Postgraduate Open Events 2026
Our Postgraduate Open Events allow you to find out more about your chosen subject area, meet our academics, and get a feel for what life is like in our close-knit postgraduate community.
For postgraduates, our rural campus community provides an environment that is focused, relevant and mature. You will have full access to our respected academics and benefit from our excellence in research. Keele offers a full range of postgraduate programmes, that will enable you to progress your career and broaden your opportunities.
Our upcoming Postgraduate Open Events will take place on:
- Wednesday 3 June 2026 (Virtual event: 12pm – 2pm; In-person event: 6pm – 8pm)
- Wednesday 2 December 2026 (Virtual event: 12pm – 2pm; In-person event: 3pm – 5pm)
What will the events be like?
You can choose to join us on campus or online. The virtual online element of the event takes place 12:00 - 14:00 BST, and the on-campus element takes place 18:00 - 20:00 BST with refreshments and sign-in from 17:00 BST.
During both the on-campus and online sessions, you can:
- Hear from a range of teams across Keele about the benefits of postgraduate study, and from current students about their experience of studying at Keele
- Chat with our academic staff who will answer any questions you have about our postgraduate courses
Virtual event timetable
| Time (UK) | Activity | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 - 12:30 | Welcome Talk | An overview of the benefits of postgraduate study at Keele and an opportunity to hear from current students |
| 12:30 - 14:00 | Academic drop-ins | Speak to our academic experts to find out more about the postgraduate programme you are interested in studying at Keele |
| 12:30 - 14:00 | Marketplace | Speak to Keele’s support teams to find out more about the additional services we offer alongside your studies |
| All day | Virtual tour | On-demand virtual tour |
On-campus event timetable
| Time | Activity | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Sign-in and refreshments | Welcome to Keele! |
| 18:00 - 18:30 | Welcome Talk | An overview of the benefits of postgraduate study at Keele and an opportunity to hear from a current student |
| 18:30 - 18:45 | Postgraduate student finance talk | An introduction to postgraduate student finance for both postgraduate taught and research study. Find out more about postgraduate loans, as well as bursaries and scholarships. |
| 18:30 - 20:00 | Academic drop-ins | Speak to our academic experts to find out more about the postgraduate programme you are interested in studying at Keele |
| 18:30 - 20:00 | Marketplace | Speak to Keele’s support teams to find out more about the additional services we offer alongside your studies |
| 17:00 - 20:00 | Campus Tours | Take a look around our 600-acre campus |
| 17:00 - 20:00 | Accommodation Tours | An opportunity to view our accommodation |
A Postgraduate Open Event at Keele University is your opportunity to explore your next step in more detail and get a feel for life at Keele.
Depending on the event, you can:
- Speak directly with academic staff about your course, modules, and career outcomes
- Hear from and engage with current students
- Learn about funding, finance, and student support services
- Attend a welcome talk to find out more about Keele
- Take part in a campus tour or explore via our virtual tour
- View accommodation (in person or via our virtual tour online)
- Whether you already have a course in mind or are still exploring your options, the event is designed to help you make an informed decision.
Yes, booking is required. Once you’ve registered, a week in advance of the event you’ll receive your event ticket along with full event details, including timings, location information, and (if applicable) joining instructions for virtual sessions.
Yes. Virtual Postgraduate Open Events allow you to join talks, connect with our academics, and ask questions remotely. You’ll also hear from current students, giving you a real insight into postgraduate life at Keele.
You can also explore Keele’s campus and accommodation through our virtual tour, giving you a detailed view of facilities, study spaces, and student living options from wherever you are in the world.
Yes. If you attend an on-campus event, you can explore Keele’s campus via a campus tour with our Student Ambassadors and take a self-guided tour of our accommodation - to see where you could live as a postgraduate student.
This gives you the flexibility to explore at your own pace and focus on the areas that matter most to you.
Yes, we aim to make attending as easy as possible:
- Free parking is available on campus for all event attendees
- You and your guests can benefit from free local bus travel on the day of the event on any First Bus service within The Potteries area
Simply show your event ticket (sent after booking) to the driver.
Many visitors use the No. 25 First Bus, which connects Stoke-on-Trent railway station with the campus via Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Yes, you’ll have opportunities to engage with both academic staff and current students, depending on how you attend.
- On-campus events: You can speak directly with academic staff about your course, and chat with our postgraduate student ambassadors to hear about their experiences and ask questions.
- Virtual events: You’ll hear from current students through a Q and A session, giving insight into postgraduate life at Keele, alongside opportunities to ask questions to staff during an academic session.
You’ll be able to find out about a wide range of support, including:
- Postgraduate funding, loans, and scholarships
- Careers and employability support
- Wellbeing and student services
- Keele Postgraduate Association
- Admissions
This ensures you understand both the academic and practical aspects of postgraduate study.
Absolutely. You don’t need to have made a final decision before attending. The event is a great opportunity to explore different subject areas, ask questions, and consider your options.
Yes, our Postgraduate Open Events are an excellent opportunity to discover what it’s like to continue your studies with us, while learning more about the exclusive benefits available to our current students.
Yes, guests are welcome to attend with you and can also take advantage of free parking and travel.
Yes, Keele’s on-campus day nursery offers free childcare for children up to the age of 5 during selected events depending on availability. Please check your confirmation email for details and note spaces are limited.
- No advance booking is required
- Simply let staff know when you sign in on the day
- You’ll be directed to the nursery
If you’re interested in childcare during your future studies at Keele, you can also request a tour of the nursery during your visit.
If you’re unable to attend, you can still explore postgraduate courses online, take a virtual tour of campus and accommodation, or join a future event.
