24690.56599.file.eng

Come and experiencestudent life at oneof Britain’s leadinguniversities...InternationalreputationUniversity forall since 1883Excellentcareer prospectsAcademicexcellenceOutstandingemployment recordCapitalcityCardiff UniversityOpen DayProgrammeFriday 4th July 20149:00 – 16:00For further information about our undergraduate Open Day:www.cardiff.ac.uk/opendaysTel: 029 2087 6000facebook.com/cardiffuniug@cardiffuniug

ContentsImportant Information 4General Talks 5Information and Advice 6Tours and Facilities 9Academic School 12ProgrammesOpen Day Planner 26We want to hear from you… 27Campus Map 28Popular Talks at Busy Times:You do not need to book onto ourtalks beforehand at Open Days.We try to repeat talks that aretraditionally popular throughout theday, in order to accommodate asmany visitors as possible. However,in the event of high demand, prioritywill be given to student visitors. Ifsuch a situation arises, the supportof parents and guardians in givingup their seats for other students isappreciated.Free Wi-Fi Access:Cardiff University is a wirelesscampus and you are welcome to useour network whilst you are with us.To use wi-fi:• Select the network ‘OpenDay’on your device and register yourdetails• You will shortly receive a textcontaining a unique login• Log in to start using wi-fi wheneveryou are on the campusVisitors with an international SIMcard should visit the Libraries andIT Facilities stand in Main BuildingSubject IndexAccounting 14Anatomical Sciences 13Ancient History 18Archaeology 18Architectural Engineering 16Architecture 12Astronomy 23Astrophysics 23Banking and Finance 14Biological Science 12Biomedical Science 13Biomolecular Science 13Biosciences 13Business 14Chemistry 14City & Regional Planning 23Civil Engineering 16Computer Science & Informatics 15Conservation of Objects 18Criminology 25Dental Hygiene/Therapy 15Dentistry 15Earth Science 15Ecology 13Economics 14Education 25Electrical/Electronic Engineering 16Engineering 16English Language 16English Literature 16Environmental Geoscience 15Exploration & Resource Geology 15Finance 14French 21Genetics 12Geography (Human) 23Geography (Marine) 15Geology 15German 21Healthcare Sciences 17History 18Information Systems 15Integrated Engineering 16Italian 21Japanese 21Journalism, Media and 19Cultural StudiesLaw 19Marine Geography/Geosciences 15Mathematics 19Mechanical Engineering 16Medical Engineering 16Medicine 20Medieval History 18Microbiology 12Midwifery 17Modern History 18Modern Languages 21Music 21Neuroscience 12Nursing 17Occupational Therapy 17Operating Department Practice 17Optometry 22Pharmacology 20Pharmacy 22Philosophy 16Physics 23Physiology 12Physiotherapy 17Planning and Geography 23Politics 24Psychology 24Radiography/Radiotherapy 17Religious & Theological Studies 18Social Policy 25Social Sciences 25Sociology 25Spanish 21Translation 21Welsh 25Zoology 12(map ref. 39 ) for guidance.Open Day 2014 Programme | 3

ImportantInformationSafety ArrangementsTo ensure your personal safetythroughout Open Day, please adhereto all warning and instruction noticesand act in a safe and responsiblemanner on any tours, talks or OpenDay activities. Do not touch anyequipment or apparatus unlessinvited to do so by the memberof staff in charge. In case of anemergency, immediately contactthe nearest member of staff, or ifyou have access to a phone pleasephone our Security Control Roomon 029 2087 4444. In the eventof a fire alarm (a continuous siren)immediately vacate the building bythe nearest exit and remain outsideuntil told by university staff that itis safe to re-enter. If you are onan upper floor and have difficultynegotiating stairs, please make yourway to one of the designated safehaven points, which are signposted,and use the telephone to seekfurther assistance. Please note thatlifts should not be used in the eventof a fire.Meeting PointsIf you lose a family/group memberor become lost on Open Day, pleasemake yourself known to a memberof our security staff in the Porters’Lodge in any of the Universitybuildings.Lost PropertyPlease report any items of lostproperty to staff on the informationdesks or the security staff.Advice for Disabled VisitorsVisitors with mobility difficultiesshould enter Main Building (mapref. 39 ) using the entrance onPark Place. Limited parking will beavailable for disabled visitors in thecar park of Main Building. You maywish to know that an accessibleminibus is on-call throughout theday. To access this facility, pleaseask a member of staff in themarquee reception in Main Buildingcar park who will contact the driverfor you or phone 029 2087 4455.In addition, a limited number ofwheelchairs are available from MainBuilding.If you have any further queriesregarding provision for studentswith a disability, medical conditionor specific learning difficulty, oraccess to grants and support, visitthe Student Support Services standin the Main Building Exhibition area(map ref. 39 ). Further informationfor visitors with a disability includingtravel and parking arrangementsis available on our website at:www.cardiff.ac.uk/opendays/disabilityadviceOnline Photo GalleryThe University is employing aphotographer to record the eventand photos taken on Open Daywill appear on our website at:www.cardiff.ac.uk/opendaysCopyright of all images rests withCardiff University.Quiet RoomsThere are two rooms on the CathaysPark campus available throughoutthe event which are designated quietrooms for students, staff and visitorsto the University:John Percival Building,Room 0.05 (map ref. 16 )Queen’s Buildings,Room S2.28 (map ref. 58 )NoteThe events listed in this programmeare correct at the time of going toprint. However some changes in theprogramme may be necessary onthe day. In the highly unlikely eventof a postponement/cancellationof Open Day, we will notify you byemail using the address you haveprovided. Should we have to cancel/postpone the event, we will beunable to reimburse individuals/schools/colleges for travel and otherassociated costs.4 | Open Day 2014 Programme

