Your Applicant Visiting Day Programme - 28 March 2026
Please note that any adjustments to the schedule will be updated on this webpage. Please check here for the most up to date information.
Your Applicant Visiting Day Guide
Our Frequently Asked Questions webpage also has useful information to assist in planning your visit.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus. If you have any queries regarding your Applicant Visiting Day, please get in touch and our team will be happy to help (applicant@aber.ac.uk / 01970 622065).
Updated 27/03/2026
Central Registration Point
Central Registration Point
Great Hall Foyer, Aberystwyth Arts Centre, Penglais Campus, SY23 3DE
On arrival, please make your way to the Arts Centre where our welcome team will register you and offer advice on how to make the most out of your visit.
Our registration desks will be open from 9.00am.
Central Talks
Central Talks
| Time | Talk | Location |
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| 09:10-09:30 | Welcome Talk Professor Iain Barber, Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellor |
A12, Hugh Owen Building |
| 09:20-09:40 | Aber, Y Gymraeg a ti! For Welsh speakers and learners who wish to live and study through the medium of Welsh. (This session will be delivered in Welsh). |
Cinema, Arts Centre |
| 09:40-10:00 | Disability Support and Wellbeing Find out how to access disability support (including for specific learning difficulties, medical conditions, mental health, mobility or neurodiversity) and learn about the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA). |
A14, Hugh Owen Building |
| 09:45-10:05 | Welcome Talk Professor Iain Barber, Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellor |
A12, Hugh Owen Building |
| 09:45-10:10 | Accommodation at Aberystwyth | C22, Hugh Owen Building |
| 10:15-10:45 | Global Opportunities Find out how you can be supported to study, work or volunteer abroad. |
A14, Hugh Owen Building |
| 10:20-10:40 | Welcome Talk Professor Iain Barber, Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellor |
A12, Hugh Owen Building |
| 10:20-10:45 | Accommodation at Aberystwyth | C22, Hugh Owen Building |
| 10:30-11:00 | Parent, Guardians and Supporters Talk In conversation with the Vice-Chancellor. |
Dance Studio 3, Arts Centre |
| 14:00-14:30 | Parent, Guardians and Supporters Talk In conversation with the Vice-Chancellor. |
Dance Studio 3, Arts Centre |
| 14:45-15:05 |
Disability Support and Wellbeing Find out how to access disability support (including for specific learning difficulty, medical condition, mental health, mobility or neurodiversity) and learn about the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) |
A14, Hugh Owen Building |
| 14:45-15:05 | Aber, Y Gymraeg a ti! For Welsh speakers and learners who wish to live and study through the medium of Welsh. (This session will be delivered in Welsh). |
Pantycelyn |
| 14:45-15:10 | Accommodation at Aberystwyth | C22, Hugh Owen Building |
In addition to the above talks, please note that queries can be discussed on an individual basis with representatives in the Information Fair (Level D, Hugh Owen Library) between 9:00-16:00. This includes questions relating to:
- Accommodation
- Global Opportunities
- Student Support Services
- Living and Studying through the Medium of Welsh
Further information on Accommodation Talks and Viewings can be found in the programme listings below.
Information Fair
Information Fair (09:00-16:00)
Level D, Hugh Owen Library
Should you have any queries relating to studying at Aberystwyth, staff will be available throughout the day to answer queries on themes including:
• Accommodation
• Undergraduate Admissions
• Careers Service Support
• Studying Abroad - Global Opportunities
• Support for International Students
• Student Support - Accessibility
• Student Support - Money and Advice
• Student Fees and Finance
• Music Centre
• Learn Welsh
• Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol – Aberystwyth branch
Accommodation Talks and Viewings
Accommodation Talks and Viewings
Please note accommodation viewings work on an ‘Open House’ basis, and visitors are welcome to go directly to the block to view (no need to pre-book). Opening times can be seen below:
Accommodation Viewings
| Time | Accommodation Viewing | Location |
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09:30-16:00 |
Fferm Penglais |
Y Sgubor, Fferm Penglais |
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09:30-16:00 |
Pentre Jane Morgan |
House 24, Pentre Jane Morgan |
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09:30-16:00 |
Rosser |
Hub at Rosser which is located near to the Parry-Williams Building |
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09:30-16:00 |
Pantycelyn (Welsh Medium) |
Accommodation Talks
| Time | Talk | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 09:45-10:10 |
Accommodation Talk A presentation on accommodation provision at Aberystwyth University. This will include information about the residence options available to you, the cost and how to apply for your accommodation choices. |
C22, Hugh Owen Building |
| 10:20-10:45 |
Accommodation Talk A presentation on accommodation provision at Aberystwyth University. This will include information about the residence options available to you, the cost and how to apply for your accommodation choices. |
C22, Hugh Owen Building |
| 14:45-15:10 |
Accommodation Talk A presentation on accommodation provision at Aberystwyth University. This will include information about the residence options available to you, the cost and how to apply for your accommodation choices. |
C22, Hugh Owen Building |
In addition to the above talks, please note that queries can be discussed on an individual basis with representatives from the Accommodation Team who will be based in the Information Fair (Level D, Hugh Owen Library) between 9:00-16:00.
