UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD
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2016 Open Day Provisional Programme
Saturday 17 September
Welcome to our Open Day Choosing a university is a big decision and open days are your chance to check out all you’ve heard or read about the universities you’re interested in. They’ll also help you to make sure you pick the one that’s right for you.
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Tick list of must do’s on the day To make sure you get the most out of your day here at Huddersfield why not: Attend the welcome talk by our Deputy Vice-Chancellor. Let a Student Ambassador take you on a tour of our lovely campus! Listen to our talks on Student Finance or Applying through UCAS. Take a tour of our award-winning Library. See where you’ll be studying – have a look at the facilities and meet the staff and current students. Visit our approved and recommended student accommodation at Storthes Hall Student Village. Go to the Information Fair and talk to staff from departments such as:
// Wellbeing and Disability Services // Student Finance // Admissions and Records Office // Careers and Employability // Sports and Fitness
// The Students’ Union // The Library // The Enterprise Team // International Office // Heritage Quay
If you don’t know Huddersfield – have a wander round the town and check out the shops, bars and restaurants. Our ‘See Yourself in Huddersfield’ web page, www.hud.ac.uk/explore-hud provides useful information on some of the best places to visit in Huddersfield. Enjoy your day and don’t forget to ask us lots of questions. After all, today’s all about you. www.hud.ac.uk
Important details about the day It’s important that you come and see us at the Check In desk in Student Central when you arrive. That way we can give you the most up-to-date Open Day programme so you know exactly what’s happening and where to go.
Disability access/requirements
Building works
Should you have any disabilities or need additional support please contact us before the day so we can arrange this for you. If you need help whilst on campus the iPoint team are located at the entrance of Student Central. The team will be happy to help you get around campus during your visit.
We are improving and updating our campus and may have building works taking place on the Open Day. Please follow any diversion routes in place. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Fire Alarm If the fire alarm sounds (a continuous siren) please leave the building that you are in immediately (do not use the lifts) and follow the directions given by the fire marshals. Please do not re-enter the building until you are told to do so.
Open Day photography/filming There may be photographers/video staff at our Open Days. They’ll be taking footage/images for promotional purposes such as promoting Open Days on our website. Photographs/videos are not distributed outside of the University or used for any other purpose. If you do not wish to have your photograph/video taken then please inform the photographer or member of staff at the time.
Emergencies First aid assistance can be obtained at the Help Desk in the Information Fair in Student Central.
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General talks and events Talk/Tour
Time
Welcome to the University Talk
09.15 – 09.45 09.55 – 10.25 10.35 – 11.05 13.15 – 13.45
Student Finance Talk
11.20 – 12.05 14.10 – 14.55
Applying through UCAS Talk
12.15 – 13.00
DIGS Student 10.00 – 10.45 Accommodation Talks 11.00 – 11.45 12.00 – 12.45 14.00 – 14.45 Campus Tours
At regular intervals
Leaving from the Help Desk
Library Tours
At regular intervals – tours to fit with your schedule and will last no more than 20 minutes
Leaving from the Library entrance, Level 4, Central Services Building
Events Music Concert – listen to a live performance by our Music students
Time 12.15 – 13.05
St Paul’s Hall
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What to do if you miss your subject talk? Should you miss your talk then please go to the Subject area stand in the Information Fair
Subject talks, tours and demonstrations Subject Area: Accountancy and Finance
Time
Accountancy and Finance Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Subject Area: Art, Design and Architecture
Time
Find out all you need to know about studying in the School of Art, Design and Architecture. Talks include a Q&A session followed by a tour of the subject area of your choice. Courses covered are: Animation, Architecture, Contemporary Art, Construction Project Management, Costume, Fashion, Graphic Design, Illustration, Interior Design, Photography, Product Design, Surveying and Textile Practice
10.00 – 11.00 11.00 – 12.00 12.00 – 13.00 13.30 – 14.30
Heritage Quay Heritage Quay is the official archive for the University of Huddersfield, acting as the guardian of the archives of organisations, families and individuals dating back over 200 years. As well as archival research, the archives run a wide range of free events and workshops based on their collections. Find out more at www.heritagequay.org You can find out more by visiting the Heritage Quay team on their stall or by going to the archive today for a look around.
