1. Welcome to UCL Computer Science
(BSc & MEng)
2017
Introduction
Hello and welcome to UCL! I hope your first day/few days has gone well.
I work in the … department, I’m going to talk to you about the different support services we have at UCL. I’ll just be giving a quick overview before you meet your mentors, so if you have any questions you can ask your mentor a bit later on.

2. Who is talking to you? Dr. Graham Roberts
Office Gower Street Building
Congratulations on getting your place at UCL.

3. Who Are UCL CS? Part of the UCL Engineering Faculty
A world leading research department
500 Undergraduates
550 Masters
180 PhD/EngD
75 Academic Staff
60 Research Staff
40 Admin and Technical Staff
Located in several buildings
Malet Place Engineering Building (MPEB)
66-72 Gower Street

4. Educational Leadership
Our mission is to be educational leaders:
Research
Teaching
Engagement with society
Global Impact
UCL CS is the #1 CS department (the REF) in the UK and one of the best in the world.
You will be the best graduates!

5. Senior Academic Staff Prof. John Shawe-Taylor Head of Department
Prof. Steve Hailes, Prof. Yvonne Rogers, Prof. Anthony Steed Deputy Heads of Department
Prof. Alex Silva Departmental Tutor

6. Year Coordinators and Personal Tutors
Each year (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th) has a year coordinator.
Monitors modules and teaching.
Coordinates coursework submission deadlines and feedback.
Gives advice on option modules.
You have a Personal Tutor
Member of academic staff.
Tutorials at least twice per term (three this term).
Get to know your tutor.
Let your tutor know if you are having problems.

7. Professional Services Staff
Nisha Gosai
Departmental Teaching and Learning Manager, room MPEB 5.22
Lydia O’Donoghue & Gertrud Levit
Undergraduate Administrators, room MPEB 5.22
JJ Giwa
Departmental Administrator (Facilities Management and Operations)

8. Who to talk to about academic issues (in order)
The module lecturer
The year coordinator
Your personal Tutor
The Departmental Tutor
The Head of Department

9. What happens this week? Details on your Induction Week Timetable
Follow for this week, then the UCL common timeable
Tuesday
Meet your Transition Mentor
You will be ed you mentor name today – please check !
Welcome Party! UCLCS Welcome for new UG students
Student Central, meet the academic staff
Wednesday
Introduction to IEP (BSc & MEng CS only)
Athena Swan
Open Source and GitHub (bring your laptop fully charged)

10. Thursday/Friday Thursday Friday Weekend Unix Introduction
Set up your Environment
Drop-in session from 2pm to 4pm, don’t all come at once!
Friday
Introduction to UCL Services/Facilities
TechSoc
Weekend
Students Union UCL Freshers Fair

11. What do you do with the rest of the time?
Not a lot!
Make friends
Get to know UCL
Sightseeing around London
Or learn to program ...

12. Study Support in the First Year
Transition Mentors
Study Mentors
Tutors
DEOLOs (myself and JJ)

13. Meet during Induction Week Weekly meetings in group of roughly 10
Later-year students from each department are assigned to every first-year undergraduate student at UCL.
The reason we’re all here is so that you can meet your Transition mentor.
Your mentor is someone who is in the same department, but who is in their second or third year. You will have weekly meetings with your mentor and mentor group.
Key points:
Great way to make friends
Find out all of the best places to go and things to do
Friendly and approachable face on campus who can help you with any issues related to settling in
Academic support offered later in the term
At this point, you can use your own experience to highlight the benefits of mentoring. Reiterate that you are the senior mentor so if anyone encounters any problems/had feedback for the mentoring scheme, they can speak to you.
Group allocations!
Meet during Induction Week
Weekly meetings in group of roughly 10
Peer support in settling in at UCL
Pastoral and Academic support

14. Study Mentors 2nd/3rd/4th year students
Supporting first year CS modules
Especially learning to program
Senior mentors 3rd years:
Emily Mears
Chris Hammond
Meet in groups based on lab classes
Several introductory events this week

15. Don’t forget your Tutor!
Everyone has a personal tutor.
Some tutors will be at the party.
Make sure you meet you tutor at least three times this term and twice next term.
Give regular progress reports.
Available for help and advice throughout term time.
By default contact via .
All tutors will have office hours when you can meet for tutorials.

16. Timetables... Normal teaching starts next Monday 2nd Oct.
Timetables are online (common timetable).
You can get a personal timetable.
Goto first lecture of each module.
Problem/practical classes are also in timetable.
See your personal timetable for allocated groups.
Find out where the lecture theatres and class rooms are this week.
This is UCL week 5, teaching starts in week 6.

17. MEng Mathematical Computation
Term 1
COMP101P Principles of Programming
COMP102P Theory I
MATH1201 Algebra I
MATH1401 Mathematical Methods I
Term 2
COMP103P Object-Oriented Programming
COMP104P Theory II
COMP105P Robotics Programming
MATH1202 Algebra II
You are automatically registered for all these.

