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Student Hub
VISITOR MAP
Campus tours run every 30 minutes from 10.45am - 2.45pm
To Eden shopping centre, bus station & Brook Street Halls of Residence
WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY? Discover Bucks New University at our Open Day, where you can plan your own activities. Whether you choose to meet our students and staff, take a campus tour, or explore our accommodation, the choice is yours. Use the checklist below to help you organise your day and make the most of your visit.
YOUR OPEN DAY TIMETABLE Check in - have your QR code ready. Welcome talk - find out more about our University and what makes us special. Course presentation - check the timetable to find out when and where this is for your chosen course. This session will give you a greater insight into the course and a chance to ask all your questions. View course facilities - whether it is the art studios or our psychology labs, make sure you get to see the equipment and facilities available to you on your course. Chat to academics and students - there are no silly questions, so please ask away. Our course leaders are available in the main The Atrium.
Campus tour - visit the library, The Gym, the cafés and get a feel for the whole campus on a guided tour with our Student Ambassadors. (Please note: you do not need to book on to a campus tour). Students’ Union - don’t forget the social side. What societies can you join? What is on the menu in the bar? What events do the Students’ Union run? What is The Big Deal? Student support - our support staff are on hand to talk to you about any additional needs, student finance, applications and admissions. The town - have a wander out into High Wycombe town centre and experience the shops, restaurants and street food market. It’s all right on our doorstep.
Accommodation tour - book your tour with us when you get here and choose which accommodation you would like to see.
MazeMap – scan the QR code to use our interactive map and find your way to talks, tours and facilities across campus.
OUR ACCOMMODATION BROOK STREET Brook Street is our budget option halls of residence. It is arranged in flats of 8 to 10 rooms with a shared kitchen diner, two shared toilets and two shared shower rooms. Each room has a single bed, desk, chair, wardrobe and chest of drawers plus a sink in each room with mirror, light and under-sink storage. It is 5 minute walk from campus.
Brook Street
HUGHENDEN STUDENT VILLAGE Hughenden Student Village is our largest halls of residence and is arranged in flats of 6 rooms with a shared kitchen diner. All rooms have a small double bed and are en-suite. It is approx 15 minute walk from campus. We have coaches running to this accommodation throughout our open day. Hughenden Student Village
WINDSOR HOUSE Windsor House is right in the middle of High Wycombe, around 5 minute walk from the campus. It is arranged in flats of 6 rooms with a shared kitchen diner. All rooms have a small double bed and are en-suite.
Windsor House
JOIN US ON AN ACCOMMODATION TOUR
All our halls of residence include: • Bills and insurance included in your rent • Free Wi-Fi • 24/7 on-site security, pastoral and welfare support
Tours depart every 30 minutes. Book your accommodation tour to Brook Street or Hughenden Student Village at the accommodation stand in the main Atrium or through the QR codes below.
Brook Street Halls
Numbers are limited per tour so booking is essential.
To book on to a tour for Brook Street
To book on to a tour for Hughenden Student Village
To check out our accommodation online
• 5-10 minute walk from High Wycombe Campus • Shared bathroom facilities • Single bed • Standard room - £99 per week • Studio room - £188.50 per week Hughenden Student Village • 15-20 minute walk from High Wycombe Campus • En-suite rooms • Small double bed • En-suite room - £162 per week • Studio room - £207 per week
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Windsor House • 5-10 minutes walk from High Wycombe Campus • En-suite rooms • Small double bed • En-suite room - £198 per week • Studio room - £218 per week
Brook Street accommodation tour times
Hughenden Student Village accommodation tour times 10.45am
11.15am
11.45am
10.00am
10.30am
11.00am
12.15pm
12.45pm
1.15pm
11.30am
12.00pm
12.30pm
1.45pm
2.15pm
2.45pm
1.00pm
1.30pm
2.00pm
2.30pm
Chat to the team on the stand or email accommodation@bucks.ac.uk with any questions.
