Top reasons to attend Open Day
Whether you’re a student in high school, parent or mature-aged student, Open Days are the perfect opportunity to ask key questions, understand course requirements and learn more about uni life.
Tertiary institution Open Days are a great way to discover more about tertiary education and which institution could be the best fit for you. You’ll gain insights into course requirements and career outcomes, hearing direct from lecturers, teachers and alumni. It’s also a chance to experience campus life, learn about extracurricular activities available and get a feel for the type of students who study there.
Explore campus facilities
By attending Open Day, you can learn in person about the campus facilities and discover the benefits of studying your course at that specific institution. From resources and technology to libraries and labs, you can uncover the various innovative facilities on offer and how they will be used throughout your study.
It is also a great opportunity to find out about campus activities, clubs and events that you could be interested in. These are a great way to meet people and make friends in your first year at university.
Talk to students and lecturers
Meeting lecturers in person and discussing course requirements, study options and key topics is a great way to understand whether you will enjoy that specific degree. It can provide insights into the course experience and also help you discover other course options that could be a better fit for you. Make sure you attend any information sessions relevant to your course preferences and ask all your questions to ensure you have a full understanding ofr the course requirements.
Hearing from current students helps you gain firsthand insight into the course experience, understanding from the student experience the workload, teaching style and how to manage the transition from high school to tertiary study.
Discover the location
Going to Open Day can help you get a feel for where you’ll be spending the next few years of your life. It’s a great opportunity to discover the public transport or parking options available and also what shops and cafes are nearby if you’re planning to move to the surrounding suburbs.
Take the time to see whether you can picture yourself studying there and living/working in the area. It important to choose a tertiary institution that is the right fit for you.
Attend with parents and friends
Whether you’re the first in family to attend university or comparing the experience with your parents, it’s always a great idea to attend with others. They can help to bounce ideas with or may ask other questions you hadn’t considered.
Attending Open Day will give you the tools to help make a decision on where you want to study and can help shape your preference list.
