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Open Day programme

Build your Open Day and uncover the amazing opportunities awaiting you once you become a student at University of Staffordshire London.

Meet some of our current students, attend unmissable talks and tours, and explore where our career-focused courses will take you. We’ve got a dedicated drop in session for parents and supporters too.

The Open Day is taking place on campus at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Here East, London E20 3BS.

You’re in charge. Plan your day.

General talks and subject immersion

Drop in activities

Catering

10:30am-11:00am

Registration

Ready to start exploring? Register on the ground floor at Here East and we’ll guide you to the dedicated floor for your Open Day experience.

11:00am-11:30am

Welcome to your London campus

Location: The Arena

Welcome to the campus of the future. Step inside our open-plan spaces, which have the look and feel of a real business environment.

You’ll also meet some of our current students. They’ll give you the inside track on campus life – from where to eat and socialise through to what it’s like to study here.

11:30am-1:00pm

Subject immersion

Location:

Computing: Data Junction
Games: Games Lab
Esports: The Arena
Visitor Attraction and Resort Management: The Aviary
Law: The Stage
Education: Strategy 1

Immerse yourself in one of our exciting subject sessions, where you’ll experience the feel of real-world working. You can put your skills into action through live challenges and get hands-on with cutting-edge equipment.

You’ll get a real taste of your chosen course and will meet your future lecturers.

1:00-1:40pm

Placement and your future career/ Managing your finances (20 minutes for each topic)

Location: The Arena

Placements and your future career:

Discover why we’re rated 3^rd in the UK for career prospects. We’ll introduce you to our wide array of projects that help you gain industry exposure, build professional connections and prepare you for your dream career. You can also explore exciting placement opportunities in the UK and abroad.

This is your chance to meet some of our industry partners, hear from our student employment agency Unitemps, and find out about careers support during your studies and after graduation.

Managing your finances:

Our unmissable talk will bust some of the myths about tuition fees and student debt. We’ll also cover student loans and details of our bursaries and scholarships which help make studying affordable. You can get tips on managing your money too, including budgeting for accommodation, travel and living expenses.

And you can explore opportunities for part-time work while studying, including roles through our student employment agency Unitemps.

10:30am-3:00pm

Drop in activities

Location: Digital Loft, third floor, opposite Reload Cafe

Your application journey

Meet our pre-application and our admission teams to get expert advice on applying, writing personal statements and understanding entry requirements. You can even start your application on the day. We’ll cover alternative pathways as well, such as our Step Up to HE programme.

Supporting your student experience

Meet our Student Life team to explore the support services that will shape your university experience – from wellbeing to academic support.

Tour your campus and city

Take a guided tour led by our student ambassadors and experience campus life through their eyes. Visit key facilities and hear what it’s really like to study here, from those who know it best. There’s an option to tour the local area around campus too.

Your student community

Visit the Atrium to speak to our Students’ Union. Discover how you can get involved, make friends and build your student community.

Parents and supporters' - your questions answered

Discover what a university education can offer and how you can support young people on that milestone journey. Ask us whatever you want to know.

You can find out about key timelines and application steps, how to prepare for university, and tips on commuting to campus or finding accommodation nearby. You can also get an insight into how we support student safety and wellbeing and meet students’ unique needs.

Catering on the day

Reload Café

Opening hours: 9:00-3:30pm

Location: Digital Loft

Enjoy free tea, coffee, water and snacks at our café, complete with retro arcade machines as well as modern games consoles.

Here East

Want something more filling? Here East is home to a wide choice of restaurants, with plenty of places nearby for every taste and budget; from grab-and-go lunch spots to sit-down dining options like The Breakfast Club and Randy’s Wing Bar.

The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club is a family café offering all day food and drinks, they are especially well known for their brunches. Read more

Find out more: https://thebreakfastclubcafes.com/

Randy’s Wing Bar

Randy’s Wing Bar was formed from a mutual love of chicken wings and strong family bond. They have one restaurant in London, their flagship in Here East, Hackney Wick. Read more

Find out more: https://randyswingbar.co.uk/

Gotto Trattoria

Gotto Trattoria is an independent Italian restaurant with homemade Pasta, 48 hour proved Pizza and great cocktails. Read more

Find out more: https://www.gotto.co.uk/

Four Quarters

Four Quarters is an arcade bar in East London. It has a selection of video games, as well as a canal-side location with a sun-drenched beer garden and a pizza menu. Read more

Find out more: https://fourquarters.bar/