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Postgrad LIVE Cardiff
Date and time
Wednesday 19 February 2025
12:00 - 15:00
Location
Cardiff University, Park Place
Cardiff
CF10 3BB
Postgrad LIVE Cardiff
Exhibitors
Considering a Masters or PhD? Postgrad LIVE Cardiff is your chance to find out what postgraduate opportunities are on offer at a number of top universities and how to secure your place on them. Discuss your options, get personalised funding advice and find out what Masters and PhD study is really like. Be sure to grab your seat for our packed talks programme too.
Best of all – it’s completely FREE to attend.
What will you get?
- A number of top universities ready to answer your Masters and PhD study questions instantly
- Comprehensive expert-led specific talks on a range of postgraduate related topics
- Find out if Masters or PhD study is right for you
What to expect on the day
A Postgrad LIVE Study fair is made up of two parts: an exhibition hall where you can talk to universities and a talks programme which runs in parallel at the same venue. You can go between the two as much as you want, and attend as many of the talks as you wish.
We will also have an "Ask Us Anything" zone which will be a dedicated area for you to ask your burning questions around funding, applying, studying and more to our postgraduate experts!
Location and timings
Our Postgrad LIVE Cardiff study fair is on Wednesday 19 February and will be held at The Centre for Student Life, Cardiff University, Park Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BB. There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus. The Cardiff University bus stop is located along Park Place and serves Megabus M05N, Megabus M07N, Megabus M7N, Megabus M10N and Megabus M19. ///ship.trees.crab
The fair runs from 12-3pm and you can drop in at any point during this time.
Talks
Our Postgrad LIVE Cardiff study fair features specialist talks to provide you with the latest PhD & Masters information and advice to help you take the next steps.
What's on?
12:15pm - 1:15pm - Writing a research proposal masterclass - Whether you’re applying for an advertised project or proposing your own, the research proposal is a crucial part of your application. We’ll cover exactly what a proposal should and shouldn’t be, as well as giving you hints and tips from previous successful PhD students.
1:30pm – 2:15pm - Covering the cost of your Masters - We’ll walk you through the process of what you need to budget for, what funding sources you can tap into (including student loans, scholarships and grants) and include real-life examples of how Masters students before you have achieved it without breaking the bank!
2:30pm – 3:00pm - So you think you want to do a Masters or a PhD - Wondering if a Masters or PhD is the right next step for you? Undertaking Masters or PhD study can offer several career-related advantages, depending on your goals and the field you're entering. This session will look at the link between postgraduate study and your career plans, with tips for working out whether a postgraduate degree is for you.
Why attend
Meet top universities from around the world - all under the same roof!
You can connect with universities from the UK and around the world. You will have the opportunity to chat to various universities and get answers to any questions you may have. Whatever stage you’re at, the Postgrad LIVE Study Fair can help you clarify your options.
Get the latest funding advice
From scholarships to charities, there are so many types of funding to choose from! You can ask each university about the different funding options they offer!
Get instant answers to your questions
No question is too big or too small! Our dedicated "Ask Us Anything" zone is a place to ask any questions directly to our postgraduate experts.
The full schedule is available under the ‘Agenda’ tab above.
Get the latest in-person advice
Talk to universities and get face-to-face advice specific to your situation, including subjects, finance and applications.
FAQs
How can I register for the event?
You can register for the fair by clicking on the ‘register now’ button above. We’ll send you your ticket and all the information you’ll need on the day via email.
I’ve registered but I haven’t received a confirmation email?
If you have any issues with registering for the fair then please get in touch with the Marketing Team at Marketing@findauniversity.com.
How to find the venue?
The building is located to the north of Cardiff City Centre.
It can be reached by following the A470 towards the city centre and then following the university's signage. There is pay and display car parking available on Park Place and within the civic centre (along College Road, City Hall Road, King Edward VII Avenue and Museum Avenue).
What is the closest transport links?
There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
The Cardiff University bus stop is located along Park Place and serves Megabus M05N, Megabus M07N, Megabus M7N, Megabus M10N and Megabus M19.
What time does the fair open?
The fair will officially open at 12pm. That is when you’ll be able to walk around the exhibition hall and chat to universities. It will finish at 3pm.
Is there any charge?
Nope! Attending Postgrad LIVE is completely FREE.
Why is there no Masterclass on before the fair opens?
The Masterclass will run during the fair at Postgrad LIVE Cardiff.
Do I need to book onto the Masterclass?
Nope! There is no need to book onto the Masterclass. It will be on a first come first serve basis, so arrive within plenty of time before the Masterclass is due to start.
Do I need to book any of the other talks happening throught the day?
No. All talks happening duiring PG LIVE are also on a first come first serve basis.
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