University events

Get to know Manchester Metropolitan University

Want to know more about studying and student life at ManMet? Chat to its student ambassadors and learn what it’s like to study at Manchester Met by clicking here. The students also post useful information about the University, a day in the life, preparing to study, and much more.

You can find your perfect course by browsing the 38 subject areas, here. You can also order the 2026 prospectus, here.

Meet the Russell Group webinars

29th April, 30th April and 1st May

 

This is incredibly informative for students considering applying for Russell Group universities such as Cambridge, LSE, Bristol, Glasgow or Cardiff. The webinars will cover topics such as Personal Statements, Applying, Researching University Options and Student life.

To sign up, click here.

 

Swansea University Masterclass subject-specific webinars

Unsure of what subject you’d like to study at University? Swansea University’s Masterclass Series takes place at various times throughout the year to give students a flavour of the different subjects it offers. It’s also a great way to get a feel for what university lectures are like.

The series includes the following topics:

  • Studying and practising mental health nursing
  • Artificial intelligence and economics – the importance of being human
  • Intro to java: decoding classes & methods
  • Phobias: causes and treatments
  • Using forensic linguistics to tackle online harms
  • Behind the scenes: light and electricity
  • The year of women’s sport (again)?
  • Criminal law – making a murderer
  • Fact-checking Boris Johnson’s Covid-19 inquiry evidence
  • How can I tailor my medical sciences degree at Swansea?

For further information, and to watch the videos, click here.

 

PlayStation Careers Summer School

15–17 July 2025, 10–3pm

The School of Digital Arts (SODA) has been given support by Sony Interactive Entertainment and the PlayStation Career Pathways Program to run a non-residential summer school for Year 12 students primarily from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds who have an interest in studying the digital arts. However, all Year 12 students who have an interest in studying the digital arts are also encouraged to apply.

The 3-day event will take place at SODA and is an exciting opportunity for students to get a taste for creative subjects at university, build confidence and creative skills, and learn from experts within their field.

For more information, and details on how to apply, click here.

Nottingham Trent University Experience Days

May to July 2025

Students keen to explore university life are invited to visit Nottingham Trent University’s campus for an Experience Day. Tailored by expert academics, these days are designed to help students discover if a particular subject is right for them by engaging in interactive sessions. They will also get to tour the university’s state-of-the-art facilities and connect with current students to get a real sense of university life.

Click on the links below to get more information on the available days.

 

North-West University & Apprenticeship events

  • Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester
    Friday 26th September
    For further information, click here.

 

  • Anfield Stadium, Liverpool
    Friday 7th November
    For further information, click here.

 

Psychology Taster Days

16th and 23rd June 2025

These Taster Days are for Year 12 and 13 students who would like to know more about studying Psychology at university. The series of taster lectures, demonstrating research equipment (and inviting you to have a go!), will include information about life as an undergraduate in Psychology at Chester. Events will be running during the weeks of 16th and 23rd June 2025. Please indicate your interest via the booking link here and the university will be in touch to arrange a suitable date.