QUB – Undergraduate Virtual Events

Feb12

Posted by Fearghal Quinn
Posted in Careers Blog

Queen’s University Belfast are running a series of virtual events to provide you with the knowledge, confidence and skills to make informed choices about your future learning and career. Register for the events and gain an insight into life at Queen’s, along with useful information and advice which will guide you through your journey to University.

On Demand Videos

Why choose Queen’s University? – Find out more about studying at Queen’s including our range of Undergraduate Degree programmes, Support Services, Club & Societies, Careers & Employability, Accommodation and much more. Register here for instant access Parents Register

Changing your UCAS choices: It’s not too late! – We understand that sometimes you can change your mind about your UCAS choices, and you now may wish to make Queen’s your firm choice. If you are holding an insurance offer or have previously declined our offer, this recording will provide you with step-by-step guidance on how to amend your UCAS firm or insurance choice. Register here for instant access Parents Register

Applying through UCAS Extra – Have you used your five choices in UCAS and haven’t received any offers? Perhaps you have had offers but you no longer wish to accept any of them. The great news is that you can still apply to Queen’s University Belfast, a top-ranked Russell Group university through UCAS Extra. Get access to this webinar and find out how to add Queen’s as a choice on UCAS Extra.

Applying for Student Finance – Whether you are already holding a University offer or have just started thinking about applying, make sure you have your Student Finance sorted. Join us so that we can put your mind at ease while we guide you through the Student Finance registration, eligibility and application processes, as well as top tips on finding scholarships at Queen’s. Register here for instant access Parents Register

Live Virtual Events

Applicant Information Day (Engineering and Physical Sciences) – Saturday 6 February, 10.00am – 4.00pm

The Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences are holding an Applicant Information Day* for students and their parents/guardians who have applied to the faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

Find out more about how a degree from Queen’s University Belfast can help you realise your future potential. Choosing the right Undergraduate Degree and University is a major decision in your life and we are here to help you reach your full potential and to support you every step of the way.

*Please note, this event is open to all applicants, however attendance at this event does not constitute or infer an offer to study at Queen’s University Belfast. If your application is confirmed as unsuccessful before the event, you do not need to attend.

Science at Queen’s – Thursday 4 March, 6.30pm – 8pm

This is an exciting time for school leavers to pursue a career in science-related fields. Salaries for Science graduates in Northern Ireland are currently starting from £18K (HESA, Higher Education Graduate Outcomes Statistics: UK, 2017/18 – Salary and location of leavers in employment)

This event is for parents/guardians and sons/daughters in years 11, 12 and 13 who have an interest in Science subjects. Attendees will have a unique opportunity to hear about some of the reasons why their son or daughter should consider a science degree. They will also hear from academics on our courses and employers, and have the opportunity to ask questions about the following subjects:

Archaeology and Palaeoecology, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences / Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Planning, Psychology, Physics Register now

Mental Health and Wellbeing: Enjoying the Journey – Tuesday 9 March, 6pm

Making decisions about your future is stressful: FACT. Dr Carolyn Blair, Research Fellow in SSESW, is on hand with practical advice about present-moment awareness. Don’t know what that is? Tune in and learn how to increase happiness, improve your productivity, reduce negative self-criticism, overcome indecision, reduce stress and help you to enjoy the journey to third level education.

Followed by a live Q&A session, but no need for cameras on, or active discussion, feel free to participate in whatever way works for you.

Students Register Parents Register

Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences Offer Holder Day – Saturday 13 March, 11am

This invitation only* offer holder visit day is for students who are currently holding an offer for a subject within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences.

On the day you will have the opportunity to meet the academics on your course of choice, and find out more about your Undergraduate Degree including course content, hours of study, assessment methods and career opportunities.

*If you have been made an offer by Queen’s you will automatically receive an invitation. Please check your email, and if you have an offer, but have not received an invitation to this event, please email askmhls@qub.ac.uk

Applying for Queen’s Accommodation – Tuesday 16 March, 6pm

All first year Undergraduate students at Queen’s are guaranteed a place in University owned accommodation. Join this event to find out about our purpose built accommodation, how we offer some of the lowest student costs in the UK and gain in depth information about the benefits of living in Belfast. Discover how our Residential Life Team are able to offer you support and encouragement when you start your journey at Queen’s.

Followed by a live Q&A session. Students Register Parents Register

Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Virtual Offer Holder Event – Saturday 20 March, 10am – 1pm

The Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences is holding a virtual offer holder event*. This event is open to students who are currently holding an offer for one or more of the arts, humanities or social science subjects.

To help make your UCAS choices easier, this invitation only virtual offer holder event, will provide you with an opportunity to find out more details about your chosen degree, as well as chat with current student and meet the academics who will be teaching you.