PG Open Day Programme June 2022

Postgraduate

Open Day Programme City Campus

#NUOpenDay

25 June 2022 9am–3pm

Welcome!

Welcome to Northumbria University, we are delighted that you are considering studying here and are pleased to welcome you on campus for our Open Day.

as enjoying the vibrant student community that we have here in Newcastle. Be sure to talk to our staff and students and ask lots of questions while you are here.

Open Days are a great opportunity to find out more about why we are a research-intensive modern university with a global reputation for academic excellence. Visit our outstanding facilities and discover the range of support services we offer our students, as well

We hope you enjoy your day!

Northumbria University Open Day Team ug.events@northumbria.ac.uk

We recommend that you arrive on campus at least 30 minutes before your first talk or activity to give yourself time to check in at one of our Registration points.

Please note that information, advice and guidance received at the Open Day is accurate as of today, but can be subject to change as we review our courses to ensure that they are up to date and relevant and that you are receiving the best possible educational experience. Our website is the most up to date place to review our information. In the event of changes the University will consult and inform students in good time and will take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.

Which Campus?

Contents

Check Which Campus to Attend

• Nursing, Midwifery and Health

Welcome

2

• Physiotherapy

Which Campus?

3

• Social Work, Education & Community Wellbeing

How to Make the Most of Your Day

4

Getting Here

6

Shuttle Buses

7

City Campus Map

8

Accommodation Map

9

Northumbria University has two campuses in Newcastle – City Campus and Coach Lane Campus.

Please make sure you check which Campus the subjects that you are interested in are held at.

If the subjects that you are interested in are at City Campus, you are on the correct side of the Programme.

If you are interested in any of the following subject areas, these are at Coach Lane Campus, so please turn the Programme over for further information on your Subject, General Sessions and Tours.

There is lots on offer at both campuses so you won’t miss out.

There is also a free shuttle bus between City Campus and Coach Lane Campus running on the day if you would like to see both campuses (see page 7).

City Central Exhibition Guide

10

General Sessions and Tours

11

Postgraduate Study

12

Grab a Bite to Eat

13

Day Planner

14

Find Out More

15

Get In Touch

16

Coach Lane Campus Programme

2

17–24

3

How to Make the Most of Your Day Check-in * Register and collect your Open Day programme on arrival, then take a look around the Central Exhibition.

As there is so much to see we recommend that you arrive early, Registration and the Central Exhibition are open from 09.00. * You can register at either our City or Coach Lane Campus – check which is most relevant to the subjects you are interested in.

Plan Your Day Use this guide to decide what you want to see and plan your day to maximise your time with us (see the Planner on page 14).

Welcome Talk Find out why you should choose to study at Northumbria at our University Executive Welcome.

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Subject Information Discover more about the course you are interested in and talk to academics on the Department stands in the Central Exhibition.

Accommodation All students are guaranteed a room in our student accommodation; some of our accommodation is available to view on the day or speak to our Accommodation Team in the Central Exhibition to find out more.

Chat to Students Talk to our Event Reps about what it is like to be a current student living and studying here. They are on hand to guide you around the Campus and answer your questions; they are in black t-shirts with Ask Me on the front.

Take a Break Have a bite to eat in one of our catering outlets (see page 13), or there is complimentary tea and coffee available in the Central Exhibition at City Campus, or Reception at Coach Lane Campus.

Facilities Check out our fantastic facilities with tours of the Campus, Clinical Skills Centre, Library, Sport Central and Students’ Union.

Support Services Speak to our specialist staff who offer a range of support services to our students, including student funding and disability support, all situated in the Central Exhibition.

More than a Degree See what activities you can take part in outside of your studies, including volunteering, placements, part-time work, clubs and societies.

Advice Come along to our General Sessions for advice on topics like Student Finance.

See the City City Campus is a 5-minute walk from the city centre, take a walk in to town after you have attended the Open Day.

Health and Safety We are committed to keeping all staff, students and visitors as safe as possible whilst on campus and continue to follow the Government guidance on Living with Covid. The University therefore encourages staff, students and visitors to:

Hand sanitising stations are available in the entrance to buildings and enhanced cleaning measures remain in place.

• Be respectful of others’ personal space.

