Queen Mary’s College is a high-achieving sixth form college that offers a diverse range of academic courses and activities. QMC offers an exceptional environment for advancing your education. With a lively and welcoming atmosphere and dedicated teachers and staff, it is the perfect place to pursue your studies and achieve your aspirations. Our campus boasts modern facilities and state-of-the-art resources, providing a dynamic setting for learning.
To truly experience what we have to offer, we invite you to join us at one of our Open Evenings. This is your opportunity to explore the full array of courses available and discover what life as a QMC student is all about. Read on for more information about what you can expect when attending one of our Open Events.
Booking is Essential…
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Useful Information for Open Evening…
A printed map and subject locations will be available for you to collect upon your arrival. You’ll be able to familiarise yourself with the layout of the College and plan your evening to ensure you visit all of the departments and areas of the campus that interest you.
Talks
Principal’s Talks: 5.45pm and 6.45pm in QM Hall. Duration: Approximately 20 minutes.
Triple A+ Talks: 6:30 pm & 7:30pm in the Progression Hub, room 3018, Spectrum Building. Duration: Approximately 15 minutes. Find out about our programme of support for high achieving students, including the super-curriculum, applying to competitive pathways such as Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group universities, Higher Apprenticeships and Conservatoires.
Park and Ride
We operate a free park and ride service from Basingstoke Leisure Park, operated by Aldermaston Coaches. The bus stop is conveniently located near the Bingo Hall.
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Please enter the Leisure Park via the main entrance to avoid traffic queues.
Buses will depart approximately every 20 minutes.
The first bus will leave the Leisure Park at 4:30pm.
The last returning bus will depart from Queen Mary’s College at 8:15 PM. The waiting place for this is close to the main College exit road, near the Student Car Park.
Alternative: Pay & Display Car Parks
If you prefer not to use the park and ride, several pay and display car parks are within walking distance of the college including:
- Festival Place Car Park RG21 7BA: Evening rate of £2 after 5 PM.
- Southern Road Car Park, Top of Town, off New Road, RG21 3DY.
No Parking on Cliddesden Road
Please be aware that parking is not permitted on Cliddesden Road or the surrounding streets during the Open Evening. We kindly ask you to be mindful of our neighbours, their driveways, and the local community.
Blue Badge Holders
If you are a blue badge holder, please email premises@qmc.ac.uk to reserve a parking space on-site.
Accessibility
If you wish to discuss any accessibility requirements with us in advance of the evening please email us: info@qmc.ac.uk or call on 01256 417500 so that we can help to accommodate your needs.
Refreshments
Refreshments will be available in the Spectrum Building and Café QM, 5-7:15pm.
How to apply to study at QMC
The deadline for applications for September 2025 entry is 8th December 2024. We encourage you to apply in time as applications received within the deadline are prioritised. More information can be found here.
Aiming High?
Short 10-15minute talks will take place in the Progression Hub (room 3018, Spectrum Building) at 6.30pm & 7:30pm.
Discover all you need to know about maximising your chances of success including:
- QMC’s Triple A+ Programme
- Applying to selective universities including Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group.
- QMC’s specialist programme for aspiring medics and vets.
- The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and other extra-curricular enrichments.
- Applying for the most sought after apprenticeships/sponsored degree programmes
- Stretch and Challenge
Sport Facilities
Our impressive facilities are available for all students and are also open to the public. On Open Evening you will be able to look around QM Sports Centre and find out about the activities QM Leisure offers. These include gym, fitness classes, swimming, children’s activities, parties, recording studio, theatre shows, facility hire and more!
QMC is an inclusive, happy and purposeful environment to study in. On Open Evening we hope you’ll get a true sense of the positive learning environment. We look forward to seeing you.
