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Tuesday, 30 January, 2024 — Get an insight into what life is like at an independent, specialist arts university in Plymouth from the people that know us best, our students!
<p>Get an insight into what life is like at an independent, specialist arts university in Plymouth from the people that know us best, our students!</p>
<p>To support you, we are offering a series of live Q&A online events throughout the year, hosted by our current students, who will be sharing what it is like to study at Arts University Plymouth and live in Britain’s Ocean City. Topics will include life on campus, living in Plymouth, accommodation, student finance, disability and wellbeing support, the Students' Union and more. Each talk will have a different theme, but please don't hesitate to bring any questions you might have for our students to any session.</p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">7 February | Student Life - What To Expect</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they share their insight into life at university, on campus and in-and-around Plymouth. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">14 February | Student Finance - The Basics & Budgeting</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they talk about applying for student loans through Student Finance England, budgeting tips and day-to-day spending. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">21 February | Accommodation Options and Tips</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss their experiences and personal tips for student accommodation and the variety of options available. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">28 February | Accessing Our Workshops & Studios</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they talk about using our facilities, workshops and spaces across all areas of the university. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">13 March | Supporting You - Wellbeing & Disability</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss how we have supported them, from wellbeing and disability support, to our Student Union's food bank and period poverty project. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">27 March | Collaboration Across Our Campus</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss how they are working with other students and learning new skills from different courses. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">10 April | Careers - Placements and Support</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss how our Careers & Enterprise team supports our students to find placements, job opportunities and build their CV. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">24 April | Student Life - Things To Do In Plymouth</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss all the things Plymouth has to offer in the day time, from visiting the gorgeous Barbican Harbour's hidden gems to enjoying hundreds of board games at Twist Cafe. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">8 May | Student Trips & Visits</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss what trips are available to our students, from visits to Milan or quick cultural trips to The Box. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">22 May | Life As An International Student</a></p>
<p>Join our international student ambassadors as they discuss their experiences and what life was like for them adapting to living in a new country. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">5 June | Supporting You - Writing & Research Skills </a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss how our academics skills team has been supporting our students during their studies. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">19 June | Starting Uni - The Essentials</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss all of the essentials for starting uni, from what to buy for your new accommodation, to handling nerves and making new friends in that first week. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">3 July | Our Students Work - Creative Showcase</a></p>
<p>Join our talented third-year student ambassadors as they show the work that they have created for their degree shows and their plans for the future. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">17 July | Student Life - Clubs & Societies</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss what societies and events are available to all our students. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">31 July | Student Life - Nights Out In Plymouth</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss their experiences of Plymouth's nightlife, from the bars and pubs on the Barbican Harbour to the clubs on the Union Street strip. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">14 August | Results Day - What to Expect</a></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss what to expect when you first arrive, including enrolment, meeting new people, your first week, and common concerns. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>
<p><a href="https://crm.student-crm.com/e/pca/sa/tours-and-events/in-convo-with-our-students" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">21 August | Freshers Events - What We Have In Store</a><br /></p>
<p>Join our student ambassadors as they discuss all of the events that our Student Union team has in store for our students this year. Throughout the session there will be opportunities to ask questions either via our chat function or using your device microphone.<br /></p>