Economics

Your Applicant Day Programme

This is an exclusive event for our offer holders, designed to give you a real insight into what studying at UEA is all about. A chance to explore our campus, meet the people who will support your journey, and experience the facilities where you'll learn and shape your future.

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Saturday Programme

Time	Activity	Location	Attendee
9.30–10.40am	Check in and pick up your information leaflet to begin your day.	Check in at Congregation Hall	Applicant
10.15–10.45am	Discover UEA: A Student Perspective Join us for an introduction to UEA, then dive into a Q&A with our current students. From the best study spaces to unforgettable campus events, hear what makes UEA special; direct from those who know it best.	Lecture Theatre Block	Applicant and guests (optional)
10.45–11am	Departure to Subject Areas A Student Ambassador will guide you to your subject area.	Congregation Hall/Lecture Theatre Block	Applicant, guests optional
11–11.30am	Experience Economics: Taster Lecture Join one of our professors for an interactive experiment inspired by John Maynard Keynes. You'll explore how economists use experiments to understand real-world behaviour and experience economics in action.	Elizabeth Fry Building, room 01.08	Applicant, guests optional
11–11.45am	Guiding Success: Behind the UEA Experience Take part in our Q&A with advisors from Finance, Accommodation, Careers, Student Support and more! Ready to share insights on how your student will be supported throughout their studies and beyond.	Lecture Theatre Block	Guests (optional)
11.35am–12pm	The Big Mac Index Workshop: Burgernomics in Action Can a burger explain global economics? Discover how the price of a Big Mac reveals what your money is really worth. Then crunch the numbers yourself in this fun, hands-on session held in one of our IT labs.	Elizabeth Fry Building, room 0.07	Applicant
11.35am–12.15pm	Welcome to the School of Economics A welcome by the Head of School, who will introduce the School of Economics, outline the learning experience, and discuss opportunities for students, including research projects, internships and career prospects.	Elizabeth Fry Building, room 01.08	Guests (optional)
12–12.15pm	Life as an ECO Student Hear directly from our Student Ambassadors about studying Economics at UEA. Ask questions about modules, timetables, accommodation, societies, part-time work, and life in Norwich. This informal session is your chance to get honest, first-hand insights.	Elizabeth Fry Building, room 0.07	Applicant
12.15–1pm	School of Economics Undergraduate Fair and Refreshments Meet academics, course directors, and employability staff in the heart of the School. Explore course options, discuss the work experience opportunities and enjoy light refreshments as you discover more about life at UEA.	Elizabeth Fry Building, foyer	Applicant and guests (optional)
12.45–3pm	Tours and Information Zone Visit our Information Zone to chat to support services from across the University. You can also join our guided tours of campus, accommodation, the Library, Sportspark and the Students' Union.	Congregation Hall	Applicant and guests (optional)
12.45–3pm	Tune Into Uni A series of short talks on key topics to prepare you for a smooth transition to university. Pick up a pair of our headphones and listen live to experts on various areas of student life.	Congregation Hall	Applicant and guests (optional)

For more information including FAQs, see Applicant Days, for what to expect on the day, see Applicant Day programmes, and to find out about our accommodation options, see our Accommodation Finder.

If you have any questions about your Applicant Day please contact us on recruitmentevents@uea.ac.uk.