However, over the vacation period, some University halls of residence host conferences while a programme of renovations and refurbishments is carried out at other halls. Similarly, you should contact your landlord if you are moving into private accommodation. You must confirm that you intend to attend the Orientation Course by filling in the form at the end of this booklet. The Programme will include information about living in Manchester, safety, welfare and academic information and introductory talks on the University. It is an opportunity to meet lots of other people.
Lunch is provided free of charge.
If you would like to attend, please return the form at the back of this booklet and just turn up on the day. If you are a new undergraduate student you will also receive details of the Introductory Week Programme. Postgraduates wishing to participate in this should contact their department when they arrive. For further information contact the Welfare Officer at the above address. All single undergraduate students beginning courses in September 2001 and paying fees at the overseas rate will be guaranteed a place in University accommodation for two years ie accommodation for the first year plus one other year of the course.