Transformational university
The University of Suffolk is a transformational university, absorbing the best of UK university traditions and aligning them with a twenty first century audience and a modern world of employment and entrepreneurship.
We are a distinctive, thriving academic community which makes a clear and immediate impact. Our purpose is to change lives – of individuals and communities - for the better.
At the University of Suffolk, graduates are prepared for a world where nothing ever stays the same. Learning in a place where they are encouraged to embrace change, students are taught to aspire and inspire in equal measure.
Student Recruitment and Outreach team
We organise a range of events and activities to help prospective students find out about the range of options in higher education, and at the University of Suffolk specifically. To find out more, view our
dediacted webpages.
We are committed to providing information, advice and guidance to all prospective students, their families, teachers and advisors, and we travel across the UK and Europe to support people in making decisions about higher education. We deliver talks and workshops in schools and colleges, attend community events, parents evenings, education fairs and organise on-campus activities.
What we can offer
We would be delighted to attend any events that you may be running, such as Careers Fairs or Parents' Evenings.
Our wide variety of talks and workshops suit different age groups as outlined below. Please just get in touch to book via
[email protected]. If you would like to arrange a session on a bespoke topic, please do not hesitate to ask.
Topics we could cover include:
Why Go to University: Information about the benefits of studying at university and where a degree can lead, suitable for years 9-12 and parents.
Making Choices: Advice on choosing a course and university, suitable for year 12.
Student Finance: A detailed look at what financial support is on offer for students, how to apply and some advice on budgeting when at university
Suitable for years 12-13 and parents.
The UCAS Application Process and Writing a Personal Statement: An overview of how to apply through UCAS and advice on how to write a strong personal statement. Suitable for years 12-13 (prior to UCAS deadline).
Student Life: A look into life as a student, including information on living away from home, student workloads, social life and what to expect when you arrive Suitable for years 12-13.
We also offer two interactive activities for you to use in schools and colleges: