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27 - 28 Feb 2026
Education

What University? & What Career? Live

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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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Pre-pay for parking and save £5*

Arriving by car? Pre-pay for parking online before the day of your visit and you can make a saving of £5* (T&C's apply). That's one less thing to think about on the day! Pre-pay is available in our standard & disabled public car parks.

Experience the NEC

Make the most of your upcoming visit to the NEC. From booking your hotel, sorting out travel, pre-booking your parking or scoping out the excitement that awaits across the NEC campus, our visiting us page has everything covered.

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Hotel Partner: 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.

Hotel Partner: 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.

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.

Food & Drink The NEC

From vibrant salads to signature sandwiches and comforting classics, we’ve got every craving covered all day long.

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Hotels at the NEC

From luxury resorts to simple rooms to please, you’ll find a host of hotels right on our doorstep. Head to our Visitors page to view your nearest options.

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