What to expect at an EKC Canterbury College Open Day

What can I expect at an EKC Canterbury College Open Day?

Attending an Open Day in Canterbury is your chance to explore the campus, meet students, and discover the wide range of courses and opportunities available.

Whether you’re interested in A Levels, T Levels, or want to get a feel for student life, this guide will help you know what to expect at one of our Open Days, which includes:

Exploring the Campus and Facilities

When you attend an Open Day, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the entire campus.

Exploring the main campus means you’ll discover state-of-the-art facilities such as the Lanfranc Theatre, Sports Centre, and Learning Resource Centre (LRC). From classrooms to social spaces like the Refectory and the Hair and Beauty Salons, you’ll be able to picture yourself as a student here.

There are also guided tours of the Spring Lane Campus, with staff running these throughout the evening. the night. Expect to see something different on the specialist land-based site, with close-up looks at the wide range of 400+ animals from tortoises to meerkats to wallabies.

Hands-On Experiences and Interactive Demos

A highlight of the Open Day is the chance to take part in hands-on workshops and live demonstrations.

You could head to Engineering to see their advanced robots, or you could be testing your talents in Music with a wide range of instruments.

Lots of departments will offer a range of interactive activities on the night. Seeing how you could get involved in these demos will give you a taste of what life at EKC Canterbury College could be like for you.

Meeting the EKC Canterbury Sixth Form Team

If you’re considering A Levels, an Open Day gives you a chance to visit our dedicated Sixth Form area. Here, you’ll meet staff and students, ask about our A Level programmes, and explore the wide range of subjects on offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to see what makes EKC Canterbury Sixth Form unique and how it can help you achieve your academic goals and future progression options.

Hear directly from students

At an Open Day, you can chat with current students to get first-hand insights about life at the College. Students will be located in various departments showcasing their work, which is a great way to hear directly from those currently studying what you’re looking into.

You can meet our student ambassadors on the night who will guide you around the campus, and can help you find out what you’re looking for.

Lecturers and support staff will also be available throughout the evening to answer any questions you have about the courses or campus life.

If you can’t wait till Open Day to hear our students’ experiences, in the video below, you can hear from T Level Business students Izzy and Lexi.

They took part in Work Experience with the NHS.

Discover a Range of Study Programmes

If you’re wondering about your options, the Open Day will give you the chance to explore our wide range of programmes, from A Levels at EKC Canterbury Sixth Form to T Levels, which blend classroom learning with real-world work experience.

If you’re an adult learner, there’s flexible part-time courses, making it easier to study around your other commitments. Whatever your path, there’s a programme here for you.

Get a Feel for College Life

One of the key things to expect from a Canterbury Open Day is an insight into student life. As you explore the campus, you’ll get a sense of the atmosphere and see what life might be like as a student here.

Student Experience Officer Gina and Students’ Union President Niamh will be available to talk to you about the range of activities and events they host throughout the year, including the annual Drag Show and Freshers’ Fayre.

The Open Day is designed to help you picture yourself as part of the EKC Canterbury College / EKC Canterbury Sixth Form community.

Asking questions and getting expert advice

Take advantage of the knowledge available to you during the Open Day.

Whether you’re curious about course content, the application process, or potential career paths, this is your chance to ask all the questions that matter to you.

Our staff, lecturers, and current students are here to help, so don’t hesitate to ask them for advice or clarity on anything you’re unsure about.

The College Services team will be on hand during the night, happy to assist and answer any questions related to topics such as support and admissions.

Document Your Experience

Don’t forget to document your Open Day experience.

Take photos and notes throughout your visit to remind you of the key highlights, whether it’s a standout demonstration or a great conversation with a lecturer. These memories will be invaluable when it comes to making your final decision about where and what to study.

Plus, feel free to share your day with us on social media—we’d love to see how your visit went.

How do I attend an EKC Canterbury College Open Day?

Open Days at EKC Canterbury College take place throughout the year, typically in November, February, and April.

If you’d like to attend, make sure to pre-register on our events page so you don’t miss out on the opportunity to explore everything the College has to offer.

If you don’t pre-register, you can still turn up on the day, but you will have to sign up on arrival.

Now that you’ve discovered what to expect at our next Open Day, find out when the next event is below.