Information for new undergraduate students
If you have had your place for 2023 confirmed, congratulations!
Welcome from the Head of School
Welcome to the School of Earth Sciences!
Earth Sciences applies all the sciences to understanding how our planet works. You, our future Earth Scientists, will address key challenges facing our society from climate change to the need for metals for a sustainable future. I hope you find your time in Bristol inspiring and intellectually challenging. I look forward to meeting lots of new students during Welcome Week in mid-September then in discussion groups and classrooms throughout your degree with us at Bristol.
Prof. Alison Rust, Head of School of Earth Sciences
Message from the Senior Tutor
Message from the Senior Tutor (UG) (PDF, 57kB)
Important information
Important information that you need to read through is posted below. Please read through the linked documents carefully, beginning with the information booklet. There are some things that you need to do before you arrive to begin your studies.
- Important Information for New Undergraduates 2023-24 (PDF, 277kB) (booklet to be read by all students)
- Policy on safety and behaviour in the field 2023-24 (PDF, 155kB) (applies to all students and all field classes)
- Student declaration form. This is an online form, to be completed by 12 noon on Friday 1st September by all students
- Welcome Week Day Trip 2023 (PDF, 94kB) (to be read by all students)
Welcome Week begins on Monday 18th September. To welcome you to the University of Bristol and help you get ready to start your course we have a range of events taking place during Welcome Week.
Year 1 Welcome Week Programme (PDF, 115kB)
Once you have confirmed your registration details, you can download the student app from 30 August from Google Play or the App Store.
Additional information
You may find the links below useful:
- Registration – You need to do this to start your studies and receive your University email address.
- New students webpage
- International students
- Multifactor authentication – you’ll need to set this up to use our IT systems.
- Study skills – See what activities and resources are available to help you get ready to study.
- Help and support - If you need help while you’re settling in at Bristol, you can find information and support online.
If you have additional questions, you can reach out to your school or to Student Services, who would be happy to help you.
We look forward to welcoming you to the School but if you have any questions in the meantime please e-mail earth-undergrad@bristol.ac.uk.