18. BSc & MEng Computer Science
Term 1
ENGS101P Engineering Challenges
ENGS102P Design and Professional Practice I
COMP101P Principles of Programming
COMP102P Theory I
Term 2
COMP103P Object-Oriented Programming
COMP104P Theory II
COMP105P Robotics Programming
MATH6301 Discrete Mathematics
You are automatically registered for all these.

19. Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP)
BSc and MEng Computer Science are degrees within the IEP Framework
Being an engineer:
Think and work like an engineer, theory and practice
Interdisciplinary
Your role in society, being a global citizen
And becoming a Computer Scientist
Full IEP introduction later in the week

20. MEng International Programme & EMYs
3rd year is taken abroad at another university
Apply in the 2nd year
Applying for a place is competitive
EMY = Extra Mural Year, or Year in Industry
An extra year working in industry (2nd or 3rd)
Assessed for credit
Apply to companies as opportunities become available

21. Portico UCL Student Information System.
Make sure your details are correct
Especially your contact information
Update as necessary

22. Rules & Regulations...
Look for the UCL Academic Manual and the CS Student Handbook.
Mostly about assessment and progression.
And so that UCL functions as an academic community.
You are now a member UCL.
Please respect UCL’s traditions and regulations.
UCL is not a school!
UCL has a long held and deep commitment to equal access and equal opportunities.

23. Terms Three terms* a year Term 1 Oct-Dec Term 2 Jan-March
Term 3 May-June (exam term + events and challenges)
*UCL is a real university, so no semesters :-)

24. Support Services at UCL
Ridgmount Practice (Doctors)
Volunteering Services Unit
Students’ Union UCL
Library Services
Careers
Student Funding
Student Support & Wellbeing
These are the things that will be covered in this presentation and then we’ll get everyone in to their groups to meet the mentors.

25. 1st week of term recommended for registering
Address:
8 Ridgmount Street
London
WC1E 7AA
Tel:
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Key points:
Gower place practice is the GP Health Centre on campus. All UCL students can register and it is recommended that you do so in the first week.
Every contact is confidential however the GPs can liaise with UCL tutors if requested
General health care & medication
Nursing service
Referral to a specialist if needed
All UCL students may use the NHS Practice
You can register as a patient if you live in Central & North London
Come to the practice & bring your NHS card (number) if available
Walk-in surgery available Monday – Friday (9.30am – 10.30am and 2.30pm – 3.30pm) or you can book appointments in advance
1st week of term recommended for registering

26. This is where you can find the GP service – they are located on Gower Place.

27. University College London Students’ Union (UCLU)
You are automatically a member of UCLU.
UCLU is independent from UCL so we can effectively represent you.
We also provide you with lots of opportunities for extracurricular activities and support while you are at UCL.
Find out more at and visit us at the Welcome Fair 30th Sept, 1st Oct from 10am to 4pm.
If you want to get involved further, stand in our upcoming elections:
Look out for our weekly s, like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
Key points:
Every UCL student is automatically a member of UCLU so you don’t need to sign up.
UCLU is separate from the University and is therefore able to offer independent advice. Elected student officers sit on important UCL committees to look after your best interests.
Besides our representative element, we put on a host of events and offer a range of activities for you to get involved with.
You can find out more by visiting the website and by checking out the Welcome Fair (where you will pick up lots of freebies and check out what is on offer).
If you’re interested in being a student representative yourself visit uclu.org/elections where you can nominate yourself. UCLU runs a few ‘Thinking of Standing’ information sessions that can tell you more about what would be expected of you and there are a few positions that are specifically for first year students!
UCLU keeps in touch with you by sending weekly all student s but you can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for more frequent updates.

28. Profits made at UCLU bars, gym, shop and cafes are reinvested into student services.
Over 230 clubs and societies, intramural sport, and one off trips are also available.
Key points:
UCLU is spread out over 3 main buildings (25 Gordon Street, the Bloomsbury Theatre building and the Lewis’s Building). We have a number of outlets including a gym, 4 cafes, 3 bars and 1 shop. When you make purchases at our outlets the money UCLU makes gets reinvested back into student services. We’re often much cheaper than local competitors! Our outlets also employ student members of staff so if you are looking for part time work visit uclu.org/jobshop.
We have over 230 clubs and societies ranging from football and Ultimate Frisbee to Harry Potter and the Vegetarian society. Try fortnight takes place between 29 September - 12 October 2014 where you can participate in ‘taster sessions’ by societies. You are then able to join the clubs and societies you wish from 13 October. If you’re looking for less commitment you can check out intramural sports and Give it a Go events which are one off activities!
The UCLU Rights and Advice Centre offers professional legal advice on everything from immigration and housing contracts to UCL procedures and policies such as plagiarism.
UCLU also supports campaigns. Sometimes we run our own, for example to extend the opening hours of libraries and sometimes students run campaigns that we support. We’ve helped students campaign to fundraise for natural disasters or register other students to vote.
UCLU really is your Union and offers something for everyone. Get in touch if you have any questions or want more information at uclu.org
We provide professional, independent advice on everything from housing contracts to UCL procedures. We also support student campaigns.

