November 2024 Open Day Guide - City/Springfield - PG

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Your Open Day

Wolverhampton City and Springfield Campus

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 Costa Coffee open for your favourite cuppa throughout the day, while our Courtyard Kitchen serves up dishes to please your tastebuds. At Springfield, the Coffee Bar has delicious drinks, snacks and lunches.

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

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.

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. If you are ready to make an application, you can do this on the day. Certain courses cannot be applied for by direct application these are: MA Social work - application via UCAS, Teaching application via Department for Education (DFE) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Independent Prescribing courses are applied for via our CPD webpages.

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.

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.

Loyalty discount

If you are a UK ‘home’ student and have completed an undergraduate degree from the University of Wolverhampton, you can enjoy a 20% discount on the fees for a taught on-site postgraduate programme.

See: wlv.ac.uk/loyalty for full conditions.

The discount does not apply to PGCE, pre-registration nursing and allied health professions courses, MArch, CIM qualifications, or integrated masters.

A tour of Wolverhampton City Campus university student accommodation. Stand in Ambika Paul building . Accommodation tours

A student-guided tour of campus facilities, every half hour throughout the day. Stand in Ambika Paul building. Campus tours

Visit our Admissions team in the Millennium City building. Ready to apply? Got your certificates? Head to our Application Zone, ground floor. Admissions

Visit our finance and careers stands in Millennium City building café, or student support services in Ambika Paul building all day. Got questions?

General Parking Pre-bookable Disabled Parking Toiletsaccessible toilet available Baby Changingfacilities available Radar Keyneeded to access these accessible toilets, can be obtained from member of staff.

Scan the QR code to view our campus map online.

Supporting you further

The University of Wolverhampton aims to help you before, during, and after your studies. Here are just a few 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. Check out our brand-new licensed bar, Luna Lounge, designed by students and offering a great space for live music and karaoke. Providing work experience for students, the space also includes Deli Moon juice bar with discounted drinks and food.

Chaplaincy

Learn about support, events, and spaces for students of all faiths and none. Whether you’re seeking a quiet place for reflection or looking to connect with others, the Chaplaincy is here for you.

Library

At our newly refurbished Harrison Library you’ll find a great network of support. Our library team will support your study and research needs, and the library itself is also a central hub for support services with a range of study spaces alongside access to our printed books and journal collections. A worldfirst in higher education, the library also houses a “Cubbie” – an immersive sensory space designed with autistic and neurodivergent people in mind.

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

Talk Time Room

Welcome to the University of Wolverhampton

Student Support, Disability and Inclusion

Postgraduate Fees and Finance

Welcome to the University of Wolverhampton (Springfield)

10:00am - 10:30am

12:00pm - 12:30pm 1:00pm - 1:30pm

10:00am - 10:30am MC001 Students’ Union MC001 SPB024

Subject talks

Subject session Time Room

Counselling Integrative

Counselling and Psychotherapy Master’s

Professional

Doctorate Counselling Psychology

Creative Industries

Introduction to our school and subjects

Law

Nursing

Master of Mental Health Nursing, Master of Adult Nursing, PGDip Adult Nursing and PGDip Mental Health Nursing

Social Work

MA Social Work

11:15am - 11:45pm 12:45pm - 13:15pm 10:45am - 11:15pm 12:15pm - 12:45pm 12:45am - 1:45pm 11:45am - 12:45pm 11:30am - 12:30pm 11:30am - 12:30pm

Foyer

Subject stands

Apprenticeships

Subject stand location: MC Foyer (Art Space)

Architecture and Built Environment

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer / Springfield (SPB) Foyer

Business

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer

CPD

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer

Creative Industries

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer

Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer

Health and Society

Subject stand location: Corner House Deli (MC Building)

Law

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer

Life Sciences

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer

Nursing

Subject stand location: Corner House Deli (MC Building)

Pharmacy

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer

Psychology

Subject stand location: Corner House Deli (MC Building)

Social Science and Humanities

Subject stand location: Rosalind Franklin (MB) Foyer

Have you previously studied with us?

You could make a fast track application meaning that you could be starting your journey with us sooner than you think! Get your fast-track application started using the QR code below.

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

Scan the QR code to speak to a current student about their experience.

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