Welsh Medium Talks
In addition to Welsh Medium talks noted in departmental programmes, please find below details of a session open to all Welsh speakers and learners.
| Time | Talk | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 09:20-09:40 | Aber, Y Gymraeg a ti! For Welsh speakers and learners who wish to live and study through the medium of Welsh. (This session will be delivered in Welsh). |
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| 14:45-15:05 | Aber, Y Gymraeg a ti! For Welsh speakers and learners who wish to live and study through the medium of Welsh. (This session will be delivered in Welsh). |
Pantycelyn, Penglais Campus |
Please note that queries regarding living and studying through the medium of Welsh can also be discussed with representatives in the Information Fair in Level D, Hugh Owen Library (9:00-16:00).
Details of accommodation viewings can be found in the Accommodation Talks and Viewings section of the programme.
Library Tours
Join a guided tour of the Hugh Owen Library.
| Amser | Activity | Location |
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| 11:30-12:00 | Library Tour Meet at the entrance Level D Hugh Owen Building. |
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| 14:15-14:45 | Library Tour Meet at the entrance Level D Hugh Owen Building,. |
Sports Centre Tour
Join a guided tour of the Sports Centre.
| Time | Activity | Location |
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| 14:45-15:15 | Sports Centre Tour Meet at the entrance of the Sports Centre. |
Town Tours
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 14:30-15:00 | Town Tour A coach tour of the town departs from Penglais Campus bus stop at 14:30 and lasts for approximately 30 minutes |
Departs from the main bus stop at the entrance to Penglais Campus. |
| 15:30-16:00 | Town Tour (repeat) A coach tour of the town departs from Penglais Campus bus stop at 15:30 and lasts for approximately 30 minutes |
Departs from the main bus stop at the entrance to Penglais Campus. |
Shuttle Bus Service
Aberystwyth Railway Station
During the Applicant Visiting Day, a free shuttle service runs between the town and Penglais campus (9.00 - 16.30). Please call into the welcome desk at the University’s Workstation (next to Aberystwyth train station) to request a bus.
The service will set down and pick up from the main Penglais Campus bus stop, where staff members will be based to assist with queries.
Please note that the last bus to the railway station will leave Penglais Campus at 16.30 although the next train departure is 17:30.
School of Art
A free bus service also operates from Penglais Campus Bus Stop (in the layby just below the University Reception near Penglais Campus entrance) to the School of Art, which is located in the town. The buses will be departing campus on the hour and half hour, between 09:30 - 16:00. Please refer to the School of Art programme for building opening times and activities. Parking is also available on site.
Accommodation
A shuttle bus service runs frequently to Pentre Jane Morgan and Fferm Penglais throughout the day from Penglais Campus bus stop.
