October 2024 Open Day Guide - Walsall Campus

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Saturday 12 October 2024 9.30am-2.30pm

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to our institution today for our Open Day. If you choose to study at the University of Wolverhampton, you will join a historic institution that has been delivering worldclass education for almost 200 years.

We hope this Open Day allows to you find the answers to your questions so that you can make an informed choice.

We look forward to welcoming you to our inclusive and supportive community where you will develop your knowledge, skills and confidence to help you have a fulfilling life and career.

Making the most of your day

We’re excited to welcome everyone to our on-campus open days and want to make sure they are safe and stress-free experiences for all. We have lots of staff and student helpers available to help direct you and answer any questions you might have.

Food and refreshments

During our open events, you’ll find basic refreshments available, free of charge. Additionally, you’ll find the Boulevard Kitchen and Coffee Lounge offering tasty options all day.

WiFi

We have free guest WiFi (WLVGuest) across our campus that you are welcome to use.

Scan QR code to view our programme online.

Accessibility

We have accessible campus tours every hour during open days led by friendly student ambassadors, dedicated BSL interpreters on hand, disabled parking, disabled toilets, and accessible entry to all our buildings.

Family-friendly

We ensure that all on-campus events are family-friendly and accessible for dependents:

• Baby/toddler changing stations

• Large comfortable seating areas suitable for families to relax

• Child-friendly activities

• Talks and tours

Prayer rooms / A quiet space

Rooms for prayer and reflection are available and will be open and available for use during our events.

Student support and services

Our open events offer a glimpse into the diverse support services we provide. These services can be found in our Performance Hub (WH Building).

Academic Coaches Drop-in

Our academic coaches act as personal tutors to our foundation and first-year students, providing extra academic support, career skill-building, and pastoral care.

Admissions and Application

Zone Drop-in Speak to our admissions team about applying to university, including the UCAS application process and grades. If you are ready to make an application, you can do this on the day.

Careers and Enterprise Drop-in

Speak to our careers and enterprise team to find out how we support students and graduates prepare for their future careers.

DBS and Occupational Health

Drop-in The DBS and Occupational Health team is available to answer any questions you may have around obtaining your DBS or Occupational Health Check.

Mental Health and Wellbeing / Disability and Inclusion Drop-in

Learn about the specialist services and support available to all students for help with learning, disabilities, deafness/ hearing impairments, mental health and wellbeing, finances, and faith.

Accommodation

Our university-owned accommodation is just a short walk from campus. You can live with friends, or make new ones! Join us at open day for tours, to meet our team, and get answers to your questions.

WOLVERHAMPTON 5TH CHEAPEST CITY TO LIVE IN FOR STUDENTS*

*Student Crowd WEEKLY COST 2024-25 £96-£144 (PER WEEK)

Fees and finance

The Gateway team offers a talk and a drop-in service regarding Student Finance England, loans, and additional grants. We also offer scholarships and bursaries, so please check wlv.ac.uk/scholarships for the most up-to-date information.

WLV

Wallet

Get financial resources online: free live events, student blogs, wellbeing resources and a bursary of up to £300.

£2,000 Access Bursary

For students who are deaf, have hearing loss, are care leavers or are estranged from their parents.

Sports Achievement Scholarship

For students who demonstrate aspirations to compete at the highest level in their sports.

Dennis Turner Hardship Fund

Accessible confidentially by any student, home or international, struggling to make ends meet. This hardship fund is non-repayable and can provide a short-term solution to students in difficulty.

Walsall Campus

Scan QR code to view our campus map online.

General Parking

Disabled Parking

Toilets - accessible toilet available

Baby Changing - facilities available

Building Entrance

Students’ Union

Netball Courts

OPEN DAY REGISTRATION ENTRANCE

Jerome K Jerome Building School of Education | School of Sport | British Judo Centre of Excellence | Campus Operations | The Boulevard Kitchen | Boulevard Coffee Lounge | Lounge

WC Building Multi-Faith Prayer Room

William Penny Brookes Building School of Sport | Health Scan | Environmental Chamber | Human Movement Laboratory | Sports Therapy Suite | Human Performance Laboratory

WE Building School of Education

The Performance Hub ASK@WLV | Library | Main Reception | Theatre

Walsall Sports Centre Gym

Samuel Johnson Building School of Education | Social Learning Space

Sister Dora Building School of Allied Health and Midwifery | School of Nursing | Skills and Simulation Labs

WS Building Students’ Union | Coffee Shop and Bar | Advice and Support

OPEN DAY REGISTRATION ENTRANCE

Supporting you further

The University of Wolverhampton aims to help you before, during, and after your studies. Here are just a few more ways we do that, which you can learn more about at our open day.

