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Winter Welcome 2026

12 January to 16 February 2026

Winter Welcome is the perfect way to settle into life at NTU – and a great introduction to your new student community!

A warm winter welcome to all our students

There will be lots of events on offer during your first few weeks to help welcome you to Nottingham Trent University (NTU), the Nottingham Trent Students’ Union (NTSU) and the city itself.

We recommend that you complete the British Council's Study UK: Prepare to study and live in the UK course before you arrive in the UK. This resource has lots of useful advice about preparing for your studies in the UK that you may find helpful to complete before starting to study at NTU.

Make sure to read our other helpful information on starting at NTU, how to enrol and how to book an appointment for the International enrolment event.

Join us for Winter Welcome fairs

Come along and speak to all of our services in one place. You can discover what support is available, what societies you can join and how to make the most of your NTU experience.

You are welcome to take part in both events but we strongly encourage you to attend the Fair on your home campus to find out more about where you'll be studying and where you can find help should you need it.

Dates, times and location:

  • Clifton Campus​ - Pavilion Building on Wednesday 21 January, 1 pm - 4 pm
  • City Campus - Central Court in Newton Building on Wednesday 28 January, 1 pm - 4 pm

Who we'll be joined by

We'll be joined by the following NTU teams:

  • Academic Support / Library
  • Accommodation
  • Community Engagement and Volunteering
  • Disability Support
  • Employability
  • International and Student Support Services
  • NTU Arts, NTU Faith and Chaplaincy, NTU Global, NTU Sport
  • NTSU (Students’ Union)
  • Student Money Team
  • DT Tech Corner (they sort out your technology)
  • Nottingham City Transport
  • Unitemps
  • Sustainability

Clifton Campus​, Pavilion Building, Wednesday 21 January, 1pm - 4 pm

City Campus - Central Court, Newton Building, Wednesday 28 January, 1pm - 4 pm

Full programme of events:

Attend our upcoming Winter Welcome events to make the most of your first few weeks at NTU and to get ready for your studies.

Monday 12 January 2026

Library Drop-In – City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 11 am - 2 pm

Did you know that your Library offers far more than books? Come along to one of these Library drop-ins to learn more about the facilities, resources and support available to you through NTU Library - there may be much more than you think! For example, every student at NTU can seek one-to-one guidance with academic skills at any point in their journey.

Give yourself a head start by getting started now! Library staff will be available to have a chat and answer any questions you have.

You can also book other online and in-person library events that will help you study at NTU when you're enrolled.

Games Afternoon - Quiz night, City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 3 pm - 5 pm

Come have fun and meet new friends at our weekly Games Afternoon in the Global Lounge - this time, we'll host a pub quiz, followed by some Kahoot! quizzes so you can get to know NTU and Nottingham. In addition to these sessions, you're very much welcome to drop by the Global Lounges anytime to play our huge selection of board games.

Tuesday 13 January 2026

Save the Student Workshop - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 12 pm - 1 pm

Are you money savvy? Do you love a good discount? Come along to learn how to find the best deals and discounts, take advantage of promotions and save money while studying in the UK. All NTU students are welcome, whether you’re a new or continuing student.

Thrift Crawl - City Global Lounge,  23 Goldsmith Street, 1 pm - 4 pm

Come join the Global Lounge on a thrift shop crawl to discover all the hidden treasures Nottingham city has to offer. It’s a great way to get to know Nottingham city and explore new places you haven’t been before! You’ll also meet like-minded people who are passionate about sustainability. We’ll meet at the City Global Lounge at 1 pm before setting off on our walk. As this is an outdoor activity, please dress appropriately for the weather with comfortable shoes and bring water or snacks, if you need them.  No need to book, just turn up.

Did you know that you can earn some points towards a drink, hoodie or other goodies at one of the NTU outlets just by doing this walk? Download the NTU Moves app, connect it to a steps counter app on your smartphone and start earning points!

Afternoon Tea - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 1 pm - 4 pm

Come along to experience one of the great British traditions - Afternoon Tea! Relax and meet new friends in the Global Lounge while trying some delicious teas and cakes. You can also find out more about the Great Scone Debate and the history of afternoon tea. This session is open for three hours, but you don’t need to stay the whole time. Feel free to drop in and out whenever it suits you.

