<p><strong>In this episode, we dive into all aspects of university open days to help you get the most out of your experience. We'll cover:</strong></p><br><p><strong>What is an Open Day?</strong></p><ul><li>What exactly happens at a university open day?</li><li>Do all universities offer them?</li><li>When and where do they take place?</li><li>How do they differ from other university events?</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why attend and how to prepare:</strong></p><ul><li>Why should attending an open day be a priority for you?</li><li>Should you go solo, or bring friends, family, or attend with your school?</li><li>How many open days should you aim to visit?</li><li>Are there online options if time or travel costs are a concern?</li><li>What steps should you take in advance to get the most out of the experience?</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Booking your spot:</strong></p><ul><li>Is booking necessary, and if so, how do you do it?</li><li>Are there any fees involved?</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>What to expect:</strong></p><ul><li>Do you need to stay for the entire day or attend specific sessions?</li><li>Is advance booking for sessions required?</li><li>Are there any dress codes or guest limits?</li><li>What are the best ways to get there?</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Maximizing your open day:</strong></p><ul><li>How can you make the most of your time on campus?</li><li>What should you prioritise if you're short on time?</li><li>What key questions should you ask university staff and students?</li><li>Are there any common mistakes to avoid?</li><li>And finally, what should you do after the open day to keep the momentum going?</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you're preparing for your first open day or looking to fine-tune your strategy, this episode is packed with practical advice to make your visit a success.</p><br><p><strong>Featuring:</strong></p><p>Simon Fairbanks, Head of Community Engagement at UniTasterDays. Simon has previously worked at four universities.</p><br><p><strong>and from our student panel:</strong></p><p>Rosie Glover, second year student at Durham University</p><br><p><strong>Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers </strong>- please access these <strong>FREE</strong> resources:</p><br><p><strong>Uni Taster Days</strong></p><p><a href="https://unitasterdays.com/students/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Students' Guide to University Brochure</a></p><p><a href="https://www.unitasterdays.com/parents/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure</a></p><p><a href="https://www.unitasterdays.com/teachers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure</a></p><p><a href="https://www.unitasterdays.com/event-incentives/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">University event incentive platform</a></p><p><a href="https://www.unitasterdays.com/jargonbuster/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">University Jargon Buster</a></p><p><a href="https://www.unitasterdays.com/university-subject-guide-videos/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">University Subject Guide Videos</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