For any incidents or injuries whilst on campus, please contact the Ask For Help or Security stands in the Central Exhibition or call 0191 227 3999.

• Follow the one-way systems.

• Regularly wash and sanitise your hands.

Please do not attend this event if you are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms.

Photography Please note that there will be photography taking place during this event.

If you do not wish to feature in this, please speak to the member of staff accompanying the photographer.

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Getting Here South, Scotland and other major routes across the country. The A69 heads west to Carlisle, the Lake District and, via the M6, Wales and the West of England.

City Campus is situated in the heart of Newcastle city centre, follow the signs for City Centre and A167.

Coach Lane Campus is approximately 3.5 miles from the city centre via the A1058 Coast Road and Red Hall Drive.

Newcastle has excellent transport links from across the UK and globally, by road, rail, air and sea. Once in Newcastle we have an extensive public transport system, which includes the Metro, Tyneside’s urban light railway system.

Travelling by Road The A1 passes through Newcastle, linking the area to London and the 6

We also have a number of spaces available in our smaller car parks free of charge: Camden Street – NE2 1XE / what3words: double.brands.jolly Day Street – NE1 8SU / what3words: ally.fields.leave Sport Central – NE1 8QD / what3words: mass.visits.people

Parking For the Open Day we have access to two of the University main car parks free of charge:

Coach Lane Campus Coach Lane East Car Park - postcode NE7 7TR (this will guide you to a nearby housing estate, so as you get close please follow the signs to the University) / what3words: fine. truly.healers

City Campus City Campus East Car Park - postcode NE1 2SU / what3words: builds. beyond.either

Alternative City Centre Parking at Pay & Display car parks include: • John Dobson Street – NE1 8HL validate your ticket at our Security

• • • •

stand in the Central Exhibition in Sport Central for a discounted rate MEA House – NE1 8SX College Street – NE1 8JG Civic Centre – NE2 1DF Manors – NE1 2LA

Alternative Coach Lane Parking is at Four Lane Ends Metro, postcode NE7 7TG, where there is a large car park that is approx. 10-minutes walk to the Campus.

During Open Day a free shuttle bus will also run for visitors between City Campus and Coach Lane Campus.

Travelling by Rail Newcastle Central Station is on a number of main rail lines, including LNER, TransPennine, Cross Country and Northern. To reach City Campus by foot will take approximately 15-minutes, alternatively we have a shuttle bus between 08.30 and

11.00 from Central Station to City Campus, or you can take the Metro to Haymarket. To reach Coach Lane Campus take the Metro to Four Lane Ends which is then a 10-minute walk to the Campus.

Shuttle Buses

Travelling by Air Newcastle International Airport is 7 miles from the city centre, and connected via the Metro from Airport to Haymarket for City Campus, or to Four Lane Ends (changing at South Gosforth) for Coach Lane Campus.

Buses depart from City Campus East (see on the map on page 9) between 08.30 and 15.30 every 20‑30 minutes.

You can travel from City Campus to Coach Lane Campus and Trinity Square accommodation free of charge on our shuttle bus on the day.

The last bus back to City Campus East from Coach Lane Campus East leaves at 15.30.

The last bus back to City Campus East from Trinity Square leaves at 15.15.

Please allow up to 25 minutes for your journey.

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City Campus Map Parking

Electric Vehicle Charge Point

Cycle Parking

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University Car Park

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Bus Stop (Free Bus)

Parenting Room

Buildings shown in red text will feature activities today 1

Architecture Studios

2

Burt Hall

3

Camden Court

4

CIS Building

5

City Campus East

Accommodation Trinity Square

Newcastle Business School Northumbria Law School Starbucks open 09.00 – 14.00

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To Haymarket Metro Station

15

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Pay and Display

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7

Automated External Defibrillator

Registration Point and Central Exhibition

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Accessible Parking

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Park for £6.80 all day at John Dobson NCP Car Park To obtain the discount on your NCP parking please ensure that you validate your ticket at the Security stand in the Central Exhibition at City Campus East 1.

