Events in August

Sat 30th August

Watt-A-Win
noon - 6pm
Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Come and see what prize our Vending Machine will give you!
Introduction to Freshers Week
3pm - 3:30pm
Zeros, Edinburgh
This Freshers Kick-off presentation is a must to get the most out of Freshers Week!
Introduction to Freshers Week
6pm - 6:30pm
Zeros, Edinburgh
This Freshers Kick-off presentation is a must to get the most out of Freshers Week!
Get Oot Your Rooms and Go To Spoons
7pm - 11pm
Wetherspoons , Galashiels
Head to Wetherspoon in Galashiels with your new flatmates for a relaxed evening of icebreakers and chats. Don't forget to register for the FREE taxi by clicking this link
Let the Games Begin
7pm - 1am
Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Start Freshers Week the chilled way with our laid-back opening night, where the name of the game is… games!

Sun 31st August

Watt-A-Win
noon - 6pm
Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Come and see what prize our Vending Machine will give you!
Introduction to Freshers Week
3pm - 3:30pm
Zeros, Edinburgh
This Freshers Kick-off presentation is a must to get the most out of Freshers Week!
Introduction to Freshers Week
6pm - 6:30pm
Zeros, Edinburgh
This Freshers Kick-off presentation is a must to get the most out of Freshers Week!
White Shirt Party
7:30pm - 11pm
Multi-Purpose Room , Galashiels
Grab a white shirt and some pens – it’s time for the ultimate Freshers tradition!
Launch Party - Free T-Shirt
10pm - 3am
Zeros, Edinburgh
Get ready to blast off

Mon 1st September

Sports Union Activity - Tours & Tasters
1st September 9am - 9th September 10pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come take a tour of Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre, or join in with any & all of our Sport Clubs' Tasters!
Enrolment and Student Support Event - Edinburgh Campus
1st September 9:30am - 12th September 4pm
Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Heriot-Watt University will be enrolling new students at our event in the GRID Building (Inspire and Collaborate 1) from Monday 1 September to Friday 12 September from 9:30am-4pm.
Enrolment and Student Support Event - Scottish Border Campus
1st September 9:30am - 12th September 4pm
Heriot-Watt University, Galashiels
Heriot-Watt University will be enrolling new students at our Enrolment and Student Support Event on the 3rd floor of the High Mill Building from Monday 1 September to Friday 12 September.
Pots and Pans Recycling Scheme
9:30am - 3:30pm
Chaplaincy, Edinburgh
Need homeware? Come to the Chaplaincy to collect free available kitchen items.
Oriam Tours
11am - noon
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come take a tour of Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre! Please meet at Oriam reception 5 minutes before start time.
Active Campus Tour
noon - 12:45pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
ACT
Body Pump - Fitness Class
12:15pm - 1pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come and try a Body Pump fitness class in Studio 1!
Fitness Inductions (Women)
12:30pm - 1pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come and book in for a fitness induction with Jordan!
Gala Shop Crawl
1:15pm - 6pm
Gateway Building Reception , Galashiels
Join us for a guided walk through Gala’s high street and discover all the essentials (and hidden gems)!
Enrolment and Student Support Event - Orkney Campus
3pm - 4pm
Heriot-Watt University, Orkney
Heriot-Watt University will be enrolling new students at our Enrolment and Student Support Event at the Main Reception of the Robert Rendall Building on Monday 1 September from 3-4pm.
School Mixer: EGIS
3pm - 4pm
Zeros, Edinburgh
Ready to meet students studying in your School?
Freshers' Week Bowling
4:45pm - 8pm
Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Line 'em up and knock 'em down! Get to know your fellow Freshers over a game of bowling.
Football Men's Taster
5:30pm - 7pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Football taster session on the Indoor Synthetic!
Grit - Fitness Class
6pm - 6:45pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come and try a Grit fitness class in Studio 1!
Scottish Evening
6:30pm - 8pm
Chaplaincy, Edinburgh
Visit the Chaplaincy to find out more about all things Scotland.
Mario Kart Tournament
7pm - 11pm
Multi-purpose room, Galashiels
Race your way to victory at our all-out Mario Kart showdown in the MPR. No driving licence required!
Football Women's Taster
8:30pm - 10pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Football women's taster session on the Indoor Synthetic!
90's Night
10pm - 3am
Zeros, Edinburgh
Freshers 90's Club Night – Back to the Old Skool!

