What University? What Career? Live| the NEC, Birmingham

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What University? & What Career? Live

What University? & What Career? Live is the essential event for 15-19-year-olds considering their options after leaving school or college.

Join us at the unmissable exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham, on 27 & 28 February 2026, for free! Visitors will meet many of the UK's top universities and employers - including Cardiff University, BBC Birmingham, University of Oxford, Get into Teaching, University of Birmingham, NHS and many more - to take the first steps on your career journey.

While at the event, you can also take advantage of free one-to-one career advice, choose from a packed programme of free talks covering everything from interview advice to acing apprenticeship assessment centres, and take part in a range of interactive activities to help you take your next steps with confidence.

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Date

27 - 28 Feb 2026

Opening Times

9.30am – 4.00pm

NEC Campus

Hall 12

Ticket Prices

Ticket Prices Free

Pre Pay Parking

Pre-pay your parking now

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ESL One Birmingham 2026

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Hotels Partners

Hotel Partner: Manor Hotel Meriden/Windmill Village Hotel, Golf Club & Spa

Offering scenic accommodation, diverse dining options, together with golf, spa & leisure facilities. Conveniently located only 5 miles from the NEC, making it an easy commute. Quote NEC25 for 10% off our Best Available Rates.

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Voco St. John's Hotel

Elevate your NEC experience at Voco St. John's Hotel. Minutes away from the NEC with 201 stylish rooms, 13 versatile meeting spaces, and ample parking for 250 cars. Your gateway to comfort and convenience.

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Hilton Birmingham Metropole

Stay close to the action at Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Dine at Brightsmith On The Water with views of Pendigo Lake. Discover our gym, pool, sauna and steam room. Then unwind in a comfortable room and wake up to breakfast.

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