ALEX HOUSE Short-Stay Accommodation at our High Wycombe Campus
On campus, great value overnight accommodation
Clean, comfortable, en-suite rooms
STUDENT RATE: £35 per room per night (double or twin)
Available Monday - Friday
Open to all Bucks students and staff
SCAN QR CODE TO BOOK ON TO A TOUR OF ALEX HOUSE
TOUR TIMES 10.00am 1.00pm 11.00am 2.00pm 12.00pm
OUR STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES We offer a wide range of student support services designed to help you feel supported, safe, and confident throughout your university journey. •
Our Student Hub provides accessible, front-line advice and guidance on everything from bursaries and timetable queries to everyday questions and challenges.
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Our Safeguarding, Well-being, Counselling, and Mental Health services offer free support to help manage personal pressures, maintain your health and wellbeing, and build resilience while you study.
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Our Disability and Inclusion Services offer highly personalised support, using a working diagnosis model which centres on each student’s individual needs.
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Our Multi-Faith Chaplaincy provides a welcoming space for reflection, spiritual support, and pastoral care for students of all faiths and none, contributing to a respectful and inclusive campus community.
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We offer financial help and support during your studies, including information on bursaries, hardship funding and budgeting.
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We offer targeted support for students with additional responsibilities, including family support and young carers, alongside safeguarding and safety initiatives to help you feel secure and supported at all times.
Talk to us today about how these services create a welcoming, inclusive community where you can access the right support at the right time, tailored to your individual needs.
See what our Student Support services can offer you.
You can also email advice@bucks.ac.uk or call 0330 123 2023.
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General sessions
Day activities
You can plan your own timetable and attend the sessions that most apply to you. We would suggest you check the time of your course session on the next few pages and then build your day around that. We have lots of campus and accommodation tours going throughout the event so you should be able to fit everything in. SESSION
TIME
WHERE
ACTIVITY
Welcome Talk
10.00am - 10.30am
Gateway Lecture Theatre
Introduction to Bucks New University and student life.
Accommodation tours
From 10.45am
From the Winter Garden
Please book on to your tour via the QR code, or at the accommodation stand in The Atrium. Walking tours to Brook Street last approximately one hour. Coach tours to Hughenden last approximately one hour.
Campus tours
From 10.45am
Depart every 30 minutes from The Atrium
Campus tours last approximately one hour (please note, you do not need to book on to a campus tour).
Admissions
9.30am - 3.00pm
The Atrium
Questions about your application or need advice with writing your personal statement? Come and talk to our admissions team!
Accommodation
9.30am - 3.00pm
The Atrium
Talk to the accommodation team about your options and book a tour!
Fees and Funding
9.30am - 3.00pm
The Atrium
Find out about fees and funding, scholarships and bursaries.
Well-being
9.30am - 3.00pm
The Atrium
Need extra help, support, or counselling services? The team is here for you.
Students’ Union
9.30am - 3.00pm
The Atrium
Our Students’ Union is rated Top 5 in the UK. Fancy joining a society or starting a new hobby? Speak to our SU team and find out more about The Big Deal!
Quiet Zone
9.30am - 3.00pm
Willow
Take a breather from touring our campus. The Quiet Zone is a dedicated area to recharge your phone, review your Open Day guide, or simply enjoy a few minutes of peace.
Scan the QR code to view our most up-to-date menus and special offers.
Based in the 1950’s style Airstream™ caravan located opposite the entrance to The Venue. Evening opening hours vary according to scheduled events. Open Monday-Friday, noon-3pm Menu subject to availability.
COURSE
TIME
ROOM Gateway building 1st Floor, Room 13 (Animation VFX)
3D Game Art
11.00am - 12.30pm
Acting for Stage and Screen
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, Ground Floor, Drama Studio 1
Adult Nursing
Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
Then move to Gateway building, Ground Floor, Video Studio 2
Gateway building 1st Floor, Room 13 (Animation VFX) Animation
11.00am - 12.30pm
Architectural Design and Technology
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake 2nd Floor, Room 29/30
Audio and Music Production
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building 1st Floor, Audio Studio 1
Aviation Management
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing 2nd Floor Room 15
Aviation Management with Commercial Pilot Training in Aeroplanes
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, Ground Floor, Gateway Lecture Theatre
Then move to Gateway building, Ground Floor, Video Studio 2
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Aviation Management with Commercial Pilot Training in Helicopters
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, Ground Floor, Gateway Lecture Theatre
Aviation Management with Logistics
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing 2nd Floor Room 15
Aviation Management with Private Pilot Training in Aeroplanes
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, Ground Floor, Gateway Lecture Theatre
Aviation Management with Private Pilot Training in Helicopters
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, Ground Floor, Gateway Lecture Theatre
Business Management
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 10
Childhood Studies with Early Years
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2
Childhood Studies with Primary Education
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2
Children’s Nursing
Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
Uxbridge Campus - Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
11.00am - 12.30pm
Engineering School, Workshops 1st Floor, Room 7b
Civil Engineering
MazeMap – scan the QR code to use our interactive map and find your way to talks, tours and facilities across campus.