Becky's Book Club - City Campus, Boots Library, 5.30 pm - 7 pm

Join NTU Arts for their weekly Book Club where you’ll chat about all things books – and pick up our reading list titles for free. In this week's book club, we'll be discussing Asako Yuzuki's Butter.

Find out more and reserve your spot.

Choir Taster Session - City Campus, Music Centre, 6.15 pm - 8.45 pm

Find out what it’s like to be a member of NTU’s choir at this fun and friendly taster session.

Find out more and book your spot.

Wednesday 14 January 2026

Chaplaincy Drop-In - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 10 am - 12 pm

Drop in to chat to NTU's Catholic Chaplain at this relaxed session.

Heritage Visit: Backstage Tour at Nottingham Playhouse at 10.30 am

Book your NTU free ticket to a guided backstage tour and discover the world behind the curtain at one of the city’s most visited stages.

Crafternoon Lanyard Decorating - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 2 pm - 4 pm

Unleash your creativity and indulge in a relaxing and mindful crafting experience. Come along to our weekly crafternoons! Every session has own unique theme, from traditional crafts to contemporary art forms.

Gestural Emotive Drawing with Diana Ali - City Campus, Bonington Atrium, 2 pm - 4 pm

Join NTU alumna Diana Ali in this free workshop where you'll explore your emotions through different ways of drawing and creative expression. Book your place for this event.

Pop Choir Taster Session - City Campus, Music Centre, 2 pm - 3.30 pm

Find out what it’s like to be a member of the Pop Choir in this fun and friendly taster session. You don’t need to read music to join, as we’ll learn all your favourite songs by ear. Find out more information.

Brass Ensemble Taster Session - City Campus, Music Centre, 5 pm - 6 pm

Find out what it’s like to be a member of NTU’s Brass Band in this fun and friendly taster session. Find out more information.

String Sinfonia Taster Session - City Campus, Music Centre, 6.30 pm - 8 pm

Find out what it’s like to be a member of NTU’s string ensemble in this fun and friendly taster session. Find out more information.

Thursday 15 January 2026

Library Drop-In – Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 11 am - 1 pm 

Did you know that your Library offers far more than books? Come along to one of these Library drop-ins to learn more about the facilities, resources and support available to you through NTU Library - there may be much more than you think! For example, every student at NTU can seek one-to-one guidance with academic skills at any point in their journey.

Give yourself a head start by getting started now! Library staff will be available to have a chat and answer any questions you have.

You can also book other online and in-person library events that will help you study at NTU when you're enrolled.

Seasonal Crafts with Mellonie Page -  Clifton Campus, Library Reception, 12 - 2 pm

Join artist Mellonie Page for jewellery-making crafts. Using macramé cotton and African fabric, make earrings, bracelets, or necklaces. Learn to wrap, upcycle, and thread, an ancient African technique. The best bit is that you get to keep your creation.

Language Café - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 3 pm - 5 pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Language Café - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 3 pm - 5 pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Concert Band Taster Session - City Campus, Music Centre, 6 pm - 7.30 pm

Find out what it’s like to be a member of NTU’s Concert Band in this fun and friendly taster session. Learn more about this event here.

Foundation Drums Taster Session- City Campus, Music Centre, 6.30 pm -  7.30 pm

Find out what it’s like to be a member of NTU’s Drumline in this fun and friendly taster session. Learn more about this event here.

Friday 16 January 2026

Save the Student Workshop - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 12 pm - 1 pm

Are you money savvy? Do you love a good discount? Come along to learn how to find the best deals and discounts, take advantage of promotions and save money while studying in the UK. All NTU students are welcome, whether you’re a new or continuing student.

Afternoon Tea - City Global Lounge,  23 Goldsmith Street, 1 pm - 4 pm

Come along to experience one of the great British traditions - Afternoon Tea! Relax and meet new friends in the Global Lounge while trying some delicious teas and cakes. You can also find out more about the Great Scone Debate and the history of afternoon tea. This session is open for three hours, but you don’t need to stay the whole time. Feel free to drop in and out whenever it suits you.

Drama Workshop at Nottingham Playhouse - Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, Nottingham, NG1 5AF,  6 pm - 8 pm

NTU Arts' monthly drama workshops at Nottingham Playhouse let you explore performance skills and techniques, acting workshops, and creative processes. This session will focus on acting with masks. Find out how to buy tickets here.

