Realising Opportunities

University of Nottingham Open Days (Multiple Dates)
2025-06-27 10:00 - 2025-10-11 16:00 (Europe/London) | University of Nottingham, The University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, United Kingdom
University hosting: University of Nottingham
Location: University of Nottingham – various campuses depending on date
This event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13
Event Information: Open days are a great way to learn more about your course, meet academics and chat to students. They also help you to get a feel for the place, so that you can decide whether life as a Nottingham student is right for you.
How to book a place: Book your place on an Open Day on the University of Nottingham website. Make sure that you indicate your participation in the Realising Opportunities programme when you complete the booking form – there is a field for you to tick and this is how we will communicate special instructions to you and identify your attendance.
All subject areas except Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences will be represented at the University Park and Jubilee Campus Open Days. For those two areas, book a date at the Sutton Bonington Campus.
University Park and Jubilee Campus

Friday 27 June 2025
Saturday 28 June 2025
Saturday 13 September 2025
Saturday 11 October 2025

Sutton Bonington – Veterinary Medicine

Friday 11 July 2025
Saturday 12 July 2025
Friday 12 September 2025
Saturday 13 September 2025

Sutton Bonington – Biosciences

Saturday 12 July 2025
Saturday 13 September 2025
Saturday 11 October 2025

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: In addition to ticking that you are an RO participant on the Open Day booking form, make sure that you register your attendance (via scanning the QR code that you will receive in advance) at one of the many registration points on campus on the day.
Please let us know of your event attendance by sending your full name, event title, date and venue to realising-opportunities@nottingham.ac.uk so that we can update your records. Uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
Cohort 16 RO Travel Scheme: To apply for the RO Travel Scheme, please fill in this form. You must complete all sections of the RO Travel Scheme form at least 3 weeks in advance of the Open Day. You must also book onto the Open Day before submitting a Travel Scheme request form. Remember, the RO Travel Scheme is only available for one return journey for you and a guest.

University of York Open Day (multiple dates)
2025-09-06 09:15 - 16:00 | University of York, University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD, United Kingdom
University hosting: University of York
Location: The University of York

Event Information: Friday 5 September, Saturday 6 September
Explore what studying and living in York is really like. Our Open Days are a great way to get a proper feel for the University first-hand. You’ll get to explore the campus, chat to current students and staff, and find out what student life is really like here.
This event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13
How to book a place: Please book your place at www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/visits/open-days/. You need to book in advance and then your will be sent programme information and event details.
Cohort 16 RO Travel Scheme: To apply for the RO Travel Scheme, please fill in this form. You must complete all sections of the RO Travel Scheme form at least 3 weeks in advance of the Open Day. You must also book onto the Open Day before submitting a Travel Scheme request form. Remember, the RO Travel Scheme is only available for one return journey for you and a guest.
Recording your attendance on the RO student hub:After attending the Open Day, please contact us at realising-opportunities@york.ac.uk so that we can record your attendance on the RO Hub. If possible please include any Open Day booking reference number.
Uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.

University of Sheffield Undergraduate Open Day
2025-09-06 10:00 - 16:00 | University of Sheffield, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, United Kingdom
University hosting: University of Sheffield
Location: The University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN

Event Information: Our undergraduate open days are the perfect opportunity to speak to students and staff, and discuss the things that matter to you. The full details of what’s on offer at our undergraduate open days can be found in our open day guide. This guide is designed to help you make the most of your time with us and includes the times, locations and information you’ll need on the day.
This event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13
How to book a place: You can book onto one of our Open Days here: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/visit/book
Cohort 16 RO Travel Scheme: To apply for the RO Travel Scheme, please fill in this form. You must complete all sections of the RO Travel Scheme form at least 3 weeks in advance of the Open Day. You must also book onto the Open Day before submitting a Travel Scheme request form. Remember, the RO Travel Scheme is only available for one return journey for you and a guest.
Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the University of Sheffield at rosheffield@sheffield.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of the event.
Uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.