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Computer Games Development
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 6
Computer Science
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 1
Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 1
Costume Design and Making
11.00am - 12.30pm
Red Shed, 1st Floor, Room 01a
Counselling and Psychotherapy
12.30pm - 2.00pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 6
Creative Advertising
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake, 1st Floor, Room 13
Criminology
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 1
Criminology and Forensic Studies
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 1
Criminology and Law
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 1
Cyber Security
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 1
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Cyber Security MSci (Hons)
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 1
Cyber Security Engineer (FDSc)
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 1
Dance
10.30am - 11.30am
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 2
Data Science
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 1
Diagnostic Radiography
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor Room 14
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
11.00am - 12.30pm
Engineering School, Workshops 1st Floor, Room 7b
Engineering Design
11.00am - 12.30pm
Engineering School, Workshops 1st Floor, Room 7b
Events Management
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building 1st Floor, Room 11
Fashion Design
11.00am - 12.30pm
Red Shed, 2nd Floor, Room 01C
MazeMap – scan the QR code to use our interactive map and find your way to talks, tours and facilities across campus.
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Film and Television Production
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, Ground Floor, Video Studio 1
Film Production
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, Ground Floor, Video Studio 1
Finance and Accounting
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 10
Finance and Business
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 10
Fine Art
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake, 1st Floor, Room 07a
Forensic Psychology
12.30pm - 2.00pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 6
Global Security with Strategic Analysis
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 05
Global Security with Aviation
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 05
Global Security with Intelligence Analysis
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 05
Global Security with Investigation
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 05
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Graphic Design
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake, 1st Floor, Room 13
Hair and Make-Up for Film and Performance
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake, 1st Floor, Room 02
Health and Social Care (FDA)
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 13
Health and Social Science
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 1
Illustration
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake, 1st Floor, Room 13
Interior and Spatial Design
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake, 2nd Floor, Room 25
International Business Studies
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 10
International Hospitality Management
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 11
Law
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 5th Floor, Room 05 - Courtroom
MazeMap – scan the QR code to use our interactive map and find your way to talks, tours and facilities across campus.
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Marketing
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 10
Mechanical Engineering
11.00am - 12.30pm
Engineering School, Workshops 1st Floor, Room 7b
Mental Health Nursing
Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
Uxbridge Campus - Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
Midwifery (Uxbridge Campus)
Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
Uxbridge Campus - Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
Midwifery (High Wycombe Campus)
11.00am - 12.30pm
Workshops, 1st Floor, Room 4a - Clinical Skills Lab
Music and Live Events Management
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building 1st Floor, Room 11
Music Business
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building 1st Floor, Room 11
Music Production
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 4th Floor, Room 6
Music Production and Business
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building 1st Floor, Audio Studio 1
Music Production and Performance
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building 1st Floor, Audio Studio 1
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Musical Theatre
11.45am - 12.45pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 2
Occupational Therapy
11.00am - 12.30pm
South Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 5
Operating Department Practice
11.00am - 12.30pm
South Wing, 4th Floor, Room 4
Paramedic Science
11.00am - 12.30pm
South Wing, 2nd Floor Room 7 a + b
Photography
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake, 2nd Floor, Room 06
Physiotherapy
11.00am - 12.30pm
South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 4
Product and Furniture Design
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake Ground Floor Room 05
Professional Practice - Early Years
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2
Professional Practice - Education & Training
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2
MazeMap – scan the QR code to use our interactive map and find your way to talks, tours and facilities across campus.