Exhibition Launch: Layt de Kam / Bonington Vitrines #29 Through Our Eyes, In Our Words, 6pm - 8pm

Book your free ticket to join us at Bonington Gallery for the launch of our latest exhibitions, layt de kam and Bonington Vitrines #29: Through Our Eyes, In Our Words. As always, our launch events will include free refreshments and music by multidisciplinary artist Fauzia. Reserve your ticket here.

Monday 19 January 2026

City Discovery Tour - City Global Lounge,  23 Goldsmith Street, 12pm - 1.30pm

Finding your way around Nottingham? Join us for a relaxed tour around the city centre. You’ll discover some of the main sights of Nottingham city centre, including the Market Square, Robin Hood statue and Nottingham Castle, plus cultural gems and attractions including galleries, museums, theatres, cinemas and music venues. We’ll also introduce you to some of Nottingham’s best kept secrets – international supermarkets, vintage clothes shops, and quirky cafés. Anything that’s a bit out of the ordinary, we’ll help you find it and all while making some new friends! Earn points towards a drink, hoodie or other goodies at one of the NTU outlets just by doing this walk through NTU Moves app - connect it to a steps counter app on your smartphone and start earning points!

Games Afternoon - Bingo Night, City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street,  3pm - 5pm

Come have fun and meet new friends at our weekly Games Afternoon in the Global Lounge. This session we will play Human Bingo, to get you meet other students better, as well as traditional bingo. In addition to these sessions - we also have a huge selection of board games so you’re welcome anytime.

Games Afternoon - Bingo Night, Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 3pm - 5pm

Come have fun and meet new friends at our weekly Games Afternoon in the Global Lounge. This session we will play Human Bingo, to get you meet other students better, as well as traditional bingo. In addition to these sessions - we also have a huge selection of board games so you’re welcome anytime.

Digital DJing 3-week course, Music Centre, City Campus, 6pm - 8pm

Whether you're simply a music lover curious to give it a go or an aspiring DJ taking your first steps towards playing in front of crowds, our intensive three-week DJing course will help you learn the basics. Led by DJ/producer Joni Newham, expect a relaxed, welcoming and sociable environment. Places are limited so buy your ticket onto this course here.

Tuesday 20 January 2026

Global Week Information Session - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 12pm - 2pm

Want to know more about our upcoming Global Week? Have you signed up already to represent your culture, or would like to sign up? This is your change to get all your questions answered to get ready for the biggest cultural celebration at NTU! There's no need to book, just turn up.

Cultural Diversity Training - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 2pm - 3pm

Want to stand out in a global workplace? In this interactive we dive into cultural diversity, a must-have skill for today’s globalised world. Meet students from around the globe for activities that will help you improve your understanding of different cultures and also help you explore your own unique identity. You will be issued a certificate upon completion and can use this training towards acquiring the Global Employability Award.

Language Café - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 5pm - 7pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour, or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Wednesday 21 January 2026

Chaplaincy Drop-In -  City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 10am - 12pm

Drop in to chat to NTU's Catholic Chaplain at this relaxed session.

Stop Motion Workshop - Clifton Campus, Clifton Library, 12 - 2pm

Get creative with Tim Neath from Nonsuch Studios — bring along your mobile phone and make your own stop motion animation. Be guided through the basic principles and use props, Lego, cardboard and your imagination to tell short stories through the magic of stop motion in this fun, free workshop. More details here.

Free Lunchtime Concert - City Campus, University Hall, 1pm - 1.30pm

Join us in University Hall on our City Campus for 30 minutes of glorious free music performed by talented NTU students and staff. These relaxed concerts feature a variety of instruments and music styles. Find out more about event details here.

Scavenger Hunt - City Campus,  1pm - 3pm

New to Nottingham? Join our Welcome Scavenger Hunt. Explore the city, get to know the campus, and find out what life at NTU is all about. There are prizes to be won too!  Sign up to join now!

The Love Workshops: Large Scale Collage And Free Writing - City Campus, Bonington Atrium,  2 - 2.30pm

Come and explore how to create words and visuals on the complex and broad topic of love in this three-part workshop series led by artists Laura Quick and Angi Fletcher. Tickets are limited so make sure you book onto this event here in advance.

Crafternoon - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 2pm - 4pm

Unleash your creativity and indulge in a relaxing and mindful crafting experience. Come along to our weekly crafternoons! Every session has own unique theme, from traditional crafts to contemporary art forms.

