- 03October 3, 2021
University of Gloucestershire
University of GloucestershireThe Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 2RH, UKOur open days have been designed to inform and inspire you and to help you make the right decision about your next step. We will welcome you on campus where you can: – check out our facilities including our teaching spaces and recreational areas – go on a tour of our accommodation to see where you’d be living if you joined us in halls – attend a course session held by our expert lecturers – meet academics and fellow students interested in the same courses as you – chat with our student ambassadors who are currently learning with us
- 04October 4, 2021No events
- 05October 5, 2021
Royal Veterinary College
The Royal Veterinary CollegeRoyal College Street, Westminster, London, NW1 0TU, UKFollowing the success of Chemistry Champions, we are delighted to bring you Biology Champions. This FREE 6 week course will run on Tuesday evenings between 5:30pm – 6:30pm (BST); commencing on 5th October 2021 (Biology Week). The aims of the programme are to reinforce your passion for Biology, as well as helping with your understanding of Biology at A-Level (and equivalent qualifications). Amongst other topics we will feature content including; anatomy and physiology, ecosystems and the environment, cellular biology and immunology. We will also be joined by guests from the Zoological Society of London, Biochemical Society and Royal College of Pathologists, to explain more about career paths in the biosciences. NB: The content is aimed at Year 12, however Years 10 – 13 (ages 14-18) are welcome to join.
- 06October 6, 2021No events
- 07October 7, 2021No events
- 08October 8, 2021No events
- 09October 9, 2021
University of Plymouth
The University of PlymouthDrake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, UKThere’s a world of opportunity waiting at Plymouth. Discover student life in Britain’s Ocean City with our Open Days! Our Open Days are designed to provide you with the best opportunity to check out our facilities and student accommodation, and to help you to feel confident with your choice of course. Visit our campus in-person to find out what it’s like to be part of our friendly and supportive community. Chat to staff and students about your degree, our accommodation and everything in between.
University of Winchester
The University of WinchesterWest Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 4NR, UKThis Open Event is for students looking to start university in September 2022. You will have the opportunity to find out more about your course for example modules, assessments, teaching, trips and entry requirements. Additionally, you will be guided around our campus using our virtual tour and you will be able to ask some of our current students any questions you might have about Student Life.
University of Southampton
The University of SouthamptonHighfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, UKNo additional detail for this event.
University of Westminster
The University of Westminster101, Westminster, London, W1W 6XH, UKComing to an online open day is the perfect opportunity to get an interactive feel for student life at the University of Westminster. On the day, you’ll get the chance to:
- Speak to our academic staff and attend subject sessions to learn more about the courses we offer.
- Hear first-hand from current students about what it’s like to study at Westminster.
- Check out our excellent facilities on a virtual campus tour.
- Visit the accommodation virtual booth to view our student halls.
During this interactive online event staff will also be on hand throughout the event to answer any questions you may have about wellbeing, student finance, accommodation and where your degree can take you after graduation.
University open days
Going to university open days is an important part of applying to university or college – they can help you work out if you actually want to go to an institution or not! University Open days are run throughout the year, tending to fall into ‘pre-offer’ and ‘post-offer’. Here we’ve listed every single UK university open day (yes really) so you can find that works for you.
Why should you go to a University open day?
University open days can help you narrow down your options, and work out which offers you want to accept. They are also opportunities to visit the place you could potentially live for the next three or so years! They allow you to get a grip of what being a student there would be like, from walks to lectures to events and theatrical societies.
How to choose a university or college
It’s important to research the subject you want to study and look in detail at the course offered by each university. Different unis will differ slightly on what they offer, even if it’s the same subject. Topics can depend on faculty members, so make sure the course actually includes something you want to study!
Think about what type of institution you want to go to. Some are campus-based, some are in towns, and some are spread across a city.
Have a look at what people are saying. Official university or college websites are great places to start, but why not also look at student forums? Here you’ll be able to read real students opinions. Or, if you want something less biased, take a look at our university guides.
But the only way to truly decide whether or not you want to go to a particular university or college is to visit it. Guides and website can only give you so much – you need to visit them to get a real feel for the place.
Before you go
Do some research on each uni before you go, and think about what you want to get out of your time in higher education. If you’re a keen sportsman, for example, it’s worth visiting a uni or college to make sure they have the right sports facilities.
What should you be looking for?
What’s the town or campus like? Can you see yourself going there?
Accommodation. Whilst it is unlikely you will be able to see all the different types of accommodation on your university open day, if you’re planning on living in university accommodation, it’s extremely important you visit a hall so you know what to expect! If you want to go fully catered, visit a fully catered hall of residence. If you’re planning on being self-catered, visit one that is self-catered.
Get the most out of an university open day
What do you want to get out of the university open day? Plan your trip according to these goals.
Don’t hesitate to ask questions.
Take a look around the campus/ town/ city.