Applicant events and Open Days

Our events are the perfect way to learn more about your chosen course and student life. Whether it’s an on-campus event or an online activity, we encourage you to join us and start connecting with your future classmates. Visit us and discover why Sunderland is a great choice.

Events for offer holders and applicants

We’ll be hosting events for offer holders and applicants throughout the year. You’ll be invited to these events via email, so don’t forget to check your inbox.

Future Student Social

Wednesday 18 June 4pm - 7:15pm

City Space, City Campus, Chester Road SR1 3SD

Join us for an exclusive event for offer holders.

Get to know your fellow students and prepare for your next steps at the University of Sunderland. You'll get the chance to:

Meet current students and applicants on your course
Grab a bite to eat (on us)
Dive into our activities with something to suit everyone - from climbing walls to board games, mocktails and live music to hook-a-duck competitions

There are prizes to be won and fun to be had, all rounding off with the University of Sunderland interactive Speed Quiz.

There’s also the opportunity to talk to our teams about, student finance, your qualifications/application and future careers.

Your parents or supporters are welcome to accompany you, but these activities are aimed at students. They're welcome to wait on campus and enjoy some free refreshments.

Places are limited for this event, so we recommend registering as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

Please ensure that the subject you have applied for is on the drop-down list. If it is not then you'll not be able to sign up to this event, but please keep your eyes peeled for other similar events for you.

Book your place.

Other events

Open Days

Join us at our next Open Day where you can explore the University's fantastic campus, meet current students and staff, and learn more about your chosen course.

Campus tours

If you can't make one of our Applicant events or Open Days, why not sign up for a campus tour? Our expert home student recruitment staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have, while our Student Ambassadors can give you the inside scoop on student life at Sunderland. You'll also get the chance to meet academic and technical staff who will show you around the course-specific facilities and teaching spaces you'll be using as part of your course.

View our AccessAble accessibility guides for support with planning your journey to visit the University.

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