Undergraduate Open Day Drop In
Programme
#NUOpenDay
4 December 2019 2.30 - 6.30pm
Welcome! Welcome to Northumbria University, we are delighted that you are considering studying here and are pleased to welcome you on campus for our Open Day. Open Days are a great opportunity to find out more about why we are a research-rich, business-focussed, professional university with a global reputation for academic excellence. Discover the range of support services we offer our
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students, as well as enjoying the vibrant student community that we have here in Newcastle. Be sure to talk to our staff and students and ask lots of questions while you are here. We hope you enjoy your day! Northumbria University Open Day Team ug.events@northumbria.ac.uk 0191 227 4275
We recommend that you arrive at least 30 minutes before your first talk or activity to give yourself time to check in at one of our Registration points. Please note that information, advice and guidance received at the Open Day is accurate as of today, and is subject to change as we review our courses and our offers to ensure that you are receiving the best possible educational experience. Our website is the most up to date place to review our information.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit Check-in Register and collect your Open Day programme, bag and parents’ pack, then take a look around the Central Exhibition. As there is so much to see we recommend that you arrive early, Registration and the Central Exhibition are open from 14:30.
Plan Your Day Use this guide to decide what you want to see and plan your visit to maximise your time with us.
Welcome Talk Find out why you should choose to study at Northumbria at our University Executive Welcome.
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Subject Drop In Discover more information about the courses you are interested in and talk to academics and current students on the Department stands. Accommodation All new students are guaranteed a room in our student accommodation; some of our accommodation is open to view on the day, so see where you could be living next year.
Chat to Students Talk to our Event Reps about what it is like to be a current student living and studying here. They are on hand to guide you around the Campus and answer your questions; they are in black t-shirts with Ask Me on the front.
Getting Here Travelling by Road The A1 passes through Newcastle, linking the area to London and the South, Scotland and other major routes across the country. The A69 heads west to Carlisle, the Lake District and, via the M6, Wales and the West of England. City Campus is situated in the heart of Newcastle city centre, follow the signs for City Centre and A167.
Newcastle has excellent transport links from across the UK and globally, by road, rail, air and sea. Once in Newcastle we have an extensive public transport system, which includes the Metro, Tyneside’s urban light railway system.
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Parking Unfortunately there is no parking available at City Campus during the week, so here are some local car parks you could use: • John Dobson Street – NE1 8HL – validate your ticket at our Security stand in the Central Exhibition for a discounted rate.
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MEA House – NE1 8SX College Street – NE1 8JG Civic Centre – NE2 1DF Manors – NE1 2LA
Travelling by Rail Newcastle Central Station is on a number of main rail lines, including LNER, TransPennine, Cross Country and Northern. To reach City Campus by foot will take approximately 15-minutes, alternatively we have a shuttle bus between 08.30 and 11.00 from Central Station to City Campus, or you can take the Metro to Haymarket. To reach Coach Lane Campus take the Metro to Four Lane Ends which is then a 10-minute walk to the Campus.
Useful information Don’t worry if you forgot to ask us something while you were here, you can always contact us at a later date. Ask4Help 0191 227 4646 ask4help@northumbria.ac.uk Applicant Services 0191 406 0901 bc.applicantservices@northumbria.ac.uk Accommodation 0191 227 4209 rc.accommodation@northumbria.ac.uk Student Life and Wellbeing 0191 227 4127 sv.disability@northumbria.ac.uk as.counsellingandmentalhealth@northumbria.ac.uk sv.welfareandinternational@northumbria.ac.uk
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Security and First Aid on Campus For any incidents or injuries whilst on campus please contact the Ask for Help or Security stands in the Central Exhibition or call 0191 227 3999. Wi-Fi on Campus If you are a visitor to the University you can access Wi-Fi via The Cloud as Wi-Fi Guest, then follow the instructions. Remember to take plenty of pictures and share your experiences with us on social media using using #NUOpenDay.
Please be aware that photography and/or filming may take place at events held on campus. Our films and photographs are used by Northumbria University in digital and printed material to help us to communicate our work to the public. We typically retain photography and film material for a period of two years. If you do not wish to be included, please let the film crew or photographer know.
General Sessions and Tours Session
Description
Time
Venue
Registration and Refreshments
Register at the welcome desk and grab refreshments
2.30 – 6.30pm
CCE1 Foyer
University Executive Welcome
A welcome to Northumbria from a senior leader, explaining who we are and why you should choose to study at Northumbria.
3.30 – 4.00pm
CCE1 002
Understanding Student Finance
An opportunity to hear undergraduate student funding explained, as well as ask any questions you may have for our student finance experts.
4.15 – 4.45pm
CCE1 002
Tours
Take a tour of City Campus or visit some of our facilities and accommodation while you are here.
