TIME TO GLO. Hello again. Are you ready? Handy Guide #2. Your second handy guide and checklist for starting life at the University of Gloucestershire

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1 TIME TO GLO Hello again. Are you ready? Handy Guide #2 Your second handy guide and checklist for starting life at the University of Gloucestershire

2 #MyGlos2017

3 Final Checklist Amid the excitement and celebration of successfully achieving your place at the University of Gloucestershire, have you done a couple of the essential things from the checklist in Handy Guide #1? Don t panic, there s still time! Remember, before you arrive you need to: Apply for a university ID card By logging on to the Applicant Portal (studentrecords.glos.ac.uk) and uploading your photograph, or follow the links from Try and do this before 5 September to ensure your ID card is ready for you to collect when you arrive. Enrol online from 5 September Follow the link at or head direct to If you ve already used the Applicant Portal you should use the same password to access online enrolment. IMPORTANT: Please enrol as soon as possible and within 14 days of the start of your course a delay may impact the release of any financial support you may be entitled to.

4 What you need to do when you arrive ON YOUR FIRST DAY FIRST FEW DAYS DURING YOUR FIRST WEEK Arrival details Look at your accommodation offer, detailing arrival information such as when and where. Staff help Residential Assistants and Freshers Volunteers are on hand to help you. Welcome BBQ Attend the Welcome BBQ on your home campus and meet fellow new students. Collect your ID card Collect your university ID card from your campus library (Helpzone IT and Library). This is one of the most essential things you must do! IMPORTANT: You will need a copy of your Certificate of Enrolment, so you must have enrolled before you can do this. You must remember to bring a relevant form of ID with you either a current signed passport; current UK or EEA photo driving licence; original birth certificate or EEA state identity card. You will not receive any loan or grant payments until you have collected your university ID card, so the payment date will be at least 3-5 working days from the date published on your payment schedule from Student Finance. If you have any queries, please contact moneyadvice@glos.ac.uk GOOD TO KNOW: Please carry this card with you on campus at all times. As well as giving you access to university facilities, your ID card allows you to borrow and reserve books from the library, and pay for photocopying and printing. You may also be asked to show it to security or a university staff member. Welcome meeting It s vitally important that you attend your course welcome meeting. You can check this at Course induction Make sure you attend your course induction sessions. You can double-check these at Personal Tutor Meet your Personal Tutor. You will have your own Personal Tutor who will support you throughout your time with us. Visit the Future Plan team Get Your Future Plan started straight away by visiting the Future Plan team on your campus. Enrol Enrol and pay fees online, if you haven t done so already. You must have enrolled before you can collect your university ID card.

5 Doctors Register with the University Medical Centre or associated GP surgery. If you study in Cheltenham, you ll be supported by the Medical Centre situated at Park campus. If you re studying in Gloucester, we are linked to a doctor s surgery adjacent to Oxstalls campus. Dentists Register with a local dentist, especially if you re unable to easily visit your home dental practice while at university. A list of available dentists is available from Freshers and NUS Extra Visit the Students Union to collect any Freshers Fortnight event tickets you ve purchased and to collect your NUS Extra card, if you ve bought one. MyGlos Download the free MyGlos app through the App Store or Google Play. Whether you are checking your timetable, need help or keeping up-to-date with the latest university news, it s all in one place. You can use MyGlos on any computer or device by typing my.glos.ac.uk into your internet browser. For both the app and desktop version you ll just need your s number and password to log in. Log in and check your university account. Module timetable Review your module lecture timetable via MyGlos or through your Office 365 calendar. Freshers Fayre Attend the Students Union Freshers Fayre on Wednesday 20 September from 11am until 4pm at Park campus. Visit for more information. Sports kit - required for most sports courses Our TeamGlos sports kit is a requirement for sports students when they do practical activity or take a work or community placement. Make sure you order your core kit from sportswear - it will be ready for your collection at Freshers Fayre. Helpzones Don t forget our Helpzone staff are here to help with any problems or queries. DURING YOUR FIRST MONTH TV licence Get a TV licence if you own or live in a household with a TV. Check your tenancy agreement for conditions, or seek advice from our accommodation team. Support Meet with a Student Disability Adviser if you have a registered disability, on-going medical condition or specific learning difficulty that may not have been disclosed or discussed with the university before you arrived. Contact the Student Services Helpzone for more information. Library induction Learn more about how libraries can support your studies by attending a library induction. Social events Get to know fellow students by attending social events or joining an SU club or society, and have some fun! Travel survey Take our Smart Travel survey between 2-16 October at You could win an ipad or vouchers for food and drink or a bike.