Café

City Campus East 2 Design School

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Claude Gibb

8

College House

9

Drill Hall

10a Ellison Building A Block 10b Ellison Building B Block Subway open 10.00 – 14.00 10c Ellison Building C Block

University Car Park

10d Ellison Building D Block The Zone 10e Ellison Building E Block

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Shuttle Bus to Coach Lane Campus and Trinity Square Winn Studios Accommodation

30 University Car Park

6

ce Pla Pay and Display

6

University Car Park

11

Ellison Terrace

12

Glenamara House

13

Library Student Central

14 Lipman Building 15

Lovaine Halls

16

Muslim Prayer Facility

17

Northumberland Building Cafe Central open 08.00 – 15.00 Shop Central open 08.00 – 16.00

18

Northumbria University Nursery

19

Pandon Building

20 Sandyford Building Bamboo open 09.00 – 15.00

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21

Security, Mail and Transport

22 Sport Central 23 Squires Annexe 24 Squires Building 25 Squires Workshops

d oa tR n a r Du To Monument Metro Station

26 Students’ Union 27 Sutherland Building

New Bridge Street Accommodation t Stree ridge New B Manors Metro Station

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28

Trinity Building

29

The University Gallery; • Gallery North • The University Collection

Trinity Square

• The Woon Gallery of Asian Art 30 Wynne-Jones Building inc Chaplaincy and Faith Advice Centre Nixon Hall

9

City Campus Central Exhibition Guide General Sessions and Tours – City Campus 6

Arts

8

7

Design

Accommodation

Northumbria Sport

Newcastle Business School

Architecture and Built Environment Study Abroad and Exchange

Taste Northumbria

Library

Social Sciences Careers and Placements

Students' Union

Student Life and Wellbeing including Student Funding and Mature Students

Geography and Environmental Sciences

IT Services Student and Graduate Enterprise

2

Computer and Information Sciences

12

3

Applied Sciences

11

Security

Applicant Services

13

Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering

Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Ask for Help

including Advice for Parents and Postgraduate

1

Psychology

Campus Tours

Sport Central Tours

Exit

Refreshments

Entrance

14

Mechanical and Construction Engineering

REGISTRATION in Foyer

SU Students’ Union

Session

Description

Time

Venue

Central Exhibition

Find out more about our fantastic courses, facilities, accommodation and support. Staff from across the University and current students will be available to tell you everything you need to know.

09.00 – 15.00

SC Main Arena

22

University Executive Welcome

A welcome to Northumbria from a senior leader, explaining who we are and why you should choose to study at Northumbria.

10.00 – 10.30

SB The Great Hall

27

Postgraduate Student Finance

An opportunity to hear postgraduate student funding explained, as well as ask any questions you may have for our student finance experts.

11.45 – 12.30

SB The Great Hall

27

Postgraduate Lounge

Chat to our staff about applying to Northumbria for Postgraduate study.

09.00 – 15.00

EB The Zone

10d

Campus Tours

A student-led walking tour of the campus. (allow 45 minutes)

09.00 – 15.00

Depart from SC Central Exhibition

22

Self-guided Library Tours

Visitors are welcome to look around the Library at their leisure, with staff on hand to answer any questions.

09.00 – 15.00

University Library

13

Sport Central Tours

A student-led walking tour of the award winning facilities in Sport Central.

09.00 – 15.00

Depart from SC Central Exhibition

22

Students' Union Tours

Visit Northumbria University Students' Union and take a tour of the facilities.

09.00 – 15.00

Depart from SU Welcome Desk

26

09.00 – 15.00 Accommodation Open Houses

See the map for locations, call in at your leisure or visit the Accommodation stand in the Central Exhibition for a student guide.

Claude Gibb Camden Court Glenamara House Lovaine Hall New Bridge Street Winn Studios Trinity Square

10

5

Humanities

4

9

Law

City Campus Building Key

EB Ellison Building SB Sutherland Building SC Sport Central

Map Reference

7 3 12 15 Short walk from 5 Short walk from 6 Shuttle Bus from by 6

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Change Your Future in 2022 Northumbria offers over 200 postgraduate courses across a variety of subjects, with full-time and part-time options available.

Postgraduate study is an ideal way to progress your career by increasing your knowledge and becoming a specialist in your chosen field. It could also help boost your earning potential by up to £7,000*.

Grab a Bite to Eat

If you’ve taken a break from study but want to return for a masters, we have a range of flexible courses to fit around your life.