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Subject Area: Business
Time
Business Management Talk inc. Human Resource Management
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Business Studies Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Economics Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Events Management Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Hospitality Management Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Marketing Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Transport, Logistics and the NOVUS Scheme Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Travel and Tourism Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Subject Area: Computing
Time
Computing/Computing Science/Software Engineering Talk
10.15 – 11.00 13.00 – 13.45
Computing/Computing Science/Software Engineering Tour
11.15 – 12.00 14.00 – 14.45
Computing in Business/Information and Communication Technology Tour
10.15 – 11.00 13.00 - 13.45
Computing in Business/Information and Communication Technology Talk
11.15 – 12.00 14.00 – 14.45
Subject Area: Drama
Time
Drama, Theatre and Performance Talk
11.15 – 12.15 13.30 – 14.30
Subject Area: Education, Childhood and Early Years
Time
Childhood Studies and Early Years Talk
10.30 – 11.30 14.00 – 15.00
Secondary Teacher Training for Music and Religion, inc. Religion and Education Talk
09.45 – 10.30 13.15 – 14.00
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Subject Area: Engineering
Time
Automotive, Mechanical and Energy Engineering Tours
11.00 – 11.30 11.30 – 12.00 13.45 – 14.15 14.15 – 14.45
Electronic and Electrical Engineering Tours
11.00 – 11.30 11.30 – 12.00 13.45 – 14.15 14.15 – 14.45
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering BEng(Hons)/MEng If you’re interested in our new joint course in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, you can tour the facilities for both areas at the times given above. Automotive, Mechanical and Energy Engineering Talk
10.15 – 10.45 13.00 – 13.30
Electronic and Electrical Engineering Talk
10.15 – 10.45 13.00 – 13.30
Electronic and Electrical Engineering Masterclass
09.30 – 10.00 12.15 – 12.45
Automotive, Mechanical and Energy Engineering Masterclass
09.30 – 10.00 12.15 – 12.45
Subject Area: English
Time
English Literature and Creative Writing Talk
10.15 – 11.00 13.15 – 14.00
English Language and Linguistics Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.15 – 13.00
Subject Area: Games and Web
Time
Web Technologies/Web Design Tour
10.15 – 11.00 13.00 – 13.45
Web Technologies/Web Design Talk
11.15 – 12.00 14.00 – 14.45
Computer Games Design/Computer Science with Games Programming Tour
10.15 – 11.00 13.00 – 13.45
Computer Games Design/Computer Science with Games Programming Talk
11.15 – 12.00 14.00 – 14.45
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Subject Area: Health and Social Care Introduction to our Health Professional, Sport and Community Development courses Attend this presentation to hear why it’s so great to study these subject areas at the University of Huddersfield. Following this short session you will be directed to course specific drop in events. Welcome to Social Work This will include an outline of the course, a sample teaching session, group work, as well as the chance to meet staff and chat to current students.
