Information for Parents and Guardians
The decision to start University is an important one, for both the student and their parent or guardian.
This page details some of the resources that the University of Warwick offers to explain more about visiting campus, funding university study, keeping in touch and wellbeing support services.
Getting to know the campus
We offer a number of different ways for you to visit the campus, and each will provide an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about life at Warwick.
- Open Days – Our Open Days are the perfect chance for you to experience all that Warwick has to offer. You will be able to visit specific departments, go on a campus tour and see student accommodation
- Warwick Talk and Tour - These offer a great overview of the University, consisting of a overview presentation and campus tour with current students.
- Independent Visits – You are welcome to visit the campus at any time to have a look around, there is no need to book
Keeping in Touch with the University
The Alumni team at Warwick provide a set of webpages aimed at helping parents and guardians to familiarise themselves with the University. You are able to sign up to receive newsletters about the University, and also find out more about the Vice-Chancellor and President’s welcome event, taking place at the start of each academic year.
Funding University study
You can find out more information about funding all levels of University study on our Student Funding portal. Should you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact the Student Funding Team via email: studentfunding at warwick dot ac dot uk or telephone: +44 (0)24 7615 0096.
Wellbeing Support Services
The University of Warwick is committed to providing a supportive and positive environment for all members of its community. However, we recognise that there will be times in everybody's University life when things do not go as well as you would wish. In times like these, you can be safe in the knowledge that there is a comprehensive support and welfare structure available to help with all kinds of different problems.