Looking for a change? Discover our ‘Change Direction’ courses, open to anyone regardless of what you studied at undergraduate level.

Join the university with the biggest rise in research power of any UK institution** and make your mark on the world. Speak to staff today or find out more at northumbria.ac.uk/postgraduate 12

WHY WAIT TO CHANGE YOUR FUTURE? THERE’S STILL TIME TO APPLY TO STUDY IN 2022 *Graduate Labour Market Statistics, 2021, reporting year 2020. ** Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021

There are refreshments available in our Central Exhibition at City Campus or in Reception at Coach Lane Campus. Or you can get a real taste for Northumbria life at one of our on-campus eateries. Check out our catering outlets in the list opposite for food, drinks and snacks.

City Campus

Coach Lane Campus

CCE1 Starbucks 5

09.00 – 14.00

Café Central 17

08.00 – 15.00

Shop Central 17

08.00 – 16.00

Subway

10.00 – 14.00

10b

Bamboo 20

Foragers 15

08.00 – 15.00

09.00 – 15.00 13

Day Planner

Find Out More

There is a lot to see throughout the day and we want you to get the most from your visit. This planner will help you to structure your day so that you can plan effectively and maximise your time with us.

For the most up to date information about Northumbria University visit our website.

Time On arrival

Activity

Location

Registration

Sport Central or Coach Lane Campus West

09.00 09.30

Accommodation

www.northumbria.ac.uk/accommodation

Campus Facilities

www.northumbria.ac.uk/campus

Careers

www.northumbria.ac.uk/careers

COVID-19 Information

www.northumbria.ac.uk/covid19

International Student Support

www.northumbria.ac.uk/internationalsupport

Library

www.northumbria.ac.uk/library

Money Matters

www.northumbria.ac.uk/moneymatters

Postgraduate Page

www.northumbria.ac.uk/postgraduate

Scholarships

www.northumbria.ac.uk/scholarships

Sport

www.northumbria.ac.uk/sport

Student Support

www.northumbria.ac.uk/slw

Students’ Union

www.northumbria.ac.uk/studentsunion

Notes

10.00 10.30 11.00 11.30 12.00 12.30 13.00 13.30 14.00 14.30 15.00

14

End of Open Day – Thank you for visiting us

15

Get In Touch

General Sessions and Tours – Coach Lane Campus

If you are unable to find the answer to your question on our website you can contact our teams by email or phone.

Accommodation

rc.accommodation.office@northumbria.ac.uk

0191 227 4209

Applicant Services

bc.applicantservices@northumbria.ac.uk

0191 406 0901

Sport Central

northumbriasport@northumbria.ac.uk

0191 227 4700

Student Funding

ask4help@northumbria.ac.uk

0191 227 4050

Student Support

ask4help@northumbria.ac.uk

0191 227 4646

Session

Description

Time

Venue

Central Exhibition

Find out more about our fantastic courses, facilities, accommodation and support. Staff from across the University and current students will be available to tell you everything you need to know.

09.00 – 15.00

Foragers Picnic Area

Map Reference 15

University Executive Welcome

A welcome to Northumbria from a senior leader, explaining who we are and why you should choose to study at Northumbria.

10.00 – 10.30

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4

Campus Tours

A student-led walking tour of the campus. (allow 30 minutes)

09.00 – 15.00

Depart from Campus Tours Desk in Reception

3

Clinical Skills Centre Tours

A tour of our innovative Clinical Skills Centre

10.00 – 15.00

Sign up at the Clinical Skills Centre Registration Desk

4

Self-guided Library Tours

Visitors are welcome to look around the Library at their leisure, with staff on hand to answer any questions.

09.00 – 15.00

Coach Lane Library

9

Sport Central Tours (City Campus)

A student-led walking tour of the award winning facilities in Sport Central.

09.00 – 15.00

Depart from SC Main Arena

Use City Campus Map

22

Use City Campus Map

Accommodation Open Houses

16

See the map for locations, call in at your leisure or visit the Accommodation stand in the Central Exhibition for a student guide.

