You can register for all Moray House and University-wide welcome events on the University's UoE Events App linked below. Please always prioritise attending your PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC induction events over general induction events, if timings conflict.
Find key dates for the coming academic year, including Welcome Week activities and the start of teaching.
Your Programme Induction
Thursday 11 September, 11:00 - 13:00 (part 1)
Thursday 11 September, 14:00 - 16:00 (part 2)
Location: Paterson's Land 1.37
These sessions welcome you to the programme, introduce you to the teaching team, outline the courses and provide details about the semester 1 timetable and assessment dates. In addition, marking, student support, and the University's online Learn system will be introduced. Finally, you will get a chance to meet other students on the programme and ask questions.
Welcome Week 2025 - Download the UoE Welcome Week app
Monday 8 - Friday 12 September 2025
The semester opens with Welcome Week, the week before the first week of teaching. Welcome Week is a key part of the postgraduate experience and participation is essential. It is an information-packed week with social and instructive activities planned by the School and the University.
Find all Moray House and University-wide welcome events on the University Events App and plan your schedule:
Industrial action during Welcome Week
Please note that the Edinburgh branch of the University and College Union have confirmed that strike action will take place from Monday 8 to Friday 12 September. We fully respect the right of our staff to take part in industrial disputes but will work hard to reduce the impact on our students. You can find more information on our website:
General School Induction Events
We encourage you to attend Moray House induction events but please always prioritise attending your programme-specific induction session and teaching should timings conflict.
Please access links to all online sessions and recordings on the MHSES Student Hub Events page.
Visit the MHSES Student Hub Events page (on SharePoint)
Event | Date | Time | Location |
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Welcome Ceremony | Mon 8 Sept | 11:30 - 12:30 2:30 - 3:30 | McEwan Hall |
Welcome to Moray House School of Education and Sport: Postgraduate Taught Students This induction event will introduce you to Moray House, with a warm welcome from staff and an overview of the resources and support available to you as a student. It’s also a chance to learn where to go for advice and guidance throughout your studies. | Mon 8 Sept | 09:45 - 10:30 | Paterson's Land G1, Hybrid and recorded |
MHSES School Community Fair A chance for you to meet with students and staff involved in the School community and learn how you can get involved | Wed 17 Sept | 10:00 - 12:00 | ON-CAMPUS (not recorded) |
Academic Year 2025/26
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