While you can turn up on the day, we strongly recommend registering in advance. This helps us prepare for your visit and means you’ll receive a confirmation email with everything you need to know before you arrive.
Open Event – 5th January 2027
Explore courses, meet the tutors who'll teach you, and see our facilities for yourself. One evening could help you decide what's next.
- Tuesday 5 January 2027
- 4:30pm – 6:30pm
- University Campus Doncaster
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What Would You Like to Know?
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This is Your Chance to...
- Try our areas before you commit. Get hands-on in workshops and studios
- Ask tutors about what studying is actually like
- Meet current students who'll give you the honest lowdown
- See where you could be learning: our facilities are impressive!
- Get help with your application on the spot if you're ready
We Know You Have Questions...
- Where could this lead? Talk to tutors about career paths and progression routes
- Is my child safe here? Meet our wellbeing team and hear about our approach
- What support is available? Learn about wellbeing, SEND, learning support, and how to let us know about any access needs
- How do finances work? Free meals, bursaries, travel support — we'll explain it all
- What happens if they struggle? Discover our early intervention and support systems
What You'll Experience
A chance to explore the hub, meet the people, and get a real feel for what studying here is like.
Meet your future tutors
Chat one-to-one with the people who'll be teaching you. They can tell you about the course, where it leads, and what to expect.
See the facilities
Walk around our campus and see the workshops, studios, labs, and learning spaces for yourself.
Talk to current students
Our student ambassadors will be around to show you the way around the campus and answer any questions you have about studying here.
Explore Our Subject Areas
From creative arts to computing, healthcare to hairdressing. Find what sparks your interest
Animal Welfare Science
Biosciences
Business, HR and Management Studies
Construction
Counselling and Relationship Studies
Criminal Justice
Digital Qualifications
Education and Early Childhood Studies
Engineering
Esports
Fine Arts and Crafts
Game Development
Graphic Design
Health and Social Care
Illustration and Concept Art
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SENDI)
Sport Science and Coaching
Teacher Training (Lifelong Learning)
Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know before you arrive
Address
The Hub, Chappell Drive
Doncaster DN1 2RF
By Car
Pay-and-display parking right next to our campus.
By Train
10-minute walk from Doncaster station. Head towards the Waterfront.
Doors open at 4:30pm and close at 6:30pm. Most visitors spend 1–2 hours — come and go as you please.
- Yourself and your questions for us!
- A notepad (optional but handy)
- Comfortable footwear for walking around
- Any certificates you'd like to discuss
- Your phone for photos & notes
Common Questions
Absolutely! We actively encourage parents and carers to attend. You’ll be able to talk to tutors, meet our support teams, and ask about things like financial support, safeguarding, and student wellbeing.
That’s completely fine, many visitors feel the same way! Our Careers team will be available throughout the event to help you explore your options. They can discuss your interests, strengths, and career goals to help identify courses that might suit you. There’s no pressure to decide on the day.
Yes, parking is available right next to The Hub on Chappell Drive. If you’re using public transport, we’re a 10-minute walk from Doncaster’s bus and train stations.
The event runs from 4:00pm to 7:00pm, but you don’t need to stay the whole time. Most visitors spend between 1 to 2 hours exploring the areas they’re interested in. You’re free to arrive and leave whenever suits you.
Still have questions? Get in touch — we are happy to help.
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