School of Art
Art History and Fine Art
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location: Reception, School of Art, Edward Davies Building, Buarth Please note that the School of Art will be open between 09.00 - 16.00 A shuttle bus will run from Penglais campus bus stop to the School of Art on the hour and the half hour. Parking is also available on site. |
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09:00 - 16:00 |
Academic staff members and Student Ambassadors will be available to discuss study at the School of Art; Tours of the School of Art available with our Student Ambassadors; Current work from students on display throughout the school; Museum collection on display with our curatorial team. |
Foyer, Edward Davies Building |
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10:30 - 12:30 |
Taster sessions in Fine Art Contextual talks followed by practical sessions for studio practice. |
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11:00 - 11:30 |
Art History Taster |
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13:00 - 13:30 |
Join our art community - Study fine art at Aberystwyth |
Seminar Room 206 Edward Davies Building |
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13:45 - 14:15 |
Studying art history at Aberystwyth |
Seminar Room 206 Edward Davies Building |
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14:30 - 16:00 |
Optional in-person portfolio reviews for applicants if not already submitted a digital portfolio |
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Aberystwyth Business School
Aberystwyth Business School
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09.00 - 16.00): C22 Foyer, Hugh Owen Building Advice desks – discover more about employability, the Business Society, Welsh medium provision and speak to our current students. |
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11:00-11:30 |
Meet the team |
Outside C22, Hugh Owen Building |
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11:30-11:50 |
Welcome to Aberystwyth Business School |
C22, Hugh Owen Building |
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11:50-12:15 |
Meet our students |
C22, Hugh Owen Building |
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12:15-12:45 |
Taster session |
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12:45-13:45 |
Sample Practical session |
C48, Hugh Owen Building |
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12:45-13:15 |
Parents and supporters Talk |
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13:15-13:45 |
Parents and supporters Q&A |
Foyer C22, Hugh Owen Building |
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13:20 - 13:50 |
Guided Campus Tour Explore campus and get an opportunity to visit our facilities including the Students' Union, Hugh Owen Library and the Sports Centre. |
Meeting point, Foyer, C22 Hugh Owen Building |
Department of Computer Science
Computer Science
| Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Computer Science Reception, Llandinam Building |
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09:00-16:00 |
Show & Tell (Drop in)
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LL-B23, Llandinam Building |
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09:00-11:00 |
Department Tours (Drop in)
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Meeting point, Reception, Llandinam Building |
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11:00-11:30 |
Welcome to Computer Science Talk Discover Computer Science at Aberystwyth University. Learn about our flexible degree options, opportunities for real industry experiences, hands-on learning that balances theory and practice that’s supported by research-active staff and facilities. Hear from our student ambassadors and discover a supportive, inclusive environment that helps students to grow academically and professionally.
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MP-0.15 Physical Sciences Building
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11:30-12:00 |
Sample Lecture Experience a taster lecture and get a real feel for our teaching style across many of our modules. |
MP-0.15, Physical Sciences Building |
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12:00-12:15 |
Studying Through Welsh Discover the exciting benefits of studying Computer Science bilingually through Welsh, including the financial support available. |
MP-0.15, Physical Sciences Building |
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13:00-14:00 |
Sample Workshop |
LL-B59, Llandinam Building |
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13:00-13:30 |
Family and Supporters Session This is an opportunity for guests to join us for a talk and Q&A about what happens post Applicant Visiting Day. |
MP-0.15, Physical Sciences Building |
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14:00-14:30 |
Welcome to Computer Science Talk (Repeat session) Discover Computer Science at Aberystwyth University. Learn about our flexible degree options, opportunities for real industry experiences, hands-on learning that balances theory and practice that’s supported by research-active staff and facilities. Hear from our student ambassadors and discover a supportive, inclusive environment that helps students to grow academically and professionally. |
MP-0.15 Physical Sciences Building
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14:30-15:30 |
Informal Applicant 1:1 Conversations An optional one-to-one chat with academic staff about the courses and student experience. |
LL-B23, Llandinam Building |
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14:00-16:00 |
Department Tours (Drop in)
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Meeting point, Computer Science Reception, Llandinam Building |
School of Education
Education and Childhood Studies
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Ground floor Foyer, P5 |
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09:00-16:00 |
Meet the team Chat with our staff and student ambassadors.
Display of research and assessments in the School of Education Showcase of research projects and student work.
Campus Tours with Student Ambassadors Explore campus and get an opportunity to visit our facilities including the Students' Union, Hugh Owen Library and the Sports Centre.Tours depart from P5 Foyer during the day.
One to one discussions Our academic staff are available to meet applicants and supporters on a one to one basis during the day. If you would like to book an appointment in advance, please email: add-ed@aber.ac.uk
Collect your ConnectED Pathway Certificate |
1.62, 1.64, P5
1.62, P5
Floor 2 interview room, P5
Foyer, P5 |
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11:00-11:45 |
Education and Childhood Studies at Aberystwyth |
English medium1.64, P5 Welsh medium1.62, P5 |
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11:50-12:20 |
Ask our Ambassadors |
1.62, P5 |
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11:50-12:20 |
Ask our Academics |
1.64, P5 |
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12:25-12:55 |
Education Taster Workshop |
1.64, P5 |
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13:00-13:45 |
Education and Childhood Studies at Aberystwyth (Repeat session) |
English medium1.64, P5 Welsh medium1.62, P5 |
Department of English & Creative Writing
English & Creative Writing
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00) Department Foyer, D Floor, Hugh Owen Building |
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09:00-16:00 |
Academic staff and Student Ambassadors will be available in the foyer for one-to-one chats.