Campus Tours
A student-led walking tour of the campus. (allow 45 minutes)
2.30 – 6.30pm
Leaving from the Tours Desk in CCE1 Foyer
Sport Central Tours
A student-led walking tour of the award winning facilities in Sport Central.
2.30 – 6.30pm
Leaving from the Tours Desk in CCE1 Foyer
Self-guided Library Tours
Visitors are welcome to look around the Library at their leisure, with staff on hand to answer any questions.
2.30 – 6.30pm
Leaving from the Tours
See the map for locations, call in at your leisure or visit the Accommodation stand in the Central Exhibition for a student guide.
2.30 – 6.30pm
Leaving from the Tours Desk in CCE1 Foyer or Accommodation stand
2.30 – 6.30pm
Leaving from the Tours Desk in CCE1 Foyer
Accommodation Open Houses
Desk in CCE1 Foyer
Accommodation open today: Camden Court Glenamara House New Bridge Street
Students' Union Tours
Visit Northumbria University Students' Union and take a tour of the facilities.
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Department
Courses Included
Time
Applied Sciences
Applied Science Foundation Year Biology Biomedical Sciences Biochemistry Food Science and Nutrition Chemistry Forensic Science Forensic Science with Criminology Medicine Pathway Programme
All Department stands are available to drop in to chat to academics and current students between 2.30 - 6.30pm
Architecture and Built Environment
Architecture Architecture and Built Environment Foundation Year Building Surveying Interior Architecture Quantity Surveying Real Estate
Business
Accounting Business Foundation Year Business Management Business with International Management Business with Logistics and Supply Chain Management Business with Marketing Management Business with Tourism Management Charted Manager Degree Apprenticeship Entrepeneurial Business Management
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Department
Courses Included
Business (continued)
Finance and Investment Management Human Resources Management International Business Management Marketing Management Tourism and Events Management
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer and Digital Forensics Computing and Information Technology Foundation Year Computer Networks and Cyber Security Computer Science Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence Computer Science with Games Development Computer Science with Web Development Information Technology Management for Business
Design
3D Design Design for Industry Design Foundation Year Fashion Fashion Communication Fashion Design and Marketing Graphic Design Interaction Design Interior Design
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Time All Department stands are available to drop in to chat to academics and current students between 2.30 - 6.30pm
Department
Courses Included
Geography and Environmental Sciences
Environmental Scence Geography Geography and Environmental Sciences Fdn Year Physical Geography
Humanities
American Studies English Language English Literature Creative Writing History and Politics Humanities Foundation Year Music Music Foundation Year
Law
Law Law Foundation Year
Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mathematics Physics Physics with Astrophysics
Mechanical and Construction Engineering
Automotive Engineering Civil Engineering Construction Engineering Management Engineering Foundation Year Mechanical Engineering
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Time All Department stands are available to drop in to chat to academics and current students between 2.30 - 6.30pm
Department
Courses Included
Nursing, Midwifery and Health
Healthcare Foundation Year Midwifery Nursing Studies Operating Department Practice (ODP)
Pyschology
Pyschology Pyschology with Criminology Pyschology Foundation Year
Social Sciences
Criminology Sociology International Relations and Politics Professional Policing Social Sciences Foundation Year
Social Work, Education and Community Wellbeing
Childhood and Early Years Studies Guidance and Counselling Integrated Health and Social Care Occupational Therapy (OT) Primary Education Social Work
Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation
Applied Sport and Exercise Science Applied Sport Science with Coaching Sport Coaching Sport Development Sport Exercise and Nutrition Sport Management Sport Development and Management Foundation Year Physiotherapy
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Time All Department stands are available to drop in to chat to academics and current students between 2.30 - 6.30pm
Explore the City and the Region Be inspired at the internationally renowned BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, one of Northumbria’s many cultural partners in the North East, or take in a concert at the Sage Gateshead on the banks of the River Tyne.
Welcome to Newcastle, a famously friendly, vibrant and exciting city; regularly voted one of the best cities in the UK for students. Also voted the top place in the world for travellers to visit in 2018 by Rough Guides. You’ll find outstanding culture, fantastic shopping, world-famous heritage, and stunning coastlines and countryside right here on your doorstep.
Visit the Tyneside Cinema – a unique, independent cinema where Northumbria students and staff enjoy screenings, discussions and events. It’s a great place for a drink and a bite to eat, if you don’t have time for a screening.
directors, production and technical staff to develop new creative work and education programmes. If you are staying overnight and have more time to explore, visit newcastlegateshead.com for places to stay and more things to see while you are here.
Or see a show at the Theatre Royal or Live Theatre, internationally recognised as a great place for new writing talent. At Live Theatre, Northumbria students can work with 11