General TalksGeneral Talks (continued overleaf)Thinking about going to university is one of the most important and exciting choices you’ll everhave to make. Our talks tackle some of the key issues facing you over the coming year.Why Study atCardiff University?Why do over 30,000 students applyto Cardiff University each year? Thissession will provide information aboutthe new student facilities at Cardiff,what life in the capital city of Walesis really like and how our graduatescan look forward to one of the highestgraduate employment rates in theUK. The talk will also explore therange, quality and cost of residenceson offer at Cardiff and the supportservices available. There will be theopportunity for visiting students andparents to ask questions to a panelof current students at the end of thepresentation.When? 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00,14:00, 15:00Where? Lecture Theatre 2.27,Law BuildingMap ref: 28Student LifeThe elected officers,who run the Students’ Union andrepresent the student population inCardiff, give you the low down on theStudents’ Union and what Cardiff hasto offer. This is an ideal chance toask questions, so come along andfind out about the opportunities opento you.When? 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30,13:30, 14:30Where? Great Hall, Students’ UnionMap ref: 38Student FinanceWhat are tuition fees,maintenance loans, grants, bursariesand scholarships? How and whendo you apply, and what are the extrasources of money that are available?This is an interactive workshopusing audience participation devicesdesigned to answer these questions.We will also take a practical look ata typical student budget and survivaltips to help you manage your budget.This talk is for undergraduate coursesincluding entrants to Medicine andDentistry. Students applying for NHSfunded courses need to attend the‘NHS Funding for Healthcare-relatedCourses’ talk.When? 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00Where? Large Shandon LectureTheatre, Main BuildingMap ref: 39Sport atCardiff UniversityWill sport be important to you duringyour time at University? This sessionwill outline details of our sportingstructure, all our sports facilitiesand sports bursaries, as well asstudent participation opportunitiesranging from Intra-Mural Games torepresenting Cardiff University incompetitive Wednesday afternoonBUCS fixtures. See page 6 for Rugbyat Cardiff University talk.When? 12:00, 15:00Where? Anatomy Lecture Theatre,Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35NHS Funding forHealthcare-relatedcoursesWhat funding can youapply for to help with living costsand tuition fees and how do youapply for it? What additional fundingcan you apply for based on yourpersonal circumstances? How dostudents manage financially on thesecourses? This talk aims to presenta realistic look at budgeting as anursing or healthcare student. Pleasenote that the main Student Financetalk covers funding for Medicineor Dentistry up to the 4th year ofthe course. NHS funding in thesesubjects applies in the 5th year ofstudy only.When? 11:00, 13:00Where? Large Shandon LectureTheatre, Main BuildingMap ref: 39When? 15:00Where? Small Chemistry LectureTheatre, Main BuildingMap ref: 39UCAS & Applying toCardiff UniversityWhen an admissionstutor reads your application, what arethey really looking for? Our insider’sguide to the application process willhelp you impress.When? 10:00, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00Where? Large Chemistry LectureTheatre, Main Building,Map ref: 39When? 12:00, 13:00Where? Wallace Lecture Theatre,Main BuildingMap ref: 39(General Talks continued overleaf)Open Day 2014 Programme | 5

General Talks | Information and AdviceGeneral Talks(continued)Rugby atCardiff UniversityInformationand AdviceWhen? Throughout the dayWhere? Main Building Exhibition Area (map ref. 39 )Our drop-in advice shops give you the chance to put yourown questions to the University’s expert staff. You don’t needan appointment, but please remember that these areas maybe busy at peak times.Interested in developing your rugbytalent while studying for your degree?Come along to this session to hearmore about what’s on offer for maleand female rugby players.When? 13:00Where? Anatomy Lecture Theatre,Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35Student FinanceAn opportunity to speakto our professional financial adviserswho are based at our Student SupportCentre on campus. The team canprovide advice and guidance on fees,grants, NHS funding and loans; andcan answer any queries on bursariesand scholarships.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area, Main BuildingMap ref: 39Libraries andIT FacilitiesVisit the Information Services standto find out more about Cardiff’s libraryand IT facilities. Our modern andeasy-to-use services will provide youwith the tools you need to fulfil yourpotential at Cardiff University - fromconveniently located libraries acrossthe University campuses, to innovativeuses of new technology enabling 24/7online access to information andresources.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39UCAS and Applyingto UniversityStaff from the University’sAdmissions Service will be available toanswer your queries about applicationprocedures and getting a place at theUniversity.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39Global Opportunitiesand InternationalStudent EnquiriesEnhance your CV andgain international experience.Studying, working or volunteeringabroad as part of your universityexperience is a great way to broadenyour academic knowledge, immerseyourself in another culture and gainskills that will be highly valued byemployers. Talk to us about theopportunities available for you tospend time abroad during yourstudies, including the Erasmusexchange scheme. (Programmesrange in length from 1 month to1 academic year.) Staff from theGlobal Opportunities Centre will beon-hand to provide more informationabout these programmes, includingdetails about funding and bursaries.Staff will also be available to adviseinternational students when applyingto Cardiff University for full-time study,as well as provide information on fees,funding and visa advice and guidance.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 3956 | Open Day 2014 Programme

Information and Advice (continued overleaf)Main Building Exhibition Area Floor PlanStairs to Council Chamber for:To:• City Tours• Campus Tours• Residences andHeath Park Tours• Residences• Careers & Employability• Sport at Cardiff• Global Opportunities &International StudentEnquiries• Languages for All• Libraries & IT Facilities• Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol• Mature StudentsInformationDeskStudentFinanceRestaurantCoffeeShopCity of CardiffThrive –Meet our StudentsStudentSupportServicesTo:UCAS & Applying Cardiff Filmsto University with FREE PopcornCity of CardiffCardiff is a thriving capitalcity which is widely recognised asan outstanding place in which to liveand study. Come and chat to currentstudents to find out more about whatstudent life is like in one of the UK’smost vibrant cities.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39Thrive –Meet our StudentsIf you have any burningquestions about what life is really likeat Cardiff, then head over to ask ourstudents. They will be available allday to answer your questions aboutanything related to student life - theywill be happy to help.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39Student SupportServicesStaff from the StudentSupport Centre will be on hand togive advice on surviving student life.You can gain information on thefollowing services:• Provision for students with adisability, medical condition orlearning difficulty• Counselling Service• Crèche• Support for care leaversWhen? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39ResidencesAll undergraduatestudents who apply during the normaladmissions cycle are guaranteed asingle occupancy room in Universityresidences for their first year of study.Find out about the range of Universityresidences available and talk to stafffrom the Residences Office.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39Mature Student?An advice shop for thoseconsidering undergraduate study isavailable throughout the day withinformation tailored for maturestudents.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39(Information and Advice continued overleaf)Open Day 2014 Programme | 67

