Your Applicant Day
Welcome
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to our institution today for our Applicant Day. If you choose to study at the University of Wolverhampton, you will join a historic institution that has been delivering world-class education for almost 200 years.
We hope this Applicant Day allows to you find the answers to your questions so that you can make an informed choice.
We look forward to welcoming you to our inclusive and supportive community where you will develop your knowledge, skills and confidence to help you have a fulfilling life and career.
Professor Ebrahim Adia Vice-Chancellor
University of Wolverhampton
Making the most of your day
We’re excited to welcome everyone to our on-campus applicant days and want to make sure they are safe and stress-free experiences for all. We have lots of staff and student helpers available to help direct you and answer any questions you might have.
Food and refreshments
During our applicant events, you’ll find basic refreshments available, free of charge. Additionally, you’ll find the Boulevard Kitchen and Coffee Lounge offering tasty options all day.
WiFi
We have free guest WiFi (WLVGuest) across our campus that you are welcome to use.
Scan QR code to view our programme online.
Accessibility
We have accessible campus tours every hour during applicant days led by friendly student ambassadors, dedicated BSL interpreters on hand, disabled parking, disabled toilets, and accessible entry to all our buildings.
Family-friendly
We ensure that all on-campus events are family-friendly and accessible for dependents:
• Baby/toddler changing stations
• Large comfortable seating areas suitable for families to relax
• Child-friendly activities
• Talks and tours
Prayer rooms / A quiet space
Rooms for prayer and reflection are available and will be open and available for use during our events.
Student support and services
Our open events offer a glimpse into the diverse support services we provide.
Academic Coaches -
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Our academic coaches act as personal tutors to our foundation and first-year students, providing extra academic support, career skill-building, and pastoral care.
Admissions and Application
Zone - WH and WA. Speak to our admissions team about applying to university, including the UCAS application process and grades. If you are ready to make an application, you can do this on the day.
Careers and Enterprise - WA
Speak to our careers and enterprise team to find out how we support students and graduates prepare for their future careers.
Accommodation
Our university-owned accommodation is just a short walk from campus. You can live with friends, or make new ones! Join us at applicant day for tours, to meet our team, and get answers to your questions.
Fees and finance
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The Gateway team offers a talk and a drop-in service regarding Student Finance England, loans, and additional grants. We also offer scholarships and bursaries, so please check wlv.ac.uk/scholarships for the most up-to-date information.
Crowd
Wallet Get financial resources online: free live events, student blogs, wellbeing resources and a bursary of up to £300.
Access Bursary
£2,000
For students who are deaf, have hearing loss, are care leavers or are estranged from their parents.
Sports Achievement Scholarship
Mental Health and Wellbeing / Disability and Inclusion -
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Learn about the specialist services and support available to all students for help with learning, disabilities, deafness/ hearing impairments, mental health and wellbeing, finances, and faith.
For students who demonstrate aspirations to compete at the highest level in their sports.
Dennis Turner Hardship Fund
Accessible confidentially by any student, home or international, struggling to make ends meet. This hardship fund is non-repayable and can provide a short-term solution to students in difficulty.
Walsall Campus
Supporting you further
The University of Wolverhampton aims to help you before, during, and after your studies. Here are just a few more ways we do that, which you can learn more about at our open day.
Parents and Carers
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Speak to our team to find out more on how we can support you as a parent or carer of a young person thinking about university.
Students’ Union (SU) -
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Meet the officer team and find out more about the SU and their societies, as well as the advice and support they can offer. The SU at Walsall Campus is a great place to unwind between and after lectures, offering coffee, pool, karaoke and quizzes.
Prepare for Health Foundation Year (Nursing) -
Find out more about our Prepare for Foundation Year programmes offered at the University of Wolverhampton (Nursing).
Sport and Showcase -
You’ll find pulse-pounding sporting events and fitness activities across our campuses, which you can watch, play for fun or competitively, or just to try something new. The campus gym is also a great place to unwind and get or stay fit.
Plan your day Subject talks
University talks
Talk Time Room
Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing Welcome Talk
Q&A Panel for Parents, Carers and Partners
Finance and Budgeting
Disability & Inclusion, Mental Health & Wellbeing Talk
Student Ambassador
Talk - A day in the life of...Q&A Session
Parents and Carers Lounge
Campus Tour times
Accomodation Tour
10am -10:30am 11am - 11:45am 1:15pm and 1:45pm 12:30pm - 1pm 12:30pm - 1pm 10:45am, 12:15pm 10am, 11am, 11:30am, 12pm, 12:30pm, 1pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 1:45pm WN004 WN004 WN004 Students’ Union, WS WA007 Go Lounge, WA WA WH
Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing (FEHW)
Subject session Time Room
Early Childhood Studies, Education, Special Needs or Disability and Inclusion, Studies.
Football Coaching and Performance Midwifery
Nursing (Adult, Child & Learning Disability Fields) at Walsall Campus
Occupational Therapy
Paramedic Science
Physical Education and School Sport Physiotherapy Podiatry
Prepare for the Foundation Year PFF (Nursing) Drop-in Activity
Primary Education
School of Allied Health and Midwifery Subject StandDrop-in Activity
School of Education Subject Stand - Drop-in Activity
School of Nursing Subject Stand - Drop-in Activity
School of Sport Subject Stand - Drop-in Activity
Sport and Exercise Science & Sport and Exercise Therapy WLV Sport Showcase 10:45am - 12:15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10am - 2:30pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10am - 2:30pm 10am - 2:30pm 10am - 2:30pm 10am - 2:30pm 10:45am - 12:15pm 10am - 2:30pm
Travel reimbursement
You can claim back applicant day travel expenses in the form of an Amazon voucher. Scan the QR code to find out more.
Speak to a student
Scan the QR code to speak to a current student about their experience.
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