Welcome Week & settling in
We can’t wait to welcome you onto campus! Welcome Week and beyond is your chance to sample everything LSBU has to offer, meet your classmates and lecturers, and get fully inducted onto your courseWe know that starting university can feel overwhelming, so Welcome Week is designed to help you settle in, meet your classmates and lecturers, find out about the campus and get fully inducted onto your course. This is an exciting opportunity to join social events, learn more about your course and make new friends and connections.
When is Welcome Week?
Welcome Week for our January starters will take place from Monday 19 January - Thursday 22 January.
Check out the academic calendar to see all the key dates for the 2025/26 academic year.
What do your first weeks look like?
Welcome Week combines your course induction with a series of events and activities, designed to help you settle into university life. There will be mandatory sessions as well as activities you can choose to get involved in.
Your course induction is an essential part of your course where you will be introduced to your course team, lecturers, school staff and – most importantly – other students on your course. Find your induction timetable (PDF File 322 KB).
During your first weeks here, there are lots of events and activities to book, from sports sessions, workshops, social activities and tours. There is something for everyone!
Once you’ve fully enrolled, you can access a personalised timetable, including your induction sessions, through the myLSBU app.
We’re here for you
Whether you’re living on campus or commuting in, starting university can bring a mix of excitement and uncertainty - especially if it's your first time away from home.
Feeling a bit lonely or overwhelmed is completely normal, and the good news is you're not alone – our dedicated Mental Health and Wellbeing team is here to support you!
You can also find a full list of our support services here, including money advice and our disability and dyslexia support.
Make the most of student life
Communities and societies
The Students’ Union has a huge range of communities and societies, all with unique interests, amazing events and a diverse range of activities. There are so many ways to get involved, make new friends and discover great experiences.
Get social
Join the LSBU community on social media! Follow @LSBU on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn to stay up to date with the latest events and news, job opportunities and ways to get involved with activities going on across London.
Plus, we’ve launched a brand-new Instagram channel dedicated to everything student life - from the latest events and opportunities to need-to-know tips and key updates.
Follow @LSBU.studentlife and don’t miss a thing - this is your student experience, and we’re here to help you make the most of it!
Get around
Our London campuses are close to many of the world’s most influential businesses and well-known brands. Why does this matter? It means a location that has unlimited professional networking opportunities – not to mention the incredible social life that the city has to offer! Find your way around the campus with our campus map.
Students' Union
South Bank Students’ Union, (SBSU) is the centre of student life on campus and home to a number of key services and activities designed to help you get the most out of your student experience. Coming to university is about more than getting a degree, it’s a time for you to develop your passions and bring those dreams to life. From clubs to events, academic support and representation, our Students’ Union is a community for everyone.
LSBU Active
We bring together educational opportunities and quality sports services through our facilities, taught courses and research