6 What you need to know Get your university app, MyGlos MyGlos brings together all the information and updates you need all year round, personalised to you. Whether you re checking your timetable, working on Your Future Plan or seeing what s going on around the university, it s all in one place. You can also choose modules, improve your study skills, add print credit and find any help you need from sorting your finances to finding help, campus maps and library resources. It s free to download on the App Store or Google Play. Or you can use MyGlos on any computer or device by typing my.glos.ac.uk in your internet browser. Either way you ll just need your s number and password to login.

7 Your Future Plan We will support you to develop your own unique future plan. This will ensure you make the most of every opportunity, to achieve your future goals. The Future Plan team is your gateway to the work experience and skills development that employers are looking for in addition to your degree. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY YOUR FUTURE PLAN WEEK February 2018 Your Future Plan is all about supporting you to become the best graduate you can be. From the very start of your course, Your Future Plan is the journey you ll take to explore career options, gain work experience, build skills and discover your own strengths and ambitions. You might do a work placement with a global brand, volunteer with charities or at festivals, set up your own business or create a brand new sports club or society - all of these experiences will help you carve out Your Future Plan. Your Future Plan is completely personal to you, whilst being fully supported by the Future Plan Team and the comprehensive online portal. They ll not only help you find the right opportunities, they ll also make sure you feel prepared to do them. From interview techniques and assessment days, to advice on how to secure a placement and graduate jobs, the Future Plan team are a one-stop-shop for everything to do with improving your employability. Future Plan portal Head over to the Future Plan portal, futureplan.glos.ac.uk, to set your preferences, fill out your Future Plan questionnaire, access hundreds of opportunities, book into appointments and events, and view employers and resources. You just need your student s number and password to login.

8 GOOD TO KNOW You will have access to self-service computer facilities 24 hours a day during term time

9 Supporting you from day one To help you get the most out of your time at university, we offer a range of advice and support services. There s plenty of information in the Help section of your MyGlos app (or at my.glos.ac.uk). Or each campus has two Helpzones you can come to with any queries, one called Helpzone IT and Library and one called Helpzone Student Services. Our students consistently say the support they get here is outstanding. In fact, based on student reviews on Whatuni? (2017) we re in the UK Top 10 for student support. Helpzone IT and Library Our IT and Library Helpzones can help you with: print and online library resources drop in PC and MFD (printer and copier) access book issue and return ICT troubleshooting information and digital literacy ID card printing Library memberships network account setup mobile device support software access and support media equipment and laptop bookings study room bookings If you re not on campus, you can contact them in the following ways: icthelpdesk@glos.ac.uk or visit the MyGlos Help section. You can call them on (8.30am 8pm, Monday to Friday). Helpzone Student Services Our Student Services Helpzones can help: advise on academic progression and regulations support you with accommodation issues provide information on faith and religion offer counselling services suggest appropriate childcare refer you to disability and learning support services discuss Your Future Plan support you with your mental health and wellbeing help with money advice offer you study skills/assignment writing guidance If you re not on campus, you can contact them in the following ways: Visit call or visit the MyGlos Help section. Money and advice Finance advisers in our Money Advice team (they re award-winning!) can help you with your student finance applications and ensure you re getting what you re entitled to. They can offer guidance on all aspects of student funding and advice on budgeting. REMEMBER: You will not receive any loan or grant payments until you have collected your ID card so the payment date will be at least 3-5 working days from the date published on your payment schedule from Student Finance. You ll need to bring a form of ID (current passport, current UK or EEA photo-driving licence, birth certificate or EEA state Identity Card) to receive your ID card. If you have any queries please moneyadvice@glos.ac.uk or visit

10 Be part of #TeamGlos Gloucestershire is a great place to lead an active lifestyle. Whether you re studying a sports-related subject or a completely different course, there s plenty to do here. You ll love our sports facilities. They include an on-site fitness suite, strength and conditioning suite, sports therapy clinics, sports hall, fitness studio and performance lab - all located at our Oxstalls campus in Gloucester. You can also make use of facilities at Oxstalls Sports Park and Leisure@Cheltenham. The Prince of Wales stadium in Cheltenham is the home ground of our professional rugby league team, the All Golds. It also hosts our men s and women s rugby union teams. The Folley plays host to BUCS fixtures and, along with the sports field on our Park campus, it is the perfect place for a leisurely kickabout with friends or housemates. If you want to join a sports club, you can choose from over 30! Visit for more information. Fitness suite and studio at Oxstalls Oxstalls fitness suite features state-of-the-art equipment to help users of any ability achieve their fitness goals. Our fitness suite includes a range of free weight facilities, access to a strength and conditioning suite, squat racks, bench press stations, rowing machines, resistance machines and cardiovascular equipment, as well as classes delivered by highly qualified personal trainers. Membership costs are from 13 per month (direct debit) or you can pay-as-yougo for 4 per session ( 15 joining fee). There are also annual membership packages available. For more information uogfitness@glos.ac.uk or call on Facebook and Twitter.