Information and Advice | Tours and FacilitiesInformationand Advice (continued)When? Throughout the dayWhere? Main Building Exhibition Area (map ref. 39 )Cardiff UniversitySportThis advice shop willprovide information and literatureon our four sports sites as well asparticipation opportunities in bothelite and recreational sports. Staffwill be available to answer questionson the support available for eliteathletes via our High PerformanceProgramme with details of all fitnessclasses/group activity sessions alsoavailable on the day.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39Careers &EmployabilityWhat careers are opento you from the courses you havein mind and how can we help you?An opportunity to talk to CareersService staff about a wide range ofissues including career options, workexperience, graduate employers andpostgraduate study.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39Heath ParkCampus DisplayThe Heath Park campusis home to some of the University’sacademic schools including Medicine,Dentistry and Healthcare Sciences.The site is shared with the UniversityHospital of Wales, one of the largestin the UK. Come and learn aboutthe new state-of-the-art facilitiesand Cochrane Building and speak tocurrent Heath Park campus students.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Foyer, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27Coleg CymraegCenedlaethol –Cardiff BranchCome and find outmore about what is on offer to Welshspeakers and learners. You can findout what modules are taught throughthe medium of Welsh in a variety ofdifferent subjects and about the rangeof scholarships available at CardiffUniversity for you.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39Languages for AllFrom September 2014,all students on a degree programme atCardiff will be able to learn a modernlanguage free of charge, alongsidetheir degree studies. Come alongto find out more about our weekly,intensive and self-study options.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Exhibition area,Main BuildingMap ref: 39Cardiff Students’Union ShowcaseExhibitionA great opportunity tounderstand what the Students’Union at Cardiff is all about andwhat benefits you could have at yourdisposal as a Cardiff student. Theexhibition showcases all the studentservices available, from free advice,how to join a society and finally, whata great entertainment programme youhave to look forward to.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Great Hall, Students’ UnionMap ref: 38Cardiff Filmswith free popcorn!If you would like to find out more aboutthe University, our halls of residenceand the city, don’t just take our wordfor it - watch our student-led filmsbeing shown throughout the day:Living in Cardiff Universityresidences – a ten minute filmthat will take you on a tour of all theuniversity residences.A Cardiff Education – a four minutefilm showing you some of CardiffUniversity’s excellent study facilitiesfrom a student point of view.Cardiff: The City – see the city throughthe eyes of some of our students.Tour of the Student High Streetwith Stephen Fry – take a look at thisanimated film narrated by Stephen Fry,Honorary Fellow of Cardiff University.Student Life – watch this film for areal insight into the clubs and societiesavailable to you as a student of CardiffUniversity.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Reception Marquee,Park Place entrance, Main BuildingMap ref: 398 | Open Day 2014 Programme

Tours and FacilitiesTours and Facilities (continued overleaf)Campus ToursWhy not take a walkingtour with one of our student guides fora more general feel of the Universityand its environment? There will beplenty of time to ask questions andit’s the ideal way to find out moreabout the academic and socialfacilities in different areas of theUniversity campus. Each tour lastsapproximately 45 minutes.When? Throughout the day (the lasttour will depart at 15:15)Where? Horseshoe Drive, Front ofMain Building, Museum AvenueMap ref: 39City ToursIf you are new to the cityof Cardiff, why not take a coach tourof the city centre and its sights? Youwill see Cardiff’s magnificent civicbuildings (of which the Universityis a key part), Cardiff Castle, theMillennium Stadium and Cardiff Bay.Each tour lasts approximately 50minutes. Please note that these tourscan be extremely busy, so visitorsshould arrive in plenty of time to avoiddisappointment.When? 09:30, 10:30, 11:30,13:00, 14:00, 15:00Where? Horseshoe Drive, front ofMain Building, Museum AvenueMap ref 39Student ResidencesSettling in and making new friends areimportant first steps in university life.With 14 different residences providingin excess of 5,300 study bedrooms,Cardiff’s students can apply for theresidences which best suit their particularpreferences and, unusually for a civicuniversity, most of the residences arewithin walking distance of the maincampus and city centre. The followingresidences are open for viewing:Talybont Court(map ref. 7 )• Self catered - ensuite• £114 per week for 2014/15• Social/sport facilities on-site• 20 minute walk from Main Building• Shuttle bus available on Open DayWhen? 09:15 - 16:00 (Please notethe last entry will be at 15:45. Thelast bus will leave Main Building at14:45 and Talybont at 16:00)Where? Museum AvenueMap ref: 39Senghennydd Court(map ref. 47 )• Self catered - shared bathroom• Evening meal option available• £87 per week for 2014/15• City Centre location• 5-10 minute walk from MainBuilding• Shuttle bus available on Open DayWhen? 9:30 - 16:00 (Please notethe last entry will be at 15:45)Where? Senghennydd RoadMap ref: 47Talybont South(map ref. 5 )• Self-catered - ensuite• £101 per week for 2014/15• Social and sport facilities on-site• 20 minute walk from Main Building• Shuttle bus available on Open DayWhen? 09:15 - 16:00 (Please notethe last entry will be at 15:45. Thelast bus will leave Main Building at14:45 and Talybont at 16:00)Where? Museum AvenueMap ref: 39(Tours and Facilities continuedoverleaf)Open Day 2014 Programme | 9

