Welcome events for Life Sciences postgraduate students

Your first steps at University of Dundee: What to expect, and when

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Welcome message

Welcome to the School of Life Sciences! We are thrilled to have you join our vibrant community of scholars, researchers, and innovators.

As you embark on your Master’s journey, you are stepping into an environment dedicated to excellence in education and pioneering research. Our world-class faculty and state-of-the-art facilities provide a nurturing space for you to explore the complexities of life.

Here at Dundee, you will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning experiences, collaborate on groundbreaking research projects, and develop the skills necessary to address some of the most pressing challenges in the life sciences today. Whether you are passionate about biochemistry, molecular sciences, biomedical sciences, bio-business or any of the diverse fields within life sciences or in the biotech/pharma sector, our Master’s programmes are designed to support and inspire you.

Beyond academics, the School of Life Sciences offers a supportive and inclusive community. We encourage you to take advantage of the various student societies, workshops, and events that will enrich your university experience. Forge lasting friendships and immerse yourself in the dynamic culture of our school.

Remember, your journey at the University of Dundee is just beginning, and endless possibilities await you. We are excited to see the unique contributions you will bring to our community and the impact you will make on the world.

Once again, welcome to the School of Life Sciences. Here’s to a successful, inspiring, and transformative time at Dundee!

Dr Paul Davies
Interim Dean of School of Life Sciences

Matriculation (registration)

Matriculation is where you officially register as a student with the University of Dundee, to allow you to attend classes and access facilities such as the Library and My Dundee. You'll be asked to matriculate at the start of every academic year while you are a student.

  • Before you start your course we will send an email to your student email address with a link to eVision.
  • You will be asked to complete a series of steps to confirm some information we hold about you, or enter this information if it was not supplied in your application.
  • Please also take a moment to make sure your address details are correct and up to date. Even if you are staying in temporary accommodation we will need local contact details - your address can be updated in eVision later if you move.
  • You will also need to agree to the University’s Code of Conduct and Declaration.
  • The final stage of the task will confirm you are a fully matriculated student with the University.

You will be able to check your matriculation status via the Student Profile tab.

Read our guide on matriculation for new and continuing students

Your student ID card

Have you uploaded your photo to eVision?

We will tell you how to collect your physical student ID card, which:

  • verifies your status as a student of the University of Dundee
  • provides access to the library and other buildings as required
  • entitles you to a range of student discounts

Once you have received it, you should carry it with you and produce it on request at any time while you are on the University campuses. You should not let anyone else use it.

Induction events

All students

Timetables will be available in your personal timetable available in your eVision account. Make sure to have your computer and phone set to British Standard Time (BST), to avoid any confusion.

Monday 16 September

Welcome to Dundee and Introduction to Life Sciences with Programme Lead

Make sure you attend this session (and other timetabled sessions) in person; important information will be discussed.

Introduction to BS51007 module with Module Manager Dr Jens Januschke

Tuesday 17 September

Introduction to the BS51009 module with Module Manager Dr Joost Zomerdijk

Thursday 19 September

Introduction to BS51008 module with Module Manager Professor Tom Owen-Hughes

Bio-Business students

  • For students on the MSc Biomedical and Molecular Sciences with Business/Entrepreneurship/Management/Marketing programmes

In addition to the sessions outlined above for all students, those enrolled in the MSc Biomedical and Molecular Sciences with Business/Entrepreneurship/Management/Marketing programmes (Bio-business students) will receive an introduction to Business, Entrepreneurship, Management, and Marketing. This will be covered in components 3, 4, 5, and 6 of the Business School module BU51033 - Moving Up to Business, for which you will be registered during week 1 only.

The timetable is provided below. Please note that these sessions are for informational purposes only, and you will not be assessed on this module content. However, the information presented may help you in selecting your Business School modules.

Tuesday 17 September

BU51033 - Management (component 4) - S Farooqi

Wednesday 18 September

BU51033 - Marketing (comp. 5) - S Schreven

Thursday 19 September

BU51033 - Entrepreneurship and Bus. (comp. 6) - A Hassan

Friday 20 September

BU51033 - Managing business data (comp. 3) - B Russell

Please check timetable for any amendments.

International students

Wednesday 18 September

School of Life Sciences welcome event

Refreshments will be served. Please come and join us.

These induction events are specific to your course. Find Welcome events for the whole University community

Teaching start date

  • Monday 16 September

Read our guide on viewing and understanding your timetable

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