Orientation Week

Orientation Week is an optional programme of guided tours, social events and information sessions open to all new and continuing students, international or from the UK. . If you want a little extra time and help to settle into life in Sheffield and the University, then Orientation Week is for you.

On

Orientation Week is Monday 15 September to Friday 19 September 2025.

Taking part in Orientation is free, though there will be a small charge for some events which can be booked in advance. These events are marked in the programme on this page.

Accommodation

Accommodation, at a cost, is available to students taking part in Orientation Week (this will not be the same as your term-time accommodation). 

Bookings for Orientation Week accommodation close at 12 noon, Friday 5 September.

Book Orientation accommodation

Meet and Greet service

The University will be running a Meet and Greet airport pick-up service from Manchester Airport to the University of Sheffield on selected dates in September.

Meet and Greet service

Get involved

Register your interest in taking part in Orientation Week by completing this form:

Register your interest 

If you are unable to access the form, or you have any questions about Orientation Week, contact the Global Campus team at globalcampus@sheffield.ac.uk.

You can take part in as many days as you like and only need to attend the sessions and events that are of interest to you. Recordings will be available for all our information talks, so if you miss anything you can catch up easily online.

All events and activities are supervised by our team of Global Campus Ambassadors, who you will recognise in their pink tops. 

The majority of sessions are held in the Students' Union Building, Firth Court, the Belonging Building or the BNBR centre.

Information desk

Our ambassadors are available at our information desk each day from 9am to 5pm in the Students' Union plaza. This is a good place to go to when you first arrive or any time you want to find out about specific events or how to find a particular venue. 

Global Campus drop-in

Our friendly ambassadors will be at our drop-ins each day from 1pm to 3pm at the Belonging Building. Ask questions, meet new people and have a drink and snack.

Campus tours

The SU concourse is the social space outside the main entrance to the Students' Union Building. Join one of the daily campus tours to start finding your way around the campus more quickly!

Evening events

Each evening between 7pm and 9pm we will host a big event, a great opportunity to try something new and make friends.

For those who like to take things a little easier, or who are looking for a quieter activity, our board games evening runs between 7pm and 9pm daily at the Belonging Building.

Communities

We welcome all our communities and have a range of tailored information, resources and guidance for students to help you make the most of your time at university.

Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic students

LGBT+ students 

Muslim students

Disabled students

The Disability and Dyslexia Support Service (DDSS) runs a programme of activities taking place during the week to support disabled students. These events are labelled 'DDSS' in the programme below. Further details can be found on their Transitions web page.

Programme of events

The programme schedule will be updated frequently in the lead-up to Orientation Week, so check this page regularly. 

Monday 15 September

  • 10am to 10:30am: Welcome to Orientation 

  • 10:30am to 11:30am: Cyber Fraud & Scams Information Talk with Regional Fraud Unit

    • Helpful information on protecting yourself from scams and fraud. The Regional Fraud Unit will highlight some of the latest trends in cyber fraud and scams.

    • Location: Student's Union Auditorium

  • 11am to 12pm: Icebreaker activity

  • 1pm to 2pm: City tour

  • 1pm to 3pm: Global Cafe drop-in

    • Drop in for a cup of tea, coffee & biscuits in a comfortable space to socialise and meet new people.

    • Location: Belonging Building 

  • 1pm to 3pm: DDSS Social Event 

    • Location: 205 Brookhill House

  • 2pm to 3pm: City tour

  • 3pm to 4pm - Campus tour

  • 4pm to 5pm - Campus tour 

  • 7pm to 9pm: Board Games Evening

  • 7pm to 9pm: BBQ

    • Location: Students' Union Bar One garden. Booking will be required for this event. Details to follow.

Tuesday 16 September

  • 10am to 10:30am: Welcome to Orientation

  • 10am to 11am: Icebreaker activity

  • 10am to 11am: Campus tour

  • 10:30am to 11am: Wellbeing information session

  • 11am to 12pm: Campus tour

  • 11am to 12pm: Icebreaker activity

  • 11am to 12pm: Introduction to the Careers and Employability Service 

    • Studying at Sheffield is more than just a qualification. We want you to leave university with the skills and confidence you need for the future you want.