Student Ambassadors will be available to accompany visitors on campus tours. |
Department Foyer, D Floor, Hugh Owen Building
Meeting point - Department Foyer, D Floor, Hugh Owen Building |
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11:30-12:00 |
Welcome to the Department |
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12:00-13:30 |
Informal drop in session |
Department Foyer, D Floor, Hugh Owen Building |
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13:30-14:00 |
Applicant session |
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14:15-14:45 |
Applicant session |
C48, Hugh Owen Building |
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13:30-14:30 |
Parents and Supporters Forum |
Department Foyer, D Floor, Hugh Owen Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Department Foyer, D Floor, Hugh Owen Building |
Department of Geography, Earth & Environmental Sciences
Geography, Earth & Environmental Sciences
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Think Tank, Llandinam Building |
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09:00-16:00 |
Degree scheme displays, refreshments and an opportunity to meet lecturers and student ambassadors |
Think Tank, Llandinam Building |
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10:50-11:00 |
Assemble to be welcomed and led to the degree scheme activities |
Think Tank, Llandinam Building |
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11:00-11:30 |
Sample Lecture/Activity for Applicants – Geography (especially those more interested in Physical Geography topics), Physical Geography, Environmental Science, Environmental Earth Science |
C66, Llandinam Building |
| 11.00-11.30 |
Sample Lecture/Activity for Applicants – Sociology A short interactive session delivered by one of our lecturers to give you an insight into one of our undergraduate modules. |
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11:00-11:30 |
Sample Lecture/Activity for Applicants – Human Geography (and Geography students more interested in Human Geography topics) A short interactive session delivered by one of our lecturers to give you an insight into one of our undergraduate modules. |
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11:00-11:30 |
Parents and Supporters Q&A An opportunity to put your questions to a member of staff. |
B20, Llandinam Building |
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11:30-12:30 |
Degree scheme displays, refreshments and an opportunity to meet lecturers and student ambassadors |
Think Tank, Llandinam Building |
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12:30-13:00 |
Question and answer session with student ambassadors An informal roundtable with our current students where you can ask questions about what it is like studying in the Department. |
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13:15-14:00 |
Degree Scheme Talk - Geography (F800) An overview of the topics explored in the Geography degree scheme, how it is taught and assessed, and the careers that graduates have progressed into. There will be time at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
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13:15-14.00 |
Degree Scheme Talk – Physical Geography An overview of the topics explored in the Physical Geography degree scheme, how it is taught and assessed, and the careers that graduates have progressed into. There will be time at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
B20, Llandinam Building |
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13:15-14.00 |
Degree Scheme Talk – Human Geography An overview of the topics explored in the Human Geography degree scheme, how it is taught and assessed, and the careers that graduates have progressed into. There will be time at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
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13:15-14:00 |
Degree Scheme Talk - Daearyddiaeth (Welsh medium) An overview of the topics explored in the Geography degree scheme, how it is taught and assessed, and the careers that graduates have progressed into. There will be time at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
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13:15-14.00 |
Degree Scheme Talk – Environmental Earth Science An overview of the topics explored in the Environmental Earth Science degree scheme, how it is taught and assessed, and the careers that graduates have progressed into. There will be time at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
G3A, Llandinam Building |
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13:15-14.00 |
Degree Scheme Talk – Environmental Science An overview of the topics explored in the Environmental Science degree scheme, how it is taught and assessed, and the careers that graduates have progressed into. There will be time at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
Centenary Laboratory, Llandinam Building |
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13:15-14:00 |
Degree Scheme Talk - Sociology An overview of the topics explored in the Sociology degree scheme, how it is taught and assessed, and the careers that graduates have progressed into. There will be time at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
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14:00-14.45 |
A tour of the department facilities and campus A tour of departmental facilities and the wider campus with a chance to chat with a lecturer and student ambassadors from the department. |
Advised on the day |
Department of History & Welsh History
History & Welsh History
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09.00 - 16.00): Foyer, International Politics and History and Welsh History Building |
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10:00-16:00
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Departmental Drop In Academic Staff and Student Ambassadors will be available to answer queries and further information about our courses will be available. |
Foyer, International Politics Building
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10:15-11:00 |
Introduction to Studying History at Aberystwyth Speaker: Dr Louisa Taylor |
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11:15-12:00 |
Module Showcase |
Steve Crichter Room, International Politics Building |
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12:00-13:00 |
Campus Tours and 1:1 Conversations with Staff and Student Ambassadors |
Meeting point, the Foyer, International Politics Building |
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13:15-13.45 |
Introduction to Studying History at Aberystwyth (Welsh medium session) Speaker: Dr Arddun Arwyn |
North Room, International Politics Building |
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13:45-14:30 |
History Roundtable: ‘Prisoners of War’ Medieval and Modern Comparisons |
Main Hall, International Politics Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Campus Tours and 1:1 Conversations with Staff and Student Ambassadors |
Meeting point, the Foyer, International Politics Building |
Department of Information Studies
Information Studies
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When? |
