Open Day programme

Saturday 4 October 10:00am-3:30pm

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 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

Parents and supporters' session - your questions answered

10:00am

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.

10:30am-11:00am

Welcome to your London campus

Location: Based in the location for each subject session

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.

11:00am-12:30pm

Subject immersion

Location:

Computing: Data Junction
Games: Games Lab
Esports: The Arena
Visitor Attraction and Resort Management: Strategy 1
Law: The Stage
Education: Level 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 or 1:45-2:30pm

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.

Student ambassador speaking with student

11:00am-11.30am or 11:45am-12:15pm

Parents and supporters' session - your questions answered

Location: The Knowledge Exchange

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.

Topics will include 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.

10:00am-3:30pm

Drop in activities

Location: 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.