Parents and Carers Drop-in

Speak to our team to find out more on how we can support you as a parent or carer of a young person thinking about university.

Students’ Union (SU) / Drop-in

Meet the officer team and find out more about the SU and their societies, as well as the advice and support they can offer. The SU at Walsall Campus is a great place to unwind between and after lectures, offering coffee, pool, karaoke and quizzes.

Library

In the library on Walsall Campus you’ll find a great network of support. Our customer service team can guide you with any library support you need, and you’ll find a range of spaces to study as well as access to our printed books and journal collections.

Sport and Showcase Drop-in

You’ll find pulse-pounding sporting events and fitness activities across our campuses, which you can watch, play for fun or competitively, or just to try something new. The campus gym is also a great place to unwind and get or stay fit.

Plan your day

University talks

Welcome to the University of Wolverhampton

Fees and Finance

Student Support, Disability and Inclusion 10:00am - 10:30am 12:00pm - 12:30pm, 1:55pm - 2:25pm 12:00pm - 12:30pm WN004 WN004 Students Union Talk Time Room

Subject talks

Allied Health and Midwifery

Subject stand location: The Boulevard Kitchen WA002 (Jerome K Jerome Building)

Subject session Time Room

Midwifery

Midwifery: Interactive demonstration with the Midwifery Teaching Team

Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Foundation Year Talk

Occupational Therapy

Paramedic Science

A tour of Walsall City Campus university student accommodation. Stand in the Performance Hub (WH). Accommodation tours

A student-guided tour of campus facilities, every half hour throughout the day. Stand in the Performance Hub (WH). Campus tours

Ready to apply? Got your certificates? Visit our Admissions team in the Performance Hub (WH). Admissions

Visit our Finance, Careers and Student Support stands available all day in the Performance Hub (WH). Got questions?

Paramedic Science: Interactive demonstration with the Paramedic Teaching Team

Physiotherapy

Podiatry

Podiatry: Interactive demonstration 10:45am - 11:45am, 12:45pm -1:45pm

Education

11:45am - 12:15pm, 1:45pm - 2:15pm 11:45am - 12:15pm, 1:30pm - 2:00pm 10:45am - 11:45am 10:45am - 11:45am, 12:45pm - 1:45pm 11:45am - 12:15pm, 1:45pm - 2:15pm 10:45am - 11:45am, 12:45pm - 1:45pm 10:45am - 11:25am 11:25am - 12:00pm

Subject stand location: The Boulevard Kitchen WA002 (Jerome K Jerome Building)

Early Childhood Studies; Education Studies; Childhood and Education, Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion Studies

Primary Teacher Training 10:45am - 11:45am, 12:45pm - 1:45pm 10:45am - 11:45am, 12:45pm - 1:45pm WN212 WN002 Subject session Time Room

Nursing

Subject stand location: Sister Dora (WP building)

Nursing (Adult, Child & Learning Disability)

Nursing: An insight into skills

Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Foundation Year Talk

Nursing and Allied Health: An insight into skills

10:45am - 11:30am, 12:45pm - 1:30pm 11:30am - 12:00pm, 1:30pm - 2:00pm 11:45am - 12:15pm, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

12:15pm - 12:45pm 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Subject stand location: The Boulevard Kitchen WA002 (Jerome K Jerome Building)

Subject session Time Room

Sport facilities tour 10:45am - 11:30am, 12:45pm - 1:30pm 11:30am - 12:00pm, 1:30pm - 2:00pm WA039 Depart after talk from WA039

Travel reimbursement

You can claim back open day travel expenses in the form of an Amazon voucher. Scan the QR code to find out more.

Speak to a student

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