Doctoral research checklist

Before you arrive and on your arrival, there are several important tasks that you need to complete. We have listed them all here for you, along with links to useful information to help you get prepared.

6 weeks to go

  • Find out what accommodation options are available Accommodation
  • Look out for an email containing instructions on accessing your IT credentials and follow the steps IT credentials
  • Set up Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) on your device MFA
  • Using your IT credentials (and a photo that fits our guidelines), register online Register
  • Share any health/disability related requirements for studying via the Disability and Health Portal Share

5 weeks to go

  • Get to know º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Doctoral College Doctoral College
  • Download your FREE student IT software, including Microsoft Office Download

4 weeks to go

  • Register online with a local GP Register
  • Read our pre-departure guide if you are travelling from overseas Guide

3 weeks to go

  • Get to know your new home and find out what’s around on campus Campus
  • Check out our sporting programmes and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport memberships Sport
  • Find out more about Graduate House and where to find it Graduate House
  • Learn more about the Doctoral College induction Induction

2 weeks to go

  • Download the myLboro app and sign in with your IT credentials to access your emails and more App
  • Familiarise yourself with the support available from IT Services IT Services
  • Browse the Doctoral College training and workshop events that are available Training

1 week to go

  • Look at the clubs and societies on offer, as well as LSU sections you might want to get involved with LSU
  • Find out about car parking on campus Parking

The day before you arrive

  • Make sure you know where you’re going and how to reach us Directions
  • Read our tips for keeping safe Tips

Arrival week

  • Collect your student ID card and keep it safe. You’ll need ID ID card
  • If you are an International student and your BRP is not being delivered to the University, collect it from the Post Office Collect
  • Attend the International Student Registration event – don’t forget your passport and visa! Attend