Food and Nutrition BSc (Hons) / FdSc
Welcome and induction information
Welcome to University College Birmingham
Whether you are joining us as a new student or continuing your studies, we want to make sure you get off to a flying start. On this page, you will find your course-specific induction information, together with the information on additional welcome activities happening throughout the week.
Please note: where applicable, new Top-up (Level 6) student information will be shared with returning student information.
Important dates
Enrolment: 14 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
Induction: 21 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
Teaching starts: w/c 28 Sep 2026
Induction information for new students (Level 4)
Further information specific to your course, including induction activities, any uniform/kit requirements and our Kick-Start scheme, is available below. Additional changes may be made to the schedules before welcome week. You are required to attend your course induction session and other activities unless you have enrolled after these have passed.
Please check this page again prior to the week commencing 21 September 2026 for any updates or amendments.
Wednesday 23 September
Welcome to Food and Nutrition at UCB! Meet your teaching team and classmates
Location: McIntyre House (MH), MH117
Time: 10am-12pm
Lecturer(s): John Lubaale, Heather O'Neill, Lourdes Santos-Merx, Sophie Lester
Join us for a welcome talk from your senior lecturer and year manager. Within this, you will be given information on life at UCB, the academic calendar, key dates, and the rest of induction week.
Welcome week activities and support sessions
Throughout welcome week, we've arranged a programme of support sessions and activities to help you settle into university life, meet other students and discover the services available to you.
You'll have the opportunity to meet teams including Disability and Neurodiversity Support, Mental Health and Wellbeing, the Centre for Academic Skills and English (CASE), and the Library. You'll also have opportunities to connect with the Guild of Students (the student union at UCB), find out more about student life, and take part in activities organised by the Student Engagement and Success Team.
Monday 21 September • Student Support & Wellbeing
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1pm–2pm | Student Support & Wellbeing (Online) Chat online to members of our Student Support & Wellbeing teams and find out how they can support you during your time at UCB. From advice on managing your mental health and staying on track with your studies to signposting you to other support services, this is an opportunity to learn more about what the team can do for you. |
Join online meeting |
Tuesday 22 September • DNS, Academic Support, Guild of Students
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1pm–2pm | Disability and Neurodiversity Support (Online) Chat online to members of our Disability and Neurodiversity Support team to find out how the DSA (Disabled Students' Allowance) application system works and how UCB can support students with specific learning difficulties or disabilities. |
Join online meeting |
| 2pm–3pm | Academic Support (Online) Chat online to a member of our CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English) team to find out how they can support you with your assignments this semester. You will also find out more about ASET/A-ASET. |
Join online meeting Anna Sadowska |
| 3pm–5pm | Maltings Mingle Looking to meet new people and settle into student life? Join the Guild of Students at The Maltings for a fun social evening and the chance to make new friends and connect with other students. |
The Maltings Hideaway |
Wednesday 23 September • WelcomeFest, Library, Academic Support
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10.30am–3pm There will be a quiet hour from 9.30am-10.30am. |
Come along to WelcomeFest to celebrate the start of the academic year! WelcomeFest is an opportunity to meet new friends and become part of the UCB community. We have a fun-filled programme of activities including:
Come and say hello to the support services, the Engagement Team, and the Guild of Students. They will all be available to answer any questions you may have. |
Moss House Ground floor |
| 1pm–2pm | The Library (Online) Chat online to a member of our Library team to find out more about the fantastic resources we have on offer (both print and online), in addition to how we can help you find them! |
Join online meeting Academic Librarians |
| 2pm–3pm | Academic Support (Online) Chat online to a member of our CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English) team to find out how they can support you with your assignments this semester. You will also find out more about ASET/A-ASET. |
Join online meeting Laura Hands |
Friday 25 September • Library
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2pm–3pm | The Library (Online) Chat online to a member of our Library team to find out more about the fantastic resources we have on offer (both print and online), in addition to how we can help you find them! |
Join online meeting Academic Librarians |
Additional activities • Guild of Students
| Date and time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 29 September 11am–2pm |
Guild Funfair Guild of Students will be running a funfair with games and activities in Moss House, where you will be able to speak to the three elected Officers responsible for making your views heard at UCB. |
Moss House Ground floor |
| Thursday 1 October 6pm–8pm |
Dress as your Course Night Join the Guild of Students for a fun "Dress as your Course" night at the Hideaway! Whether you're a future chef, nurse, business boss, athlete or educator, this is your chance to get creative with your outfit, have a laugh and meet other students in a relaxed social atmosphere. Drinks and refreshments will be available to purchase throughout the evening. |
The Maltings Hideaway |
Other useful information
Have a question about your course or timetable? (Online)
| Session | Time | Location | Lecturer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Have a question about your course or timetable? (Online) Use this link to connect with one of the teaching team – we are here to help! | Thursday 24 September, 3pm-4pm | Join online meeting |
The Kick-Start Scheme (Home students)
Induction information for returning (continuing) students
Welcome to the new academic year! Whether you're returning to UCB or joining us as a new student, your lecturers have arranged activities to help you prepare for the year ahead. If you're studying a Top-up course, please follow the Level 6 (final year) induction information below.
Level 5 (Year 2)
| Session | Time | Location | Lecturer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Come along to WelcomeFest to celebrate the start of the academic year! Reconnect with friends, meet new students and enjoy a lively afternoon of food, entertainment and activities. It's also a great opportunity to discover the support and opportunities available across UCB, and chat to the Guild of Students, the Engagement Team and university support services to help you make the most of the year ahead. | Wednesday 23 September, 10.30am-3pm There will be a quiet hour from 9.30am-10.30am. | Moss House (MS), Ground floor | Multiple teams |
| Have a question about your course or timetable? (Online) Use this link to connect with one of the teaching team – we are here to help! | Thursday 24 September, 3pm-4pm | Join online meeting | |
| Welcome back to Food and Nutrition at UCB! Please join us to celebrate your return to UCB! We will discuss all of the key information you need for this academic year | Friday 25 September, 10am-12pm | McIntyre House (MH), MH117 | Sophie Lester, Heather O'Neill, Lourdes Santos-Merx, John Lubaale |
Level 6 (Final year)
| Session | Time | Location | Lecturer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Come along to WelcomeFest to celebrate the start of the academic year! Reconnect with friends, meet new students and enjoy a lively afternoon of food, entertainment and activities. It's also a great opportunity to discover the support and opportunities available across UCB, and chat to the Guild of Students, the Engagement Team and university support services to help you make the most of the year ahead. | Wednesday 23 September, 10.30am-3pm There will be a quiet hour from 9.30am-10.30am. | Moss House (MS), Ground floor | Multiple teams |
| Have a question about your course or timetable? (Online) Use this link to connect with one of the teaching team – we are here to help! | Thursday 24 September, 3pm-4pm | Join online meeting | |
| Welcome back to your final year of Food and Nutrition at UCB! Please join us to celebrate your return to UCB! We will discuss all of the key information you need for this academic year | Friday 25 September, 1pm-3pm | McIntyre House (MH), MH117 | Lourdes Santos-Merx, Heather O'Neill, John Lubaale, Sophie Lester |
Reading lists
To view the recommended books and journal articles for the modules you will be studying as part of your course, search for your course or module name on the dedicated page for the reading lists at the link below.
Please note that you will not have full access to eBooks and journal articles until you have a UCB username and password (after enrolment). For more information about the library and our resources, please visit the UCB Library website. To contact the library, please email library@ucb.ac.uk.