Architecture
Induction information for the Welsh School of Architecture.
Before you arrive
Before coming to Cardiff in September, all students must complete online enrolment.
Online enrolment
Sign in using the Cardiff University username and password you have been provided and follow the instructions to complete your enrolment and confirm your programme of study. Once you have confirmed your programme of study you will be able to access Learning Central for your online induction (see below). Please complete enrolment by 17:00 on Sunday 23 September.
Online induction
Your online induction will introduce you to our virtual learning environment (Learning Central), as well as other systems and services you will use during your time with us. Sign in using the Cardiff University username and password you have been provided and select the module “ARCHI – Welsh School of Architecture”, under the “modules” tab at the top. Please complete your online induction by 17:00 on Sunday 23 September.
Monday 24 September 2018
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 13:30-14:00 | Registration Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building Register and collect your welcome pack |
| 14:00-14:45 | Welcome to the Welsh School of Architectre (WSA) Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building School welcome from Head of School, Chris Tweed, Year Chair, Dr Shibu Raman and Deputy Year Chair, Dr Sam Clark |
| 14:45-15:30 | Introduction to School Services and Support Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building An introduction to WSA operations, the Student Association at the Welsh School of Architecture (SAWSA) and additional school support such as library services and English Language support |
| 15:30-16:30 | Meet your Mentor Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building |
Wednesday 26 September 2018
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10:00-11:30 | University Services induction Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building Inductions to the Students' Union and the Student Voice; study exchange opportunities and language options; and the Architecture Library |
| 11:30-12:30 | English Language Support Test (international students only) Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building If your first language is not English, please attend this short session to check your eligibility for free additional support |
Friday 28 September 2018
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10:30-12:00 | Design Studio induction Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building |
| 12:00-13:30 | Lunch Free time |
| 13:30-15:00 | Activity in First Year Studio Room 2.10, Bute Building |
| 16:00 | SAWSA BBQ Meet outside the Bute Building at 16:00 |
Monday 1 October 2018
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Classes begin Please see 'MyTimetable' on the student intranet |
| 12:00-15:00 | Issue of equipment packs Room 2.03, Bute Building |
Registration
Sign in to SIMS online using the Cardiff University username and password you have been provided and follow the instructions to confirm your programme of study. Once you have confirmed your programme of study you will be able to access Learning Central for your online induction. Please complete registration by 17:00 on Sunday 23 September.
Online induction
Your online induction will introduce you to our virtual learning environment (Learning Central), as well as other systems and services you will use during your time with us. Sign in using the Cardiff University username and password you have been provided and select the module “ARCHI – Welsh School of Architecture”, under the “modules” tab at the top. Then select “induction” from the menu on the left. Please complete induction by 17:00 on Sunday 23 September.
Monday 24 September 2018
| Time | Activity | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30-11:15 | Registration Crit Room, 2nd Floor, Bute Building | Architecture staff |
| 11:15-11:35 | Welcome to the Welsh School of Architecture Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building | Professor Chris Tweed - Head of School |
| 11:35-12:00 | An introduction to postgraduate study and research Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building | Dr Juliet Davis - Postgraduate Taught (PGT) Director |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch break | |
| 13:00-13:30 | IT induction Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building | Nick Russell |
| 13:30-13:45 | SAWSA (Student Association at the Welsh School of Architecture) welcome to new students Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building | Phoebe Harris |
| 13:45-15:45 | Programme team introduction and School tour Bute Building, North Road and Friary House | Programme teams |
Wednesday 25 September 2018
| Time | Activity | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00-10:30 | Student voice Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre, Room 1.123, Main Building | Jake Smith |
| 10:30-11:00 | Health, safety and environment Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre, Room 1.123, Main Building | Kathryn Franklin |
| 11:00-11:30 | Library induction Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre, Room 1.123, Main Building | Sarah Nicholas |
| 11:30-12:00 | English language support (International) Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre, Room 1.123, Main Building | Stephen Bush |
Wednesday 26 September 2018
Please use this day to deal with personal administration – register with a GP, organise a bank account, get to know the city and your peers.
