What to expect on open day | your subject sessions explained
What is a subject session? And how can you make the most of the experience?
Your subject session is right at the heart of your open day experience. You will be invited to attend one or two of our specialist subject sessions.
Your subject talk is an unmissable opportunity to learn more about the course you’re applying for, meet the tutors and ask the questions you’ve been itching to ask.
People tend to be quite quiet when the session hosts first ask for questions… but once one question is asked it usually leads to another and another.
As well as giving you a flavour of the course, the subject session will also include details about the modules on offer. Subject leaders will welcome questions about how the course is structured… so don’t be afraid to ask.
Alongside this there may be a mock seminar experience for you to get a true feel of studying with us, and what our lessons are like on a daily basis. These sessions really do give you a taste of the real thing.
The sessions take place at 10.10 am and 12.50 pm and last for about 1.5 hours.
Here are some examples of some of our subject talks to give you a feel for what will be offered on the day. For more information please access our open day guide.
What to expect: Primary Education 5–11 BA (Hons)
Location: Park Campus
This will contact an interactive presentation with the head of ITT (Initial Teacher Training) who will introduce you to ITT and QTS (Qualified Teaching Status). You will engage with a learning event which will help you experience within the courses environment.
What to expect: Psychology BSc (Hons)
Location: Park Campus
During the session you will explore our course structure, learn about the skills gained during your degree and discover more about a range of career options.
What to expect: Acting / Acting & Creative Practice / Drama BA (Hons)
Location: Avenue Campus
In this session you will be given a small pitch from each subject area and will be taken to our conservatoire style specialist space, the Innovation Centre. We will show you round and you’ll have a chance to quiz our current students.
Learn more about other aspects of the open day in our Waterside and Other Information mini guides.
