Making the most of your open day
What to see and do when you visit Manchester Met
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Open days are the perfect opportunity to experience life at Manchester Met, and find out what it’s like to study at university in Manchester. There are lots of options available on the day, so it’s a good idea to plan what you want to experience in advance. Here are some tips:
- Use your open day planner, in the back of the open day guide, to decide which talks to attend.
- Think of questions you might have for tutors and students - they might be about what you’ll study on the course, settling in to university life, or anything else that’s on your mind.
- Each of our university halls of residence has its own unique character. Have a look around the accommodation and see which one feels right for you.
- There’s more to university than lectures - visit the Students’ Union to discover clubs and societies and find out about the social side.
- Manchester is one of the UK’s great student cities. Make sure you take time to explore.
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Open days are well worth joining. They give you a real insight into the University as a whole and the resources that’ll be there for you if you apply. My top tip would be to see which talks you want to attend for specific subjects and build your day around that. Or see if you can talk to a student or lecturer.
Open days are well worth joining. They give you a real insight into the University as a whole and the resources that’ll be there for you if you apply. My top tip would be to see which talks you want to attend for specific subjects and build your day around that. Or see if you can talk to a student or lecturer.
How to plan your day
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Plan your journey
Travelling to Manchester Met couldn’t be easier. The city has great road links, and is well served by public transport. Our campus is within walking distance of central Manchester and has good a bus and tram service. If you’re coming from further afield, Manchester International Airport is just ten miles (16 km) from the University, with fast and frequent rail travel to the city centre.
Once you’re here, you can hop on a free shuttle bus that covers the main city centre areas. It links the central railway stations and car parks, and connects with the many bus and Metrolink tram stops.
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Registration
Start your day by letting us know that you have arrived.
If you book in advance, we willpost or email you a personal ticket. Bring this to our registration point by the Business School entrance.
Once you’ve checked in, one of our student ambassadors will direct you to your first activity. Don’t panic if you can’t arrive exactly at 10am - there are plenty of activities on offer and staff and student ambassadors to speak to, so you can still get a lot from your day.
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Activities
We have plenty for you to see and do on our open days. Activities include:
- Welcome talks: these last approximately half an hour, and give you an introduction to life at Manchester Met
- Student life fair: find out about finance, part-time working, studying abroad and much more
- Campus tours: visit our library, students’ union, sports centre and main academic buildings
- Accommodation tours: take a look inside our university halls of residence
- Course fair: meet our tutors, find out about our entry requirements and learn what topics you’ll be studying
- Subject talks and activities: attend workshops, lectures and discussions designed to give you a taste of university study
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Where to eat?
With so much to see and do on your visit, it’s important to treat yourself to a well-earned break.
We have a number of catering facilities on campus serving hot food and a range of sandwiches, cakes, hot drinks and much more.
There are even more options close by on Oxford Road. The Visit Manchester website has plenty of information on cafes and restaurants.
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Things to do in Manchester
It’s important to get a feel for the city you’ll be living in, and Manchester has lots to see and do, whatever your interests.
Whether it’s shopping in the city centre or Trafford Centre, checking out hipster culture in the Northern Quarter, visiting our art galleries and museums, or making the pilgrimage to one of Manchester’s great sporting venues, we’ve got you covered. Why not read Manchester Met student Georgie’s blog for some ideas on what to see in Manchester after an open day?
Frequently asked questions
Who can attend a university open day?
Anyone who is interested in studying for an undergraduate degree at Manchester Met is welcome to come to one of our open days to find out more about us.
Can I bring anyone with me?
You are welcome to bring friends and family to our open day - it can be very helpful to have someone to discuss the experience with. Some of our tours involve a lot of walking so might not be suitable for everyone.
What courses be represented on the day?
Our courses fair will feature stalls for more than 30 subject areas, where you’ll be able to get one to one advice on course content, entry requirements, student support and more.
Do I need to pre-book for any activities?
There is no need to pre-book for course talks. However, some do get very busy, so we would recommend you arrive a few minutes early.
Is your campus accessible for people with special requirements?
We are committed to ensuring that our campus is inclusive. Our buildings are accessible, as are nearby car parks. If you have any questions regarding special requirements on open days, you can email us on openday@mmu.ac.uk or call 0161 247 6969.