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Orientation at Birkbeck

In September, usually one week before term starts, Birkbeck runs a series of orientation events for new students. Orientation is designed to help you get off to a great start and settle into your studies:

  • There are stands and talks on all student support services, including disability and dyslexia, IT support, library services, and the My Birkbeck Helpdesk services.
  • You can go on a library tour.
  • The Students’ Union fair is part of orientation, and you can find out about clubs and societies.
  • It’s a great opportunity to meet staff, get to know fellow new students and have a look around the campus.

What about more specific inductions into schools and departments?

Alongside the general orientation events, more in-depth inductions are organised by our academic schools and departments.

These inductions are designed to provide you with more detailed information about your studies in a particular department.

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