Our Undergraduate Open Days are for anyone interested in studying for an undergraduate degree with us.
Open Days are a great opportunity to find out more about your course, meet staff and students, and look around campus, but there are some other great reasons to come to our Open Days – here are just a few.
1. Take a look at our amazing facilities
A key part of an Undergraduate Open Day is to look around our campuses and see the facilities for yourself. We offer regular campus tours throughout the day delivered by our friendly Student Ambassadors – make sure to ask them lots of questions! Tours are available at both City Campus and the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter's, and the free shuttle bus will be available every 15 minutes to travel between the two. Some subject talks will also be followed by a specific facilities tour delivered by an academic who teaches on your course.
We’re proud of our incredible facilities and we think you’ll be impressed. Keep an eye out for:
- Virtual Production facilities – see the brand new, cutting-edge technology in the David Puttnam Media Centre and learn why we're 1st in the UK for Film Production and Photography courses (Guardian University Guide, 2023)
- David Goldman Technology Centre – see demos of our computing and engineering equipment and visit the new home of the Northern Centre of Photography
- The Living Lab and Helen McArdle House – check out the demos in the mock hospital wards and see our simulation suites
- Our new Anatomy Centre – where you can have a go on the anatomage table
- CitySpace – visit the brand new home of our Students' Union. You can also drop by the gym for a free induction!
2. We'll provide the freebies
Not only will you come away from our Undergraduate Open Day armed with information, you'll also be taking home a goody bag full of freebies! Depending on your chosen course and the campus event you attend, you can expect to collect a range of sustainable merchandise, from a reusable cup to a mini first-aid kit.
3. View our accommodation
If you’re planning to move away from home, you’ll want to see the student accommodation we have to offer. We often provide tours to Panns Bank and Scotia Quay which are closer to the Sir Tom Cowie Campus, with riverside views available. All sites are self-catered with fully equipped kitchens and onsite cashless laundry facilities.
Head to the tour booking stand after you check in to book your place, then head to the bus stop to catch the shuttle bus. You’ll be guided by a member of staff who’ll show you where you need to go and keep you right when it's time to head back to campus.
4. Explore our fantastic city
If you're coming from further afield and aren't familiar with what Sunderland has to offer, coming to an Open Day is the perfect opportunity to explore our city as after all, it could be somewhere you're calling home for the next few years. Take some time to walk around Mowbray Park or along the beach or grab a bite to eat at one of the many cafés and restaurants. You'll soon see why our students love it here so much!
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5. Learn more about student finance and scholarships
Attending our Open Days will give you the chance to find out more about what student finance you could be eligible for, including the undergraduate scholarships and bursaries we offer. We run talks covering everything you need to know, and we recommend going along to make sure you get all the necessary information. Our Student Finance team will also have their own stand, so you can speak to them directly and they'll answer any questions you might have.
These are just some of the fantastic reasons why you should join us at our next Undergraduate Open Day. Keep checking our Open Day pages for further information about future events. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Published: 31 July 2024