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Universities and Gap Year Fair 2023

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We are delighted to welcome 50 universities and Gap Year providers to the annual Shrewsbury School University Fair on Friday 17th February from 1-4pm.

A full programme for the day - which includes useful information on the UCAS application procedure, a jargon-busting glossary, plus a list of useful websites and further resources – can be found here or by using the flipbook below.

All pupils and their families are welcome to attend, though it is targeted mainly at parents and pupils in the Fifth and Sixth Forms.

The Fair will take place in the Alington Hall, where representatives from universities the length and breadth of the country, as well as some international universities, will be on hand to answer any questions and offer an insight into the courses and life at their various institutions.


In addition, we will offer four presentations in the Barnes Theatre (on a first come, first served basis) on the following topics:

First Presentation
1.30 pm – 2.00 pm Applying to a competitive university, University of Bristol

Second Presentation
2.05 pm – 2.35 pm Personal Statements, University of Warwick

Third Presentation
2.40 pm – 3.10 pm Student Finance, University of Liverpool

Fourth Presentation
3.15 pm – 3.35 pm World Class Study in London, Imperial, King’s, LSE, UCL


This event is free and there is no need to book. However ,if you would like to bring a large group, please email [email protected].

Parking will be available around the Alington Hall, but as it will be busy, you are welcome to use the Kingsland Hall and Dayboys car parks.