Time
10.00 – 10.30 11.00 – 11.30 13.00 – 13.30 14.00 – 14.30 10.00 – 12.00 13.00 – 15.00
Health drop in sessions Adult Nursing Child Nursing Learning Disability Nursing Mental Health Nursing Midwifery Studies Occupational Therapy Operating Department Practice Physiotherapy Podiatry
09.30 – 15.00 09.30 – 15.00 09.30 – 15.00 09.30 – 15.00 09.30 – 15.00 09.30 – 15.00 09.30 – 15.00 09.30 – 15.00 09.30 – 15.00
Subject Area: History
Time
History Talk
10.15 – 11.00 12.15 – 13.00
Subject Area: Journalism and Media
Time
Journalism and Media Talk and Tour
10.00 – 11.00 11.30 – 12.30 13.00 – 14.00
Subject Area: Law
Time
Law Talk
11.15 – 12.00 12.30 – 13.15
Subject Area: Modern Languages
Time
Modern Languages Talk
10.15 – 11.00 13.15 – 14.00
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Subject Area: Music
Time
Music Information Desk
09.30 – 15.00
Music Talk
09.30 – 10.10 13.15 – 13.55
Music Concert
12.15 – 13.05
Music Tour
10.15 – 10.45 11.00 – 11.30 14.00 – 14.30
Subject Area: Music Technology
Time
Music Technology Information Desk
09.30 – 15.00
Music Technology Talk (Music Technology, Music Technology and Popular Music, Creative Music Technology, Music and Sound for Image)
10.15 – 10.55 14.00 – 14.45
Music Technology Tour (Music Technology, Music Technology and Popular Music, Creative Music Technology, Music and Sound for Image)
09.30 – 10.00 11.00 – 11.30 13.15 - 13.45
Music Technology and Popular Music Production Talk (Popular Music Production, Music Technology and Audio Systems)
11.15 – 11.45 12.45 – 13.15
Music Technology and Popular Music Production Tour (Popular Music Production, Music Technology and Audio Systems)
12.00 – 12.45 13.30 – 14.15
Music Production Masterclass
09.45 – 10.15 10.30 – 11.00
Subject Area: Science
Time
Tours of the Science facilities and course specific drop in sessions will be available after each talk. Why study Biological Sciences? Talk (Biological Sciences, Forensic Sciences, Food and Nutrition)
10.15 – 11.00 12.15 – 13.00
Why study Chemistry? Talk (including Chemistry, MChem, Chemistry with Forensic Science) followed by ‘Flash no Bangs’ demonstration
10.15 – 11.45
Extended Science Degree Talk
10.15 – 10.45
Pharmacy Talk
11.00 – 11.45 12.45 – 13.30
Process Simulation (Chemical Engineering workshop)
11.30 – 12.15
What is Chemical Engineering?
10.15 – 11.15
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Subject Area: Social Sciences
Time
Welcome to Counselling Studies with Mentoring This will include an outline of the course, tour of the facilities, a sample lecture, group work, as well as the chance to meet staff and chat to current students.
10.00 – 12.00 13.00 – 15.00
Welcome to Criminology The session will be led by one of our Criminology team, and will include a variety of activities to bring the subject to life.
10.00 – 12.00 13.00 – 15.00
Welcome to Politics The session will be led by one of our Politics team, and will include a variety of activities to bring the subject to life.
10.00 – 12.00 13.00 – 15.00
Welcome to Psychology This will include an outline of the course, a sample lecture, laboratory 10.00 – 12.00 13.00 – 15.00 practical’s, group work, as well as the chance to meet staff and chat to current students. Welcome to Sociology The session will be led by one of our Sociology team, and will include a variety of activities to bring the subject to life.
10.00 – 12.00 13.00 – 15.00
Subject Area: Sport and Exercise Science
Time
Introduction to our Health Professional, Sport and Community Development courses Attend this presentation to hear why it’s so great to study these subject areas at the University of Huddersfield. Following this short session you will be directed to course specific drop in events.
10.00 – 10.30 11.00 – 11.30 13.00 – 13.30 14.00 – 14.30
Sport and Exercise Science drop in
9.30 - 15.00
Subject Area: Teacher Training
Time
Early Years and Primary Teacher Training Talk
09.30 – 10.30 13.00 – 14.00
Secondary Teacher Training for Music and Religion, inc. Religion and Education Talk
09.45 – 10.30 13.15 – 14.00
Subject Area: Youth and Community Work
Time
Youth and Community Work Talk
11.30 – 12.00
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Student accommodation Book with DIGS, the University of Huddersfield’s preferred, recommended and approved provider, and be guaranteed that you will find a place in student accommodation.
