Bristol Zoo Open Day programme 9 October 2021

Open Day Find your purpose

Bristol Zoo 9 October 2021

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What if you had three years to change the world?

Today, the choice is yours At UWE Bristol we want our students to make a choice. To choose a university that pushes itself as much as it pushes you. To choose a community that inspires you as much as it supports you. Where you’ll be encouraged to challenge the way things are done and tackle the big issues head on. And where you’ll get to pursue your passion through subjects that excite you and give you purpose.

Everyone here, from our students and staff, to our industry partners and alumni, are driven by the same goal – how can we make things better? If you share that same mindset, welcome to UWE Bristol. You’ll be in excellent company.

Choose to study here and we’ll focus on making sure you stand out from the thousands of other students who graduate every year in the UK. Our partnerships with industry-leading organisations and

businesses help keep our courses relevant and your future skills in demand. And by investing in our facilities we’ve created the most effective, empowering setting for your studies.

But don’t just take our word for it. Today is your opportunity to see for yourself.

Explore our facilities, chat to our students and passionate staff, find out about the wide-range of extra-curricular activities on offer and get a feel for the community you could be part.

And finally, don‘t forget to have a look around Bristol before you leave. We’re biased, of course, but it’s hard to think of a better UK city to study and live in.

Remember, this is your university experience and no one else’s.

Choose to do university right.

What now?

• Make your way to Bristol Zoo Gardens main entrance to let us know you’ve arrived.

• Take part in the course talk and take a tour of our facilities, or wait for one of our staff to guide you.

• A number of other useful talks and activities are taking place at the Frenchay Campus throughout the day, and you are welcome to attend any of these.

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Make the most of your day From course talks to campus tours and drop-in sessions, today is your chance to experience what it’s like to study at UWE Bristol and Bristol Zoo for yourself.

Bristol Zoo

• Whether you fancy campus life or the buzz of the city, we’ve got accommodation to suit everyone. For Frenchay Campus accommodation tours – book in advance to get a taster of living on campus, or take a self-guided tour instead.

Learning and teaching

Information and Advice Zone

• Head over to a course talk for more information about the FdSc/BSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation programme, and residential field trips.

• From practical advice on the application process, to information about the range of support on offer, our experts are on hand to help guide you through the process of getting to university.

• Have a look around the Institute of Conservation Science and Learning facilities, which include a lab, a computer room, a bespoke library and the student common room. You’ll get a feel for the invaluable practical experience you’ll get in a real zoo environment.

Take a break • Drop into the Zoo’s restaurant or café when you want to refuel.

• You’ll also find complimentary refreshments at the course talk.

Frenchay Campus Tours – These will have been pre-booked and so please join at your allocated time slot.

• Take a campus tour of our buildings and grounds. Alternatively pick up one of our self-guided tour print-outs and choose your own route.

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Extra-curricular activities • Explore our Centre for Sport, providing fantastic facilities, activities and classes.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a complete beginner or a high-performing athlete – you’ll find everything you need here to keep active.

• Choose from around 160 societies, from astronomy and animation, to virtual reality and yoga. Check out the Students’ Union building where many of our societies meet.

• You’ll find your musical outlet at our Centre for Music, whether you’re a born performer or happier behind the scenes.

Take a look around and explore what’s on offer.

Finding your way If you get lost or have any questions during your day, please come and speak to us. Our team of staff and Student Ambassadors are here to help.

Or if you’re on Twitter, tweet your questions to our social media team using the hashtag #UWEOpenDay.

90.2% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation, placing us 29th out of 155 UK higher education institutions in the country.

Graduate Outcomes Survey results 2018/2019.

@UWEBristol

I liked the feel of campus and all the green space.”

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Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences: Department of Applied Sciences A number of useful central talks and activities are taking place at the Frenchay Campus throughout the day, see overleaf for details. You are welcome to attend any of these to complement your visit to the zoo.