Tours and FacilitiesTours and Facilities (continued)Tour of the HeathPark CampusVisit the £18 millionstate-of-the-art Cochrane Buildingfor a tour of the facilities includingthe clinical skills laboratory and newpurpose-built Health library. Therewill also be current Medicine andDentistry students on-hand to answeryour questions. Prospective Nursing,Midwifery and Healthcare studentscan also take a self-guided tour ofthe clinical facilities in Tŷ Dewi Sant.Stops include the X-Ray Departmentand Operating Theatre, Nursing andMidwifery Suite and 3D Radiotherapyfacilities. Staff and students will beavailable to answer your questions.When? 9:15 - 16:00Where? Front of Main Building,Museum Avenue (The last bus toleave the Main Building will be at14:45 and the last bus to leave theHeath Park campus will be at 16:00)Map ref: 39Visit the UniversityLibrariesThe university has14 libraries located across theCathays and Heath Park campuses,each specialising in a particularsubject and serving specific academicschools.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Libraries are located inmost academic schools or ask at theInformation Services Advice Shop fordetails in Main BuildingMap ref: 39Multi-FaithChaplaincyThere are four full-timeChristian chaplains, representing theCatholic, Anglican, Methodist andEastern Churches. There is also afull-time Muslim chaplain who, alongwith the Christian chaplains, providespiritual and pastoral support for allmembers of the University and whoact as a contact point for those of anyreligion and none. The University’schaplains will collaborate with otherfaith representatives in response topastoral requests from students andstaff. They will be on-hand to answerquestions about faith communities inCardiff and university life in general.The Chaplaincy is open for tea, coffeeand informal advice.When? 10:00 - 14:00Where? The Chaplaincy,61 Park PlaceMap ref: 26Information forTeachers andCareers AdvisersTeachers and CareersAdvisers visiting with school groupsare welcome to visit Aberdare Hallwhere they will be able to enjoy acup of tea or coffee with some Welshcakes. Our Schools Liaison Team willvisit throughout the day and will beable to answer any questions on theservices they provide.When? Throughout the dayWhere? The Isabelle Bruce Roomand Joan Buckingham Room,Aberdare HallMap ref: 22Cardiff UniversityStudents’ UnionWhen you enrol at CardiffUniversity, you automatically becomea member of the Students’ Union.Housed in its own purpose-builtbuilding, the Students’ Union existsto help students enjoy their time inCardiff. Whether you’re looking foradvice, training, a job, accommodationor want to join one of the 150societies or 60 sports clubs, theStudents’ Union is here to help. TheStudents’ Union is always buzzing withactivity, with cafés, a pub, a nightclub,a nationally renowned live music venueand other venues that host a varietyof student nights including comedy,theatre and cinema. Current studentswill be giving guided tours around theUnion building and will be delighted toanswer your questions about the Unionand its facilities.When? 10:00 - 15:00Where? Reception, 2nd Floor,Students’ UnionMap ref: 38Parents’ LoungeIf parents would prefer tosit and relax whilst their son/daughtergoes on a campus tour or visits theStudents’ Union, they are welcometo visit the Parents’ Lounge in theGraduate Centre. Situated in theStudents’ Union, the lounge will beopen all day with snacks and drinkson sale.When? Throughout the dayWhere? Graduate Centre, 3rd floor,Students’ UnionMap ref: 3810 | Open Day 2014 Programme

Tours and FacilitiesSports Facilities – Cardiff University SportCardiff’s facilities provide an opportunity for students to take part in a range of activitiesat all levels of ability and commitment. The University is also able to offer a range ofbursaries to talented young sportsmen and women through our High PerformanceProgramme. The following centres are open for viewing:Cardiff University Fitnessand Squash Centre –Senghennydd RoadThis site contains amodern Fitness Suite which includesa range of cardio machines,resistance machines and freeweights. There are also three glassbackedsquash courts offering thechance for students based on theCathays Park campus to keep activethroughout the day.When? 11:00 - 15:00 (organisedtours will take place every half hour)Where? Adjacent to the Students’Union, Senghennydd RoadCardiff UniversitySports Training Village –TalybontThe University’s mainSports Centre, offering a wide rangeof facilities for club and individual use.These include sports halls, a fitnesssuite, indoor cricket wickets, tenniscourts, grass pitches and flood-litartificial pitches.When? 11:00 - 15:00 (organisedtours will take place every half hour)(The last bus will leave Main Buildingat 14:45 and Talybont at 16:00)Where? Front of Main Building,Museum AvenueMap ref: 39Cardiff UniversityStrength & ConditioningCentre - Park PlaceThis centre incorporatesa full range of Olympic-based andfunctional training equipment inaddition to a spin studio, a fitnessstudio and a wellbeing clinic.This centre is regularly used byInternational Rugby Squads whenpreparing for fixtures against Wales.When? 11:00 - 15:00 (organisedtours will take place every half hour)Where? 49 Park PlaceMap ref: 34Open Day 2014 Programme | 11

Academic School ProgrammesAcademic School Programmes(Talks will last for 40 minutes unless otherwise stated)ArchitectureTalkArchitecture and the courseWhen?10:00, 13:00Where?Birt Acres Lecture Theatre,Bute BuildingMap ref: 45TourGuided tours of the Schoolwith staff and studentsWhen?11:00Where?Meet on 2nd floor landing,Bute BuildingMap ref: 45DisplayThe annual end of year exhibitionof students’ workWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Crit/Exhibition room & Studios,2nd floor, Bute BuildingMap ref: 45AdviceReception and refreshments withArchitecture staff and studentsWhen?12:00 - 13:00Where?Green Room, 2nd floor, Bute BuildingMap ref: 45BiosciencesTalkIntroduction to all Biosciencesschemes from a studentperspectiveWhen?12:00Where?Physiology ‘A’ Lecture Theatre,Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayThe Common First YearWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayProfessional training placements:the optionsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 3512 | Open Day 2014 Programme

DisplayResearch in the Rain ForestWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayTest your anatomical knowledge:the anatomy prize drawWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayMolecular Biosciences – ourcourses and our researchWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayThe Otter projectWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayMolecular Biology of Sickle celldisease: typical Year 1 practicalWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayAre you fit? Find out by taking aride on our bicycle ergometersWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayThe conservation genetics ofendangered frogsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DemonstrationDemonstration - Anatomy CentreWhen?10:30 – 14:30Where?East Foyer, Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35Biological SciencesTalkDegrees in Biological Sciences:What are they and what careersdo they lead to?When?10:00, 13:00, 14:30Where?Physiology ‘A’ Lecture Theatre,Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayDegrees in Biological Sciences:Information on course contentand structureWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayField courses: from SkomerIsland, to Tobago, to Malaysiaand elsewhere!When?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35Biomedical &Biomolecular SciencesTalkDegrees in Biomolecular andBiomedical Sciences: What are theyand what careers do they lead to?When?11:00, 13:00Where?Shared Lecture Theatre,Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayDegrees in Biomedical Sciences:information on course content andstructureWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayDegrees in Biomolecular Sciences:information on course content andstructureWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35Open Day 2014 Programme | 13

