Croeso Welcome
Congratulations and welcome to the Aberystwyth University family!
Welcome Week Central Timetables 2026
You will find central Welcome Week timetables here, tailored to your arrival—whether you are an early September Nursing student, an international student, or joining during the main intake period between Thursday 17 September and Saturday 19 September.
For more detailed information about events and activities, be sure to check your Personalised Induction Planner, where you can view these alongside sessions organised by your Academic Department.
Welcome from the Vice-Chancellor
Congratulations, and a very warm welcome to Aberystwyth University.
I wish you all the best for your first days and weeks at Aber, and I hope to welcome you in person when you arrive in September.
Key dates for AberArrival
- Healthcare Education Centre Welcome Week: 7 September to 11 September 2026
- Veterinary Science Welcome Week: 14 September to 18 September 2026
- All New Students Arrival Weekend: 18 September to 20 September 2026
- AberWelcome Week: 21 September to 25 September 2026
Your Department’s Induction
Your Academic Department can’t wait to welcome you.
Find out here where to go, along with details of activities and events designed to help you settle in, make friends, and adapt to life in your new department.
There will be opportunities during the week and beyond to get to know your personal tutors and learn more about how your department is committed to supporting your academic success and professional development from the very outset.
Your Enrolment
On this page, you will find everything you need to know about enrolling with us and the different stages required to officially become a student at Aberystwyth University.
We have created two checklists: a simple step-by-step guide, and a more detailed version if you would like additional information.
You will receive email prompts when you need to complete certain stages, so please check your inbox regularly after activating your Aberystwyth University IT account. You may also wish to bookmark this checklist so you can easily return to it whenever needed.
AberAnticipation - Pre-Arrival
In preparation for your arrival at Aberystwyth University, explore the essential tasks you will need to complete through our tailored checklist, along with some bite-sized videos from our current students. You will also find useful information to help you get ready to join your new community.
The checklists and bite-sized videos are designed to make each step of your journey to Aber as smooth as possible.
AberArrival – Arrival and Induction
When arriving at Aber, check out the essential tasks you will need to complete during your first few days through our tailored checklist, along with bite-sized videos from our current students. You will also find useful information to help you settle into your new community.
The checklists and bite-sized videos are designed to make each step of your journey to Aberystwyth as smooth as possible.
AtAber – Get to know your University
This is your place to discover, learn, and grow.
As you begin to familiarise yourself with the University, we are here to support your transition and help you get to know Aberystwyth better. Our AtAber themes focus on seven key areas, designed to help you make the most of your time with us during this transition.
Your Personalised Induction Planner
During Welcome Week, there will be a wide range of events and activities for you to get involved in. Whether you're looking for something fun, useful, or both, there will be something for everyone.
Your personalised Induction Planner is here to help you navigate these events and highlight those tailored specifically to you.