Bristol Zoo Open Day Programme - Saturday 16 November 2019

BRISTOL ZOO

OPEN DAY experience it for yourself 16 November 2019

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TODAY IS JUST THE START Going to university is about more than just getting a qualification. You should leave equipped with the knowledge, skills and practical experience to make an impact.

A degree from UWE Bristol means experience that will complement your education. From work placements and sports, to volunteering and networking, we’ll help you get the most from your opportunities. So instead of showing employers what you can do, you’ll be able to show them what you’ve done.

That’s the UWE Bristol 360° experience.

Everyone and everything here shares a single purpose: to make sure that you’re well-positioned for the future you want.

Our focus on real-world learning experiences means that when you graduate you’ll be adaptable, enterprising and ready for work.

We have connections with over 1,000 national and international employers and one of the largest paid internship programmes in the UK. So you'll enjoy a richer, fuller, more relevant learning experience which will increase your employability.

Today is your chance to find this out for yourself. Meet passionate academic staff and talk to enthusiastic students about their own adventures. Find out about all the extra-curricular activities you can get involved in. Love sports? Music? Debating or volunteering? The opportunities are endless, so make sure you take a tour of our facilities and see everything on offer.

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.

Welcome to the start of your UWE Bristol experience.

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for FdSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation in the Guardian league table 2020.

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

• Whether you fancy campus life or the buzz of the city, we’ve got accommodation to suit everyone. Book in on one of our accommodation tours to get a taster of living on campus, or take a self-guided tour instead.

• Don’t head home without taking a look around our beautiful city. Take a city tour and discover for yourself why Bristol is frequently voted the UK’s best place to live.

Information and Advice Zone

• 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.

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.

Take a break

• Explore our £5.5m Centre for Sport, providing fantastic facilities, activities and

• 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 – book in at the Information and Advice Zone • Get the full Frenchay experience by taking 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

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 200 societies, from astronomy and animation, to virtual reality and yoga. Check out the Student Union building where many of our societies meet, and look out for demos and exhibitions around campus during the day.

• 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.

OVER

95%

of UWE Bristol graduates are in employment or further study six months after graduation.

Source: DLHE (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education) Survey 2018.

“It was great to get a feel for the university and picture myself here.”

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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

Time

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

Light lunch in the Zoo restaurant

12:00–14:00

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 Activity Student Accommodation visit There are a variety of ways to visit our accommodation in Cotswold Court and Wallscourt:

Time

Location

09:30–14:30

• You can drop in and visit independently throughout the day.

Cotswold Court 102/ Wallscourt 33 and 38

• Drop into our Accommodation Zone where one of our Student Ambassadors will be waiting to take you to our show flats.

Accommodation Zone in D Block Foyer

• Or you can join a campus tour. They will cover accommodation too. Book onto a tour in the Information and Advice Zone. You can leave and re-join the tour at any point.

Information and Advice Zone

• 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.

Accommodation Zone in D Block Foyer

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

12:15–12:45 or 13:15–13:45 or 14:00–14:30

Accommodation Zone in D Block Foyer, Glendinning Lecture Theatre

Allow 20 mins plus time for Q&A

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 Information and Advice Zone, Marquee outside X Block

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

Time 11:15–11:45 or 13:00–13:30

Location 2D07, Scene-It Cinema

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

2E025, 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

2D07, Scene-It Cinema

Parent workshop This workshop offers a discussion and practical advice for parents and carers going through the University process for the first time.

10:00–10:45 or 11:00–11:45 or 12:30–13:15 or 13:30–14:15

U Block, Building 1, 2nd Floor

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

U Block, Building 2, 2nd floor

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

10:00–10:25 or 13:00–13:25

2E025, E Block

Allow 20 mins plus time for Q&A

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Tours Activity

Time

Bristol city tour* Enjoy a coach tour of Bristol with a commentary from one of our Student Ambassador tour guides.

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

12:00–16:00 Allow 1 hour.

Last bus leaves at 15:00.

10:00–14:30

Location Information and Advice Zone, Marquee outside X Block

Allow 45 mins

Information and Advice Zone, Marquee outside X Block

10:00–15:00

Centre for Sport

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.

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

2D067, 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.

U Block, Buildings 1 and 2

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

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Refreshments Activity

Time

Location

Complimentary tea and coffee

10:00–15:00

Information and Advice Zone, The Students’ Union and in the Faculties

Light lunch and snacks

10:00–15:00

• Atrium Café – Bristol Business School • Onezone – E Block • Starbucks by Onezone – E Block • Street Café – S Block • The Students’ Union Bar – U Block • The Grill – B Block • Cribbs Q – Q Block

* Please note that tours are limited by group size. Please visit the tour stands in the Information and Advice Zone to book your place.

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in the UK for student satisfaction.

Source: The National Student Survey 2019

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