09.00 – 15.00

Claude Gibb Camden Court Glenamara House Lovaine Hall New Bridge Street Winn Studios Trinity Square

7 3 12 15 Short walk from 5 Short walk from 6 Shuttle Bus from by 6

17

Coach Lane Campus Subject Stands Foragers Picnic Area

2

Nursing – Child

Coach Lane Campus Support Stands Ground Floor, C Block

3

Lea Nursin rnin gD g– isab ilitie s

1

Nursing – Adult

Exit

14

Education

Exit

4

Nursing – Mental Health

13

Health and Social Care

Applicant Services

Ramp

5

Midwifery

12

Guidance and Counselling

Entrance 6

11

Occupational Therapy

9

Childhood and Early Years Studies

Social Work

10

Health, Education and Social Care Foundation Year

8

Physiotherapy

7 ing e rat ctic Ope nt Pra tme r a Dep

Student Life and Wellbeing including Student Funding

Entrance/Exit

19 18

19

Accommodation

Postgraduate Ask For Help

REGISTRATION

Coach Lane Campus Map Parking

Bus Stop (Free Bus)

Accessible Parking

Public Bus

Automated External Defibrillator

Shuttle Buses

Electric Vehicle Charge Point

You can travel from City Campus to Coach Lane Campus and Trinity Square accommodation free of charge on our shuttle bus on the day.

Coach Lane Campus East

Coach Lane Campus West Registration Point

To Four Lane Ends Metro Station

University Car Park

Buses depart from Coach Lane Campus East (see on the map on page 28) between 09.30 and 15.30 every 20‑30 minutes.

08.00–15.00

Coac h Lane

Shuttle Bus Drop-off and Pick-up Point

The last bus back to City Campus East from Coach Lane Campus East leaves at 15.30.

The last bus back to City Campus East from Trinity Square leaves at 15.15.

Central Exhibition (access via Foragers)

Please allow up to 25 minutes for your journey.

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3.

C Block (Hall A)

6.

E Block

1.

A Block

4. Clinical Skills Centre

7.

G Block

2.

B Block

5.

8. H Block

D Block

9.

F Block Library Student Central

10. Main Reception and Entrance

12. High Performance Centre

15. Foragers

11. Manor House

13. Sports Pitches

16. Hall D

14. Students’ Union

20

21

Which Campus?

Check Which Campus to Attend Northumbria University has two campuses in Newcastle – City Campus and Coach Lane Campus.

Please make sure you check which Campus the subjects that you are interested in are held at.

If you are interested in any of the following subject areas, these are at Coach Lane Campus so you are on the correct side of the Programme – • Nursing, Midwifery and Health • Physiotherapy • Social Work, Education & Community Wellbeing

If the subjects that you are interested in are at City Campus, please turn the Programme over for further information on your Subject, General Sessions and Tours.

There is lots on offer at both campuses so you won’t miss out.

There is also a free shuttle bus between City Campus and Coach Lane Campus running on the day if you would like to see both campuses (see page 21).

Welcome!

Contents Welcome

23

Which Campus?

22

Shuttle Buses

21

Coach Lane Campus Map

20

Coach Lane Support Stands Exhibition Guide

19

Coach Lane Subject Stands Exhibition Guide

18

General Sessions and Tours

17

Get In Touch

16

Find Out More

15

Day Planner

14

Grab a Bite to Eat

13

Postgraduate Study

12

Accommodation Map

9

Getting Here

6

How to Make the Most of Your Day

4

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23

We recommend that you arrive on campus at least 30 minutes before your first talk or activity to give yourself time to check in at one of our Registration points.

Welcome to Northumbria University, we are delighted that you are considering studying here and are pleased to welcome you on campus for our Open Day.

as enjoying the vibrant student community that we have here in Newcastle. Be sure to talk to our staff and students and ask lots of questions while you are here.

Please note that information, advice and guidance received at the Open Day is accurate as of today, but can be subject to change as we review our courses to ensure that they are up to date and relevant and that you are receiving the best possible educational experience. Our website is the most up to date place to review our information. In the event of changes the University will consult and inform students in good time and will take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.

Open Days are a great opportunity to find out more about why we are a research-intensive modern university with a global reputation for academic excellence. Visit our outstanding facilities and discover the range of support services we offer our students, as well

We hope you enjoy your day!

.

Northumbria University Open Day Team ug.events@northumbria.ac.uk

Postgraduate

Open Day Programme Coach Lane Campus

#NUOpenDay

25 June 2022 9am–3pm