Meet the staff, tour the campus and find out about life as a student at the University Centre Truro & Penwith.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Discover your future at the University Centre Truro and Penwith by joining us for an inspiring and informative Open Evening designed to help you take the next confident step in your higher education journey.

This is your opportunity to experience first-hand what makes the University Centre Truro and Penwith such a dynamic and supportive place to study. Head to our Fal Building Foyer, where our University Centre team will welcome you to the event.

Our programme leads will be available throughout the event to discuss courses in detail, answer your questions, and help you understand how each programme can support your ambitions. You will also have the chance to explore our impressive specialist facilities, giving you a real feel for life as a student here.

If you’re unsure about your future career path, our Careers Coordinator will be available to offer advice and help you explore progression routes, employment opportunities, and further study options. In addition, our friendly Student Support Team will be there to discuss the wide range of academic, wellbeing, and financial support available to ensure you feel confident and supported throughout your studies.

The event will include a University Centre talk led by the Dean of the University. These sessions will highlight our career-focused higher education courses, designed in response to local and national skills shortages with a focus on developing employability skills for real-world careers. The Dean will also showcase our state-of-the-art facilities, share inspiring stories of graduate success, and explain how our supportive and inclusive learning environment helps students thrive academically, personally and professionally.

University Centre Talk at 5.30pm.

Join us for an Open Event that’s informative, welcoming, and full of possibility. Your future starts here at the University Centre Truro and Penwith.

Access to HE Diplomas

If you are interested in studying a university level course but do not meet the entry requirements, please do get in touch. Whether you are missing the required Level 2 or 3 qualifications, staff will be available to guide you and discuss your options. For example, Access to HE Diplomas are Level 3 qualifications which provide the essential academic skills and subject knowledge for progression to university. These courses can be completed in less than one academic year and are aimed at adults (18 years plus) who would like an alternative fast track route to university. You can find out more here.

HOW TO GET HERE

If you’re planning to travel by car, parking for the event will be clearly signposted. Visitors are advised to arrive after 4.30pm. The College’s ANPR Parking System will be in operation and issuing fines to unregistered vehicles before this time. Any visitors arriving before 4.30pm must register their car with reception to avoid receiving a fine.

If you’re planning to travel by bus, the Langarth Park and Ride is on the main road a few minutes away from the College and there are bus stops right outside the campus. To view the latest and upcoming timetables please visit the Transport for Cornwall website.

Description supplied by the event organiser.