Academic School Programmes(Talks will last for 40 minutes unless otherwise stated)BusinessTalkStudying Business Managementat Cardiff Business School(The 12:00 talk has a limited capacityso please note that the talk at 14:00will be held in a larger lecture theatre.)When?12:00Where?Lecture Theatre L03,Aberconway BuildingMap ref: 11When?14:00Where?Julian Hodge Lecture Theatre,Julian Hodge BuildingMap ref: 14TalkStudying Economics at CardiffBusiness School(The 11:00 and 13:00 talk has alimited capacity so please note thatthe talk at 13:00 will be held in alarger lecture theatre.)When?11:00Where?Lecture Theatre L03,Aberconway BuildingMap ref: 11When?13:00Where?Julian Hodge Lecture Theatre,Julian Hodge BuildingMap ref: 14TalkStudying Accounting at CardiffBusiness SchoolWhen?10:00, 13:00Where?Lecture Theatre L03,Aberconway BuildingMap ref: 11TalkStudying Degrees with a Languageat Cardiff Business SchoolWhen?13:00Where?Lecture Theatre L02,Aberconway BuildingMap ref: 11DisplayStaffed exhibitionVisitors will be given a welcome packand greeted by members of staffand current students. There will beopportunities to ask us any questionsthat aren’t covered in our talks.When?Throughout the dayWhere?Foyer, Julian Hodge BuildingMap ref: 14TourBusiness School tourStudent ambassadors will be availablefollowing all talks to take visitors on atour of the Business SchoolWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Foyer, Julian Hodge BuildingMap ref: 14ChemistryTalkComputer Aided Molecular Design atCardiff University - Dr Jamie Plattsand Dr David WillockWhen?11:00Where?Wallace Lecture Theatre,Main BuildingMap ref: 39TalkChemistry at Cardiff - the coursesavailable at Cardiff - Dr Tom TatchellWhen?12:00Where?Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre,Main BuildingMap ref: 39When?14:00Where?Wallace Lecture Theatre,Main BuildingMap ref: 39DisplaySchool of Chemistry courses,facilities, research and industriallinksWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Chemistry entrance foyer,Main BuildingMap ref: 39TourTours of the facilities, laboratoriesand the SchoolWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Chemistry entrance foyer,Main BuildingMap ref: 3914 | Open Day 2014 Programme

Computer Scienceand InformaticsThere will be a shuttle bus service to/from Trevithick and Queen’s Buildingswhich will run throughout the day fromthe car park of Main Building.TalkComputer Science and Informaticsat CardiffWhen?10:00, 12:00, 14:00Where?C/2.07, Trevithick BuildingMap ref: 58TalkWhere will your degree take you?Career options and the year inindustry programmesWhen?13:00Where?C/2.07, Trevithick BuildingMap ref: 58TalkComputer Science and some of itsapplicationsWhen?11:00Where?C/2.07, Trevithick BuildingMap ref: 58TourStudent guided tours of theSchool’s teaching laboratories,facilities and the libraryWhen?10:00 - 15:00Where?Sign up at the Help Desk in RoomT/0.31, Trevithick BuildingMap ref: 58DisplayDegree InformationThe admissions tutor, academic staffand current students will be on-handto discuss our courses and answeryour questionsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?School Help Desk in Room T/0.31,Trevithick BuildingMap ref: 58DemonstrationStudent ActivitiesDisplays and interactive demonstrationsof student activities and projects withinteractive demonstrationsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?School Help Desk in Room T/0.31,Trevithick BuildingMap ref: 58DentistrySee page 8 for information on theHeath Park campus DisplayTalkDegrees in Dentistry -Dr Ilona Johnson and Mrs Dawn BellWhen?11:00, 14:00Where?Anatomy Lecture Theatre,Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35TourTake a trip to the Heath Park campusThe Heath Park campus is home tothree of the University’s academicschools and the University Hospitalof Wales, one of the largest in theUK. You will have the opportunity tovisit the School of Dentistry and tospeak to current students about theirexperiencesWhen?09:15 - 16:00 (The last bus to leaveMain Building Building will be at 14:45and the last bus to leave the HeathPark campus will be at 16:00)Where?Buses depart Main Building fromMuseum AvenueMap ref: 39DisplayCome and talk to the admissionsofficer and staff about our degreeprogrammes at the DentistrySchool stand and display areaWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35Earth and OceanSciencesTalkStudying for a degree in CardiffSchool of Earth and OceanSciences - Dr Simon Wakefield,School Director of TeachingWhen?10:00Where?Small Chemistry Lecture Theatre,Main BuildingMap ref: 39When?13:00Where?Large Chemistry Lecture Theatre,Main BuildingMap ref: 39TourTours of the School with students(30 minutes)When?11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 13:30Where?Room 0.03, Main BuildingMap ref: 39DisplayCome and talk to admissionsofficers, staff and current studentsabout our degree programmesat the Earth and Ocean SciencesSchool stand and display areaWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Room 0.03, Main BuildingMap ref: 39DisplayDisplays of Minerals, Rocks andFossils along with examples ofstudent workWhen?10:00 - 14:00Where?Room 0.02, Main BuildingMap ref: 39Open Day 2014 Programme | 15

Academic School Programmes(Talks will last for 40 minutes unless otherwise stated)EngineeringThere will be a shuttle bus service to/from Trevithick and Queen’s Buildingswhich will run throughout the day fromthe car park of Main Building.TalkEngineering Admissions -Dr Stephen Bentley, Director ofAdmissions & International RelationsWhen?9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 14:00Where?Room South 1.32, Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58TalkThe Magic of Microwaves -Dr Jonny Lees (relevant toElectrical and Electronic andIntegrated Engineering students)A tour of the facilities will take placefollowing these talksWhen?10:20, 11:20, 12:20 (20 minute talks)Where?Room South 1.30, Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58TalkHow Cardiff can help the UK meetclimate change targets - Dr BettinaBockelmann-Evans (relevant toArchitectural, Civil and Civil &Environmental Engineering students)A tour of the facilities will take placefollowing these talksWhen?10:20, 11:20, 12:20 (20 minute talks)Where?Room Central 1.10/11,Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58TalkHow earthquakes impact onaerospace emissions - Dr CarolFeatherston (relevant to Medicaland Mechanical Engineeringstudents)A tour of the facilities will take placefollowing these talksWhen?10:20, 11:20, 12:20 (20 minute talks)Where?Room South 3.21, Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58TalkEngineering a Winning PersonalStatementWhen?9:50, 10:50, 11:50, 13:50Where?Room Central 1.10/11, Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58DisplayAdmissions tutors and studentambassadors will be on-handthroughout the day with interactiveexhibits and to answer questionsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?The Forum, Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58English,Communicationand PhilosophyTalkStudying English Literature atCardiff - Dr Anthony MandalWhen?10:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.22,Ground Floor, Law BuildingMap ref: 28TalkStudying English Literature atCardiff - Professor Martin CoyleWhen?12:00Where?Julian Hodge Lecture Theatre,Julian Hodge BuildingMap ref: 14TalkStudying Philosophy at Cardiff -Dr Simon RobertsonWhen?12:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.31,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16When?14:00Where?Lecture Theatre 2.03,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16TalkStudying English Language atCardiff - Dr Mercedes DurhamWhen?13:00Where?Lecture Theatre 2.01,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16When?15:00Where?Lecture Theatre L03,Aberconway BuildingMap ref: 11DisplayInformation Stand where you canask questions to academic staffand current studentsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Coffee Shop, John Percival BuildingMap ref: 1616 | Open Day 2014 Programme

