Campus Tours

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Come and see our beautiful campus!

The Student Liaison Team offers tours of the University campus to members of the public, international visitors and schools.

With a minimum of one week's notice, a tour can be arranged for individuals considering study at UC. Tours are offered on a Monday or Friday (excluding Public Holidays). On the first Friday of every month we can also offer a tour of Colleges.

Campus in SpringCampus Water FeatureCampus QuadrangleAn example of a general campus tour includes:

  • An appointment with a Liaison Officer
    (The Liaison Office is often the first contact for students studying at UC. A Liaison Officer can help you plan your first year of study, provide information on University Entrance requirements, university regulations and scholarships)
  • One or two halls of residence (if accommodation required)
  • Facilities on campus ie library, bookshop, student social and study spaces
  • A lecture theatre

Tours usually commence at 9.30 am and take approximately two hours.

Prospective Student Tours

Mondays and Fridays - Tours are run at fixed times. Please complete a Campus Tour Booking Form.

College Tour - Tours of Colleges are available on the first Friday of every month (7 June, 5 July, 2 August, 6 September, 4 October, 1 November, 6 December). If you are interested in a College Tour please complete a College Tour Booking Form.

School Holiday Tours - Tours will be available during the July School Holidays (15-26 July) on specific days only:
Monday 15 July, Wednesday 17 July, Friday 19 July
Monday 22 July, Wednesday 24 July

Tours start at 9.30 am and will be structured as follows:

9.30 am Information Session (including scholarships and financial support, accommodation options, and degree planning advice)
10.30 am Campus Tour
11.00 am College Tours
12.15 noon - 4.00 pm Halls of Residence Open

All tours can be requested through the School Holiday Tours Booking Form.

Tours for School Groups - School group tours can be arranged on request.

 

Tours for International Students

If you are an international student, please contact the International Relationships Office.

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