CITY CAMPUS
OPEN DAY experience it for yourself 5 October 2019
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Sign-in point
Building entrances
GoingInformation to university andis about more than just getting a qualification. You should leave Advicewith Zone equipped the knowledge, skills and practical experience to make an impact. Cafefrom UWE Bristol means experience A degree that will complement your education. From Parking work Bus placements and sports, to volunteering stop and networking, we’ll help you get the most Cycle parking from your opportunities. So instead of Library (on Level 1) you can do, you’ll showing employers what Cash Pointthem what you’ve done. be able to show That’s the UWE Bristol 360° experience. Everyone and everything here shares a single purpose: to make sure that you’re well-positioned for the future you want. Our focus on real-world learning experiences means that when you graduate you’ll be adaptable, enterprising and ready for work. We have connections with over 1,000 national and international employers and one of the largest paid internship programmes in the UK. So you'll enjoy a richer, fuller, more relevant learning experience which will increase your employability.
Today is your chance to find this out for yourself. Meet passionate academic staff and talk to enthusiastic students about their own adventures. Find out about all the extra-curricular activities you can get involved in. Love sports? Music? Debating or volunteering? The opportunities are endless, so make sure you take a tour of our facilities and all they can offer you. And finally, don‘t forget to have a look around Bristol before you leave. We’re biased, of course, but it’s hard to think of a better UK city to study and live in. Welcome to the start of your UWE Bristol experience.
What now? • Check your ticket for your Sign-in Point, and make your way there to let us know you‘ve arrived. The Sign-in Point is open between 09:30 and 14:00. • Head over to the Information and Advice Zone. This is where you can book yourself on tours of campus and talk to our various support teams. • Browse the next few pages for information on talks, tours and other activities throughout the day.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR DAY From subject-specific talks to campus tours and drop-in sessions, today is your chance to experience what it’s like to study at UWE Bristol for yourself. Learning and teaching • Attend a department overview talk for a welcome from the department running your course. Find out about our approach to learning and teaching and get advice on what to include in your portfolio. • Head over to a course talk for more information about the programme you’re interested in. • And don’t forget our drop-ins with academic staff – your opportunity to ask teaching staff all your burning questions. Tours • We've got accommodation to suit everyone. Come along to one of our accommodation tours to visit a student flat in the city. • Get the full City Campus experience by taking a campus tour of our buildings and grounds.
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UWE Bristol ranked 28th out of 121 UK institutions in the 2020 Guardian league table.
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Information and Advice Zone • From practical advice on the application process, to information about the range of support on offer, our experts are on hand to help guide you through the process of getting to university. Take a break • Our main campus café, Traders, will be serving a range of food and drink, so pop in here when you want to refuel. • You’ll also find complimentary refreshments in the Information and Advice Zone. Finding your way If you get lost or have any questions during your day, please come and speak to one of our team of staff and Student Ambassadors. We’re here to help. Or if you’re on Twitter, tweet your questions to our social media team using the hashtag #UWEOpenDay. @UWEBristol
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Faculty of Arts, Creative Industries and Education Arrival and refreshments Activity
Time
Sign-in
09:30–14:00
Location F Block, Entrance Foyer
Complimentary tea and coffee
09:30–15:00
Information and Advice Zone
Animation Activity
Time
Location
School of Film and Journalism welcome
10:00–10:15 or 12:00–12:15
Drama Theatre
Course talk
10:15–11:00 or 12:45–13:30
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Drop-in with academic staff
11:00–11:30 or 13:30–14:00
1G002
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
Portfolio advice talk
12:15–12:45
Drama Theatre
Drama and Acting Activity
Time
Location
School of Film and Journalism welcome
10:00–10:15 or 12:00–12:15
Drama Theatre
Course talk
10:15–11:00 or 12:45–13:30
Drama Theatre
Drop-in with academic staff
11:00–11:30 or 13:30–14:00
Drama Theatre
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Find your room: example – 2D067 – your room is on level 2, in D Block, and room number 67.
Drawing and Print Activity
Time
Location
School of Art and Design welcome and portfolio advice talk
10:00–10:45 or 12:30–13:15
1B1
Course talk
10:45–11:30 or 13:15–14:00
1B4
Optional tour of Arnolfini studios
11:30–12:30 or 14:00–15:00
Outside F Block Main Entrance
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
Fashion Communication Activity
Time
Location
School of Art and Design welcome and portfolio advice talk
10:00–10:45 or 12:30–13:15
1B1
Course talk
10:45–11:30 or 13:15–14:00
2B11
Optional tour of Arnolfini studios
11:30–12:30 or 14:00–15:00
Outside F Block Main Entrance
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
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in the UK for student satisfaction. Source: The National Student Survey 2019
Find your room: example – 2D067 – your room is on level 2, in D Block, and room number 67.