HealthcareSciencesTalkA Degree in MidwiferyWhen?11:00Where?Julian Hodge Lecture Theatre,Julian Hodge BuildingMap ref: 14When?14:00Where?Stanley Parris Lecture Theatre,Tower BuildingMap ref: 27TalkA Degree in NursingWhen?10:00Where?Julian Hodge Lecture Theatre,Julian Hodge BuildingMap ref: 14When?13:00Where?Stanley Parris Lecture Theatre,Tower BuildingMap ref: 27TalkDegrees in Occupational TherapyWhen?11:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.02, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27When?13:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.01, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27Degrees in PhysiotherapyWhen?11:00Where?Stanley Parris Lecture Theatre,Tower BuildingMap ref: 27When?14:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.02, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27TalkDegrees in RadiographyWhen?10:00Where?Stanley Parris Lecture Theatre,Tower BuildingMap ref: 27When?13:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.02, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27TalkBSc in Operating DepartmentPracticeWhen?12:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.01, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27TourProspective Healthcare students cantake a self-guided tour of Tŷ Dewi SantBuilding, which features outstandingfacilities including a kinesiology lab,X-ray suite, physiotherapy room, mouldroom, 3D radiotherapy suite andeven a mock operating theatre andhospital ward, both featuring the latesthealthcare simulation mannequins.Staff and students will be availableduring the tour to answer yourquestions.When?09:15 - 16:00 (The last bus to leaveMain Building will be at 14:45 andthe last bus to leave the Heath Parkcampus will be at 16:00)Where?Buses depart from front ofMain Building, Museum AvenueMap ref: 39DisplayMeet members of staffWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Foyer, Ground Floor, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27See page 8 for information on theHeath Park Campus DisplayTalkOpen Day 2014 Programme | 17

Academic School Programmes(Talks will last for 40 minutes unless otherwise stated)History, Archaeologyand ReligionTalkArchaeologyWhen?11:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.36,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16When?13:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.31,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16TalkAncient HistoryWhen?14:00Where?Lecture Theatre L03,Aberconway BuildingMap ref: 11When?12:00Where?Lecture Theatre 2.01,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16TalkHistoryWhen?10:00Where?Lecture Theatre 2.01,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16When?13:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.22, Ground Floor,Law BuildingMap ref: 28TalkReligious StudiesWhen?12:00, 15:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.36,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16DisplayDrop-in Archaeology ArtefactsessionWhen?12:00-14:00Where?Room 4.18, John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16TalkAdvice on Conservation of Objectsin Museums and ArchaeologyWhen?12:00Where?Room 3.20, John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16TourGuided tour of the laboratoriesWhen?10:30, 13:45Where?Room 4.18, John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16DisplayInformation Stand: meet the staffand current studentsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Coffee Shop, John Percival BuildingMap ref: 1618 | Open Day 2014 Programme

Journalism,Media andCultural StudiesTalkIntroduction to Journalism,Media and Cultural Studies -Dr Andy WilliamsWhen?12:00Where?Birt Acres Lecture Theatre,Bute BuildingMap ref: 45TalkCulture and Television in Cardiff -Dr Ross GarnerWhen?14:00Where?Lecture Theatre -1.64,Glamorgan BuildingMap ref: 49DisplayAdvice and guidance forprospective students fromCardiff School of Journalismacademic staffWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Foyer, Bute BuildingMap ref: 45LawTalkWhy would you want to study Lawat Cardiff?When?11:00, 14:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.22, Law BuildingMap ref: 28TalkLaw in the Real World: the LegalProfession, Employability andPro BonoThis session will look briefly atqualifying as a Solicitor or Barrister inEngland and Wales. It considers thecurrent challenges of finding a trainingposition, and how our Law in the RealWorld portfolio of ‘pro bono’ (free legaladvice) and other voluntary schemescan enhance a student’s employabilityboth within the legal profession andthe wider jobs market.When?12:00, 15:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.22, Law BuildingMap ref: 28TalkAstudio’r Gyfraith yng Nghaerdydd/ Study Law in Welsh at Cardiff LawSchoolWhen?13:00Where?Room 1.30, Law BuildingMap ref: 28DisplayCollect course information andmeet staff and studentsWhen?09:30 - 16:00Where?Room 1.29, Law BuildingMap ref: 28MathematicsTalkStudying Maths at Cardiff University- Dr Jonathan ThompsonWhen?12:00, 14:00Where?Lecture Theatre E/0.15,Maths BuildingMap ref: 42TourStudent-led tours of the facilitiesof Cardiff School of Journalism,Media and Cultural StudiesWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Foyer, Bute BuildingMap ref: 45DisplayStaff and current students willbe present to answer individualquestionsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Room M/0.37, Maths BuildingMap ref: 42Open Day 2014 Programme | 19

Academic School Programmes(Talks will last for 40 minutes unless otherwise stated)Medicine(including MedicalPharmacology)TalkStudying Medicine at CardiffThis talk will cover the course at CardiffUniversity, as well as the career andselection process. It will be presentedby Dr Stephen Riley and Professor AledPhillips, Admissions Sub Dean.When?09:45 - 10:45, 11:50-12:50,13:50-14:50Where?Shared Lecture Theatre,Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35TalkMedical Pharmacology -Dr Derek LangWhen?11:00Where?Physiology ’A’ Lecture Theatre,Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayBsc Medical Pharmacology: coursecontent, structure and admissionsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?E1.03, Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35TourThe Cochrane Buildingand Clinical SkillsTake a free bus to the Heath Parkcampus: see our £18 million stateof-the-artbuilding for a self-guidedtour and hear about life as a Cardiffmedical student, see our simulationand clinical skills facilities, look aroundthe library and talk to academic staffand current medical students. Youare welcome to stay for as little or aslong as you like but allow yourself aminimum of 1.5 hours for the roundtrip. Whilst you are at the Heath Parkcampus, be sure to visit:• School of Medicine InformationDesk, Ground Floor CochraneBuilding• Our welcoming, comfortable andwell-resourced Health Library,1st Floor, Cochrane Building• Clinical Skills Demonstrations,3rd Floor, Cochrane Building• Hi-Tech Simulation Suite - 4th Floor,Cochrane Building• Life as a Medical Student -presentation and Q&A session(20 minutes) - Lecture Theatre,Michael Griffith Resource Centre• Life as a newly qualified Doctor -Ground Floor Cochrane Building• Information DVDs - Ground Floor,Cochrane BuildingWhen?09:15 - 16:00 (The last bus to leaveMain Building will be at 14:45 andthe last bus to leave the Heath Parkcampus will be at 16:00)Where?Front of Main Building, MuseumAvenueMap ref: 39See page 8 for information on theHeath Park campus DisplayDemonstrationAnatomy CentreWhen?10:30 - 14:30Where?East Foyer, Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 35DisplayInformation on the applicationprocessAdmissions staff and current ‘Medic’students will be on hand to provideinformation on the application processand to answer your questions. Theywill also have a flyer detailing theactivities at the Cochrane Building onthe Heath Park campus. Come andsay hello!When?Throughout the dayWhere?E1.03, Sir Martin Evans BuildingMap ref: 3520 | Open Day 2014 Programme

