New to uni or the UK? NAVIGATE brings students together for fun, connections, useful tips and a great start to university life!

Welcome to NAVIGATE 2026! 🎓✨

Starting university is a new adventure, especially when you’re also adjusting to a new city or a new country. NAVIGATE: A Freshers’ Welcome, hosted by CCI Sheffield, is designed to help you find your feet, meet new people, grow in faith and start your university journey with confidence.

Whether you’re new to Sheffield, new to the UK, or simply looking to connect with other students, NAVIGATE is a welcoming space to meet people, build meaningful friendships and discover a community where you can belong and grow.

What can you expect?

🎉 Games & Fun Activities – Break the ice, get involved and enjoy yourself.

🤝 Meet & Connect – Meet students from different universities, courses, countries and backgrounds and build genuine connections.

🎓 Navigate University Life – Get practical tips on adjusting to studying and university life in the UK.

💼 Jobs & Careers – Pick up useful insights on finding part-time jobs, CVs, interviews and preparing for your career.

🏠 Navigate Life in the UK – Hear practical tips on money, accommodation, transport and settling into life in the UK.

🙏 Faith & Purpose – Be encouraged to navigate this new season with God, stay grounded in your faith and live with purpose throughout your university journey.

💬 Real Conversations & Q&A – Hear from students and professionals who have been there, ask your questions and learn from their experiences.

🍽️ Food & Refreshments – Because no Freshers’ Welcome is complete without good food!

🌍 Find Your Community – Discover opportunities to build meaningful friendships, connect with a faith community and find people to journey through university life with.

Whether you’re coming alone or bringing a friend, you’re welcome. You don’t need to know anyone beforehand. NAVIGATE is about helping you settle in, build meaningful connections, grow in faith and make the most of this new chapter.

Find your feet. Find your people. Find your purpose.

We can’t wait to welcome you! 🚀

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