The What Next? 2010 careers and opportunities fair will take place on Tuesday 5 (evening only) and Wednesday 6 October, at The Harvey Hadden Sports Stadium.

The What Next? careers and opportunities fair is a fantastic event, jam-packed with information and advice for year 11 students and their families.

The fair attracts exhibitors from some of the largest organisations in the Midlands, offering information, advice and guidance on career options, job opportunities and education choices in further and higher education

In addition, representatives from the region's schools, colleges, further and higher education institutions and student advice bodies are also in attendance to advise on all aspects of college and university life.

Plus there are interactive stands, live music, free seminars and goodie bags galore.

There's even a dedicated parents' zone, where Connexions advisors will be on hand to provide general information and advice about higher education.

If you're interested in taking part as an exhibitor or as a visitor with your school or family, please contact lucy.chapman@ntu.ac.uk.

We asked students, exhibitors and teachers what they found most valuable about the event? Here's what they had to say':