Talk / Activity |
Where? |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00) Department of Information Studies Reception -3rd Floor, P5 Building |
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11:00-14:30 |
One-to-one meetings with staff |
Department of Information Studies Reception, 3rd Floor, P5 |
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11:00-12:00 |
First Career Steps in Cultural Heritage - Libraries, Archives, Museums and Information Management |
1.61, P5 |
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12:30-13:30 |
Qualifying for a Career - Postgraduate Opportunities in Information Management, Libraries and Archives |
1.61, P5 |
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13:30-14:30 |
Department and Campus Tours |
Department of Information Studies Reception, 3rd Floor, P5 |
Department of International Politics
International Politics
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Foyer, International Politics Building |
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09:00-16:00 |
Exhibition and Conversations with Staff and Student Ambassadors |
Foyer and Main Hall, International Politics Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Taster Lecture |
Main Hall, International Politics Building |
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11:45-12:30 |
Studying Politics & International Relations at Aberystwyth |
Main Hall, International Politics Building |
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12:30-13:10 |
Studying International Politics through the Medium of Welsh |
North Room, International Politics Building |
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12:30-13:10 |
Exhibition and Conversations with Staff and Student Ambassadors |
Foyer and Main Hall, International Politics Building |
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13:10-13:50 |
Post-Conflict Reconstruction Workshop: For Applicants |
Steve Crichter Room, International Politics Building |
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13:10-13:50
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Ask our Staff Questions: For Parents and Supporters |
West Room, International Politics Building |
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14:00-14:30 |
The Student Ambassador Perspective on Interpol at Aber |
Steve Crichter Room, International Politics Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Campus Tours, Conversations with Staff and Student Ambassadors |
Meeting point at 14:30, Foyer, International Politics Building |
Department of Law & Criminology
Law & Criminology
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Dialogue Centre, Visualisation Centre |
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09:00-16:00 |
Staff and Student Ambassadors from the Department will be available to talk with you individually about any aspects of studying and student life Refreshments available |
Dialogue Centre, Visualisation Centre |
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11:00-11:25 |
Studying Law in Aber |
Dialogue Centre, Visualisation Centre |
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11:00-11:25 |
Studying Criminology in Aber |
0.06, Visualisation Centre |
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11:30-12:30 |
“Send them down?!” |
Dialogue Centre, Visualisation Centre |
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12:30-13:15 |
One-to-one discussions |
Dialogue Centre, Visualisation Centre |
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13:00-14:45 |
Student ambassador led Campus tours |
Meeting point, foyer, Visualisation Centre |
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13:15-13:35 |
Student Life: Supporting You |
Dialogue Centre, Visualisation Centre |
Department of Life Sciences
Agriculture
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd |
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11:40-12:20 |
Degree Scheme talks for Agriculture, Agriculture with Animal Science, Agriculture with Business Management |
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-15:00 |
Farm visit |
Meeting point, outside Edward Llwyd |
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15:00-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Animal Behaviour
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd Building |
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11:40-12:20 |
Animal Behaviour Degree Scheme talk |
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-13:45 |
Interactive session for Applicants |
Meeting point 1, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-14:30 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
| 14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Biology & Microbiology
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd Building |
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11:40-12:20 |
Biology & Microbiology Degree Scheme talks |
3.34, Edward Llwyd Building
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-13:45 |
Interactive Laboratory session for Applicants |
Meeting point 3, outside, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:45-14:30 |
Applicants Session |
Meeting point 3, outside, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-14:00 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Ecology, Wildlife Conservation & Plant Biology
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd Building |
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11:40-12:20 |
Ecology, Wildlife Conservation, Plant Biology Degree Scheme talks |
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-13:45 |
Interactive session for Applicants |
Meeting point 1, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:45-14:30 |
Applicant session |
Meeting point 2, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-14:00 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Genetics, Biochemistry & Biomedical Science
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd Building |
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11:40-12:20 |
Genetics, Biochemistry & Biomedical Science Degree Scheme talks |
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-13:45 |
Interactive Laboratory session for Applicants |
Meeting point 3, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:45-14:30 |
Applicant session |
Meeting point 3, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-14:00 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Health Science
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd Building |
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11:40-12:20 |
Health Science Degree Scheme talk |
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-13:45 |
Interactive Applicant session |
Meeting point 4, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:45-14:30 |
Interactive Applicant session |
Meeting point 4, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-14:00 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Life Sciences - Nursing
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When? |
Talk / Activity |
Where? |
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Departmental welcome point /helpdesk location: 09.00 - 13.00 Room 0.31, Gwendolen Rees Building / 13.00 - 16.00 Reception, Healthcare Education Centre |