    • Location: Student's Union Auditorium

  • 11am to 1pm: Multi-sports

    • Choose from football, frisbee, kwik cricket, baseball and more at the Goodwin Sports Centre

    • Location: Meet outside the Students' Union Building

  • 1pm to 2pm: City tour

  • 1pm to 2pm: Working in the UK During & After Studies

  • 1pm to 3pm: Global Cafe Drop-in

    • Drop in for a cup of tea, coffee & biscuits in a comfortable space to socialise and meet new people.

    • Location: Belonging Building

  • 2pm to 3pm: City tour

  • 5pm to 7pm: Muslim Student Welcome

  • 7pm to 9pm: Board Games Evening

  • 7pm to 9pm: Quiz Night at Bar One

Wednesday 17 September

  • 10am to 10.30am: Welcome to Orientation

  • 10am to 11am: Icebreaker activity

  • 10am to 11am: Campus Tour 

  • 10:30am to 11am: Cyber Fraud & Scams Information talk 

  • 11am to 12pm: Campus tour 

  • 11am to 12pm: Icebreaker activity

  • 11am to 1pm: Multi-sports

    • Choose from football, frisbee, kwik cricket, baseball and more at the Goodwin Sports Centre

    • Location: Meet outside the Students' Union Building

  • 1pm to 2pm: City tour

  • 1pm to 2pm: University Health Service

    • The University of Sheffield has their very own health service on campus. Find out where it is, and how to use it.

    • FREE goodie bags for all who attend! 

    • Location: Meet on the concourse outside the Students' Union at 1pm

  • 1pm to 3pm: Global Cafe Drop-in 

    • Drop in for a cup of tea, coffee & biscuits in a comfortable space to socialise and meet new people.

    • Location: Belonging Building 

  • 2pm to 3pm: City tour

  • 3pm to 4pm: Quiet Spaces on Campus tour

    • A gentle walk across campus exploring some of the quiet spaces you can find in our buildings.

    • Location: Meet outside the Students' Union Building

  • 7pm to 9pm: Board Games Evening

  • 7pm to 9pm: Taste of Britain Event

    • Traditional Yorkshire ‘pie and peas’ 

    • Booking required (£5) - details will be updated closer to the event.

    • Location: Students' Union Building Uni Central

Thursday 18th September 2025

  • 10am to 10:30am: Welcome to Orientation

  • 10am to 11am: Icebreaker activity

  • 10am to 11am: Campus tour 

  • 10:30am to 11:30am: Managing your money information session

    • Location: SU Auditorium

  • 11am to 12pm: Campus tour

  • 11am to 12pm: Icebreaker activity

  • 11am to 1pm: Multi-sports

    • Choose from football, frisbee, kwik cricket, baseball and more at the Goodwin Sports Centre

    • Location: Meet outside the Students' Union Building

  • 1pm to 2pm: City tour 

  • Join our team for a tour of the city

  • 1pm to 2pm: Essential immigration information for International Students

  • 1pm to 3pm: Global Cafe drop-in 

    • Drop in for a cup of tea, coffee & biscuits in a comfortable space to socialise and meet new people.

    • Location: Belonging Building 

  • 2pm to 3pm: City tour 

  • 7pm to 9pm: Film Night

  • 7pm to 9pm: Board Games Evening

Friday 19th September 2025

  • 10am to 10:30am: Welcome to Orientation 

  • 10am to 11am: Icebreaker activity

  • 10am to 11am: Campus tour

  • 10:30am to 11am:  Introduction to the Students’ Union by Students’ Union officers

  • 11am to 12pm: Academic Integrity - Avoiding Plagiarism talk

  • 11am to 12pm: Campus tour

  • 11am to 12pm: Icebreaker activity

  • 11am to 1pm: Multi-sports

    • Choose from football, frisbee, kwik cricket, baseball and more at the Goodwin Sports Centre

    • Location: Meet outside the Students' Union Building

  • 1pm to 2pm: City tour

  • 1pm to 3pm: Global Cafe drop-in

    • Drop in for a cup of tea, coffee & biscuits in a comfortable space to socialise and meet new people.

    • Location: Belonging Building 

  • 2pm to 3pm: City tour

    • Join our team for a tour of the city.

    • Location: Meet outside the Students' Union Building

  • 7pm to 9pm: Board Games Evening

  • 7pm to 9pm: Ceilidh

    • Traditional dance event to mark the end of the programme.

    • Location: Firth Hall - Booking will be required for this event. Details to follow.

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