This Spring 2026, we brought together prospective postgraduate students and universities across the country in a series of in-person study fairs. Our Postgrad LIVE events give students the chance to explore courses, ask questions directly to university representatives, and attend talks on postgraduate study - all under one roof.
This year’s fairs really highlighted the value of meeting face-to-face. Students left better informed and motivated, while universities connected with the right candidates for their courses, proving just how effective these live events are at creating meaningful connections.
This Spring, Postgrad LIVE travelled to five key student cities across the UK: Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool and London.
Each location provided universities with the opportunity to connect with postgraduate students in some of the UK’s most important postgraduate markets, with every city offering its own unique audience. Our flagship London event alone welcomed over 420 attendees, making it one of our busiest fairs of the season.
This season, we welcomed 1,600+ students and 97 unique exhibitors.
These figures highlight the continued demand for postgraduate study and reinforce the importance of face-to-face events in supporting students’ decision-making journeys.
One of the standout aspects of this year’s events has been the quality of engagement between postgraduate students and exhibitors. With attendees arriving prepared and motivated, universities were able to have more focused, meaningful discussions around courses, career outcomes and application pathways.
This continued emphasis on quality over quantity ensures that every interaction delivers real value - for both students and institutions.
Feedback from our exhibitors once again highlights the impact of Postgrad LIVE:
“Really good! Loads of traffic at our stand. Good location, amazing space, good acoustics so I didn’t have to yell to hear myself.” - The University of Manchester
“It has been a great event, steady stream of attendees, so not overwhelming. Staff were very approachable and attentive.” - Durham University
Postgrad LIVE isn’t just for UK institutions. Universities from across Europe and beyond have joined our fairs, connecting with highly motivated postgraduate students eager to explore global study opportunities.
“Great venue, lots of high-quality requests, interesting for a research university!” - University of Cologne
Visit our exhibitor hub to hear from other universities and discover why they enjoy exhibiting with us.
If your university joined us this Spring, you’ll know just how valuable face-to-face conversations can be. With another busy season ahead, now is the perfect time to think about how to make an even bigger impact at Postgrad LIVE in 2027.
Here are a few ways to get the most out of your attendance:
Engage early – Students arrive prepared, so having clear messaging, course knowledge and tailored conversations can make all the difference.
Stand out on the day – Whether it’s eye-catching materials, interactive elements, or simply an approachable team, creating a welcoming stand helps drive more meaningful conversations.
Follow up effectively – The conversation doesn’t end at the event. Timely and personalised follow-up can turn interest into applications.
By taking a more strategic approach, universities can maximise both visibility and conversion - making every interaction count.
We’re excited to announce that our Spring 2027 Postgrad LIVE events are now open for booking.
Building on the success of this year’s season, we’ll be returning to five key locations across the UK:
📍 Manchester
📍 Birmingham
📍 Liverpool
📍 London
📍 Glasgow
As demand for in-person engagement continues to grow, early booking is strongly recommended to secure your place at Postgrad LIVE 2027 events.
We also have a range of study fairs taking place in Autumn 2026. Whether you’re joining us again as a returning exhibitor or considering exhibiting with us for the first time, we’d love to hear from you. To find out more or reserve your stand, get in touch with our team today or check our study fairs here - we look forward to welcoming you back for another successful year of Postgrad LIVE study fairs.