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11:00-11:30 |
Nursing - The Aber Experience |
Gwendolen Rees Building - Room 0.32 |
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11:30-12:00 |
Real Life Nursing – The lowdown on placements |
Gwendolen Rees Building - Room 0.32 |
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12:00-13:00 |
Informal Q&A / networking |
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13:00 |
Meet in the reception area of Gwendolen Rees Building
Offer-holders to be escorted to the Healthcare Education Centre
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Gwendolen Rees Building - meet at reception |
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13:10 - 13:30 |
Life as a Student Nurse |
CS4, Healthcare Education Centre |
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13:30 - 15:00 |
Hands-on in the HEC (Scheme Activities for Offer holders only) Join our clinical skills team in the Healthcare Education Centre or HEC as it’s known, for an afternoon of hands-on nursing activities |
Clinical Skills Suites, Healthcare Education Centre |
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13:00-14:30 |
Tours of Town and Campus for Parents and Supporters |
Locations advised when registering with the Department on the day |
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14:30 - 15:00 |
Parents/Guardians Tour of the Healthcare Education Centre |
Meeting point reception area of Gwendolen Rees Building |
Marine & Freshwater Biology
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd Building |
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11:40-12:20 |
Marine & Freshwater Biology Degree Scheme talk |
0.01, Edward Llwyd Building |
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-13:45 |
Applicant Microscopy session |
1.14, Edward Llwyd Building |
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13:45-14:30 |
Applicant session |
Meeting point 2, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-14:00 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Sports & Exercise Science
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
There will be plenty of opportunities to chat with our ambassadors and staff, who will be more than happy to answer any questions and share their experiences. |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd Building |
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11:40-12:20 |
Sports & Exercise Science Degree Scheme talk |
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-13:45 |
Interactive session for Applicants |
Meeting point 4, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:45-14:30 |
Interactive session for Applicants |
Meeting point 4, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-14:00 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Veterinary Nursing
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Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
The Department of Life Sciences is based in two main buildings: Edward Llwyd and Gwendolen Rees. Some activities will also take place in the Veterinary Education Centre (VEC) and the Carwyn James Building (CJB). Don’t worry about finding your way around — our friendly student ambassadors will be on hand throughout the day to point you in the right direction.
There will be plenty of opportunities to chat with our ambassadors and staff, who will be more than happy to answer any questions and share their experiences. |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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10:45-11:30 |
Welcome to Veterinary Nurse Degree |
1.31 Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:30-12:30 |
Interactive session |
Veterinary Education Centre |
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12.30 - 13.15 |
Visit to Equine Yard |
Meeting point, Veterinary Education Centre |
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13.15 - 15:30 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Veterinary Biosciences & Equine Biosciences
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26, Edward Llwyd Building |
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11:40-12:20 |
Veterinary Biosciences and Equine Biosciences Degree Scheme talks |
1.32, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
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13:00-14:00 |
Equine Yard visit for applicants |
Equine Yard tour sign, outside Edward Llwyd Building |
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14:00-14:45 |
Interactive Activity |
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13:00-14:00 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
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14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Zoology
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| 09:00-16:00 |
Our Applicant Visit Days are packed with exciting activities and plenty of opportunities to meet both our staff and students. You’ll have the chance to explore your degree options, ask questions, and get a real feel for what life is like at Aberystwyth University.
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Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
| 11:00-11:40 |
Student Experience Talk and Panel Q&A |
0.26 Edward Llwyd building |
| 11:40-12:20 |
Zoology Degree Scheme talk |
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| 12:20-13:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
| 13:00-13:45 |
Interactive Applicant session |
Meeting point 1, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
| 13:45-14:30 |
Interactive Applicant session |
Meeting point 1, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
| 13:00-14:00 |
Town tour for parents and supporters |
Meeting point, outside Gwendolen Rees Building |
| 14:30-16:00 |
Informal drop in session |
Information Hub, Gwendolen Rees Building |
Department of Mathematics
Mathematics
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Foyer, Physical Sciences Building |
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09:00-11:00 |
Drop-in session |
Foyer, Physical Sciences Building |
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11:00-12:15 |
Discovering Mathematics at Aberystwyth |
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12:15-13:15 |
Explore your Future: Applicant Session |
Library, 4th Floor, Physical Sciences Building |
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12:15-13:15 |
Parents and Supporters Forum |
Library, 4th Floor, Physical Sciences Building |
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13:15 - 16:00 |
Drop-in session |
Foyer, Physical Sciences Building |
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14:00-14:30 |
Guided Tour of the Campus |
Meeting point, Foyer, Physical Sciences Building |
Welsh speaking applicants and their parents and supporters will be able to converse in Welsh in the drop-in sessions and the one-to-one meetings with a lecturer. The informal discussions also provide Welsh-speaking applicants a chance to learn more about studying through the medium of Welsh.