Crafternoon - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 2pm - 4pm

Unleash your creativity and indulge in a relaxing and mindful crafting experience. Come along to our weekly crafternoons! Every session has own unique theme, from traditional crafts to contemporary art forms.

NTU Band: Band Forming Jam Session, City Campus, Music Centre Culture Lounge, 6.30pm - 9.30pm

Come down and meet your future bandmates. Bring yourself, your instrument and all your talents. Drum kit, amps, PA and a piano will be provided. All genres are welcome. Guest appearances from alumni bands. The NTU Bands Jam is a great place to perform and connect with like-minded musicians. There will be plenty of opportunities to get up and play - whatever your style. Find out more information about this session here.

Thursday 22 January 2026

Language Café - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 3pm - 5pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour, or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Language Café - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 3pm - 5pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour, or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Creative Writing Socials - City Campus, Boots Library, 5.30pm - 7pm

Everyone is welcome to this fun and friendly social, with writing games and exercises plus time to meet other students from across the university.

Whether you’ve been writing for a while or you’d like to try something new, come along to take your pen for a walk and find out what we’ve got planned for workshops, masterclasses, open mic and publications this year. With poet and WRAP (Writing, Reading and Pleasure.) director Becky Cullen and writers from NTU. To find out more about this event and reserve your place go here.

Gospel Singing Workshop - City Campus, Music Centre, 6pm - 8pm

Join MOBO Award-nominated songwriter, artist, and music director Freddie Kofi for this evening workshop. Suitable for all abilities, enjoy singing through some of your gospel favourites. Find out more about Freddie Kofti and the event here.

Note: this event is free for students.

Friday 23 January 2026

Library Drop-In - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 11am - 2pm

Did you know that your Library offers far more than books? Come along to one of these Library drop-ins to learn more about the facilities, resources and support available to you through NTU Library - there may be much more than you think! For example, every student at NTU can seek one-to-one guidance with academic skills at any point in their journey.

Give yourself a head start by getting started now! Library staff will be available to have a chat and answer any questions you have.

You can also book other online and in-person library events that will help you study at NTU through this link when you're enrolled.

Cultural Diversity Training - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 1pm - 2pm

Want to stand out in a global workplace? In this interactive we dive into cultural diversity, a must-have skill for today’s globalised world. Meet students from around the globe for activities that will help you improve your understanding of different cultures and also help you explore your own unique identity. You will be issued a certificate upon completion and can use this training towards acquiring the Global Employability Award.

Monday 26 January 2026

Games Afternoon - Life-size games, City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street 3pm - 5pm

Come have fun and meet new friends at our weekly Games Afternoon in the Global Lounge. This session we will play life size games - think noughts and crosses but you're the cross! In addition to these sessions we also have a huge selection of board games so you’re welcome anytime.

Tuesday 27 January 2026

Employability Pop-Up - City Campus, 11.30am - 1pm

Pop in to find out more about Employability and how they can support you during your time at NTU!

Afternoon Tea - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 1pm - 4pm

Come along to experience one of the great British traditions - Afternoon Tea! Relax and meet new friends in the Global Lounge while trying some delicious teas and cakes. You can also find out more about the Great Scone Debate and the history of afternoon tea. This session is open for three hours, but you don’t need to stay the whole time. Feel free to drop in and out whenever it suits you.

Cross-Cultural Communication Training - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 2pm - 3pm

Join this opportunity for students to gain and deepen knowledge on how people from differing cultural backgrounds communicate, in similar and different ways among themselves, and how communicate across cultures. Come to learn how to minimize cross-cultural misunderstanding and conflict, and deepen your knowledge of personal identities and how they affect how we see the world. This session also counts towards the NTU Employability Global Award.

Language Café - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 5pm - 7pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour, or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Becky's Book Club - City Campus, Boots Library, 5.30pm - 7pm

Join NTU Arts for their weekly Book Club where you’ll chat about all things books – and pick up our reading list titles for free.  In this week's book club, it'll be our last session discussing Butter. You'll also have the opportunity to pick up our next book - Yael Van Der Wouden's The Safekeep.

Wednesday 28 January 2026

Chaplaincy drop-in -  City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street 10am - 12pm

Drop in to chat to NTU's Catholic Chaplain at this relaxed session.

Library Drop-In,  Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 11am - 1pm

Did you know that your Library offers far more than books? Come along to one of these Library drop-ins to learn more about the facilities, resources and support available to you through NTU Library - there may be much more than you think! For example, every student at NTU can seek one-to-one guidance with academic skills at any point in their journey. Give yourself a head start by getting started now! Library staff will be available to have a chat and answer any questions you have.

