Our Student Futures Commitment has been co-created with students and the Students' Union and is our pledge on what truly matters to your student experience and sustainble futures.
Your first week is essential in giving you the foundation you need to settle into uni and succeed in your studies.
- Attend your academic course welcome sessions - this is an essential induction and orientation to your course to ensure you get your studies off to a good start. Your Welcome Schedules will be available in mid-August.
- Check your access to Blackboard: Blackboard is the University’s Virtual Learning Environment providing you with access to your learning materials, resources and services to support your studies. You will need to set up your CCCU computer account to access Blackboard.
- Set up your IT by connecting to Wifi and downloading your free software
- Check our Student Code of Conduct so you can see what behaviour we expect and how we provide students a safe and supportive environment, free from discrimination,
- International students: You must attend an in-person appointment with our Compliance team so we can verify your identity and qualifications once you arrive in the UK. You must do this within two weeks of your arrival.
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:
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- X: @CCCUStudents
- Instagram: @canterburyccuni
- Facebook: @CCCUStudents
Settling in
We know it might take time to settle in but we are here to support you through your first semester and beyond.
- Connect with your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT): your Personal Academic Tutor is here to help you to develop, grow and succeed in your studies and research
- Access academic support - from the Library to the Learning Skills Hub there is plenty of support to help you reach your academic potential.
- Register with a GP and to vote: we want you to be safe and well while at university.
- Download the Safezone App: so you can alert university security if you ever need urgent assistance while on campus.
- Discover your Students’ Union: a chance to make friends, get involved and have your voice heard.
Did you know?
Throughout your time with us we provide a range of services, support and opportunities to help you succeed in your studies and get the most out of your student life. at CCCU.
Make sure you check out our 'Everything you need' section for current students for a full listing of what is available.