Your first week is essential in giving you the foundation you need to settle into uni and succeed in your studies.

To get off to a great start, there will be things you will need to do, including collecting your smartcard, connecting to Wifi, and registering with a local GP. And remember to download a copy of your Student Status Letter in order to apply for a student bank account or Council Tax exemption letter via MyRecord.

Your Course Team will put together a great induction programme so you can meet your cohort, be introduced to your modules, and discover the campus and its facilities. You will be given access to Blackboard, the University’s Virtual Learning Environment providing you with all the learning materials and resources you need. So, make sure you don’t miss out!

 

As you find your feet you will discover lots of opportunities to meet other students, make friends, and discover the local area. 

Keeping informed

Staying up-to-date with your course and campus life is made easy with different channels to suit your preference and interests.

  • Email - all university-related email correspondence will be sent to your university email address, so it’s important that you check it regularly
  • Current Student Webpages - dedicated information for current students on all the support, services, and opportunities that are available
  • Social media - keep up-to-date with what is happening for students by following our CCCU accounts:
    • X: @CCCUStudents 
    • Instagram: @canterburyccuni
    • Facebook: @CCCUStudents

Expect Repsect

At Canterbury Christ Church University you can Expect Respect whilst you study and work with us. Together we aim to make our campuses, social and teaching spaces welcoming, respectful and inclusive places for all. 

How you can play your role - take the 20 minute Expect Respect Welcome Module to win great prizes!

This Expect Respect Welcome Module will introduce you to the University and cover some important topics for student life, including building your supportive network, our Expect Respect campaign, staying safe, and cultivating healthy relationships.

When you complete this module, you will be entered into a prize draw, with a chance to win some amazing CCCU goodies and experiences!

Your essentials

So you don’t miss out on all the essential things you need to know or need to do before you join us, we have prepared a must-do checklist and a directory of everything you need!

Your journey

We can’t wait for you to join us and are here to help you prepare for the next steps of your exciting journey. So that you are confident about your arrival and to help you settle in we have pulled together all the information you need to know at each stage.