FdSc/BSc(Hons) Integrated Wildlife Conservation – 2/3 Years Full-Time Activity

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Sign-in Via Bristol Zoo Gardens Main Entrance

09:30–10:00

Course talk FdSc/BSc(Hons) Integrated Wildlife Conservation talk Conservation Education Centre

10:00–11:00

Tour of facilities

11:00–12:00

Depart to visit UWE Bristol Frenchay Campus or free time in the zoo

12:00

Complimentary tea and coffee in the Conservation Education Centre

10:00–12:00

Visitors interested in the BSc(Hons) Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science course should visit the Department of Applied Sciences on the Frenchay Campus.

There is free entrance to the zoo for prospective students and two accompanying adults.

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Professional support services, tours and visits Experts will be on hand throughout the day to answer your questions and show you around the campus and accommodation. This is a great opportunity to explore what’s on offer and make sure you get the support you need.

Accommodation Zone Activity Student Accommodation visit* • Accessible student accommodation: If you have a disability which would mean you need accessible student accommodation email accommodation@uwe.ac.uk in advance so that we can arrange for you to visit our accessible flat.

On the day please speak to one of our advisors.

Student Accommodation talk* Overview of the range of student accommodation available.

Time 09:30–14:30 Please book in advance

Location Student Village and Wallscourt Accommodation Zone in D Block Foyer

11:00–11:45 or 12:00 –12:45 or

Accommodation Zone in D Block Foyer, Glendinning Lecture Theatre

13:00–13:45 Student Accommodation advice If you have any questions please come and speak to one of our accommodation advisors.

10:00–15:00

Accommodation Zone in D Block Foyer

Information and Advice Zone Activity Come and talk to university staff and Student Ambassadors about: • Admissions • Careers and Employability, Volunteering and Placements • Centre for Music • Centre for Sport • Disability, Wellbeing, Dyslexia/SpLD Support • The Students’ Union

Time 10:00–15:00

Location Library Foyer, 2D69

* This session must be booked in advance.

Find your room: example 1H16 – your room is on level 1, in H Block, and room number 16.

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Talks Activity

Time

Admissions at UWE Bristol* Overview of UCAS key dates, top tips from Admissions staff and how UWE Bristol will review your application.

11:15–11:45 or 13:00–13:30

Location D Block

Allow 20 mins plus time for Q&A

Choosing the right course* Understanding the different types and levels of Higher Education courses.

11:30–11:55 or 14:00–14:25

E Block

Allow 20 mins plus time for Q&A

Money advice and funding* An introduction to financial support followed by Q&A.

12:00–12:50 or 13:45–14:25

D Block

Student life talks* Find out what being a student at UWE Bristol is like from our Student Ambassadors and The Students’ Union.

11:10–11:45 or 12:15–12:45 or 13:15–13:45 or 14:30–14:50

Students’ Union, Building 1

Writing a successful personal statement* Top tips and examples of successful statement writing.

10:00–10:25 or 13:00–13:25

E Block

Allow 20 mins plus time for Q&A * This session must be booked in advance.

4th in the South West of England for student satisfaction (excluding specialist HEIs).

The National Student Survey 2021

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Tours Activity Campus tour* Take a walking tour of the Frenchay Campus with one of our Student Ambassadors.

Time 09:30–14:15

Location Various locations

Allow 45 mins

Remember that you can take a self-guided tour. Come to the Information and Advice Zone to pick up a tour leaflet.

Centre for Sport tour Visit our Centre for Sport to have a look around and find out about the facilities available – just ask at the Reception desk for a tour.

10:00–14:30

Centre for Sport

Visits Activity

Time

Location

Library Drop-in and talk to staff who can tell you all about our fantastic library resources and facilities.

10:00–15:00

2D069, D Block

Quiet area If you need some peace and quiet during the day, drop into our Community Hub.

10:00–15:00

Community Hub, Quiet Zone

The Students’ Union Come and talk to our Students’ Union representatives and find out what we do, how we support students and all about our clubs and societies.

10:00–15:00

Information and Advice Zone

Have a look around the Students’ Union and visit their bar and café.

Centre for Music Come and see our fantastic facilities. Membership is free for all UWE Bristol students.

U Block, Buildings 1 and 2 10:00–15:00

Centre for Music

* This session must be booked in advance.

Find your room: example 1H16 – your room is on level 1, in H Block, and room number 16.

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