International and European student orientation
A series of social events providing opportunities to meet other international students and introduce you to life at the University.
If you are starting with us in September 2025, we are working hard on creating an exciting orientation programme for our international students. We'll share the full details here soon.
Until then you can keep up to date with all that we have to offer on our Instagram.
If you have any questions, please email globalstudents@uwe.ac.uk.
Please note: a photographer may be present during student orientation and some of the images might be used in the future for marketing and promotional activities. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let us know at the event.
International student orientation
View our upcoming International student orientation events.
Fri 12 September 2025, 11:00
Campus highlights: Explore Frenchay with Global Buddies
Outside P Block, Frenchay Campus
Join our friendly Global Buddies - current international students just like you - for a fun and informal tour of UWE Bristol’s Frenchay Campus!
Sat 13 September 2025, 10:00
Transport in Bristol
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
New to Bristol and unsure how to get around? Join us for top transport tips.
Sat 13 September 2025, 10:45
Bristol city tour
Ka:Fei (blue shipping container), Colston Avenue
The Global Student Support Team are excited to take you on a fabulous sightseeing trip around Bristol!
Mon 15 September 2025, 09:00
Global morning coffee
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
A morning welcome from the Global Student Support Team to provide you with all the support and guidance you need to help you to settle into student life!
Wed 17 September 2025, 09:00
Global morning coffee
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
A morning welcome from the Global Student Support Team to provide you with all the support and guidance you need to help you to settle into student life!
Thu 18 September 2025, 11:00
Transport in Bristol
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
New to Bristol and unsure how to get around? Join our Global Buddies for top tips!
Sun 21 September 2025, 10:45
Bristol street art tour
Ka Fei (blue shipping container), City centre
Join the Global Student Support Team exploring Bristol's amazing street art culture.
Tue 23 September 2025, 09:00
Global morning coffee
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
A morning welcome from the Global Student Support Team to provide you with all the support and guidance you need to help you to settle into student life!
Tue 23 September 2025, 18:00
Boat trip with cream tea
Bristol Packet Watershed Pontoon, Bristol Harbour
Join us for a mini cruise down the beautiful River Avon from Bristol harbourside. See some amazing Bristol sights and meet new people.
Thu 25 September 2025, 09:00
Global morning coffee
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
A morning welcome from the Global Student Support Team to provide you with all the support and guidance you need to help you to settle into student life!
International Student Orientation programme 2025
We are working hard on creating an exciting orientation programme for our international students. We'll share the details here soon.
International and European student guide 2025/26
Starting at a new university in a new country can be daunting but we're here to help you every step of the way. We're sure you've got lots of questions and you'll find lots of useful information in this guide to help you settle in.
International and European student guide 2025/26 (PDF)Meet the Global Student Support team
The Global Student Support team want to say hello and welcome you to UWE Bristol.
Contact the Global Student Support team
In person
- Opening times: Between 10:00 and 15:00 (closed at lunchtime between 12:30 and 13:00)
- Days: Monday to Friday
- Location: Office 2P050, P Block, Frenchay Campus
Other contact details during summer vacation
- Email: globalstudents@uwe.ac.uk
- Phone: +44 (0)117 32 82750
- Instagram: @uwebristolglobal
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