Department of Modern Languages
Modern Languages
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Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Modern Languages Foyer, D Floor (in front of room D7) Hugh Owen Building |
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09:00-16:00 |
Modern Languages Hub Join us in the foyer anytime for a relaxed chat and a cuppa. Talk to our lecturers and current students about your degree, languages, the Year Abroad scheme, and life in Aberystwyth. |
Modern Languages Foyer, D Floor, Hugh Owen Building |
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11:30-12:00 |
Welcome Talk: Your Future with Languages Ambition, flexibility, and individual support set our languages department apart. This opens doors to exciting and diverse careers - from teaching and research to HR, law, business and travel - and it all starts here at Aber. |
D54, Hugh Owen Building |
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12:00-13:00 |
More Than Words : What Learning Languages Really Teaches You Step into student life! Experience our lectures and seminars, practise your language skills and explore the cultures that bring languages to life. Sessions available in multiple languages. |
D54 & D59, Hugh Owen Building |
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13:30-14:30 |
Speak Your Future Language Practice, show off your skills, or get advice in a one-to-one chat with a languages lecturer. Talk languages, share your passion - and your favourite word! |
Modern Languages Foyer, D Floor, Hugh Owen Building |
Department of Physics
Physics and Engineering
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Foyer, Physical Sciences Building |
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9:00-16:00 |
Departmental drop in
During this time year 1 lab experiments will be available to view, and project work will be displayed. |
Foyer, Physical Sciences Building
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11:00-11:45 |
Welcome to the Department Discover more about our Department, research interests, graduate employability, and the Aberystwyth Student experience. |
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11:50- 12:30 |
Parent and Supporters Q&A session An opportunity for parents and supporters to ask questions to staff and current students. |
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11:50- 12:30 |
Applicant Session Informal one-to-one discussions with teaching staff Life as a Physics Student at Aberystwyth |
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12:30- 13:00 |
Guided Department and Campus Tours This is an opportunity to explore campus as well as visit our teaching rooms, laboratories, computer suites, and research facilities. It will give you an overview of your learning environment and an opportunity to chat with current students. |
Meeting point, Foyer, Physical Sciences Building |
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13:00- 13:30 |
Drop in Sessions - One to one discussions Showcase of undergraduate laboratory experiments and an opportunity for one to one conversations with staff and student ambassadors. |
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13:00- 13:30 |
Drop in Sessions - Studying Physics through the medium of Welsh An opportunity to speak with one of our Welsh medium lecturers (also available for consultation throughout the day). |
Meeting point, Foyer, Physical Sciences Building |
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13:30- 14:00 |
Taster talk : The Sun A brief lecture on the physics of the Sun. Get an insight into the teaching offered using specific research examples from the Space Physics Group at Aberystwyth. The group specialises in the development of eruptive features on the Sun, the evolution of the outer atmosphere extending into the solar wind, and its impact on the environment of the planets. |
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Department of Psychology
Psychology
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Medrus, Penbryn & P5 Foyer |
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09:00-16:00 |
Psychology Facilities Tours Guided tour of the new Beatrice Edgell Laboratories, showcasing cutting-edge psychology facilities including eye-tracker, a driving simulator, BIOPAC systems and more, as well as how students learn through real research. |
Meeting point at Foyer, P5 |
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10:00-16:00 |
Campus Tours Guided tour showcasing campus highlights, including library and study spaces, lecture theatres, social areas, sports and arts centres and research centres. |
Meeting point at Foyer, P5 |
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10:00-16:00 |
Academic Discussion Sessions Request one-to-one or small group conversations with academic staff to explore your options. |
Meeting point at Foyer, P5 (Sessions will take place in a quiet and private space). |
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10:00-13:00 |
Welsh-Medium Insights & Opportunities |
Medrus 2, Penbryn |
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11:00-11:45 |
Psychology at Aberystwyth Welcome talk by Head of Department, Prof. Charles Musselwhite, offering insights into life as a psychology student at Aberystwyth, followed by a student ambassador’s experience and Q&A. |
Medrus Main, Penbryn |
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12:00-12:45 |
Explore our single and joint honours schemes, take part in a sample learning activity (workshop, seminar or mini lecture) and join a Q&A with staff and student ambassadors. |
Medrus 1, Penbryn |
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12:15-13:00 |
Discover our Psychology with Forensic Psychology schemes, experience a sample activity (workshop, seminar or mini lecture) and join a Q&A with staff and student ambassadors. |
0.62, P5 |
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12:30-13:15 |
Experience our Psychology with Counselling schemes, followed by an interactive sample activity (workshop, seminar or mini lecture) and a Q&A with staff and student ambassadors. |
0.61, P5 |
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13:30-14:15 |
Psychology with a year abroad & year in industry Learn about our Psychology with year abroad & year in industry schemes, take part in a sample learning activity (workshop, seminar or mini lecture) and join a Q&A with staff and student ambassadors involved in these schemes. |
Medrus 1, Penbryn |
Additional Information:
Please be aware that our meet-and-greet stations and activities are located at two separate sites: Penbryn 5 (Department of Psychology) and Medrus (Conference Centre). These are in different buildings on campus, and it takes approximately 5 minutes to walk between them. For guidance on getting to your scheduled activity, please speak with the staff at the central desks in the Arts Centre.