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Professional Practice - Primary Education
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2
Professional Practice in Healthcare
Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand at 9.45am
Uxbridge Campus - Please meet at the College of Health and Society stand in The Atrium at 9.45am
Psychology
12.30pm - 2.00pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 6
Public Health
11.00am - 12.00pm
North Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 12
Set Design for Stage and Screen
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake Ground Floor Room 05
SFX Props and Modelmaking for Film and TV
11.00am - 12.30pm
Timberlake 1st Floor Room 13
Social Work
11.00am - 12.30pm
North Wing, 2nd Floor, Room 11
Software Developer (FDSc)
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 1
Software Engineering
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building, 4th Floor, Room 1
Songwriting and Music Production
11.00am - 12.30pm
Gateway building 1st Floor, Audio Studio 1
COURSE
Sport and Exercise Science
TIME
10.30am - 11.00am - Welcome to Sport 11.00am - 12.30pm - course talk
ROOM 10.30am - 11.00am Welcome to Sport talk in: South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2 a + b 11.00am - 12.30pm course talk in: South Wing, 1st Floor, Room 1
Sport and Exercise Science with Strength and Conditioning
Sports Coaching with Football Development and Performance
Sports Coaching with Performance Sport
10.30am - 11.00am - Welcome to Sport 11.00am - 12.30pm - course talk
10.30am - 11.00am Welcome to Sport talk in: South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2 a + b 11.00am - 12.30pm course talk in: South Wing, 1st Floor, Room 1
10.30am - 11.00am - Welcome to Sport 11.00am - 12.30pm - course talk
Welcome to Sport talk and course talk in: South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2 a + b
10.30am - 11.00am - Welcome to Sport 11.00am - 12.30pm - course talk
Welcome to Sport talk and course talk in: South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2 a + b
MazeMap – scan the QR code to use our interactive map and find your way to talks, tours and facilities across campus.
COURSE
TIME
ROOM
Sports Coaching with Physical Education
10.30am - 11.00am - Welcome to Sport 11.00am - 12.30pm - course talk
Welcome to Sport talk and course talk in: South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2 a + b
Sports Therapy
10.30am - 11.00am - Welcome to Sport 11.00am - 12.30pm - course talk
Visual Effects
11.00am - 12.30pm
Welcome to Sport
10.30am - 11.00am
10.30am - 11.00am Welcome to Sport talk in: South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2 a + b 11.00am - 12.30pm course talk in: South Wing, 1st Floor, Room 4 Gateway building 1st Floor, Room 13 (Animation VFX) Then move to Gateway building, Ground Floor, Video Studio 2 South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 2 a + b
OPEN DAY CHECKLIST Here are a few questions to help you find out everything you need to know about our university – feel free to ask our staff and students any questions during the day or via our website chat at bucks.ac.uk. THE UNIVERSITY
YOUR COURSE
Where is the university in relation to the town?
Will I be taught face to face on campus?
Are the public transport links good?
What is the timetable like?
Is the university on one campus or spread out?
How many hours will I be taught?
Is there transport between the campuses?
How much teaching is practical?
ACCOMMODATION Is accommodation in university halls guaranteed for first years? Can you walk to the halls of residence? How much does accommodation cost? Is there a choice of options, such as en-suite rooms or studios? STUDENT SUPPORT
How will I be assessed – practical/exams/coursework? What are the entry requirements? Is there an interview, audition or portfolio review? How do I apply? What are the facilities for teaching? What industry/business experience will I get? What do your graduates go on to do?
What support is available to me? I have a disability – what additional support is available to me? What clubs and societies can I join? Are there any scholarships or bursaries I can apply for? When is the library open? Will I feel safe here? Are there any additional fees? MazeMap – scan the QR code to use our interactive map and find your way to talks, tours and facilities across campus.
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University of the Year for South East England*
UK’s top
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WHAT’S ON TODAY! There’s so much to see and do on campus today, with chances to win free prizes, a meet and greet with our mascot Rusty Buck and so much more!
Stop by our students’ union stand •
Chat to our team and collect our student newspaper to find out what’s on at Bucks.
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Spin to Win! Fancy winning some great prizes?
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You could win anything from a free pizza slice to our SU branded merchandise.
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Fancy some merch? From T-shirts to hoodies! We have it all!
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Don’t forget to grab a FREE lunch in The Kitchen with your meal voucher!
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Stop by the Students’ Union Stand, Lounge and The Venue for mini-golf and so much more!
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