Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
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, Top-up (Level 6) student information will be shared with returning student information.
Important dates
Enrolment: 8 September 2025 - 10 October 2025
Induction: w/c 22 September 2025
Teaching starts: w/c 29 September 2025
Induction information for new students
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 ahead of the welcome week, so please check this page again prior to w/c 22 September for any updates or amendments.
Course activities
Please note: you are required to attend your course induction session and other activities unless you have enrolled after these have passed.
Tuesday 23 September
Meet your teaching team and classmates
Location: Moss House (MS), MS117, MS118
Time: 10am-12pm
Lecturer(s): Sarah Smith
Join us in a welcome talk with your programme lead, Sarah Smith. Within this talk, you will receive information on your upcoming timetables, course information and the rest of your induction week. You will also be informed of what group you have been assigned to for the academic year.
Wednesday 24 September
Introduction to Virtual Learning Environment
Location: Moss House (MS), MS220, MS221, MS232
Time: 10am-12pm
Lecturer(s): Sarah Smith
During this time slot, you will go to a computer room where you will be introduced to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Canvas, and you can log on ready for the rest of the week's activities.
Support sessions
Throughout the welcome week, we have arranged our support teams to run different introductory sessions so you can learn about the support they offer and how to access it.
The support services involved include Disability and Neurodiversity Support, Mental Health and Wellbeing, academic support through the Centre for Academic Skills and English (CASE) and the Library. You can meet up with the Guild of Students (the student union at UCB) and learn about their work, and also explore the activities organised by the Student Engagement Team.
Tuesday 23 September • DNS, Academic Support, Mental Health and Wellbeing
| 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, how UCB can support students with specific learning difficulties or disabilities, and how you can access our counselling services. | Join online meeting Tim Ashwell Mike Taylor-Crabb |
| 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 Tim Silk |
| 3pm–4pm | Mental Health and Wellbeing (Online): chat online to a member of our Mental Health and Wellbeing Team and find out how they can support you during your time at UCB. | Join online meeting Colette Lewis |
Wednesday 24 September • Library, Academic Support
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 Downs |
Thursday 25 September • WelcomeFest
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30am-2pm There will be a quiet hour from 9.30am-10.30am |
Come along to WelcomeFest to celebrate the end of your induction programme. WelcomeFest is an opportunity to meet new friends and become part of the UCB community. We have a fun-filled programme of activities including:
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Moss House Ground floor |
Friday 26 September • Student Engagement Team, Library
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1pm–2pm | Student Engagement Team (Online): chat online to a member of our Student Engagement Team and find out how they can support you during your time at UCB. From advice on staying on track with your studies to signposting to other support services, this is an opportunity to learn more about what the team can do for you. | Join online meeting Rose Murphy |
| 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 |
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! | Tuesday 23 September, 3pm-4pm | Join online meeting | |
| 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! | Wednesday 24 September, 3pm-4pm | Join online meeting | |
| 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 25 September, 3pm-4pm | Join online meeting | |
| 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! | Friday 26 September, 3pm-4pm | Join online meeting |
The Kick-Start Scheme (Home students)
Induction information for returning (continuing) students
Welcome back to the new academic year! Although you may be familiar with UCB by now, your lecturers have arranged activities for you during the welcome week. If you are joining this course as a Top-up, the Level 6 (final year) information is for you.
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Level 5 (Year 2)
| Session | Time | Location | Lecturer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second year induction Join us to hear all about the second year of physiotherapy at UCB, we discuss the new timetable, professional standards, expectations at second year plus much more! |
Thursday 25 September, 9.30am-12pm | Moss House (MS), MS108 | Sarah Smith |
| Come along to WelcomeFest and celebrate the start of the new academic year We have a fun-filled programme of activities where you can try out our delicious street food, find out more about the gym membership and their taster classes, explore student societies and sports clubs, learn more about how to find part-time work, discover all the support available to you during your study and enjoy a range of fun activities and games. Don't forget to say hello to the support services, Engagement Team and the Guild of Students. They’ll all be available to answer any questions you may have. |
Thursday 25 September, 10.30am-2pm | Moss House (MS), Ground floor | Multiple teams |
| Placement Preparation As you will have a placement starting just after Christmas, we want to ensure you are fully prepared, so these sessions are to begin that process |
Thursday 25 September, 1pm-3:30pm | Moss House (MS), MS106, MS107 | Sarah Smith |
Level 6 (final year)
| Session | Time | Location | Lecturer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Come along to WelcomeFest and celebrate the start of the new academic year We have a fun-filled programme of activities where you can try out our delicious street food, find out more about the gym membership and their taster classes, explore student societies and sports clubs, learn more about how to find part-time work, discover all the support available to you during your study and enjoy a range of fun activities and games. Don't forget to say hello to the support services, Engagement Team and the Guild of Students. They’ll all be available to answer any questions you may have. |
Thursday 25 September, 10.30am-2pm | Moss House (MS), Ground floor | Multiple teams |
| Third year induction Join us to hear all about the second year of physiotherapy at UCB, we discuss the new timetable, professional standards, expectations at third year plus much more! |
Friday 26 September, 9.30am-12pm | Moss House (MS), MS116 | Sarah Smith |
| Placement preparation As you will be starting placement on the 15 September, this is an important time to make sure you are ready for the challenges ahead and an opportunity for you to ask any questions |
Friday 26 September, 1pm-3.30pm | Moss House (MS), MS106, MS107 | Sarah Smith |
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’s name on the dedicated page linked 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 our subject guides page. To contact the library, please email library@ucb.ac.uk