You can also book other online and in-person library events that will help you study at NTU through this link when you're enrolled.

City Discovery Tour - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 12pm - 1.30pm

Finding your way around Nottingham? Join us for a relaxed tour around the city centre. You’ll discover some of the main sights of Nottingham city centre, including the Market Square, Robin Hood statue and Nottingham Castle, plus cultural gems and attractions including galleries, museums, theatres, cinemas and music venues. We’ll also introduce you to some of Nottingham’s best kept secrets – international supermarkets, vintage clothes shops, and quirky cafés. Anything that’s a bit out of the ordinary, we’ll help you find it and all while making some new friends! Earn points towards a drink, hoodie or other goodies at one of the NTU outlets just by doing this walk through NTU Moves app by doing steps.

Free Lunchtime Walkthrough: Layt de Kam (BSL interpreted) - City Campus. Bonington Gallery, 1pm - 2pm

Take a deep dive into Bonington Gallery’s latest exhibition with Gallery Director Tom Godfrey. To reserve your place go to this page.

Crafternoon - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 2pm - 4pm

Unleash your creativity and indulge in a relaxing and mindful crafting experience. Come along to our weekly crafternoons! Every session has own unique theme, from traditional crafts to contemporary art forms.

Drawing Class with Hannah Sawtell - Clifton Campus, Clifton Library, 2pm - 4pm

Join illustrator Hannah Sawtell for a fun, free and friendly creative session suitable for all skill levels. Find out more about this event here.

Crafternoon - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 2pm - 4pm

Unleash your creativity and indulge in a relaxing and mindful crafting experience. Come along to our weekly crafternoons! Every session has own unique theme, from traditional crafts to contemporary art forms.

NTU Band: Band Forming Jam Session, City Campus, Music Centre Culture Lounge, 6.30pm - 9.30pm

Come down and meet your future bandmates. Bring yourself, your instrument and all your talents. Drum kit, amps, PA and a piano will be provided. All genres are welcome. Guest appearances from alumni bands. The NTU Bands Jam is a great place to perform and connect with like-minded musicians. There will be plenty of opportunities to get up and play - whatever your style. Find out more information about this session here.

Thursday 29 January 2026

Employability Pop-Up - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 11.30am - 1pm

Pop in to find out more about Employability and how they can support you during your time at NTU.

Language Café - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 3pm - 5pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour, or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Creative Writing Socials - City Campus, Boots Library, 5.30pm - 7pm

Everyone is welcome to this fun and friendly social, with writing games and exercises plus time to meet other students from across the university.

Whether you’ve been writing for a while or you’d like to try something new, come along to take your pen for a walk and find out what we’ve got planned for workshops, masterclasses, open mic and publications this year. With poet and WRAP (Writing, Reading and Pleasure.) director Becky Cullen and writers from NTU. To find out more about this event and reserve your place go here.

Friday 30 January 2026

Afternoon Tea - City Global Lounge,  23 Goldsmith Street, 1pm - 4pm

Come along to experience one of the great British traditions - Afternoon Tea! Relax and meet new friends in the Global Lounge while trying some delicious teas and cakes. You can also find out more about the Great Scone Debate and the history of afternoon tea. This session is open for three hours, but you don’t need to stay the whole time. Feel free to drop in and out whenever it suits you.

Cross-Cultural Communication Training - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 1pm - 2pm

Join this opportunity for students to gain and deepen knowledge on how people from differing cultural backgrounds communicate, in similar and different ways among themselves, and how communicate across cultures. Come to learn how to minimize cross-cultural misunderstanding and conflict, and deepen your knowledge of personal identities and how they affect how we see the world. This session also counts towards the NTU Employability Global Award.

NTU Big Band Live - Metronome, Huntingdon Street, Nottingham, NG1 1AP,  7.30pm - 9.30pm

Celebrate the end of the January blues with a night of swing and jazz from NTU Music's award-winning Big Band. Students get £5 tickets! Visit this page to book your tickets.

Monday 2 February 2026

Games Afternoon - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 3pm - 5pm

Come have fun and meet new friends at our weekly Games Afternoon in the Global Lounge. Enjoy a huge variety of cultural quizzes, puzzles, and board games like Uno, Scattergories, Dixit, and more! We also have a Playstation available in the Clifton Global Lounge. In addition to these sessions, you're very welcome to drop by the Global Lounges anytime to play our huge selection of board games.

