Still deciding which course to take? Or at which University? Or maybe you know exactly what you are looking for and want to have a look around. Going to a range of university open days can really help you make all that important decisions. We have put together some top tips to help you get the most out of your visits.
Explore
Take a look at what facilities there are. This includes educational facilities such as libraries and study areas, social facilities such as restaurants and cafes. student cafes. student associations, medical centre and so on.
Tour guides can show you around the campus, departments and some available accommodation. This will allow you to see what the university is like first-hand.
Clubs and societies
Remember, being actively involved in extra-curricular may help with your employment in the future. Choosing the right university for your course is top priority, but what about the other things it can offer you?
All universities will have clubs and societies, normally run by the students' association, that cover a wide range of interests. Keep an eye out for any that fits you most.
Talk to current students
Most courses will have student representatives at an open day, and they'll be there to talk to potential applicants. So, ask them questions! Find out what they think about the course and maybe ask them what it's like as a student at that particular university, too.
Some questions to ask are:
- - What has been the best thing about university for you? And the worst?
- - What is your course like, are you enjoying it?
- - Are the tutors and lecturers on this course inspirational?
- - What is the teaching and support like?
- - Does the local area accommodate for students?
- - What is the student social scene like?
- - Are you happy with your accommodation, and how easy was it to secure?
Questions to ask university staff
Lecturers and most of other university staff on ground are there to answer your questions. Don't be afraid to ask! Find out if the course you want to study will include some of your specific interests. Some good questions to ask are:
- - How much tutor support will I receive?
- - If I don't meet the grades, is there still a chance I could be offered a place?
- - What will make me stand out on my application?
- - Will there be interviews before I am offered a place?
- - What careers support is there?
- - Where could my degree lead me, and how will this university help me get there?
Are you ready? Click the banner to find out more on our upcoming MSU Open Day.
Still deciding which course to take? Or at which University? Or maybe you know exactly what you are looking for and want to have a look around. Going to a range of university open days can really help you make all that important decisions. We have put together some top tips to help you get the most out of your visits.
Explore
Take a look at what facilities there are. This includes educational facilities such as libraries and study areas, social facilities such as restaurants and cafes. student cafes. student associations, medical centre and so on.
Tour guides can show you around the campus, departments and some available accommodation. This will allow you to see what the university is like first-hand.
Clubs and societies
Remember, being actively involved in extra-curricular may help with your employment in the future. Choosing the right university for your course is top priority, but what about the other things it can offer you?
All universities will have clubs and societies, normally run by the students' association, that cover a wide range of interests. Keep an eye out for any that fits you most.
Talk to current students
Most courses will have student representatives at an open day, and they'll be there to talk to potential applicants. So, ask them questions! Find out what they think about the course and maybe ask them what it's like as a student at that particular university, too.
Some questions to ask are:
- - What has been the best thing about university for you? And the worst?
- - What is your course like, are you enjoying it?
- - Are the tutors and lecturers on this course inspirational?
- - What is the teaching and support like?
- - Does the local area accommodate for students?
- - What is the student social scene like?
- - Are you happy with your accommodation, and how easy was it to secure?
Questions to ask university staff
Lecturers and most of other university staff on ground are there to answer your questions. Don't be afraid to ask! Find out if the course you want to study will include some of your specific interests. Some good questions to ask are:
- - How much tutor support will I receive?
- - If I don't meet the grades, is there still a chance I could be offered a place?
- - What will make me stand out on my application?
- - Will there be interviews before I am offered a place?
- - What careers support is there?
- - Where could my degree lead me, and how will this university help me get there?
Are you ready? Click the banner to find out more on our upcoming MSU Open Day.