Open Day – University of Leicester
2025-09-13 09:00 - 15:00 | University of Leicester, University of Leicester, University Rd, Leicester, LE1 7RH, United Kingdom
University hosting: University of Leicester
Location: University of Leicester campus
Event Information: At the University of Leicester, we’re all citizens of something. Our Open Days are the perfect way for you to discover what makes Leicester so special and why we’ve been named University of the Year. It’s a chance to explore our campus, accommodation and subjects.
This event is suitable for: Year 12
How to book a place: Students can book their FREE place via this webpage.
Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email progression@le.ac.uk after the event so that your attendance can be logged on the RO database. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of the event. Uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
Cohort 16 RO Travel Scheme: To apply for the RO Travel Scheme, please fill in this form. You must complete all sections of the RO Travel Scheme form at least 3 weeks in advance of the Open Day. You must also book onto the Open Day before submitting a Travel Scheme request form. Remember, the RO Travel Scheme is only available for one return journey for you and a guest.

Y13 UCAS and Personal Statements - University of Sheffield
2025-09-18 17:00 - 18:15 | Online
University hosting: University of Sheffield
Location: Online

Event Information: You will hear from colleagues in our central Admissions team about the UCAS application process, how it works, key dates and other important information about submitting your application. We will then also talk to you about personal statements, how to get started, what to include, what admissions tutors are looking for, as well as other key tips.
This event is suitable for: Year 13
How to book a place: Please email rosheffield@sheffield.ac.uk and a link to join the session will be provided
Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the University of Sheffield at rosheffield@sheffield.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of the event.
Uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.

Open day Loughborough University - Friday 19 September
2025-09-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Loughborough University, Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, United Kingdom
University hosting: Loughborough University
Location: Loughborough University – Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE11 3TU
Event Information: Choosing the right university is a big decision, and we’re here to help you make it with confidence. At Loughborough University, we believe the best way to find out if we’re the perfect fit is to see it for yourself. Open days aren’t just a visit, it’s your opportunity to picture your future. Imagine yourself thriving in our dynamic learning spaces and creating unforgettable memories. Loughborough is more than a university; it’s a place to call home. Your future starts now. Join us at our next open day.
This event is suitable for: Year 12
How to book a place: Book online here.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: After the event, please email the RO team (R.O@lboro.ac.uk) with your full name and school, confirming the event you attended so this can be added to the database. Uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
Cohort 16 RO Travel Scheme: To apply for the RO Travel Scheme, please fill in this form. You must complete all sections of the RO Travel Scheme form at least 3 weeks in advance of the Open Day. You must also book onto the Open Day before submitting a Travel Scheme request form. Remember, the RO Travel Scheme is only available for one return journey for you and a guest.

Open Day Loughborough University - Saturday 20 September
2025-09-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Loughborough University, Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, United Kingdom

York Renaissance: All Eyez on us - University of York
2025-09-27 10:30 - 16:00 | University of York, University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD, United Kingdom
*To attend this event, you must be a student of Black heritage.*
University hosting: University of York
Location: University of York Campus

Event Information: This in person event is open for interest to any prospective student of Black heritage working with us on one of our widening access programmes. The event will be a fantastic opportunity for you to visit York ahead of the UCAS application deadline, meet or reconnect other programme participants and speak to our Black Access Student Team in a fun and relaxed environment. The day will have a particular focus on practicing the career and transferable skills you will develop whilst a university student alongside providing you with the opportunity to find out more about how to link your undergraduate study to great employability outcomes when you graduate.
This event is suitable for: Year 13
How to book a place: We are hoping to welcome as many of you as we can to the event but please be advised that, if it is necessary for us to manage attendee numbers, we will primarily consider two factors:
– The first is that we intend to show preference to those individuals who have not been able to attend any on campus events up to this point.
– The second is that we will consider your travel time to reach York and we will favour those students who can make the journey from their mainline train station in under 3 hours.
All participants traveling by train will need to arrive by no later than 9.45am and will not leave York for their return rail journeys until after 5.00pm. Those traveling by car will also need to arrive at campus at 9.45am and will be able to leave after 4.00pm.
Please therefore consider whether you are able and willing to commit to what might be a long day before you confirm that you want to be considered for a place on the event. We would also strongly advise you to discuss your transport plans with your parent/carer/guardians before completing this form.
You have until 9.00am on Monday 1 September 2025 to complete the form in order to be considered for a place. Your nominated parent/carer/guardian has until 9am on Wednesday 3 September 2025 to provide their consent for you to attend. Late submissions in all cases will not be permitted.
We will then be in touch with everyone to discuss the outcome and next steps during week commencing 1 September.
If you have any questions, please do email black-access@york.ac.uk.
Recording your attendance on the RO hub: After attending the York Renaissance: All Eyez on us, please email realising-opportunities@york.ac.uk to confirm your attendance and we will update RO Hub.