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Fashion Textiles Activity
Time
Location
School of Art and Design welcome and portfolio advice talk
10:00–10:45 or 12:30–13:15
1B1
Course talk
10:45–11:30 or 13:15–14:00
4B13
Drop-in with academic staff
11:30–12:00 or 14:00–14:30
4B13
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
Filmmaking Activity
Time
Location
School of Film and Journalism welcome
10:00–10:15 or 12:00–12:15
Drama Theatre
Course talk
10:15–11:00 or 12:45–13:30
2B1
Drop-in with academic staff
11:00–11:30 or 13:30–14:00
2B1
Portfolio advice talk
12:15–12:45
Drama Theatre
Fine Art Activity
Time
Location
School of Art and Design welcome and portfolio advice talk
10:00–10:45 or 12:30–13:15
1B1
Course talk
10:45–11:30 or 13:15–14:00
2B13
Optional tour of Spike Island studios
11:30–12:30 or 14:00–15:00
Outside F Block Main Entrance
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
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Find your room: example – 2D067 – your room is on level 2, in D Block, and room number 67.
Graphic Design Activity
Time
Location
School of Art and Design welcome and portfolio advice talk
10:00–10:45 or 12:30–13:15
1B1
Course talk
10:45–11:30 or 13:15–14:00
1B1
Optional tour of Arnolfini studios
11:30–12:30 or 14:00–15:00
Outside F Block Main Entrance
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
Illustration Activity
Time
Location
School of Art and Design welcome and portfolio advice talk
10:00–10:45 or 12:30–13:15
1B1
Course talk
10:45–11:30 or 13:15–14:00
1F10
Drop-in with academic staff
11:30–12:00 or 14:00–14:30
1F10
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
Interior Design Activity
Time
Location
School of Art and Design welcome and portfolio advice talk
10:00–10:45 or 12:30–13:15
1B1
Course talk
10:45–11:30 or 13:15–14:00
1D005
Drop-in with academic staff
11:30–12:00 or 14:00–14:30
1D005
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
Find your room: example – 2D067 – your room is on level 2, in D Block, and room number 67.
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Journalism and Public Relations, Broadcast Journalism and Media and Journalism Activity
Time
Location
School of Film and Journalism welcome
10:00–10:15 or 12:00–12:15
Drama Theatre
Course talk
10:15–11:00 or 12:45–13:30
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Drop-in with academic staff (to include Foundation Year)
11:00–11:30 or 13:30–14:00
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Photography Activity
Time
Location
School of Film and Journalism welcome
10:00–10:15 or 12:00–12:15
Drama Theatre
Course talk
10:15–11:00 or 12:45–13:30
2B18
Drop-in with academic staff
11:00–11:30 or 13:30–14:00
2B18
Foundation Year course talk
11:45–12:30 or 14:15–15:00
2D005
Portfolio advice talk
12:15–12:45
Drama Theatre
Workshops Activity Drypoint and Monoprint Explore the possibilities of combining the incised line work of drypoint and the expressive painterly quality of monoprint. You’ll be drawing onto an acetate plate with an etching needle then be shown how to ink up and print your image using an etching press. All materials and aprons provided. Places allocated on a first come, first served basis on the day.
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Find your room: example – 2D067 – your room is on level 2, in D Block, and room number 67.
Time 11:00 – 11:30 or 11:30 – 12:00 or 12:00 – 12:30 or 13:00 – 13:30 or 13:30 – 14:00
Location 0C15
“There was a good buzz around campus.”
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Professional support services, tours and visits Come along and let our experts guide you through the process of getting to university. This is a great chance for you to see what support is on offer and help you make the most of your university experience. Information and Advice Activity
Time
Location
Representatives will be available to talk about: • Accommodation • Admissions • Careers • Disability, Wellbeing, Dyslexia/SpLD Support • The Students’ Union
10:00–15:00
Information and Advice Zone
Money advice and funding talk
11:45–12:15 or 14:15–14:45
1B14
Library drop-in
10:00–15:00
Library
Tours Activity
Time
Location
Bower Ashton campus tour
10:00–15:00
A Block Foyer
Accommodation tour – Marketgate
10:00–14:15*
Outside F Block Main Reception
Visits Activity Arnolfini For Graphic Design, Drawing and Print, and Fashion Communication
Time 10:00–14:15*
Location Outside F Block Main Reception
* Free shuttle buses depart from Bower Ashton and run every 15 minutes from 10:00. Last bus departs from Bower Ashton at 14:15. ‘Last return bus departs Arnolfini at 14:45 and accommodation at 15:15. Please be prepared for possible delays due to heavy traffic in Bristol on a Saturday. Maps will be available with walking routes from the student accommodation to other City Campus sites.
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Find your room: example – 2D067 – your room is on level 2, in D Block, and room number 67.
“I came to the Open Day at UWE Bristol and it just felt right.”
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Sign-in point Building entrances Information and Advice Zone Cafe Parking Bus stop Cycle parking Library (on Level 1) Cash Point
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Open day parking
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