Discovery exhibitor zone

Update 14 July 2027

Following the postponement of UCAS Discovery Bedford, we're pleased to confirm that we have now secured a new date for the event:

Event date: Thursday 24 September
Opening times: 09:30 - 15:00 

Build-up times:

• Wednesday 23 September: 15:00 – 17:00
• Thursday 24 September: 08:00 – 09:15

Event location: (Please note this is a new venue): 

Update 22 June 2026

Following the Red Heat-Health Alert issued this afternoon, the UCAS Discovery Bedford Exhibition on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 June has been postponed. This decision is fully supported by the University of Bedfordshire.

The safety of our exhibitors, students and staff is our priority, and after careful consideration we believe this is the most responsible course of action under the current conditions.

We’re working to secure a new date for the autumn and will share an update with you as soon as possible.

In the meantime, if you have any questions or would prefer to discuss your options, please contact your account manager or the UCAS Events Team at events@ucas.ac.uk.

We appreciate your understanding and support, and we’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Update 19 June 2025

We’re excited to announce that we will be launching a new shell scheme structure for the Create Your Future 2025 and Discovery 2026 exhibitions. 

This updated modular stand system is designed to create a more impactful exhibition experience and offers several benefits including:

• Faster, easier build: streamlined installation means quicker turnaround times for build and breakdown
• Modern, open design: creates a brighter, more inviting environment that enhances visitor flow and engagement
• Enhanced safety: A beam-free structure eliminates the risk of failing components.

Existing graphics can be attached to the new GES AMP system, however, we recommend checking graphic dimensions against the updated AMP specification. The size and specifications details for the new GES AMP system can be found below.
 
If you have any questions or need further details, please contact the team at events@ucas.ac.uk.

Enter your exhibitor name and specifying the subjects you offer. You can find your exhibitor profile in Enet by selecting 'manage stand', then 'exhibitor profile'.

Go to Enet

Find out more about data scanning at our events. Including scanning instructions, how to set up and manage your scanning app/device, how your organisation can use your scanning lead data and an example of the data you will receive in your scanning lead download file. Contact the teams at eventssales@ucas.ac.uk to book.

Get set up

Campus events

A handful of campus events offer electricity. Please visit the shop in Enet to see which events, and to order.

Premium and shell scheme events
Please use the GES Expresso links below to book electrics for the 2026 Discovery events.

*The remaining GES Expresso links will be available soon.

Increase your brand presence before, during and after the event by booking your marketing add-ons. Contact the team today to discuss which options best suit your recruitment goals eventssales@ucas.ac.uk. Specifications for marketing add-ons can be found here:

A range of social media marketing asset have been designed to help your organisation promote its attendance at 2026 UCAS Discovery events. These can be found below:

Social Assets - IG Post 1 - English

Social Assets - IG Post 2 - English

Social Assets - Linkedin Story 1 - English

Social Assets - Linkedin Story 2 - English

Social Assets - Linkedin Story 2 - Welsh

Social Assets - FB IG Story 1a - English

Social Assets - FB IG Portrait 1 - Welsh

Social Assets - FB IG Portrait 1 - English

Social Assets - FB IG Story 1 - English

Social Assets - FB IG Story 2 - Welsh

Social Assets - FB IG Story 2 - Welsh

Make sure you familiarise yourself with our in-event artwork guidelines and spec documents. You can find these below:

Review booking terms and conditions which includes: Safeguarding; Scanning terms and conditions; Code of conduct and Health and safety manual.

Terms and Conditions

Remember to read the GES stand information documents and take some time to look over the specifications for your stand before the event.

Please refer to our Health and Safety page for important information, including exhibitor and contractor responsibilities (outlined in the terms and conditions). Risk assessment templates, and other useful documents can be found below. Remember, you are required to complete a risk assessment for each event you attend and submit any additional supporting documentation.

Floor plans for 2026 events are available on each of the individual event pages which can be found below.