Tue 2nd September

Oriam Tours
11am - noon
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come take a tour of Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre! Please meet at Oriam reception 5 minutes before start time.
Welcome to Scotland
11am - 1pm
Advice Hub,
Drop by the Advice Hub to enjoy a taste of Scottish goodies and have a look at our guides to Scotland. From tasting shortbread to sipping Irn Bru, to finding out what Scotland's national animal is, we've got you covered!
Active Campus Tour
noon - 12:45pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
An active tour around the Edinburgh campus!
Zumba - Fitness Class
12:15pm - 1pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come and try a Cycle fit fitness class in the Spin Studio!
Soup Lunch
12:30pm - 2pm
Chaplaincy, Edinburgh
Visit the Chaplaincy to enjoy the free homemade soups on offer.
Fitness Inductions (Mixed)
12:30pm - 1pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come and book in for a fitness induction with Josh!
Campus Tour with the Chaplaincy
2pm - 3pm
Chaplaincy, Edinburgh
This campus tour will start at the Chaplaincy and explore the services in our main campus building.
Paint Your Tote
2:30pm - 5pm
Multi- purpose Room, Galashiels
Get crafty and paint your own custom tote bag in this relaxed creative session.
Welcome and Wellbeing Hub
3pm - 4pm
Wellbeing Services Office, Edinburgh
Explore wellbeing services.
Oriam Tours
3pm - 4pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come take a tour of Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre! Please meet at Oriam reception 5 minutes before start time.
School Mixer: SoSS & Global College
3pm - 4pm
Zeros, Edinburgh
Ready to meet students studying in your School?
Scotland Day Activities
3pm - 6pm
Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Celebrate the spirit of Scotland with face paint, photo ops, and a legendary hunt for the elusive haggis!
Freshers Week Edinburgh Walking Tour
3:30pm - 7:30pm
Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Uncover Edinburgh's stories of Crime and Punishment. An Edinburgh local guide will take you on a walking tour of the city, following the stories of crimes, hangings, and jail time!
Unwind and Design
3:30pm - 4:45pm
Chaplaincy, Edinburgh
Join us for a craft session at the Chaplaincy.
Pilates - Fitness Class
6:45pm - 7:30pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Come and try a Pilates fitness class in the Studio 1!
Ceilidh (Early)
7pm - 8pm
Zeros, Edinburgh
Let's get dancing...the Scottish way!
Freshers' Week Scottish Storytelling (Early)
7pm - 8pm
Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Ready to learn about Nessie? Join us for a session of storytelling to discover Scottish myths, folklore, and classic stories, as they were meant to be told!
Movie Night
7pm - 9:30pm
Chaplaincy, Edinburgh
Head on down to the Chaplaincy for a fun movie night.
Pub Quiz
7pm - 11pm
MacArts, Galashiels
Join our legendary Freshers Pub Quiz at MacArts – wild questions, good laughs and bragging rights up for grabs!
Football Match - Heriot-Watt Men's 1 V Bathgate Thistle
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Oriam, Edinburgh
Football Match - Heriot-Watt Men's 1 V Arniston Rangers on Pitch 1!
Whisky Tasting
8pm - 9:30pm
Libertys, Edinburgh
Scottish Whisky Tasting Experience
Ceilidh (Late)
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Zeros, Edinburgh
Let's get dancing...the Scottish way!
Freshers' Week Scottish Storytelling (Late)
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Student Union, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
Scottish myths, folklore, and classic stories, as they were meant to be told!
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