Hi there,
I recommend signing up to societies to meet people. I'm from Coventry University and we get the privilege of signing up to societies, which do not have to be related to the course you study and can sign up to more than one society. Our Student Union also hosts events internally and externally, at restaurants, bubble tea shops, coffee shops, gaming shops and etc, so if your SU does the same time, I recommend attending the events. Even if they are quite late, I'm pretty sure (hopefully) a few of them are alcohol-free events. Additionally, if your able to become a student ambassador, I highly recommend becoming one. It's also a great way to meet people too.
I hope this helps. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Best wishes,
Narusha
Coventry University Student Ambassador.