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An important part in choosing which university you should attend is visiting the university on Open Day. Going to University Open Day's is important as it allows you to:
Develop a perspective as to whether the university will be a good fit
Check out the quality of the facilities
Determine how accessible the university is using public transport, or by car
Examine housing options and costings
Talk to lecturers, administration, and university ambassadors to get additional questions answered.
So, what should you look for when at a Univeristy Open Day?
Accessibility
University open days are a great opportunity to work out how accessible the university is. Use it as a test to see how long it will take you to get into university, and the travel options you have. This is important, as depending on your course, you will need to travel into university anywhere from 3-5 days a week.
Facilities
Additionally, University open days are a great way to check out the facilities. Make sure you check out the libraries, gymnasiums, lecture halls and labs. Keep an eye out for the amount of computers that are provided, as not enough computers can be a big pain when you are studying at university. If you are contemplating moving out of home and living on campus, be sure to get a tour of the university colleges and student villages to see if they will suit your requirements.
Talk to Lecturers, Tutors, Administration, and Uni Ambassadors
Talking to staff at the university and students is important as you have your course specific questions answered. You can also get an idea of how organized administration is (believe me this is important!), how approachable lecturers and tutors are, and the general levels of student satisfaction.
After taking to the lecturers, tutors, admin, and university students, and after checking out the facilities, can you see yourself attending this university for 3-5 years?
Beware of Sales Pitches
Finally, a note of warning. Often university open days can be deceiving as the university is making a concerted effort to sell itself to you. Be wary of the claims the university might make.
The university will often have current university students available to help you and answer your questions. While these students are well- meaning, often they are paid University Ambassadors, which means that you also need to carefully consider what they tell you. Always cross-reference what you learn at an open day with what you have learn from reading reviews, and speaking to past and current university students without any association to the university.
For a comprehensive list of all Australian University Open Days for 2010 visit: http://uniaustralia.com.au/articles/?p=179
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