Storthes Hall Park Student Village Storthes Hall Park Student Village is located five miles from the University campus and accommodates 1386 students. It has ensuite bedrooms and communal kitchens. A must see for all first year students.
Ashenhurst Student Houses Ashenhurst Student Houses is located one mile from the University campus and accommodates 280 students with single study bedrooms, shared bathrooms and communal kitchens. Both properties are diverse and suit different needs and budgets. Included in your rent are all utilities, fibre optic broadband and Wi-Fi.
Want to do your own thing? Huddersfield and its surrounding areas offer some great alternative accommodation so you can find a place that’s just right for you. In addition to our preferred, recommended and approved supplier of student accommodation there are a number of options for students in Huddersfield. These include halls operated by Prodigy Living (Aspley House, Little Aspley House and Castings House) and Unite Students (Saw Mill, Snow Island and Firth Point). To find out more please visit Huddersfield Students’ Union’s website for details: huddersfield.su www.hud.ac.uk
To find out more about the preferred and recommended accommodation on offer, why not come along to one of our tours? Coaches will take you to and from the halls, so there’s no need to worry about transport. Storthes Hall Park Student Village Tour Times Tours will commence at 10.30 am and buses will run every 20 minutes up to Storthes Hall Park Student Village. You can stay for as long as you wish and get the next bus back to campus. The last bus up to Storthes Hall Park Student Village will be at 3.10pm. Please visit the DIGS desk in Student Central for more information. Ashenhurst Student Houses Ashenhurst Student Houses will not be open for viewing at the September Open Day to allow our new students to move in. Please visit the DIGS desk in Student Central for more information. Presentations If you are unable to visit the accommodation, presentations will be held throughout the day in the Business School, Ground Floor, Room 23 (BSG/23): 10.00 – 10.45 12.00 – 12.45
11.00 – 11.45 14.00 – 14.45
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Open Day map Queensgate, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH
Street Cafe
3M Buckley Innovation Centre (BIC)
Business School Coffee, sandwiches, jacket potatoes and danish pastries
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Canalside Ea Lockside Building (LS)
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BBQ
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Schwann Building (SB)
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Bronte Lecture Theatres (BL) (W)
Technology Building (T)
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Students’ Union (SU)
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Harold Wilson Building (HW)
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Student Central including Heritage Quay
University Reception
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OPEN DAY CHECK IN
Creative Arts Building (CA)
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OPEN DAY CAR PARKING ATE A62
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Campus Kitchen, Starbucks, Neo Pizza/Pasta and SU Shop 2 A6
Hot and cold meals, snacks, wide range of beverages
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Deli sandwiches, salads, broth bar and artisan coffee
nnovation Centre (BIC)
Exit only
TREET
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B6432
Canalside West (CW)
Canalside East (CE)
Lecture Theatres (BL) (W)
Queen St. Studios (QS)
Edith Key Building (EK)
Researcher Hub (RH) The Sir George Buckley Lecture Theatre (CSL)
Queen St. South Annexe (QSA)
To multi-storey car park
Sir Patrick Stewart Building (PS) Journalism and Media Building (JM)
Joseph Priestley Building (JP) Ramsden Building (R)
) Ramsden Workshops (RW)
A62 Joseph Priestley Building (JP)
The Studio
St Pauls Hall (PLG)
Towards town centre, bus station and railway station
Queen Street Studios Jacket potatoes, pies, hot and cold sandwiches, soup and coffee
Please note Student Ambassadors are on campus at the University reception to direct you to the check in desk for the Open Day.
Coffee, sandwiches, breakfast and lunch
An accessible route map for navigating around the campus, as well as details on getting to the University are both available on our website at www.hud.ac.uk/about/the-university/maps/
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University of Huddersfield Queensgate Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD1 3DH UK Tel. 01484 422288 Email. openday@hud.ac.uk www.hud.ac.uk
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