University First Week

In your first week at university, there are several things that you should do. Also, there are some advisable things to do to make your university life easier.

Pick up the keys to your house or hall of residence

If you're moving into halls, make sure you arrive in your allocated timeslot and bring your halls of residence key release form.

View this video on keeping safe whilst living at University.

Attend your course induction

Induction for the MSc Dietetics course will commence on Monday 9th January 2023. The induction week is shared with other students embarking on health studies. At SHU we have an integrated care curriculum, with shared modules, teaching and learning throughout the two years of study. In the first week expect to work alongside your fellow dietetic students as well as those from physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing (child, adult and mental health), art therapy and social work.

Go to your enrolment

Enrolment is where you formally register as a Sheffield Hallam student. We will tell you when and where to enrol at your course induction.

Collect your SHUcard

Your SHUcard is your student ID. You can also use it to pay for goods and services across the University. We'll tell you where to collect it at your enrolment.

Activate your sport and fitness card

If you’ve applied for a Sheffield Hallam Active membership, visit their City or Collegiate Campus reception to activate your SHUcard and access the facilities. Or sign up today online.

Register with our medical centre

Go to the medical centre to register, find out what to do in an emergency and what to do if you feel unwell on campus. You can also get your two MMRs and MenACWY vaccines if you haven't already had them.

The medical centre is located in room 5110, Surrey Building, City Campus.

Find out about disability support

As well as including students with physical, visual or hearing impairment, you may be classed as a disabled student if you have a long-term medical condition, dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, an autism spectrum condition or mental health difficulties.

Find out more about Disabled Student Support.

Get to know your union

From the freebie fair to checking out our societies, you'll become familiar with our Students' Union in your first week. It's run by students for students - find out more about what it has to offer.

Register for Culture Connect

The Culture Connect mentoring scheme is a way of making new friends from around the world. You're matched with a student who can help you with any questions you may have about living and studying in Sheffield.

Make friends from around the world

SHU GoGlobal offers a range of social events and trips to help you make friends and get the most of your first weeks. There’s also specialist projects throughout the year to help you develop your intercultural skills.