29. Volunteering in the community is a big thing here at UCL.
We’re home to the biggest university volunteering department in the UK – the VSU.
Last year, over 1900 students took part in projects across London.
The VSU has links with over 400 charities and supports 72 different student led projects.
Charities UCL students volunteer at include:
IntoUniversity - Mentoring school students to help them achieve personally and academically.
The Passage – a drop in centre supporting people who are homeless.
Keen London – sports and arts activities for children with learning disabilities
Foodcycle – using good food that would otherwise go to waste to cook lunch for people in Somerstown.
Westminster Befriend A Family – running swimming sessions for children from low income families.
Read bullet points. Use own experiences if relevant.

30. VIBE – befriending programme for people with visual impairments
The VSU has loads of one-off volunteering that you can dip into – environmental conservation, fundraising, cultural and sporting events, community festivals ….
You can set up your own activities as part of the VSU Student Led projects scheme. The VSU has staff support, training, and grants to help you.
For example
Hospital Play Teams – run fun activities for children within UCH and Royal Free Hospitals
VIBE – befriending programme for people with visual impairments
The Big One – UCL students helping school students to put on a big, professional standard musical production.
The VSU also offer a two-week team placement scheme (GC Voluntary Sector) as part of the UCL’s Global Citizenship Programme. It’s only open to 2nd and final year students – but remember about it for next year!
To find out more about anything the VSU does, visit them at or drop into their offices on the first floor of the Lewis’s Building.
Read bullet points. Use own experiences if relevant.

31. UCL Library Services
16 libraries in total including three teaching hospital libraries
Please carry your ID Card
at all times as it allows you to:
Enter and exit UCL Libraries
Borrow and renew books
Scan, print and copy material
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A large e-book collection of CS text books

32. Getting Started with UCL Library Services
Best place to start for the library is the ‘Getting Started’ webpage.

33. UCL Student Funding Office
Located at Student Centre (SC2) in Chadwick.
Drop in counter service Mon – Fri 10:00am – 4:00pm
queries to:
Tel: +44 (0)
UCL Bursary
UG/PG Scholarships
Additional discretionary support
One to one appointments with Student Funding Welfare Adviser
US/Canadian loans
UCL has a student funding office, who deal with most enquiries related to student finance. They are located in G19 of the South Wing and have a drop in service.

34. Financial Advice and Support: www.ucl.ac.uk/srs/financialassistance
Student loans and grants:
Student Funding at UCL:
Independent Financial Advice:
Here are some useful websites that the student funding office recommend.

35. Student Support and Wellbeing
UCL Student Advisory and Events Services:
International Student Support and Welfare
Study Abroad Team
Student Support and Events Services
Student Centre
UCL Student Disability Services
UCL Student Psychological Services
UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services (SSW) provides information, advice and welfare support for all registered students, including delivery of related student events.
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36. UCL Security are here for your Safety and Protection f But we need your help.
Visit Our Website for our Advice on staying safe in and around the UCL Campus.
Follow us on for up-to-date advice and information on & off campus.
Put our 24/7 Emergency Phone Number in your mobile phone NOW –
Use your ID/Access Cards sensibly and never let anyone follow you through a secure door.

37. Do Not Allow Unknown Persons To Follow You Through A Secure Door
Whether at the University or in your accommodation.
You are putting yourself, your colleagues, your neighbours and your property at risk when you do.
If you’re unsure and don’t want to be rude, let them go first.

38. Do Not Leave Your Valuables Unattended
Never leave your property unattended anywhere at UCL or use it as desk/table savers in our libraries, cafes, study spaces, refectory etc.
If urgent, please ask someone you trust to watch it in your absence.

39. Be Aware Of Your Surroundings When Using Your Phone In Public.
Check your surroundings before use.
Use away from the road and close to your body.
Install an app that can track your phone in the event of a theft.

40. Contact Us/Further Information
Call Us – 24/7/365
Emergency Number : or
222 from any internal UCL phone
Follow Us
Twitter
Visit Us
Website – or simply ‘Google’ UCL Crime Prevention.

41. You’re in the driving seat
Unlike school, learning is fully your responsibility
We help but you take charge of your own education and running your own life

42. Change the World? Not just a slogan All students do Industry Projects
Build hardware/software for real people to solve real problems
Enable a charity to help people
Use energy more efficiently to reduce bills
Help the disabled travel
Work with doctors in the NHS
Make a difference
Learn to function as a professional engineer, not just a programmer!
Think long term - what will the world be like 5 years after you graduate?

43. The Secret of Success? Immerse Yourself in Being At University!
You will be challenged!
It will be hard work!
Also learn how to relax, make friends and make the most of the opportunities available to you.
In the next few weeks get to know everyone else in the first year.

44. Need Non-academic Help during the Term?
See your personal tutor, or
See me (office Gower Street), or
Undergraduate Administrator (5.22 MPEB), or
Reception Desk, 5th Floor MPEB, or
DEOLOs, or
UCL Support Services
UCL Student Centre for academic issues
Student Welfare

45. That’s it
Enjoy your time at UCL!