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Our University of Sunderland events programme offers something for everyone, from art exhibitions and performances to training workshops and public lectures. Here you will also find information about our recruitment events and opportunities to explore our modern facilities.
If you’re interested in hosting an event at one of our campuses or commercial venues then please visit Venue Sunderland for more information.
Featured Events
Crime on Screen: Exploring The Sound of Freedom
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - Wednesday, October 22, 2025
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Routes into Professional Policing
Friday, November 28, 2025 - Friday, November 28, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Tomorrow's Engineers Today
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - Wednesday, October 22, 2025
9:45 AM - 2:45 PM
Master your Occupational Therapy interview
Monday, December 1, 2025 - Monday, December 1, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
CASS Public Lecture: the cyclical nature of social media engagement
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - Wednesday, October 22, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Celebrating 30 Years of Toy Story: A Creative Exploration of Childhood, Media, and Animation
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - Wednesday, November 19, 2025
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Preparing for Derby Day
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Master your Physiotherapy interview
Thursday, November 27, 2025 - Thursday, November 27, 2025
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
All Events
Topic - Schools and Colleges
Pharmacy at Sunderland
Our Pharmacy Masterclass is ideal for sixth-form and college students, as well as teachers, advisers, parents, supporters, and postgraduate degree holders interested in studying or learning more about the MPharm Pharmacy programme at Sunderland.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 - Wednesday, October 15, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures
CASS Public Lecture: the cyclical nature of social media engagement
Keep me coming back for more: Understanding the cyclical nature of social media engagement and its wider implications on everyday practice.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - Wednesday, October 22, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Topic - Open Events, Schools and Colleges
Tomorrow's Engineers Today
Discover your path to a future in Engineering.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - Wednesday, October 22, 2025
9:45 AM - 2:45 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Crime on Screen: Exploring The Sound of Freedom
A powerful screening and discussion of The Sound of Freedom film, through a criminological lens.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - Wednesday, October 22, 2025
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Discover Sports Journalism at Sunderland
Join our live stream to hear what it’s really like studying BA (Hons) Sports Journalism at Sunderland – straight from current students.
Whether you’re aiming for a career in sports media or just love sport and storytelling, this is your chance to ask questions and get honest answers in a supportive and inclusive space.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - Wednesday, October 22, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Building a Portfolio
When applying for an art and design course, you’ll need to submit a portfolio showcasing your skills, experiments, passions, and ideas.
Thursday, October 23, 2025 - Thursday, October 23, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures
The 60th Hope Winch Lecture
Join us for the 60th Hope Winch Lecture, where we'll welcome Pharmacy alumna Helen Milford.
Friday, October 24, 2025 - Friday, October 24, 2025
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
The Unseen, The Unholy, The Unhuman
Dare to discover the darker side of Criminology, Psychology, and Film and Media in a night of eerie yet enlightening talks.
Thursday, October 30, 2025 - Thursday, October 30, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Social Work or Health and Social Care: Discover Your Future
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Curious about the real-world impact of social workers and health and social care professionals?
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - Wednesday, November 5, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic - Schools and Colleges
Make It Your Business
Year 13 students and their teachers are invited to join us for a day of interactive workshops and an introduction to studying Business at University.
Friday, November 7, 2025 - Friday, November 7, 2025
9:30 AM - 2:45 PM
Topic - Schools and Colleges
Truth in focus: A BBC Verify taster day
Are you into news, content creation, or looking to sharpen your media skills? BBC Verify on Tour will be teaming up with the University to give young people the ultimate toolkit to take on the world of media, fake news, and viral hype.
Friday, November 14, 2025 - Friday, November 14, 2025
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Celebrating 30 Years of Toy Story: A Creative Exploration of Childhood, Media, and Animation
Join us for a day celebrating the 30th anniversary of Toy Story, a film that not only revolutionised animation but captured the imagination of children and adults around the world.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - Wednesday, November 19, 2025
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Topic - Schools and Colleges
Behind the Lens, Beneath the Mind, Inside the Crime: Exploring Adolescence
Join us on campus for an immersive exploration of the Netflix hit TV drama 'Adolescence,' which has gripped audiences and sparked national conversation.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 - Wednesday, November 26, 2025
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Master Your Social Work Interview
Our Social Work Interview Masterclass will give you expert tips and interview insights – perfect for applicants joining us in 2026.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 - Wednesday, November 26, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Topic - Online
Discover Sunderland
You’ve met us at a higher education fair or in your school or college, now it’s time to really get to know Sunderland. Your adventure starts here!
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 - Wednesday, November 26, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Master Your Nursing Interview
Join us for an informative session with our nursing admissions tutors who will help you to optimise your interview performance.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 - Wednesday, November 26, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Topic - Schools and Colleges
Master your Physiotherapy interview
Master your Physiotherapy interview, level up your interview skills.
Thursday, November 27, 2025 - Thursday, November 27, 2025
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Routes into Professional Policing
Thinking about a future in policing? Join us for an informative and inspiring event that shows how a Professional Policing degree can prepare you for a career that makes a real difference.
Friday, November 28, 2025 - Friday, November 28, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic - Schools and Colleges
Master your Occupational Therapy interview
Master your Occupational Therapy interview, level up your interview skills.
Monday, December 1, 2025 - Monday, December 1, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures
PgCert Infection Prevention and Control Information Event
This is an informational event for our short course PgCert Infection Prevention and Control to learn more about the course and how it'll be taught.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 - Wednesday, December 3, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges
Master Your Paramedic Science Interview
Join us for an overview of the interview process for BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science and Out of Hospital Care and what you can expect on the day.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 - Wednesday, December 3, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Topic - Schools and Colleges
Preparing for Derby Day
With Sunderland back in the Premier League, one thing football fans in the region are talking about is the return of the Tyne and Wear Derby. This event covers the run up to the derby and what journalists and pundits need to prepare for, both on and off the pitch, for this highly anticipated sporting event.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM