Open day FAQs

What time is my course talk at Francis Close Hall?

Course talks are a key part of your day and will be followed by a course-related session for you to enjoy. Find out when yours is taking place below and the activity that follows. Times and locations may change so please check here regularly before the day. One of our friendly student ambassadors will let know where the talk is being held when you check-in.

Which Welcome Talk you attend depends on which course you are visiting for. Please scroll to the end of the course talk list for more details. 

Course	Start time	Room	Taster session, which follows course talk
Architecture	11.30am	TC114	More than just buildings Experience a fun, hands-on session that shows architecture is also about creativity, imagination and rethinking what’s possible.
Biology	12.30pm	TC001	Walk and talk Join us for a walking tour of the Bioscience facilities. Our team will also dive deeper into the type of projects you will be undertaking as part of your course.
Biomedical Science	11.30am	TC007	As above
Creative Writing	11.30am	HC201	Writing the senses and poetry remix Explore how creativity can bring together a wide range of skills; taking some favourite poems, tearing them apart and creating new works.
Crime and Criminal Investigation	12.30pm	CE002	Murder at the Lodge? Explore crime scene investigation in our Crime Scene Laboratory and uncover the truth behind suspected crimes. Search for clues, examine evidence and solve a case whilst learning how social sciences students analyse crime and societal issues.
Crime and Criminal Justice (L6)	11.30am	HC205	As above
Criminology	11.30am	TC001	As above
Criminology and Sociology	11.30am	TC001	As above
Ecology and Environmental Science	12.30pm	QU109	Explore Ecology & Environmental Science: facilities tour Having heard about your course in detail, see where it lives in a walk-through of our unique laboratories, interactive classrooms and stunning campus space.
English Literature	11.30am	HC202	Ecopoetry: finding our place in the world. Join us for a lighting session on how poetry can help us reconnect with the earth, each other and the cosmos.
English Literature and Creative Writing	11.30am	HC201	Writing the senses and poetry remix Explore how creativity can bring together a wide range of skills; taking some favourite poems, tearing them apart and creating new works.
Geography	11.30am	CE102	Explore Geography: facilities tour Having heard about your Course in detail, see where it lives in a walk-through of our unique laboratories, interactive classrooms and stunning campus space.
History	12.30pm	CE102	Student project showcase: the private diaries of Denis Gibbs Hear from current students as they share insights into their project work, creative processes and key achievements.
Human Geography	11.30am	CE102	Explore Human Geography: facilities tour Having heard about your Course in detail, see where it lives in a walk-through of our unique laboratories, interactive classrooms and stunning campus space.
Illustration	11.30am	HC301	Drawing jam: collaborative characters Undertake a silly exercise in drawing characters.
Landscape Architecture	12.30pm	CL220	EOYS Walk and Talk Join us on an interactive walk and talk through the Landscape EOYS, exploring the drawing, modelmaking and rendering techniques of this years completing students
Professional Policing	12.30pm	CE002	Murder at the Lodge? Explore crime scene investigation in our Crime Scene Laboratory and uncover the truth behind suspected crimes. Search for clues, examine evidence and solve a case whilst learning how social sciences students analyse crime and societal issues.
Religion, Philosophy and Ethics	11.30am	HC203	Shaping a greener future Join us for a dynamic and thought-provoking session where we dive into the inspiring ways religion, philosophy and ethics can contribute to meaningful action on climate change.
Sociology	11.30am	TC001	Murder at the Lodge? Explore crime scene investigation in our Crime Scene Laboratory and uncover the truth behind suspected crimes. Search for clues, examine evidence and solve a case whilst learning how social sciences students analyse crime and societal issues.
Sociology and Law	11.30am	TC001	As above
Wildlife Conservation Biology	12.30pm	TC001	Walk and talk Join us for a walking tour of the Bioscience facilities. Our team will also dive deeper into the type of projects you will be undertaking as part of your course.
Zoology	12.30pm	TC001	As above

Welcome and Student Life Talk:

10.30am – 11.15am – all courses
Location: Chapel

What time is my course talk at Park?

Course talks are a key part of your day and will be followed by a course-related session for you to enjoy. Find out when yours is taking place below and the activity that follows. Times and locations may change so please check here regularly before the day. One of our friendly student ambassadors will let know where the talk is being held when you check-in.

Which Welcome Talk you attend depends on which course you are visiting for. Please scroll to the end of the course talk list for more details. 

Course	Start time	Room	Taster session, which follows course talk
Animation	10.30am	TC106	What is Animation? Get an exciting insight into the world of animation with Dr Justin Crouch – Senior Lecturer in animation theory and our very own Doctor of Cartoons!
Communications and Media	12.30pm	EW016	What’s the big idea? Creating standout campaigns Join us as we unpack the building blocks that make a campaign memorable.
Computer Games Design	12.30pm	BE206a/b	Hunt for the GAMEX Experience the creativity of our students in this hands-on playtest of the projects they showcased at our end of year show, GAMEX. As you explore each game, hunt for the hidden GAMEX ‘X’ and experience the projects you’ll soon be learning to create.
Computer Games Programming	12.30pm	BE206a/b	As above
Computer Science	1.30pm	WW002	Future trends and the digital world: shape the future of technology Join us for an interactive Computer Science session at our Open Day and dive into the cutting-edge trends driving the digital world. From AI to IoT, discover where the industry is heading — and how you can be part of leading the change
Computing (L6)	1.30pm	WW002	Future trends and the digital world: shape the future of technology Join us for an interactive Computer Science session at our Open Day and dive into the cutting-edge trends driving the digital world. From AI to IoT, discover where the industry is heading — and how you can be part of leading the change
Cyber Security	12.30pm	WW101	Hacking the Code: Cracking Ciphers Discover how to break basic cryptographic algorithms in Python using frequency analysis techniques.
Film and Television Production	12.30pm	TC006	Audio illusions: crafting sound for picture Discover how sound effects are created using everyday objects in this interactive Foley demonstration. Explore how Foley enhances storytelling through the illusion of sound.
Fine Art	12.30pm	OW001	Link-Detached Join Fine Art Graduate and sculptor Jo Hepburn as she discusses her current exhibition, LINK-DETACHED, the development of her gallery/studio 87a, and what studying Fine Art at the University of Gloucestershire is really like. Jo will also talk about her founding of the Crit Collective at the Wilson Museum and her recent postgraduate residency there.
Games Art	12.30pm	BE206a/b	Hunt for the GAMEX Experience the creativity of our students in this hands-on playtest of the projects they showcased at our end of year show, GAMEX. As you explore each game, hunt for the hidden GAMEX ‘X’ and experience the projects you’ll soon be learning to create.
Graphic Design	11.30am	OW001	Make and take Get a taste of working in our inspiring design studios, and leave with a one-of-a-kind graphic design souvenir.
Interior Design	12.30pm	JO001	Sensory Interior Design Further details to follow
Journalism	11.30am	EW004	Fast and curious: the big news quiz Take part in this interactive quiz; including headline writing, social media, captions, news knowledge and video clues.
Journalism and Communications (L6)	11.30am	EW004	As above
Music Business	11.30am	TC202	What is spatial sound? What is spatial audio? Learn about how the music business is about to change in this immersive sound workshop taking place in our state-of-the-art 22.2 and 7.1.4 studios
Photography (Editorial and Advertising)	11.30am	OW002	Photography from Vogue to the Queen Join current students as they discuss their individual and collaborative work, including their professional experiences with Vogue, live music and landscape photography. Meet alumni Megan Williams, a successful dog photographer know for her work with Crufts and the Queen’s Labradors, and her adorable spaniel.
Photography (Photojournalism and Documentary)	11.30am	OW002	As above
Popular Music	11.30am	TC202	Is space the place? Experience spatial audio in our cutting-edge 22.2 and 7.1.4 facilities, and discover why spatial audio production is set to become the new industry standard.
Sound and Music Production	11.30am	TC202	As above
Sports Journalism	11.30am	TC013	Graduate stories; breaking into journalism Hear from one of our graduates now actively working in sports journalism on how the course prepared them for a career in the industry, as well as tips on how to start building a portfolio.

Welcome and Student Life Talks:

Please note these talks are not subject specific, we recommend you go to the one listed for your subject to reduce the risk of overcrowding.

10.30am – 11.15am:
Courses: Art & Design, Computer Game Technologies, Journalism, Music & Sound and Photography
Location: TC014

11.30am – 12.15pm:
Courses: Animation, Computing and Cyber Security, and Film, Communications, Media & Television
Location: TC014

What time is my course talk at Oxstalls?

Course talks are a key part of your day and will be followed by a course-related session for you to enjoy. Find out when yours is taking place below and the activity that follows. Times and locations may change so please check here regularly before the day. One of our friendly student ambassadors will let know where the talk is being held when you check-in.

Which Welcome Talk you attend depends on which course you are visiting for. Please scroll to the end of the course talk list for more details. 

Course	Start time	Room	Taster session, which follows course talk
Accounting and Business Management	12.30pm	BG003	The accounting sleuth challenge Fraud, she wrote. Join this practical workshop to find out how forensic accountants use their accounting and investigative skills to uncover fraud. Learn about professional ethics, professional scepticism and document analysis through a simulation case study.
Accounting and Finance	12.30pm	BG003	As above
Business and Management	12.30pm	BG019	Supercharge your potential: how to jumpstart your career in business and management to gain a competitive edge. This interactive taster session will show you how to build a professional digital brand. Learn practical strategies, gain insider insights and learn how to position yourself confidently in today’s competitive job market.
Business and Management (Digital Business)	12.30pm	BG019	As above
Business and Management (Enterprise and Innovation)	12.30pm	BG019	As above
Business and Management (Events Management)	12.30pm	BG019	As above
Business and Management (Human Resource Management)	12.30pm	BG019	As above
Business and Management (Law)	12.30pm	BG019	As above
Business and Marketing Management	12.30pm	BG012/013	Add to cart Ever wondered why you chose that brand? Explore the link between your environment and the motivation behind your purchasing decisions in our Consumer Behaviour Lab.
Business Management and Strategy (L6)	12.30pm	BG019	Supercharge your potential: how to jumpstart your career in business and management to gain a competitive edge. This interactive taster session will show you how to build a professional digital brand. Learn practical strategies, gain insider insights and learn how to position yourself confidently in today’s competitive job market.
Clinical and Health Psychology	11.30am	BG143	Mindfulness in the modern world Engage in a couple of mindfulness examples and critically consider the role of mindfulness in the modern world.
Criminology and Psychology	12.30pm	SC164	Criminology versus psychology Learn more about the differences between criminology and psychology as well as how they complement each other when understanding crime.
Dance	11.30am	SC065	Dance on tour: New York 2025 In January, students from our Dance, Drama and Performing Arts courses travelled to New York for a trip of a lifetime, working with Broadway performers, seeing shows and visiting the tourist hotspots. Join some of the trip’s participants to find out about this regular trip, which is a key feature of our courses.
Dance (L6)	11.30am	SC065	As above
Diagnostic Radiography	10.30am	TC203	The magic of medical imaging Visit the X-ray suite, where we will look at what types of imaging we do and how we perform them, with a chance to use the medical imaging equipment we have on campus.
Drama and Performance Practice	11.30am	SC066	Drama and Performance Practice on tour: New York 2025 In January, students from our Dance, Drama and Performing Arts courses travelled to New York for a trip of a lifetime, working with Broadway performers, seeing shows and visiting the tourist hotspots. Join some of the trip’s participants to find out about this regular trip, which is a key feature of our courses.
Drama and Performance Practice (L6)	11.30am	SC066	As above
Early Childhood Studies	12.30pm	BG217	Building brains: shaping futures Explore brain development, the power of early experiences and your role in supporting children’s growth. Gain practical insights, spark your curiosity and see how you can make a real difference in a child’s future.
Education	12.30pm	BG143	Mobile phone – helpful or a nuisance? Get a taste of what to expect on our study programmes. We offer a range of learning approaches, this is just one!
Education, Inclusion and Special Educational Needs	12.30pm	BG143	As above
Forensic Psychology	11.30am	BG012/013	Student POV: how the course helpded me with my career Hear from Trinity, one of our final-year students, on how the course helped her gain important employability skills to further her career.
Health and Social Care (CertHE)	10.30am	TC119	Decision making, negotiation, and setting priorities….with chocolate Further information to follow.
Healthcare Science (Ophthalmic Imaging)	10.30am	TC217	Go with the flow: adventures in vascular science Join this introduction to the healthcare science courses. Use an ultrasound to scan your own eye, along with scanning the vessels which carry blood around the body.
Healthcare Science (Vascular Science)	10.30am	TC217	As above
International Business Management	12.30pm	BG119	New global trading reality after 100 days of Trump’s presidency Join us for a discussion of the ‘new normal’ in global trade.
International Hospitality and Tourism Management (September 2026 entry only)	12.30pm	BG218	TBC
Law	12.30pm	BG223/224	Advocacy in action: a glimpse inside the moot court. Join us for a live moot court session as current students present legal arguments in a mock hearing. Experience the rigour of advocacy, see courtroom skills in action and gain insight into life as a law students, with the chance to speak with the students afterwards.
Law (Corporate Law)	12.30pm	BG223/224	As above
Law (Individual Rights)	12.30pm	BG223/224	As above
Marketing	12.30pm	BG012/013	Add to cart Ever wondered why you chose that brand? Explore the link between your environment and the motivation behind your purchasing decisions in our Consumer Behaviour Lab.
Marketing (Advertising and Branding)	12.30pm	BG012/013	As above
Marketing (Consumer Cultures)	12.30pm	BG012/013	As above
Marketing (Digital Innovation)	12.30pm	BG012/013	As above
Nursing (Adult)	12.30pm	TC017/018	Communication in nursing Join us in working with the different fields of nursing to complete fun communication activities, considering why communication is so important in nursing – with our patients and service users, other nurses and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. You will also learn about the different fields of nursing, exploring the differences between each specialism, as well as the similarities in how we support our different patients.
Nursing (Associate)	10.30am	BG119	Effective communication: what is it and why is it important? Using interactive activities and games, explore key elements of communication and its impact on safe and effect care, and discover why effective communication is essential to developing therapeutic relationships with the people we care for and those important to them and how it’s key to collaborative working within a multidisciplinary team.
Nursing (Blended Learning)	12.30pm	TC017/018	Communication in nursing Join us in working with the different fields of nursing to complete fun communication activities, considering why communication is so important in nursing – with our patients and service users, other nurses and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. You will also learn about the different fields of nursing, exploring the differences between each specialism, as well as the similarities in how we support our different patients.
Nursing (Learning Disabilities)	1.15pm	TC217	As above
Nursing (Mental Health)	10.30am	TC118	As above
Occupational Therapy	12.30pm	TC118	We are what we do: Exploring activity and identity Discover how the meaningful activities we engage in shape our identity. Explore the vast role of occupational therapy and engage in an interactive activity which highlights how occupational engagement is vital to maintain our health and wellbeing.
Operating Department Practice	10.30am	TC103	Delivering optimal care to perioperative patients. Join us in our simulated operating theatre environment where you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with actual equipment used in theatre. Explore the role of the Operating Department Practitioner and understand how we deliver excellent care to our perioperative patients as a key part of a multidisciplinary team.
Paramedic Science	12.30pm	TC218	TBC
Performing Arts	12.30pm	SC065	Performing Arts on tour: New York 2025 In January, students from our Dance, Drama and Performing Arts courses travelled to New York for a trip of a lifetime, working with Broadway performers, seeing shows and visiting the tourist hotspots. Join some of the trip’s participants to find out about this regular trip, which is a key feature of our courses.
Performing Arts (L6)	12.30pm	SC065	As above
Physical Education	12.30pm (bus to Sports Arena at 12.20pm)	SH012	Can we really provide physical activity recommendations for obese people if we are not obese? A practical perspective using a bariatric weighted suit. As practitioners and researchers, we are aware of the issues relating to the lack of physical activity associated with obesity. However, guidance given to school children on physical activity often fails to recognise the difficulties that obese children face whilst growing. Wearing a bariatric weighted suit provides a practical ‘lived in’ experience of the physical stresses and constraints for those who are at risk of becoming obese to demonstrate what could happen if they fail to take preventative action when moving into adulthood.
Physiotherapy	12.30pm	SC060	The science of stability Join us for an interactive taster session exploring using movement to restore function. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how physiotherapists help patients recover from injury and illness by restoring balance, control and confidence in their bodies.
Primary Education with QTS (BEd)	12.30pm	LC003	History at Key Stage 1 Explore a resource-rich, enquiry-based approach to teaching and learning in the primary classroom. Experience how we use modelling and deconstruction to develop your skills as a trainee teacher.
Psychology	11.30am	SC161/162	Using technology in psychology research Get hands-on with some of the technology we employ in psychology research, including VR and eye-tracking equipment.
Psychology, Health and Wellbeing (L6)	11.30am	BG119	Criminology versus psychology Learn more about the differences between criminology and psychology as well as how they complement each other when understanding crime.
Social Work	10.30am	TC226	What is the right thing to do? Exploring values and ethics in social work. As the world develops and advances, great strides are being taken in terms of how we approach complex situations. In this sample lecture, we will interactively discuss and debate what is right and what is wrong, what is considered good or bad? As social workers, we will explore who we approach complex situations considering values and ethics, and what influences practices and decision-making in a complex world.
Sport and Exercise Sciences	12.30pm	SC161/162	Office worker to athlete Exploring the course’s main themes of sport performance and health, you will have the opportunity to observe, or participate in, demonstrations of advanced testing techniques from the world of sport and exercise.
Sport Business Management	1.30pm	BG101	From Classroom to Boardroom Explore global placement opportunities for sport business students and dive into the key challenges, issues, and exciting prospects within the ever-evolving sport business world. Discover how studying sport business within a dynamic business school environment prepares you for a fast-paced, ever-evolving global industry.
Sport Business Management (High Performance Leadership)	1.30pm	BG101	As above
Sport, Coaching and Physical Education	12.30pm (bus to Sports Arena at 12.20pm)	SH012	Can we really provide physical activity recommendations for obese people if we are not obese? A practical perspective using a bariatric weighted suit. As practitioners and researchers, we are aware of the issues relating to the lack of physical activity associated with obesity. However, guidance given to school children on physical activity often fails to recognise the difficulties that obese children face whilst growing. Wearing a bariatric weighted suit provides a practical ‘lived in’ experience of the physical stresses and constraints for those who are at risk of becoming obese to demonstrate what could happen if they fail to take preventative action when moving into adulthood.
Sports Performance	12.30pm	SC130	Using video analysis and wearable technology to enhance sporting performance Discover how professional sportspeople are tracked and monitored on a daily basis in training and competition. Get hands-on with some video analysis and wearable activity tracking technology to monitor your sporting performance. We will analyse this data together in the offer holder days should you choose to study with us.
Sports Therapy	12.30pm	SC134	Skills showcase: the role of sports therapists in patient recovery Discover the vital knowledge and skills required to assist injured patients on their road to recovery and enhanced performance. Participate in hands-on demonstrations with our team of experts using specialist equipment.
Strength, Conditioning and Rehabilitation	12.30pm	TC119	Being a strength, conditioning and rehabilitation practitioner Get ready to put your performance capabilities to the test using our industry-standard equipment and learn how you can enhance your strength, conditioning and injury resilience. Create a personalised plan to enhance your performance, just like a professional would.
Working with Children, Young People and Families (CertHE)	10.30am	BG102	It’s not just table tennis and Mars bars Explore the course, its values and the opportunities it presents for future development and career progression when working with children, young people and families.

Welcome and Student Life Talks:

Please note these talks are not subject specific. However, we recommend you go to the one listed for your subject to reduce the risk of overcrowding.

10.30am – 11.15am (A)
Courses: Accounting and Finance, Business, Law and Marketing
Location: LC003

10.30am – 11.15am (B)
Courses: Performing Arts and Production, Psychology and Psychological Sciences
Location: TC017

11.30am – 12.15pm (A)
Courses: Health and Social Care
Location: LC003

11.30am – 12.15pm (B)
Courses: Education and Learning, Sport and Exercise*
Location: TC017

* Sport at UoG – if you’re interested in sport at university, you’ll be able to find out more about playing, coaching and officiating sport at UoG, and our international-standard sport facilities at the end of this welcome talk.

General FAQs

How do I know which campus to attend?

UoG has three key campuses.

Park – For Art, Computing and Cyber Security, Design, Film, Media & Television, Game Technologies, Journalism, Music, and Photography courses.

Francis Close Hall – For Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Bioscience, Criminology and Policing, English and Creative Writing, Geography, History, Illustration, Religion and Philosophy, and Sociological Sciences courses.

Oxstalls – For Accounting and Finance, Business, Education and Learning, Health and Social Care, Law, Marketing, Performing Arts and Production, Psychology and Psychological Sciences, Sport and Exercise courses.

Is parking available?

Yes, and it’s free for all open day attendees.

Oxstalls – Oxstalls campus, Gloucester, GL2 9HW

Park – Park campus, Cheltenham, GL50 2RH. Please follow signs to the main car park (entrance no. 3).

Francis Close Hall – Francis Close Hall campus, Cheltenham, GL50 4AZ

There’s limited parking at Francis Close Hall, so we recommend you head to either:

• the Racecourse Park and Ride (GL50 4SH) and catch the free bus which runs every 15 minutes to the campus. It runs from 9am and takes 15 minutes to get to Francis Close Hall.
• Hardwick campus (GL50 4BS), a 5-minute walk away along St Paul’s Road. Parking here is also fairly limited.

How do I reach you by public transport?

Francis Close Hall

By train
The closest railway station is Cheltenham Spa – around 20​ minutes’ walk from both campuses

Directions from Cheltenham Spa station to Francis Close Hall

By bus
Cheltenham has two Park and Ride facilities.

Park

By train
The closest railway station is Cheltenham Spa – around 20​ minutes’ walk from both campuses

Directions from Cheltenham Spa station to Park campus

By bus
Cheltenham has two Park and Ride facilities.

Oxstalls

By train
The closest railway station is Gloucester – around 20 minutes’ walk from campus.

Walking directions from Gloucester station to Oxstalls​

By bus
Opposite the train station is Gloucester bus station where you can catch the number 94 Stagecoach bus service. It stops on Cheltenham Road, opposite the campus.

Where do I go on arrival?

Follow the welcome signs to the check-in stand where you’ll receive your programme for the day. You’ll then be able to book a campus tour and enjoy some welcome drinks while you wait for your day to get underway.

What should I bring?

Nothing. All we need on arrival is your full name to check you in, and you’ll receive a programme with notetaking space and a pen on the day to jot things down.

Can I bring friends or family?

Yes, you can bring up to two guests with you. If you’d like to bring any more, please let us know by emailing [email protected].

Will refreshments be provided?

Yes, we’ll have complimentary welcome drinks. Refectories will be open if you’d like to buy lunch or snacks, or feel free to bring something with you as there are lots of tables and benches for you to eat at.

What about dietary requirements?

There are gluten and nut-free options for you to choose from in the refectories.

What time does the day finish?

Scheduled sessions will finish around 3/3.30pm but you might stay a little later if you choose to visit off-campus accommodation and facilities.

Will I get to speak to the relevant lecturer/s?

Academics will be available to chat to at the stands in the open day hub or after the course talk when you’ll have the opportunity to ask any extra questions.

Can I look at accommodation options?

Absolutely.

Oxstalls

You’ll be able to view on-campus accommodation, plus you’ll be able to hop on our free shuttle bus to Blackfriars and Upper Quay off-campus halls where you will have a guided accommodation tour with a student ambassador. The shuttle bus will run until 4pm.

Park

You’ll be able to view on-campus accommodation, plus you’ll be able to make your own way over to our off-campus accommodation at Pittville Student Village (GL52 3JG), where our student ambassadors will be waiting to show you round.

Francis Close Hall

You can hop on a free shuttle bus to Pittville Student Village, where our student ambassadors will be waiting to show you around. The shuttle bus will run until 5.30pm

What time do the free shuttlebuses run?

View the shuttlebus timetable.

Oxstalls Campus in Gloucester

The shuttlebus to and from Blackfriars and Upper Quay off-campus accommodation runs from 11.40am – 5pm. The Sports Arena shuttle bus will leave Oxstalls at 2pm.

Park Campus in Cheltenham

There are no shuttlebuses running from Park.

Francis Close Hall Campus in Cheltenham

The shuttlebus to and from the Racecourse Park & Ride will run from 9am – 5.20pm. It will include drops to and from Pittville Student Village from 11.55am.

Is free WiFi available?

Yes. To connect to the internet, turn on the wifi option in your device settings. If you are not connected automatically, please select the network labelled _The Cloud. No log-in details are required.

What can I check out locally when my day has finished?

Francis Close Hall

With Cheltenham town centre just a 5 – 10 minute walk away, you should definitely take a look. The Brewery Quarter has a great range of restaurants, lively bars and entertainment and a little further into town you’ll find specialist shops and cafés to explore.

Park

Just 15 minutes’ walk from the centre of Cheltenham and less than 10 minutes’ walk from Montpellier, you’ll be right on the doorstep of Cheltenham’s best restaurants, scenic green spaces, bars, shops and cafés.

Oxstalls

Located in the heart of Gloucester, Oxstalls is approximately 25 minutes’ walk from the city centre giving you easy access to the city’s bars, shops, historic docks, venues and cafés.

Next to Blackfriars accommodation is Gloucester Quays where you’ll find a vast range of restaurants with waterside views and a popular designer outlet.

Sports Arena, Gloucester

Our international-standard Sports Arena in Gloucester is also open all day, where you can see our sports facilities including 3G and 4G all-weather pitches, tennis centre and hockey pitch. You can either catch our free shuttle bus from Oxstalls campus at 2pm for a guided tour, or make your own way there (Gloucester, GL1 3LT). Parking is free.

Are your campuses wheelchair accessible?

Yes. UoG is committed to ensuring that all students can access their studies and training with us, regardless of disability. If you’re coming with a wheelchair or mobility scooter, please email us at [email protected] in advance of the event so we can make sure we’re ready to show you around.

My course will be taught at City Campus. Why am I attending an Open Day at Oxstalls campus?

City Campus will be open for teaching from September 2025 but at this stage, it’s not quite ready to host an event. That’s why your open day will take place at Oxstalls Campus, also in Gloucester. This gives you a chance to get a feel for the area and explore nearby accommodation options. As part of your day, you’ll have the opportunity to tour City Campus to get a real feel for where you’ll be studying.  

City Campus tours information

Tours available for Psychological Sciences, Education and Social Work courses only. 

As your course will be taught at the new City Campus, you’re invited to book a tour on the day to see where you’ll be based. 

Tours will be bookable at the event, running from 1pm. If you intend to book a tour, please take a moment to read this essential information: 

The essentials 

• There is space on the tour for prospective students and one guest only. 

• Spaces will be issued on a first come, first served basis. 

• There are buses that will take you to and from City Campus, ensuring you arrive in time for your tour slot.  

• City Campus is still a construction site, so you will need to wear a hard hat, hi-vis vest, safety glasses and gloves while you’re on site. We’ll supply these for you, but booking is essential. 

• You’ll need to wear long sleeves, full-length trousers (no cropped trousers, shorts or skirts). 

• You’ll need to wear shoes or boots that are flat with a fully closed, sturdy upper and a thick, grippy sole. Trainers are fine, but no flip-flops, Crocs or high heels. 

• Due to safety protocols, we can’t let you on site if you’re not dressed appropriately. 

• Please note; there are no toilets on site. 

• Tours will last between 30-40 minutes. 

• There are several nearby coffee shops for anybody waiting, including Costa Coffee, and Coffee#1. 

Getting to City Campus 

• Buses will be operating between Oxstalls Campus and Blackfriars accommodation, which is a 10-minute walk to City Campus. The buses have been scheduled to ensure you reach your tour on time, and there will be a guide to show you the way from Blackfriars to City Campus.

When at City Campus 

• During the tour you must stay with the group and follow instructions provided. Photography inside the building is not permitted. 

You’ll be entering a building site with uneven floors, stairs and no lift. If you have any access needs, please speak to us about how you can visit the site at a future time when it’s fully accessible.   

I still have questions…

Email us at [email protected] or call us between 9am and 4pm (Monday to Friday) on 01242 714300 and we’ll do our best to help you.