11 Getting around Hop on the bus The university inter-campus bus service (94U) operates between all three campuses and the Pittville Student Village, so it s easy to get around. You can t miss our buses either; they re fully branded with images of just some of our very talented students! Local Stagecoach services are only 1.40 per journey with your student ID card for any journey in the Stagecoach West area ( 3.00 on the N10 and N94 services). Pick up a timetable in one of our reception areas or download the Stagecoach bus app to search for the 94U (university bus) timetable. Annual bus pass offer You can buy an annual bus pass for 350 which will be especially handy if you are travelling from Pittville Student Village to Park or Oxstalls campuses. This gives you unlimited travel on the inter-campus bus service as well as other local services perfect for visits to other places in and around Gloucestershire. Visit the online store to buy your annual bus pass: store.glos.ac.uk

12 Get on your bike Cheltenham and Gloucester are great places for cycling as nowhere is too far away and the roads and cycle paths are fairly flat! Cycling is also one of the cheapest ways of getting around. Our campuses include both covered and open cycle racks so that you can lock up your bike before a lecture. Cheltenham town and Gloucester city centres also boast a significant number of cycle stands if you are popping into town. Visit for more information about cycling in Gloucestershire and download some useful cycle maps. TOP TIP: Visit our partners at for cheap, second-hand bikes. Perfect for getting to and from campus. Catch a cab If you need a taxi in Cheltenham or Gloucester, please remember to specify the site (Park, Francis Close Hall, Hardwick, Oxstalls or Pittville). Here are a couple of taxi companies to help you out. Cheltenham: A2B: Andycars: Starline: Gloucester: Gloucester Taxis: A Star Taxis: Associated Taxis: Cars and parking Parking facilities at the university are extremely limited. If you re living in halls, you aren t allowed to bring cars as a condition of your tenancy (or any other motor vehicle). If you re not in halls, we d rather you didn t use a car for travelling to and from the university. The university bus and flat cycle routes make it easy to live locally without the need for a car. However, if you re travelling from home or private rented accommodation and you do need to drive, you ll need a permit to park on the university grounds between the hours of 8.30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Parking fees are as follows: Student permits: 50 per annum. Person with a disability: Blue Badge holders can apply for a free permit per day: either using pre-bought scratch-cards from the online store or the pay and display machine. You can apply through the online store: PLEASE NOTE: As we try to be good neighbours, we would discourage you from parking on residential streets surrounding our campuses. We re a community with sustainability at our heart. You can be involved in our sustainability culture, through your learning, development and life on campus. Check out REFECTORIES AND BARS From grabbing a warming morning coffee to an ice-cold drink, each campus offers a wide choice of food and drink. Find the latest information and offers on BaxterStorey s (our catering provider) University of Gloucestershire website uog-catering.co.uk or download The Food Club app to make mobile payments and earn points. FREE VOUCHERS Here are two vouchers for you to use during the first few weeks of term (valid until 20 October 2017). Please tear off and present to a member of staff when paying for your purchases.

13 Get to know your home campus During your first few days and weeks you can use these campus maps to get familiar with your home campus. After that, you ll know them like the back of your hand!

14 Smoking Smoking Smoking Park campus The Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL50 2RH 1a Elwes Teaching Centre (TC) BUS STOP 14 Tivoli Road Library, including Helpzone - IT and library BUS STOP The Park 6 7 Medical Centre Refectory and Students Union The Park Tudor 11 Lodge Road 13 1b 22 1a a 12 Main Reception and Helpzone - Student Services 15 Moorend Park Road 1b Media School (EW) 2 Bedford Building (LC) 3 Hall Building 4 Owen Building (OW) 5 Jones Building (LC) 6 Pallas Villa (PL) 7 Reynolds Building (LC) 8 School of Computing (WW) 9 Medway Building 10 Monk Building (MK) 11 Fullwood House (FW) 12 Broadlands Villa (BV) 13 Dunholme Villa (DH) 14 Cornerways (CW) 15 Broadlands Lodge (BL) 16 The Farmery (FB) 17 Fullwood Lodge (FWL) 18 Farmery Lodge (FL) St Stephen s Road Car Park Disabled parking Smoking Area The Park Main Car Park Entrance HALLS OF RESIDENCE 19 Challinor Hall 20 Cooke Villa 21 Tyndale Villa 22 Dowty Villa 23 Jenner Villa 24 Grace Villa

