Welcome to Southampton!

Questions 1-12: About the University

Using Website #1:

Which Faculty will you become a member of?

• Arts and Humanities

• Engineering and Physical Sciences

• Environmental and Life Sciences

• Social Sciences

Answer explanation

This is Jo Swaffield, the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences.

In English universities:

The Chancellor is the official head of the University (Southampton has two joint Chancellors)

The Vice-Chancellor is the most senior manager

A Dean is the head of a faculty

A Professor is the head of a department

A Lecturer is a teacher

Using your subject website (Websites 2a/2b):

How many optional modules are there?

• None

• Less than 5

• Between 5-10

• Over 10

Answer explanation

In chat, say which one would be your number one choice.

Using Website #3:

Who will give you extra help in your subject area?

• Your excitement librarian

• Your engagement librarian

• Your energetic librarian

• Your effervescent librarian

Answer explanation

The librarians at Southampton are brilliant: they are friendly, patient and are really keen to help. You'll love them but you don't have to marry them!

Using Website #4:

How many referencing styles are included?

• 9

• 10

• 11

• 12

Answer explanation

Though you used the 'Harvard' style in WT and RT, your Department may not use this style. Click on 'Find your style' on Website #2.

Using Website #5:

If you're feeling sad or worried which building can you find some friendly support?

• 37

• 38

• 39

• 40

Answer explanation

The 'Student Hub' in Building 37 offers a whole range of help and support. Visit when you get to Southampton to see what it can offer.

Southampton University Students' Union (SUSU)

Using Website #6:

How many 'Ways to Connect' are listed?

• 1-2

• 3-4

• 5-6

• 7-8

Answer explanation

The International Students' Network may also be worth a visit.

Which adjective is used to describe new university students?

• Keen

• Green

• Fresh

• Best

Answer explanation

'Freshers' Week' is a fun time to make new friends. You'll only experience it once, so make the most of it.

Using Website #6:

When's the Freshers' Party?

• Friday 19 September

• Saturday 20 September

• Sunday 21 September

• Monday 22 September

Answer explanation

Remember your lecture the next day!

Using Website #6:

How many 'Art, Music and Film' teams are there?

• 8

• 9

• 10

• 11

Using Website #6:

Which 'Culture and International' team started in London?

• Association of British and Chinese University Students (ABACUS)

• Habesha Society

• Hong Kong Public Affairs and Social Service Society

• Telugu Society

Answer explanation

Habesha culture - represented by people from Ethiopia and Eritrea - are just one of the many ethnic and cultural groups you could get to know.