Welcome to your course
We are delighted to welcome you to the Biomedical Sciences (Haematology) MSc course at the School of Life Sciences , and congratulations for enrolling on this exciting programme.
Welcome to the School of Life Sciences
Welcome to the School of Life Sciences and to the start of what we know will be an amazing new chapter in your life. We will do everything we can to make you feel at home and to support you through all of your studies in the School.
Our community here is large and diverse, mirroring the population of London itself. There are students from a very wide range of countries and backgrounds, taking courses from Foundation degree to PhD level. We know that you will find this an exciting place to make friends and develop your ambitions.
Whichever of our exciting courses you are joining, we want you to ask questions of your lecturers and support staff. We also want you to know that you are now an important part of a vibrant scientific community whose work has the potential to change the world for the better.
We hope that you will enjoy being based at our Cavendish building with its new laboratory space, large range of equipment, and location in an excellent part of central London.
Please ensure that you attend all the events on the induction timetable for your course. You will complete the important formalities of enrolment, but you will also begin working with your course tutors and tutor groups, find out about the University, and meet your fellow students. We would also encourage you to join at least one of our student societies – there are opportunities to pursue interests related to your subject area or to try something new – or to do both!
Collecting your ID card and completing enrolment
As part of your induction and to complete your enrolment, you'll need to collect your student ID card.
Your time slot for collection is:
3pm, Friday 13 September 2024
Marylebone Campus
For more information about enrolment, including related FAQs, visit our Enrolment for new students page.
Course induction schedule
Your course induction events may take place online or on campus – check the details for each event below.
The timing and venue for events may change, so double check this page closer to the date.
Welcome to the School of Life Sciences with Prof Alistair Mathie (Head of School)
10-10.15am
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Personal tutoring with Dr Steve Davis
10.15-10.45am
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Disability support with Dr Claire Robertson
10.45–11.15am
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Research in the School of Life Sciences with Prof Louise Thomas
11.15–11.45am
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Careers services - Westminster Employability award
11.45am–12.15pm
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Lunch break
12.30-1.30pm
PG research methods and PG project with Dr Cathy Moore and Dr Emanuela Volpi
1.30-2.30pm
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Studying for academic success with Dr Katherine Mansfield (Centre for Education and Teaching Innovation)
2-2.30pm
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Health and safety
2.30-3pm
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Social with alumni and staff members
3-5pm
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Course welcome, meet the teaching team, choosing options and project fare
10am-1pm
C1.15-16, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
Lunch
1-2pm
C1.03, 115 New Cavendish St, London W1 6UW
British Sign Language taster session (optional)
2–3pm
C1.05, 115 New Cavendish Street, London, W1W 6UW
College PG social (optional)
5.30–7.30pm
Fyvie Hall, 309 Regent St, London W1B 2HW
Course resources
Blackboard
Blackboard is our online learning platform, which you'll be able to log in to after you've set up your University email address and password.
Teaching timetables
Teaching starts in the week commencing Monday 20 January and you can check your teaching timetable to see when and where your classes are being held.
Course handbook
Full details on the course structure, modules and course team are included in the course handbook, which can be found on Blackboard.
Support and services
Welcome to Westminster
Visit our Welcome to Westminster page for everything you need to get started at Westminster.
Student Centre
If you need help with enrolment or have any questions, email our Student Centre Team at [email protected] or contact them via the live chat on this page.
Academic English
If you'd like to hone your academic English skills, watch our Academic English for Disciplinary Study Module video for starters and consider joining one of our Academic English Modules. If you have any questions, get in touch with the Academic English team at [email protected].