Modern LanguagesTalkLanguages and Translation -Ms Cathy MolinaroStudying the following ModernLanguages: French, German, Italian,Japanese, Spanish as well as TranslationWhen?11:00, 14:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.31,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16DisplayStaffed exhibition for guidanceon the courses available andadmissions adviceWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Coffee Shop, John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16MusicTalkA talk on the School of MusicThis talk will outline our requirementsand admissions procedure. Studentswill also be available to talk aboutstudent activities. This will befollowed by a question and answersession - Professor Rachel Cowgill,Head of School and Dr Keith Chapin,Admissions Tutor.The 11:00 talk will be preceded from10:30 by refreshments in the Octagon(Concert Hall bar area) - come andmeet staff and students.When?11:00, 14:00Where?Concert Hall, Music BuildingMap ref: 23TourInformation Desk: staff andstudents will be available to answerquestions and to show visitorsaround the buildingWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Entrance Foyer, Music BuildingMap ref 23ExhibitionThe library exhibition will includeexamples of major publicationsby members of staff. Library staffwill be available to show visitorsthe library facilities and to answerquestions.When?Throughout the dayWhere?Music Library, Music BuildingMap ref: 23Open Day 2014 Programme | 21

Academic School Programmes(Talks will last for 40 minutes unless otherwise stated)Pharmacy &PharmaceuticalStudiesTalkThe MPharm degree at CardiffUniversity - Dr Allan CosslettWhen?11:00, 14:00Where?Room 0.21, Redwood BuildingMap ref: 33Optometry andVision SciencesTalkOptometry at Cardiff University -Dr Jennifer ActonWhen?12:00, 14:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.05,Cardiff School of OptometryMap ref: 15TourGeneral tour of the School ofOptometry to include the Eye Clinic,teaching laboratory, computerfacilities and teaching clinicsWhen?11:30, 12:00, 13:30, 14:45Where?Ground Floor Atrium,Cardiff School of OptometryMap ref: 15DemonstrationOphthalmoscopy workshopThis interactive workshop will giveyou the opportunity to use anophthalmoscope in order to viewthe retinaWhen?12:30 - 13:30Where?First and second year refractionclinic, Ground Floor, Cardiff Schoolof OptometryMap ref: 15DemonstrationLow vision simulation workshopExperience a range of common causesof visual impairment to understand theimpact on daily activitiesWhen?12:30 - 13:30Where?First and second year refractionclinic, Ground Floor, Cardiff Schoolof OptometryMap ref: 15DisplayClinical Nutrition Support:The role of the pharmacist infeeding patients unable to eatWhen?10:00 - 15:00Where?Workshop 0.60, Redwood BuildingMap ref: 33DisplayPIP - Practice in PharmacyWhen?10:00 - 15:00Where?Workshop 0.60, Redwood BuildingMap ref: 33DisplayAdmissions Advice Desk - staffedby Pharmacy Admissions StaffWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Entrance Foyer, Redwood BuildingMap ref: 3322 | Open Day 2014 Programme

Physics andAstronomyThere will be a shuttle bus service to/from Trevithick and Queen’s Buildingswhich will run throughout the day fromthe car park of Main Building.TalkAdmissions: A quick overview of thecourses, facilities and research onoffer at CardiffWhen?10:00, 12:00, 14:00Where?Room N/0.06, North Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58TalkThe Formation of Stars andPlanets - Professor AnthonyWhitworth, Astronomy GroupWhen?11:00Where?Room N/0.06, North Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58TalkCareers: a guide to the jobprospects of Physics graduates -Dr Annabel Cartwright, CareersOfficerWhen?13:00Where?Room N/0.06, North Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58TourGuided tours of the School andteaching facilitiesWhen?10:00 - 14:00Where?Foyer, North Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58DisplayStaffed Exhibition: your opportunityto ask questions and find out moreabout student life at Cardiff Schoolof Physics and AstronomyWhen?09:30 - 15:30Where?N/0.12, North Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58DemonstrationFind out more about our teachinglaboratoriesWhen?10:00 - 14:00Where?N/2.28, North Queen’s BuildingsMap ref: 58Planning andGeographyTalkBSc Geography (Human) Lecture -Dr Jon AndersonWhen?11:00, 15:00Where?Birt Acres Lecture Theatre,Bute BuildingMap ref: 45TalkBSc Geography (Human) andPlanning - Dr Richard GaleWhen?12:00Where?Lecture Theatre -1.64,Glamorgan BuildingMap ref: 49TalkStudying BSc City and RegionalPlanning - Dr Neil HarrisWhen?13:00Where?Lecture Theatre -1.64,Glamorgan BuildingMap ref: 49TourStudent ambassadors will beavailable directly after each lectureto take guests on a tour of thefacilitiesWhen?After each lecture as detailedWhere?Tours will depart from the lecturetheatres as detailed aboveMap ref: 49DisplayStudent ambassadors andacademic members of staff will beavailable to answer any questionsyou may have about the School andour coursesWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Committee Room 2,Glamorgan BuildingMap ref: 49Open Day 2014 Programme | 23

