Press room

These welcome sessions include explanations of what the validation tests and end-of-term exams are and how they are carried out, and of the continuous assessment and continuous assessment tests. Those attending can also find out about how to view their personal exam record, what the labels are and where to get hold of them, and how the marks are received and recorded. In terms of the UOC services, the sessions provide information on the regional network of support centres and the Virtual Library (which offers access to the University’s extensive catalogue). Finally, those attending are also reminded of the Help Service, which all UOC students can address when they have any doubts, queries or suggestions. These sessions represent a good chance to get to know other students starting up at the UOC at the same time.

Welcome sessions for new students are to be organised in the following places:

Lleida: 2 and 8 March
Sant Feliu: 2 and 11 March
Vilanova: 2 March
Sabadell: 3 March
Vic: 4 March
La Seu d’Urgell: 5 March
Terrassa: 8 March
L’Hospitalet: 9 March
Reus: 9 March
Vilafranca: 10 March
Madrid: 10 March
Valencia: 11 March

Subject presentation: Information and Communication Technologies Skills (ICTS)

Some of the sessions, alongside the presentations from veteran students, are also to involve a tutor from the Information and Communication Technologies Skills (ICTS) subject. These tutors are to offer insights into this core subject, which forms part of all the degrees offered by the UOC, and explain the best ways to manage study time and to keep your computers in optimal conditions.

Manresa: 3 March
Salt: 3 March
Reus 3 March
Vilanova 4 March
Granollers: 4 March
Barcelona: 8 and 10 March
Seville: 9 March
Tortosa: 9 March