PGT Welcome - History - 果冻传媒

Welcome to New Postgraduate Taught Students

Welcome!

Welcome to the Department of History. This page has information about welcome and induction activities at the start of term, as well as a handy checklist of things to do as you start your studies with us.

If you have any questions, please email

Departmental Activities

Across Welcome Week and Week One, there will be a number of events to welcome you to the department and help you get all the information you need.

Check your emails for further information about these events, including location.

Event	Details	Date	Time	Room
Welcome to the Department of History	Welcome to the Department of History! In this session you will meet the Director of PGT Studies, MA Course Directors and fellow students.	Weds 30 Sept	2-3pm	FAB3.60
Induction: Key Info	The PGT Director and Coordinator will talk through key dates, information and processes for the year ahead.	Fri 2 Oct	10am	FAB5.01
History Challenge Walk	Check out the 果冻传媒 History Challenge Walk

1. Get to know the History Department

Before arriving, take the time to explore our History Student Hub for key information about your course and opportunities available in the Department.

History Student Hub PG Community PGT Course Information Choose your Modules

2. Support Services

Wellbeing Support

While you鈥檙e at university it is important that you take care of both your physical and mental wellbeing. 果冻传媒 Wellbeing support is available to all students and provides a range of services to help you develop the personal resources and skills you need to navigate the challenges and opportunities of student life.

Disability Services

If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty, it is important that you contact the Disability Services team before starting your studies with us. Additional support can take time to arrange, so do contact them as early as possible to ensure you get the support you are entitled to.

3. Set up the right technology

Set up your IT account and install essential software
Understand the different learning platforms we use (Tabula, Moodle and MS Teams)

Email

The Department and the University will send all important communications via email. Please be sure to check your 果冻传媒 University email account regularly.

IT Services and Academic Technology Tabula

Tabula is used for the administration of your course. You will use Tabula to:

View your student profile and Personal Tutor details
See your timetable, choose your seminar groups and view your attendance record
View coursework assignment deadlines, submit assignments or request an extension
View marks for and feedback on your assignment submissions
Submit mitigating and personal circumstances

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Moodle

Moodle is the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) used at the 果冻传媒. Many (though not all) of your modules will have a Moodle page. You will use it to:

Find module resources including reading lists, assessment information etc.
Engage in course-related learning activities
Watch recorded lectures (if available)
Provide feedback on your modules

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Microsoft Teams

4. The Library

The Library is at the heart of campus, and will be a central part of your University experience. Familiarise yourself with the Library through the Library induction programme.

Discover the Library study spaces & opening times.

Find out about the online courses the library offer for all students.

If you need any help using the library, contact .