Thursday 27 September 2018
| Time | Activity | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00-10:30 | Academic integrity 4th floor, Friary House, Greyfriars Road | Dr Oriel Prizeman |
| 10:30-16:00 | Dissertation writing workshop 4th floor, Friary House, Greyfriars Road | Dr Clarice Bleil de Souza |
Friday 28 September 2018
| Time | Activity | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 09:30-17:30 | St Fagan's field trip 4th floor, Friary House, Greyfriars Road | ASM students |
Monday 24 September 2018
| Time | Activity | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30-11:15 | Registration and collection of handbook Crit Room, 2nd Floor, Bute Building | Katrina Lewis - Research Manager Helen Jones - Research Officer |
| 11:15-11:35 | Welcome to the Welsh School of Architecture Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building | Professor Chris Tweed - Head of School |
| 11:35-12:00 | An introduction to Postgraduate Study and Research Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building | Dr Juliet Davis - PGT Director Dr Oriel Prizeman - PGR Director |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch break | |
| 13:00-13:30 | IT induction Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building | Nick Russell - University IT department |
| 13:30-13:45 | SAWSA welcomes new students Birt Acres Lecture Theatre, Room 1.61, Bute Building | SAWSA (Student Association at the Welsh School of Architecture) |
Tuesday 25 September 2018
| Time | Activity | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00-10:30 | Student Voice Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre, Room 1.123, Main Building | Jake Smith - Students' Union |
| 10:30-11:00 | Health, Safety and Environment Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre, Room 1.123, Main Building | Kathryn Franklin - WSA Health and Safety Officer |
| 11:00-11:30 | Library induction Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre, Room 1.123, Main Building | Sarah Nicholas - Bute Library |
| 11:30-12:00 | English Language Support (for international students) Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre, Room 1.123, Main Building | Stephen Bush - University English Language Programmes |
Thursday 27 September 2018
| Time | Activity | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00-10:30 | Academic integrity Fourth Floor, Friary House, Greyfriars Road | Dr Oriel Prizeman - PGR Director |
| 10:30-16:00 | Thesis writing workshop Fourth Floor, Friary House, Greyfriars Road | Dr Clarice Bleil de Souza - WSA Senior Lecturer |
Starting Out: Induction event for new researchers
All students should attend this enjoyable opportunity to meet other doctoral students and begin to develop those important personal and professional networks. It provides an introduction to research at Cardiff University including rights, responsibilities and research integrity, the facilities and services offered by the University, the Doctoral Academy and presentations by existing students on starting and enjoying your research programme.
Importantly, the event will introduce the wider training and learning opportunities at Cardiff University and enable you to begin planning your skills and personal development. Starting Out is designed to complement, not duplicate, your School induction. The mid-year sessions include additional topics, as most Schools do not have in-house, mid-year inductions.
By the end of this event you will have:
- met many other new research students
- gained a better understanding of the nature of the research degree
- become familiar with relevant University regulations and systems
- received information to help you make the most of learning opportunities at The Doctoral Academy
- developed awareness of many sources of help and support for your student experience
- understood the importance of managing your personal and professional development.
Schedule
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 2 October 2018 | 10:00-15:45 |
| Thursday 4 October 2018 | 10:00-15:45 |
| Tuesday 9 October 2018 | 10:00-15:45 |
| Tuesday 6 November 2018 | 09:45-16:15 |
| Thursday 17 January 2019 | 09:45-16:15 |
| Tuesday 9 April 2019 | 09:45-16:15 |
| Tuesday 10 July 2019 | 09:45-16:15 |
How to book
All students should attend Doctoral Academy’s ‘Starting Out: Induction event for new researchers’. Once enrolled you will have access to book your place. Simply log-on and search for ‘Starting Out’, if you have any difficulties contact the team at doctoral-academy@cardiff.ac.uk.
