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Get Ahead Events

Starting university is a big step on an even bigger journey.

Our Get Ahead events and workshops are here to help you with this transition.  

Get Ahead Summer Series

Prepare for university life with our September event series, both online and in personPoster for Get Ahead Summer Series. Text for all events below on webpage.

Whether you're feeling excited, nervous, or just curious, the Get Ahead Summer Series is designed to support your transition to university. These events offer a chance to connect with current students, ask your questions, explore what life at university is really like, and meet other students joining Queen Mary.

Interested in attending one or more of the events below? Fill out our Expression of Interest form to get updates and be the first to know when registration opens!

Fill in Expression of Interest Form

Summer Series Events

(1) Live Q+A with Current Queen Mary students

Dates:

  • 2 September, 2025 - 3pm - 4pm
  • 11 September 2025 - 5pm - 6pm

Location: Virtual 

Ask anything!

Join our live Q&A sessions with current Queen Mary students and get honest answers about university life. From making friends to managing your schedule, bring your questions or just listen in. This is your chance to hear directly from those who’ve been in your shoes.

(2) Get Ahead Symposium Four students sit around a table talking and laughing

Date: 15 September, 2025 

Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: In person (The Octagon)

Connect, share, and get inspired.

This in-person, half-day event brings together incoming students, current students, and alumni to share experiences and advice. With interactive sessions, games, and free food, it’s a great way to kick off your university journey.

(3) Life as a Student - Board Game Screenshot of board from Life as a Student Board Game

Dates: 

  • 16 September, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
  • 18 September, 2025 - 2pm-3pm

Location: Library Seminar Room

Your first semester... in a game!

Step into your first semester of university through our interactive board game. Experience real-life student scenarios, explore available student services, and discuss interesting topics with other players. It’s informative, relaxed, and a great way to meet new people.

Want to join us?

Fill out our Expression of Interest form to get updates and be the first to know when registration opens!

Fill in Expression of Interest Form

Academic & Study Skills Workshops

Our workshops are designed to help you develop the skills you’ll need to succeed at university.  people in an online group

The Academic Skills Centre offers workshops throughout the year to support you as you continue your transition. Workshop topics include:

  • Getting started and getting organised 
  • Understanding plagiarism and academic integrity
  • Studying at university  
  • Developing your research and information skills for university  
  • Understanding maths and statistics at university 
  • Getting support with reading, writing and statistics 

For more information, including dates/times and how to book, visit the Academic Skills Centre's Teaching and Learning Events Calendar 

Get Ahead Online Courses

Discover our Get Ahead online courses—available year-round and designed for you to complete at your own pace.

University 101

Find out more about what is expected of you at university.

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Information Literacy

Learn how to build essential skills in finding and using information effectively

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Open Access Literature

Access books, research articles and more for free before you start your course.

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Maths and Statistics

Tips on how to improve your maths and statistics skills at university.

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Academic Prep

Learn what you can do to get ready to start your university journey.

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