Games Afternoon - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 3pm - 5pm

Come have fun and meet new friends at our weekly Games Afternoon in the Global Lounge. Enjoy a huge variety of cultural quizzes, puzzles, and board games like Uno, Scattergories, Dixit, and more! We also have a Playstation. In addition to these sessions, you're very welcome to drop by the Global Lounges anytime to play our huge selection of board games.

Big Band Taster Session - City Campus, Music Centre, 6pm - 8pm

If you're looking to play swing and jazz as part of a large and friendly ensemble, our Big Band is the ideal fit. Led by East Midlands-based musician Pete Wraight, you'll meet weekly to learn new pieces and practice those already in the band's repertoire, and have the opportunity to perform at our Big Band Live events. This is paid event, go to this page to find out more information.

Tuesday 3 February 2026

Global Week Information Session - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street 12pm - 2pm

Want to know more about our upcoming Global Week? Have you signed up already to represent your culture, or would like to sign up? This is your change to get all your questions answered to get ready for the biggest cultural celebration at NTU! There's no need to book, just turn up.

Equality and Respect Training - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 2pm - 3pm

Join this interactive session to learn more about what Equality and Respect mean at NTU and beyond, and what you can do to promote an inclusive space.

Language Café - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 5pm - 7pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour, or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Becky's Book Club - City Campus, Boots Library, 5.30pm -  7pm

Join NTU Arts for their weekly Book Club where you’ll chat about all things books – and pick up our reading list titles for free. In this week's book club we'll be discussing Yael Van Der Wouden's The Safekeep. Reserve your spot here.

Wednesday 4 February 2026

Chaplaincy Drop-In -  City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 10am - 12pm

Drop in to chat to NTU's Catholic Chaplain at this relaxed session.

Free Lunchtime Concert - City Campus, University Hall, 1pm - 1.30pm

Join us in University Hall on our City Campus for 30 minutes of glorious free music performed by talented NTU students and staff. These relaxed concerts feature a variety of instruments and music styles. Find out more about event details here.

Crafternoon T-Shirts And Tote Bags,  City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 2pm - 4pm

Unleash your creativity and indulge in a relaxing and mindful crafting experience. Come along to our weekly crafternoons! This session we will be decorating T-shirts and tote bags. Every session has own unique theme, from traditional crafts to contemporary art forms.

Crafternoon T-Shirts And Tote Bags, Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 2pm - 4pm

Unleash your creativity and indulge in a relaxing and mindful crafting experience. Come along to our weekly crafternoons! This session we will be decorating T-shirts and tote bags. Every session has own unique theme, from traditional crafts to contemporary art forms.

The Book Doctors: A New World - Clifton Campus, Clifton Library Reception, 2pm - 4pm

Come and find our friendly and welcoming Book Doctors who’ll prescribe a free book tailored to your interests after a quick consultation. Find  out more about the event here.

Janina Ramirez - 'Legenda' In Conversation - Metronome, Huntingdon Street, Nottingham, NG1 1AP,

7 pm - 11 pm

Join acclaimed historian, broadcaster, and author Dr Janina Ramirez for an evening of lively discussion around her latest book, Legenda. In this special in-conversation event, Janina will explore the hidden lives of medieval women, challenging myths and revealing untold stories from the past. This is paid event, check out this page for more details.

Thursday 5 February 2026

Global Week Information Session - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 2pm - 3pm

Want to know more about our upcoming Global Week? Have you signed up already to represent your culture, or would like to sign up? This is your change to get all your questions answered to get ready for the biggest cultural celebration at NTU! There's no need to book, just turn up.

Language Café - City Global Lounge, 23 Goldsmith Street, 3pm - 5pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour, or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables

Language Café - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 3pm - 5pm

Global Lounges' weekly Language Café lets you practise languages in a relaxed and friendly setting. All languages and levels are welcome, including English. You can join for half an hour, or the full two hours, and you’re welcome to switch between language tables.

Writing Workshop: Myths, Monsters and Magic, City Campus, 5.30pm - 7pm

Join us for a writing workshop based around the theme for this year’s NTU Arts competition: Myths, magic and monsters. Go to this page for more information about the event.

