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Getting The Most Out Of A University Open Day

  • University
  • Posted 9 months ago

We’ve already discussed some Top Tips for University Open Days on our blog, but here we’ll be taking a closer look at how to make the most of open days put on by universities and colleges.

Research

First things first, make your selection of universities that you’d like to attend depending on the courses you wish to take. Bear in mind that the nearest educational establishment to you may not be the best option for exactly what you’re looking for, even though it may be close to the family home, or where your friends are going.

It is a three or four-year course and has the potential to set you up for life in your chosen career – you need to think with your head as well as your heart.

You can use search tools to find open days near you, and once you have a few in mind you will need to ensure that the dates don’t clash. You can search by location, by course and by type of degree.

Planning your visit – Should I stay over?

Some open days will be far away, at the other end of the country and may mean you need to opt for an overnight stay. Book that in advance once you’re settled on the college open days you want to attend. Staying the night in your chosen location will give you a wider picture of the location you’ll be studying in, what it’s like for shopping, bars, restaurants, nightlife, theatre and music venues, as well as all of the libraries and other complexes designed to boost your student life.

Next, make sure you get to your open day as early as possible so it gives you the chance to not only explore the university but the local area where you’ll be spending a large amount of your time too.

You can make the most from your open day by ensuring that you sit in on course lectures, speak to the faculty members, and see what facilities the university is offering when it comes to your hobbies and sports. There may also be talks on offer covering everything from finance to accommodation, so be sure to plan your day considering those too, as they will give much-needed advice.

Consider your course option

The whole of your course should be laid out on the university website, and it should also be clear in your mind about what each section will entail. A one-to-one with the department head or even the lecturers on the course will allow you to unpack what is expected of you on the, and also what the course will give you in return. Make a list of questions to ask if you think you’re likely to forget some important aspects.

Remember that you are paying a large amount of money for this course, so you are well within your rights to ask any questions that you like, on the open day and in follow up correspondence too.

Remember…

Finally, having fun on your open day and feeling relaxed is important. This, along with a solid plan of what you intend to do there, will help you make the most of the day and be open-minded. If you’re going there with a closed mind and on a fault-finding mission, you could very quickly talk yourself out of somewhere which is a great fit for you.

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Learn more about getting more out of your university open day with our post on How To Pick The Right Degree Course.

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