Welcome Week

Welcome Week is a fantastic programme to help new students start university feeling confident, settled and ready for their new adventure.

Now in its sixth year, Welcome Week has grown to include even more opportunities for students to learn about their new home, what support and services are available, meet people and develop a sense of belonging to the UEA community.

Welcome 2025

Welcome Week returns this year with a packed programme of fun, creative and laid-back events to help you settle in to your new home.

International Welcome: 10-12 September

Welcome Week: 15-19 September

Welcome Back: 22-25 September

International Welcome and Arrivals Programme

If you're joining UEA as an international student, take a look at the below programme to find out what exciting events are planned for you in your first days on campus.

Arriving at the weekend? Get yourself settled and then head to the Square to meet other new students and enjoy some sizzling BBQ.

Welcome Week Programme

Each day of Welcome Week is full of exciting events for you to get stuck into. From guided bike rides and sports tasters, to crafting sessions and an evening by the firepit - there's something for everyone.

Explore the programme for each day to start planning your week.

Welcome Back

Welcome Back is for returning students to get stuck back in to the UEA community through free events and activities. Take a look at what's programmed below.

Welcome 2025 Guide

Check out the official 2025 Welcome Guide below to find out all you need to know when you arrive at UEA.

Wanting to find your way around campus? Take a look at the UEA map below, created specifically for Welcome Week.

Not sure it’s an official UEA or uea(su) event? Check out our guidance on how to spot a fake event.

Follow UEA social media accounts for official event info – you'll be able to find daily schedules and updates during Welcome Week.