15 Smoking Smoking Smoking Smoking Francis Close Hall campus Swindon Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL50 4AZ Swindon Road Chapel 10 Main Pedestrian Entrance 9 Refectory 11 St Paul s Lane BUS STOP Library entrance, including Helpzone - IT and Library Students Union Main Reception and Helpzone - Student Services 1 Centre for Art and Photography 1 Clegg Building (CL) 2 Clegg Old Pottery (CL) 3 Bodley Building (BO) 4 Clegg Building (CL) 5 Hospitality Centre/teaching rooms (HC) 6 Hospitality Centre (HC) 7 Chapel (CH) 8 Quad East (QU) 9 Priory (QU) 10 The Design Studio (CE) 11 Lodge (LO) 12 Quad West (QW) 13 Principal s House (PH) 14 Quad Tower QT) 15 Teaching Centre (TC) 16 Teaching Centre (TC) 17 Teaching Centre (TC) Centre for Fashion, Art and Photography - Hardwick St Paul s Road Main Entrances Car Park Disabled parking BUS STOP Smoking Area

16 Oxstalls campus Oxstalls Lane, Longlevens, Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL2 9HW Refectory 1 Reception (LC) Growth Hub Learning Centre and Helpzones A 2 Library (LC) 3 New Nursing Facilities (TC) 4 Teaching Centre (TC) 5 Link Corridor (LC) 6 Sports Centre (SC) Cheltenham Road Estcourt Road B 7 Students Union and Sports Office (SC) 8 Performing Arts and Events Centre HALLS OF RESIDENCE 9 Robinswood Villa 10 Crickley Villa 11 Coopers Villa 12 Chalford Villa 13 Birdlip Villa 14 May Villa 15 New SU Bar for Sept 17 BUS STOP to Gloucester BUS STOP to Cheltenham 17 Main Reception Students Union Willow Lodge (W) 17 Mulberry Lodge (M) FACILITIES BEING DEVELOPED FOR SEPTEMBER 2018 Main Entrance Oxstalls Lane Car Park Disabled parking A B New Sports Hub to include: Sports Hall Sports Centre Parking All Weather Pitches Cricket Pavilion New Business School Facilities and Additional Parking

17 Highlights of your year Make a note of these in your diary or phone. University dates in white. External events and festivals in orange. *A more detailed summary of semester dates, including fast track, teaching (BED and PGCE) and social work can be found on **This is just a flavour of the type of events happening in Gloucestershire. The county holds over 45 festivals every year that s nearly one every week!

18 FRESHERS FORTNIGHT 16 September - 29 September 2017 See the Students Union guide book for more information or visit INDUCTION WEEK FOR NEW STUDENTS September 2017 SEMESTER 1 BEGINS (AUTUMN TERM) 25 September 2017 CHELTENHAM LITERATURE FESTIVAL 6-15 October 2017 STUDENTS UNION PART-TIME OFFICER ELECTIONS October 2017 AUTUMN TERM ENDS 15 December 2017 CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY 16 December January 2018 SPRING TERM BEGINS - ASSESSMENT WEEK 8 January 2018 SEMESTER 1 ENDS 12 January 2018 SEMESTER 2 BEGINS 15 January 2018 YOUR FUTURE PLAN WEEK February 2018 STUDENTS UNION FULL-TIME OFFICER ELECTIONS 9 March 2018 CHELTENHAM GOLD CUP, CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL AT THE RACECOURSE March 2018 SPRING TERM ENDS 23 March 2018 EASTER HOLIDAY 24 March - 8 April 2018 SUMMER TERM BEGINS 9 April 2018 CHELTENHAM JAZZ FESTIVAL 2-7 May 2018 STUDENTS UNION SUMMER BALL May 2018 Previous line ups have included Chase And Status and chart topping singer Jess Glynne. Who will it be in 2018? SEMESTER 2 ENDS 25 May 2018 EXAMS AND ASSESSMENT WEEKS 29 May - 8 June 2018 STUDENT AWARDS May 2018 GRAD JOB HUNT June 2018 Job opportunities, job hunting tips and workshops UNIVERSITY FESTIVAL 6-15 June 2018 An annual opportunity to showcase and celebrate your achievements WYCHWOOD FESTIVAL 1-3 June 2018 CHELTENHAM SCIENCE FESTIVAL 5-10 June 2018 SUMMER TERM ENDS 15 June 2018 FAST TRACK TERM BEGINS 16 June trees FESTIVAL July 2018 REASSESSMENT EXAMS WEEK 30 July - 3 August 2018 FAST TRACK TERM ENDS 3 August 2018

19 Disclaimer: Please note, all information is correct at the time of going to print, but you can get the latest updates at glos.ac.uk/myglos. The university will take all reasonable steps to provide the educational services described in this guide, though we can t guarantee the provision of such services and this guide doesn t form part of any contract between you and the university. fb.com/myglos2017 #MyGlos /17PDF