Friday 6 February 2026

Equality and Respect Training - Clifton Global Lounge (Opposite Pavilion), 1pm - 2pm

Join this interactive session to learn more about what Equality and Respect mean at NTU and beyond, and what you can do to promote an inclusive space.

Drama Workshop at Nottingham Playhouse

NTU Arts' monthly drama workshops at Nottingham Playhouse lets you explore performance skills and techniques, acting workshops, and see the creative processes. This session will focus on Shakespearian acting. Find out how to buy tickets here.

Monday 9 February 2026

Digital DJing 3-week course, Music Centre, City Campus, 6 pm - 8 pm

Whether you're simply a music lover curious to give it a go or an aspiring DJ taking your first steps towards playing in front of crowds, our intensive three-week DJing course will help you learn the basics. Led by DJ/producer Joni Newham, expect a relaxed, welcoming and sociable environment. Places are limited so buy your ticket for this course here.

Tuesday 10 February 2026

Playhouse Insights: The Beekeeper of Aleppo - City Campus, meet at Bonington Gallery, 1.45 pm - 3.30 pm

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to meet the team behind Nottingham Playhouse’s powerful production of The Beekeeper of Aleppo. Open to NTU students only. Advanced booking essential - follow this page.

Wednesday 11 February 2026

NTU Arts Fair - City Campus, Central Court, Newton Building, 11 am - 2 pm

Join the friendly NTU Arts team to find out how you can make your NTU experience more creative.  We'll have activities for you to join in with, performances for you to enjoy, and giveaways for you to get your hands on. Discover what's on offer across the city by chatting to our friends from local arts organisations too! Find out more details about this event here.

Thursday 12 February 2026

Seasonal Crafts with Mellonie Page - Clifton Campus, Library Reception, 12 - 2 pm

Join artist Mellonie Page for jewellery making crafts. Using macramé cotton and African fabric, make earrings, bracelets, or necklaces. Learn to wrap, upcycle, and threading, an ancient African technique. The best bit is that you get to keep your creation. Learn more about this event here.

Digital DJing 3-week course, Music Centre, City Campus, 6 pm - 8 pm

Whether you're simply a music lover curious to give it a go or an aspiring DJ taking your first steps towards playing in front of crowds, our intensive three-week DJing course will help you learn the basics. Led by DJ/producer Joni Newham, expect a relaxed, welcoming and sociable environment. Places are limited so buy your ticket onto this course here.

Friday 13 February 2026

Jim Moray Gig - Metronome, Huntingdon Street, Nottingham, NG1 1AP, 7 pm - 11 pm

Join one of the most innovative voices in English folk music, Jim Moray, as he brings his genre-defying sound to Metronome. Jim is known for blending traditional folk with modern production, Moray has been a key figure in the English Folk Revival for over two decades. To book tickets and more about this event go to this page.

Sunday 15 February 2026

Just the Tonic Comedy Club - Geoff Norcott - Metronome, Huntingdon Street, Nottingham, NG1 1AP, 6.45 pm - 11pm

Comedian, author, and broadcaster Geoff Norcott takes to the stage with his brand-new show Basic Bloke 2 – There’s No Bloke Without Fire. To book tickets and more about this event go to this page.

NTU Global Week

Global Week is a vibrant and inspiring festival that showcases our multicultural community on campus every year. Through art, dance, sport, and food, it connects and celebrates the diverse cultural heritages of our students and staff, providing an opportunity for them to broaden their international outlook.

Global Week celebrations will take place 9-13 February 2026.

Academic support

Library support

We understand that studying in the UK can be very different from studying in your home country, so we have dedicated Learning and Teaching Team staff at NTU Library who offer one-to-one support with academic skills, maths, and statistics.

Service they provide include:

Support is available for everyone - make a booking online.

Email libinfodirect@ntu.ac.uk for support.

DIASS Project

Things will be different, both in and outside the classroom and the campus, and getting to know a new culture and language is super exciting but also not always easy. This is why NTU and the Nottingham Institute of Language and Intercultural Communication (NILIC) have developed the DIASS project. DIASS stands for Developing Intercultural Academic Study Skills.

The online self-study course, which consists of eight interactive and fun units, will help you acclimatise to life at NTU and in the UK, prepare you for your academic studies, help you embrace diverse communities and develop your intercultural communication knowledge and skills. It also earns you 25 points towards a global employability award. Once you're enrolled as an NTU student, you'll be able to access this course on the NTU Online Workspace, NOW.