Academic School Programmes(Talks will last for 40 minutes unless otherwise stated)PsychologyTalkStudying Psychology at CardiffUniversity - Dr Lewis BottWhen?12:00, 15:00Where?Stanley Parris Lecture Theatre,Tower BuildingMap ref: 27Politics &InternationalRelationsTalkPolitics in Cardiff -Professor Hugh CompstonWhen?11:00, 14:00Where?Lecture Theatre 2.01,John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16DisplayInformation stand for you to meetmembers of staff and currentPolitics studentsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Coffee Shop, John Percival BuildingMap ref: 16TourTour of the School led by currentstudentsWhen?From 9:30 onwards (approximatelyevery 30 minutes)Where?Foyer, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27DisplayAdmissions and course informationWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Foyer, Tower BuildingMap ref: 27FilmA week in the life of a CardiffPsychology studentWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Ground Floor Coffee Shop,Tower BuildingMap ref: 27DemonstrationTake part in a Psychological Study!Ever wondered what psychologicalstudies involve? Here’s your chanceto see for yourself! The study involvesa short reading task and completing acomputerised questionnaire, which willtake up to 15 minutes.When?11:00 - 14:00Where?Room 1.04, Tower BuildingMap ref: 2724 | Open Day 2014 Programme

Welsh/CymraegTalk/SgwrsStudying Welsh at Cardiff(for first-language students)/Astudio’r Gymraeg yng Nghaerdydd(ar gyfer myfyrwyr iaith gyntaf) -Dr Jeremy EvasWhen/Pryd?11:00Where?/Ble?Room 1.69, John Percival BuildingYstafell 1.69, Adeilad John PercivalMap ref/Cyf map: 16Social SciencesTalkStudying at Cardiff School ofSocial SciencesThis talk will introduce our degreeprogrammes in Criminology, Education,Social Policy (Half Degree), SocialSciences and Sociology.When?12:00Where?Lecture Theatre 0.21,Redwood BuildingMap ref: 33When?14:00Where?Birt Acres Lecture Theatre,Bute BuildingMap ref: 45TourTour of the School with currentstudentsWhen?On request throughout the dayWhere?Departs from the school stand inCommittee Room 1, GlamorganBuildingMap ref: 49DisplayInformation stand - meet teachingstaff, Admissions Tutors and currentstudentsWhen?Throughout the dayWhere?Committee Room 1,Glamorgan BuildingMap ref: 49Talk/SgwrsStudying Welsh at Cardiff (forsecond-language students)/Astudio’r Gymraeg yng Nghaerdydd(ar gyfer myfyrwyr ail iaith) -Dr Angharad NaylorWhen/Pryd?11:00Where?/Ble?Room 1.72, John Percival BuildingYstafell 1.72, Adeilad John PercivalMap ref/Cyf map: 16Advice/CyngorMeet members of staff/Cwrdd agaelodau o’r staffWhen/Pryd?Throughout the day/Trwy gydol y dyddWhere?/Ble?Coffee Shop, John Percival BuildingSiop Goffi, Adeilad John PercivalMap ref/Cyf map: 16Open Day 2014 Programme | 25

Cardiff University Open Day PlannerFriday 4th July 20149:009.00am10:0011:0012:0013:00The top 10 activitiesyou should considerdoing at CardiffUniversity Open Day:1 Visit academic schools2 Find out about StudentFinance at a talk/advicestand3 Tour a student residence4 Visit the Students’ Union5 Get tips on applying toCardiff in a UCAS talk6 Attend the ‘Why Cardiff?’ talk7 Ask questions to currentstudents at the Meet ourStudents stand8 Go on a city coach tour9 Learn about additionalsocial opportunities at theStudents’ Union ShowcaseExhibition10 Chat to current students ona student-led campus tourNotes14:0015:0016:00End of Open Day – Thank you for visiting.Have a safe trip home!26 | Open Day 2014 Programme

We want to hear from you…Tell us whatyou think!Thank you for visitingCardiff University’s Open DayWe hope that you had anenjoyable and useful day.We are always looking for wayswe can improve the visitorexperience at Open Day, and wewould be very interested tohear your views and opinionsabout the event:Win £75Amazonvouchers!What was good about Open Day?What did you enjoy the most?Are there any improvements you think we could make?Was there anything that you wanted to see or do but couldn’t?www.cardiff.ac.uk/opendayrevisitedAll completed evaluation forms will be entered into a prize draw for a chanceto win £75 Amazon vouchers! The winner will be notified by the end of July.Get involved #cardiffopendaySNAP the DRAGON!Dylan the dragon is roaming around the campus!Post your pictures with Dylan to Twitter using#cardiffopenday to win a Cardiff hoodie, t-shirtor scarf!We want to know your thoughts on theOpen Day. Follow us @cardiffuniug and tweetus about your day using #cardiffopenday andwe’ll retweet the best to our 30,000 followers!If you have any questions on the day, then tweet us using#cardiffopenday and we will get back to you as quick as we can!Open Day 2014 Programme | 27

Campus Map How to find your way around3565678111312r14151618P22332023293628272631303435P&R3739rr38404243454647Shuttle bus service to/fromTrevithick and Queen'sBuildingsShuttle bus service to/fromTalybont Student Residencesand Sports Centre and theHeath Park Campus PWalking route to TalybontStudent Residences andSports CentreWalking route toSenghennydd CourtResidencesP4954565552P61PP58rPP&RrCardiff East Park and Ridepick up pointRestaurantPPPPAberconway Hall 12Aberdare Hall 22Architecture 45Arts & Social Studies Library 18Biosciences 35Business School 14Bute Building 45Cartwright Court 65Central Police Station 54Chaplaincy 26Chemistry 39City Hall 55Colum Hall 13Computer Science & Informatics 58Dentistry 35Earth and Ocean Sciences 39Engineering 58English, Communicationand Philosophy 16Eye Clinic 15Glamorgan Building 49Gordon Hall 43Graduate Centre 38Health Centre 37Healthcare Sciences 35History, Archaeology and Religion 16John Percival Building 16Journalism, Media andCultural Studies 45Julian Hodge Building 14Law 28Law Courts 56Lifelong Learning 42Main Building 39Maindy Stadium/Swimming Pool 6Mathematics 42Medicine 35Modern Languages 16Music 23National Museum and Galleryof Wales 52New Theatre 61Nursing and Midwifery Studies 35Optometry and Vision Sciences 15Pharmacy & PharmaceuticalStudies 33Physics and Astronomy 58Planning and Geography 49Politics and International Relations 16Psychology 27Queen’s Buildings 58Redwood Building 33Roy Jenkins Hall 8Security Centre 35Senghennydd Court 47Senghennydd Hall 46Sherman Theatre 40Sir Martin Evans Building 35Social Sciences 49Sports Centres• Fitness and Squash Centre 34• Talybont Sports Training Village 3Student Support Centre 31Students’ Union 38Talybont Court 7Talybont North/South 5Temple of Peace 36Tower Building 27Trevithick Building 58Welsh 16Welsh Government Offices 2928 | Open Day 2014 Programme