grand parade open day programme

GRAND PARADE CAMPUS

PROGRAMME

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WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON OPEN DAY

Choosing the right university is probably one of the biggest decisions you will make. Our open days will help you with information to make that decision. Open days are your opportunity to find out more about your subject and the way it is taught here and also to get a feel for the student experience in Brighton.

At the University of Brighton, you’ll be part of an academic community of over 21,000 students set across five campuses in three coastal locations, each with their own distinct character.

At our open days you will be able to attend subject presentations, tour the facilities available for your course and speak to academic staff who will teach you. Students will also be available to give you a firsthand account of their experiences and the support provided by the university.

Staff will be on hand to answer your queries about housing, student funding, career progression, disability and health, whilst the Students’ Union will tell you all about entertainment, clubs, societies and other opportunities, such as volunteering, that are on offer to our students.

I hope that our open day provides you with the information you need, that you enjoy the day and decide to apply to Brighton. If so, we look forward to welcoming you into our community in 2016.

Professor Julian Crampton, Vice-Chancellor

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GETTING HERE

TRAVELLING BY CARFrom the A23 or A27 follow signs for the city centre and seafront. As you enter the city, a one-way system will lead you towards the sea via Grand Parade. The university’s Grand Parade building is on the left, almost opposite the Royal Pavilion.

There is no on-site parking at this campus, so we recommend taking public transport when possible. Parking is available in Brighton city centre. Refer to the council website for more information on city centre parking.www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/parking

TRAVELLING BY BUSBeing so central, the campus is on almost all of the city’s bus routes. For timetables and student fares, visit the Brighton and Hove Buses website. www.buses.co.uk

TRAVELLING BY TRAINThe closest train station is Brighton. It is a 10-minute walk from the campus.

From Brighton station take the entrance to Trafalgar Street which is on the right-hand side of the station as you leave and runs under the station entrance area and down the hill. Follow it to the bottom of the hill and then turn right onto Grand Parade. Cross to the other side of Grand Parade and keep walking towards the sea. The university’s Grand Parade building is on the left, opposite Victoria Gardens before you get to the Royal Pavilion.

For timetables, visit the National Rail Enquiries website.www.nationalrail.co.uk

Getting to Brighton is easy. It’s just under an hour by rail from London and only half an hour by road and rail from London Gatwick Airport. The city is also served by a direct rail link from the Eurostar Service at St Pancras, as well as being easily accessible from the major ports of Dover, Portsmouth, Southampton and the local port of Newhaven. National Express coaches also regularly service the city.


PLANNING YOUR DAY

The pull-out timetable included in this programme will help you to organise your time at the event.

On the day itself, look out for our student ambassadors wearing blue University of Brighton T-shirts – they will be available to point you in the right direction and answer any questions you might have.

REGISTERING Please register when you arrive and make sure you collect your welcome bag. Beat the queues and use your express registration ticket – you will find this on the covering letter that accompanies this programme.

SUBJECT TALKSSubject talks provide information about your preferred course(s). They cover entry requirements and selection criteria, structure and content of the course(s), delivery and assessment, work-related experience and placements, and destinations of graduates.

GENERAL TALKSAccommodation talks provide an overview of the range of student accommodation available and the university’s allocation policy for halls of residence.

Student finance talks cover the student funding package, which includes tuition fees, student loans, maintenance grants, scholarships and bursaries.

Portfolio and interview preparation talks give you advice about what to include in your portfolio, how to present work and what to expect if you are interviewed.

ADVICE DESKSStaff and students will be available throughout the day to talk about:• accommodation• admissions• careers• student services (disability, health, money).

TOURSYou’ll be able to see course facilities at Grand Parade, and our halls of residence.

HELP AND INFORMATION Staff and students will be on hand throughout the day to offer any additional resources you may need as well as providing advice about living and studying at the university.

Planning your day before you arrive is a great idea. We recommend prioritising your subject talk, which you can reserve when you book your place at the open day.


CAMPUS FACILITIESSituated in the heart of Brighton, Grand Parade is home to our arts and humanities students and a thriving community of student artists, photographers and designers. It features an on-site gallery and theatre, as well as the famous University of Brighton Design Archive.

ACCOMMODATION Phoenix Brewery offers 298 bed spaces in a location that is less than a mile from the sea front and a 10-minute walk from the Grand Parade campus and the city centre. All rooms are en suite and self-catered. There are also covered bike racks for 50 bicycles and a limited underground car park for residents.

LIBRARY FACILITIESSt Peter’s House Library is open between 8.45am and 8pm weekdays during term time and holds collections on art, design, media, humanities and history of art and design. There are silent and group study areas, printing and copying services as well as free-to-use computers. The library also contains an artist monograph section, facilities for AV playback and a microfiche reader.

SPORTS FACILITIESThere are no sports facilities offered at the Grand Parade campus but discount and membership offers are available for students at numerous sports and recreation facilities located in central Brighton.

WHERE TO EAT There is a restaurant and cafe on this campus. The Grand Parade restaurant serves hot meals between 12pm and 2pm, while the cafe provides hot drinks and snacks until 5pm.

STUDENTS’ UNION The SU Office is located on the mezzanine floor of the Grand Parade building. The SU shop sells a range of specialist art materials, often at discounted prices.

SUPPORT SERVICES The Student Services office is located on the first floor of the Grand Parade building, where our staff provide advice and guidance on a range of sensitive student issues.

CASH MACHINES A cash machine is located on the ground floor of the Grand Parade Building next to the cafe.


VISIT BRIGHTON

Sandwiched between the sea and the beautiful South Downs, colourful and creative Brighton is a great place to be a student.

Dubbed an emerging super-city, Brighton is home to a fast-growing creative digital and IT industry and elected the UK’s first Green MP.

There is a diverse range of events throughout the year, reflecting the huge amount of character that makes Brighton so attractive. Events include one of the largest arts and culture festivals in England, the Brighton Festival; Brighton Science Festival; Pride; Brighton Food Festival and The Great Escape Festival – Europe’s leading festival for new music.

ABOUT THE GRAND PARADE CAMPUSOur Grand Parade campus is in the cultural heart of Brighton, a short stroll from the beach and the pier.

The city centre is just a short walk away, including the popular Kemp Town, Hanover and Queens Park areas.

At the Grand Parade campus you are just a few hundred metres from the bars, pubs, clubs, theatres, comedy and live music venues that make Brighton a popular destination for a night out. In the summer the seafront buzzes with activity and impromptu BBQs and picnics on the beach.

Brighton is a cosmopolitan city with a friendly vibe, bohemian atmosphere and is home to three of our campuses.


Brighton hosts England’s biggest arts festival in May each year, and has a selection of highly regarded theatres, galleries and events, not to mention the quirky Royal Pavilion which has become a symbol of the city’s eccentricities. The campus’ Sallis Benney theatre and gallery host events during the festival and throughout the year.

WHERE TO EATBrighton is packed with award-winning bars, restaurants, eateries and pubs offering cuisines from around the world. You’ll also find fabulous cafes too. From afternoon tea or home-ground coffee to beachside drinks with friends, Brighton has the best variety.

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FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Students will be filming on site during the open day, creating campus films for people that can’t make it to the event. If you don’t want to be in the film, just let them know.

STUDENT HELPERSOur friendly student helpers will be on hand throughout the day to offer advice and guidance about studying here and living in the city. They can also help you plan your day and can be identified by their blue t-shirts.

Email [email protected] 01273 644644Fax 01273 642607International code +441273

For any enquiries contact

Enquiries 211 Mithras House,Lewes Road,Brighton BN2 4AT

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