Department of Theatre, Film & Television Studies
Theatre, Film & Television Studies
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Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Foyer, Parry Williams Building |
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09:00-16:00
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Staff and Student Ambassadors will be available for one-to-one conversations as well as offering tours of the Department facilities, University Campus and Arts Centre. |
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11:15-11:45 |
Presentation: Welcome and Introduction to the Department of Theatre, Film and Television Studies |
Cinema, Aberystwyth Arts Centre |
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11:50-12:15 |
Presentation: Studying through the medium of Welsh |
Cinema, Parry-Williams Building |
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12:15-13:15 |
Scheme Talk and Taster Workshop: BA Film and Television Studies An opportunity to participate in a sample session from a module on this degree scheme. Here you will get a flavour of the scheme and expectations of study at this level. |
RGJ studio, Parry-Williams Building |
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12:15-13:15 |
Scheme Talk & Taster Workshop: BA Writing for Broadcasting, Media and Performance An opportunity to participate in a sample session from a module on this degree scheme. Here you will get a flavour of the scheme and expectations of study at this level. |
Seminar Room 1, Parry-Williams Building |
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12:15-13:15 |
Scheme Talk and Taster Workshop: Media and Communications Studies An opportunity to participate in a sample session from a module on this degree scheme. Here you will get a flavour of the scheme and expectations of study at this level. |
Cinema, Parry-Williams Building |
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13:30-14:30 |
Scheme Talk and Taster Workshop: Filmmaking An opportunity to participate in a sample session from a module on this degree scheme. Here you will get a flavour of the scheme and expectations of study at this level. |
Cinema, Parry-Williams Building |
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13:30-14:30 |
Scheme Talk and Taster Workshop: BA Drama and Theatre An opportunity to participate in a sample session from a module on this degree scheme. Here you will get a flavour of the scheme and expectations of study at this level. |
Foundry Studio, Parry-Williams Building |
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14:45-15:15 |
Ask Our Ambassadors This is an opportunity to find out about student life from our student ambassadors. |
Foundry Studio, Parry-Williams Building |
Department of Welsh & Celtic Studies
Welsh & Celtic Studies
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Time |
Activity |
Location |
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Departmental welcome point/helpdesk location (09:00-16:00): Foyer, Parry-Williams Building |
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9:00-16:00 |
Welcome Desk |
Foyer, Parry-Williams Building |
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11:00–11:30 |
Welcome to the Department of Welsh and Celtic Studies |
(English medium)1.51, (Welsh medium) 2.51, Parry-Williams Building |
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11:30-12:15 |
Celfyddyd a Chrefft Cyfieithu (Welsh medium talk). |
2.51, Parry-Williams Building |
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11:30-12:15 |
Taster Session Blasu’r Wyddeleg; a Taste of Irish; Blas na Gaeilge (Bi/trilingual session) |
1.51, Parry-Williams Building |
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12:15-13:00 |
‘Chwilio am Air a Chael Mwy’: o gam i gam at gynganeddu (Welsh medium) |
2.51, Parry-Williams Building |
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12:15-13:00 |
Mawr, Mwy y Mwyaf: mwynhau’r ansoddeiriau |
1.51, Parry-Williams Building |
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13:00-13:45 |
Language is more than words: why study Welsh and the Celtic Languages? |
2.51, Parry-Williams Building |
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14:30-15:30 |
Campus Tour (including a visit to the National Library) |
Meeting point, foyer, Parry-Williams Building |
Filming during the Open Day on Saturday 28 March
Please note that filming will be taking place in some locations during the Visiting Day on Saturday 28 March which may be used in University advertising, the website and on social media.
Please inform a member of staff if you would prefer not to be filmed. If you have any queries in advance of the event, please get in touch (applicant@aber.ac.uk).
