Day trip: Cardiff

18 Jan 2025 | 10am – 6pm | Bristol Temple Meads

Join the Bristol Inbound team on a day trip to Cardiff - the vibrant heart of Wales.

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Tickets cost £33. The ticket price includes transport (from Bristol to Cardiff and back from Cardiff to Bristol) and a guided tour of Cardiff Castle. Booked independently this trip would cost a minimum of £35. 

Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.

Study Abroad Sessions: How to avoid academic misconduct

22 Jan 2025 | 1pm – 2:30pm | Wills Memorial Building, Room 3.31 Coutts

Join our Study Abroad Academic Director for an essential session on academic integrity — what it is, why it matters, and how to steer clear of accidental misconduct!

We'll explore the ins and outs of the UK academic system, answer your questions about studying in the UK, and equip you with the key skills you need for academic success. You will leave with the confidence to tackle your assignments with integrity.

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This event is free to attend. Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place.

Study Abroad Monday Meetup: Board games + pizza

3 February 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | Global Lounge

Join our regular Monday Meetup - a space to meet with other Study Abroad students whilst enjoying a range of fun (and free) activities, including crafts, film nights and board games.

Whether you're a strategic mastermind or just looking for a fun time, our Board Games night has something for everyone. The perfect chance to learn new games, make new friends and enjoy some free pizza. 

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This event is free to attend. Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place. 

Study Abroad Sessions: How to write an essay

12 February 2025 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm | Wills Memorial Building, Room 3.31 Coutts

Join our Study Abroad Academic Director for an essential session on How to write an essay, where we will break down the key components of effective essay writing.

From mastering structure and developing an argument or thesis statement to addressing your specific questions, this session will equip you with the skills needed for academic success. By the end of the session, you'll be fully prepared to tackle your next Bristol assessment with confidence!

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This event is free to attend. Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place. 

Study Abroad Monday Meetup: Plant pot decorating

17 February 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | Global Lounge

Join our regular Monday Meetup - a space to meet with other Study Abroad students whilst enjoying a range of fun (and free) activities, including crafts, film nights and board games.

At this meetup, we will be we will be showing you how to decorate plant pots. With a little creativity, you will leave this Monday Meetup with a plant pot holder to decorate your room! All materials will be provided for free.

• Book your place

This event is free to attend.  Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place. 

Centre for Study Abroad social

26 February 2025 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Strange Brew, Bristol

Come along to our social event for inbound and outbound study abroad students, a fun and easy way to meet outbound students who are planning to go abroad this year. 

We'll start our social event with a fun icebreaker activity. Following the icebreaker activity, you will have the opportunity to socialise in a relaxed and informal setting! Your ticket includes an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink at the bar.

• Book your place

This event is free to attend.  Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place. 

Study Abroad Monday Meetup: Lino print spring cards

3 March 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | Global Lounge

Join our regular Monday Meetup - a space to meet with other Study Abroad students whilst enjoying a range of fun (and free) activities, including crafts, film nights and board games.

At this meetup you will learn the wonderful art of lino cutting & printing and you will leave with handmade printed spring-inspired cards and envelopes - perfect for the new season. This event is a great way to embrace the spirit of spring and try something new whilst making new friends.

• Book your place

This event is free to attend.  Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place. 

Community Garden volunteering

9 March 2025 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | St Pauls Community Garden

Looking to connect with others and enjoy a relaxing activity? Join our Community Garden volunteering session!

Take part in simple gardening tasks, learn something new, or just unwind with a cup of tea. It’s a fantastic way to meet fellow Study Abroad students while enjoying the fresh air. All activities are beginner-friendly, and gardening gloves will be provided.

• Book your place

This event is free to attend. Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place. 

Study Abroad Monday Meetup: Recycled magazine coasters

17 March 2025 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | Global Lounge

Join our regular Monday Meetup - a space to meet with other Study Abroad students whilst enjoying a range of fun (and free) activities, including crafts, film nights and board games.

In this hands-on Monday Meetup, you'll learn to repurpose old magazines and transform them into a set of unique, eco-friendly coasters. This event is perfect for those who love creativity, sustainability, and meeting new people. Whether you're a sustainability enthusiast or just curious about repurposing, you'll enjoy the process of crafting something practical and personal. All materials will be provided. Just bring your creativity!

• Book your place

This event is free to attend. Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place.

UK trip: Edinburgh

22-24 March 2025 | Edinburgh 

Join the Bristol Inbound team for a getaway to the enchanting Scottish capital, Edinburgh!

We've carefully crafted a comprehensive 3-day, 2-night itinerary to ensure you fully immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Scottish culture and make the most of your visit - whilst having lots of fun along the way!

The trip costs £320. Booking for this trip is open to Study Abroad students only.

Included in the price of the trip:

• Return flights from Bristol to Edinburgh (1 under seat cabin bag included)
• Transfers to and from Bristol Airport and Edinburgh airport
• 2 nights in a top quality hostel in a super central location with breakfast included
• A wide variety of activities

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Please note, spaces for this trip are extremely limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.

Study Abroad Monday Meetup: Tie dye socks & T-Shirt making + pizza

31 March 2025 | 5.30pm – 7.30pm | Global Lounge

Join our regular Monday Meetup - a space to meet with other Study Abroad students whilst enjoying a range of fun (and free) activities, including crafts, film nights and board games.

Take a break from revision, relax and unleash your creativity as you play with tie dye. This will be a very messy and fun Monday Meetup! During the evening, you'll learn to tie dye with different designs, leaving the meetup with colourful socks or a T-shirt to take home. This event is free to attend. Your ticket includes all materials, plus there will be free pizza to keep you energised!!

• Book your place

This event is free to attend. Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place.

Study Abroad Sessions: Boost your employability using study abroad 

2 April 2024 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm | Arts Complex, Room G99A - 19 Woodland Rd

Led by our Careers Service, this session will help you reflect on the skills and experiences gained during your time abroad.

By attending, you'll develop your understanding of how to articulate your skills in your CV and help you identify things you can be doing between now and graduation to support your career.

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This event is free to attend.  Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place.

Study Abroad Monday Meetup: Friendship bracelets and keyrings making

28 April 2025 | 5.30pm – 7.30pm | Global Lounge

Join our regular Monday Meetup - a space to meet with other Study Abroad students whilst enjoying a range of fun (and free) activities, including crafts, film nights and board games.

This will be the last Monday Meetup for this academic year and we want to end the series by celebrating friendship through the art of making! At this meetup, you will learn how to make colourful and unique friendship bracelets and keyrings to keep or swap with other study abroad friends as a memory of your friendship!

All the materials you need to craft your friendship bracelets and keyrings will be provided.

• Book your place

This event is free to attend. Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place. 

Study Abroad Farewell party

6 May 2025 | 5:30pm – 8pm | Roxy Lanes, Bristol

All good things must come to an end, sadly. Let's meet for one last event to celebrate the end of the semester as we say goodbye to many of you. Join us for a fun-filled evening of games (bowling, pool, ice-free curling and shuffleboard), food and drinks. Let’s make the last event of the semester one to remember!

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Your ticket will include: access to all the games, one free drink + pizza to share with friends

This event is free to attend. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.

Study Abroad Sessions: Explore postgraduate study in the UK

14 May 2025 | 1:30pm -2:30pm | Victoria Rooms, Room G.17 Harley

Curious about what postgraduate study in the UK has to offer?

Join us for an bespoke session, where you’ll gain valuable insights on how to create a compelling UK postgraduate application, drawing from your time abroad.

• Book your place

This event is free to attend. Availability is limited and booking is essential to guarantee your place.