Open Days

This week it's all about the open days, and why it's important to attend them. Open days at all universities are an integral part of your choices. This is your opportunity to see the campus, accommodation and ask the questions you need to.

For my open day at the University of Bedfordshire, I went armed with questions. Read about the course (as mentioned in several if the previous blog posts), read reviews, and went with as much knowledge as possible. With this prior knowledge in mind, I was able to ask relevant questions, and clear up any discrepancies I had. I was able to confirm teaching structure, course structure, and most importantly exam structure.

A tour of the campus provided me with a nice overall look at where I would be working for the next few years, as well as some useful pointers for places to study. Along with this, pointers of where the best places for food and drink were also welcomed.

I have not stayed in university accommodation, I have traveled from home each day, so I did not go on the tour. However, my friends who did, said that it was very well presented, and assisted in making their choices.

Next week its all about the balance of study and socializing, and the problems and possible solutions that come with going to university.