In this article, we\u2019re answering your frequently asked questions about university Open Days in Perth and across Australia. Whether you’re a Year 12 student, a mature-age applicant, a parent supporting someone through the process, or a professional considering a career change \u2013 this guide covers what to expect, how to prepare and what questions to ask on the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is a university Open Day? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A university Open Day is a large-scale campus event designed to help you explore study options and discover what university life is really like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most Open Days include course advice, campus tours, opportunities to meet students and information about pathways and support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Is an Open Day worth going to?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Yes \u2013 uni Open Days are worth going to. Attending an Open Day can make a big difference in how confident you feel about your next step. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
An Open Day can help you:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Open Day is largely self-directed \u2013 you choose which sessions to attend, which academics to speak with and which parts of campus to explore. Most visits cover a mix of course information, facility tours and student life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For many future students, course advice is the most valuable part of an Open Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You’ll have the chance to speak directly with academics and tutors about course content, career outcomes and what studying in your chosen field actually looks like day-to-day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Guided tours let you explore the facilities you’d use as a student, giving you a realistic picture of life on campus before you commit. You might visit labs, clinics, studios, study spaces and on-campus accommodation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most universities have support services covering academic help, mental health, careers guidance and accessibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Open Day is a good opportunity to ask staff directly what’s available to you, particularly the range of scholarships<\/a> and entry pathways<\/a> \u2013 including TAFE qualifications, enabling programs and credit for recognised work experience \u2013 that can expand your study options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Open Days are proper events \u2013 expect food trucks, giveaways, live music and activities across campus. It’s worth spending time just wandering, because the atmosphere on the day gives you a genuine feel for what campus life is really like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can just rock up to most Open Days. But if you want to make the most of your time on campus, a little preparation can help you feel more confident. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here’s a quick Open Day prep checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n So, questions are important \u2013 but what exactly do you ask? Here\u2019s a quick list of what to ask, and who to direct your questions to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These questions help you understand course outcomes and graduate pathways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Who to ask: <\/strong>Academic staff, like lecturers and tutors, who will be at information booths<\/a> around campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What to ask:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These questions are to help you understand how you\u2019ll be supported \u2013 academically and socially \u2013 during your studies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Who to ask: <\/strong>Support staff and student engagement teams, like Curtin Connect<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What to ask:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These questions help you get a feel for student life and campus culture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Who to ask:<\/strong> Current students, who’ll be running campus tours and crewing information booths<\/a> dotted around campus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What to ask:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you don\u2019t get to ask all your questions, don\u2019t worry. At Curtin, our Curtin Connect team are dedicated to getting you the answers you need<\/a> and helping you at every step of your academic journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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What happens at a university Open Day? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Course information and academic advice \ud83d\udcd6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Campus tours \ud83d\udccd<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Student life and support services \ud83c\udf92<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Entertainment and atmosphere \ud83c\udf89<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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How to prepare for a university Open Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What questions should you ask at an Open Day?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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2. Support and pathway questions \ud83e\udd1d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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3. Lifestyle questions \ud83d\udeb6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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