Freshers week will be your official introduction to your University Campus, accommodation and social events. This can seem quite daunting to some, especially if you’re moving away from your friends and family.
But don’t worry, we’re here to help you connect with your fellow course/ flat-mates before you arrive at University, to help make settling-in that little bit easier! Join the conversation today by joining our University Facebook or WhatsApp Group Chats below.
Join your University chat group to connect with your course and flat-mates. You’ll find key information on the latest University news, societies and freshers events.
Join your Whatsapp chat group to connect with your fellow undergraduates starting University in 2024. Useful for discussing student life, course material, enrolment, social activities and more!
Bournemouth boast’s an unrivalled, vibrant nightlife. Freshers week will often be your first experience of the Bournemouth’s mix of bars, restaurants and nightclubs.
There will be many social events and nights out taking place in town, exclusively for new students, which are a fantastic opportunity to make some new friends. Explore the biggest and most popular events below.
Explore the Biggest Events of Bournemouth Freshers Week 2024 here. Getting your ticket early is highly recommended to guarantee entry.
Can’t find the answer here? Message the Bournemouth Freshers Page and a team member will be on hand to assist you.
Your welcome week and arrival date will depend on your University and student accommodation.
Bournemouth freshers week is guaranteed to be packed with some huge events that you do not want to miss! You can find the full line-up of all the biggest events in our ‘Freshers Events’ section. These include all of the best events at Cameo, Halo, o2 Academy, Aruba and more!
Wristband collection details will be announced here by September. If you’ve purchased a wristband, you will also be emailed information about wristband collection location and times closer to Freshers Week.
Yes, you can purchase a ticket or wristband for a friend or family member too. Each ticket comes with a unique barcode that will be scanned upon entry. As long as whoever you’re buying for is using a separate barcode to you, both tickets will be valid. Please note, the ticket DOES NOT need to be in their name.
Yes, bring one to be safe. Most nightclub venues will require you to present a Valid 18+ Government ID such as a Driver’s License or Passport upon entry.
For most events, doors open at 10pm. We advise students to arrive early to avoid lengthy queues and guarantee entry.
COVID19 Protection Policy: We would like our customers to have peace of mind when they purchase from us. Therefore, in the unfortunate case that our freshers events do not take place on the displayed date due to nightclubs/bars still remaining closed: – We will postpone the event until a later date (when nightclubs/bars are reopened & it is safe for us all to party again) & your ticket will STILL BE VALID for that date. – If we are forced to CANCEL the event, we will issue a FULL refund on any ticket or wristband you have purchased.
It couldn’t be easier to find your flat-mates. Simply join the Bournemouth flatmate finder Facebook event and select your accommodation group.
One of the biggest challenges every student faces is sticking to a budget. That’s why it’s important to take advantage of the greatest student offers from your favourite food and retail brands, available exclusively to Bournemouth freshers.
Sign up today and we’ll even send you a FREE Freshers Pack.
Depending on demand and availability throughout the year, we recruit for a wide range of roles. These include brand ambassadors, event staff, blog writers and more! If you’re interested, complete our signup form here. In previous years, our top brand ambassadors made over £2,000 before arriving at University, working from home.
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