Opportunities in and near Blackpool

Hear Professor Carrie Vout of the University of Cambridge give an evening lecture on the classical world. Members and non-members can attend at The Theatre at KGV College in Southport.

Explore Pasargad and Cyrus the Great’s Garden City in an in-person lecture from Martin Charlesworth, former Director of the British Institute for Persian Studies in Iran. Meet at The Theatre at KGV College, with on-site parking.

Hear Dr Jess Venner deliver an in-person evening lecture exploring classical history and the ancient world in an informal setting. Visitors are welcome to meet the lecturer over refreshments, then put questions in a short Q&A at AKS Lytham.

Hear Professor Michael Scott deliver a talk on a topic in classics, then put your questions to him in a short Q&A. Meet fellow classics enthusiasts over refreshments and homemade cake at AKS Lytham.

Hear Dr Ben Cartlidge of the University of Liverpool explore how Homer, Pasolini and Nolan have shaped The Odyssey’s journey onto film. Join an evening talk on classics, literature and cinema at The Theatre at KGV College in Southport, with on-site parking.

Hear Dr Jessica Clarke uncover the hidden history of theatre in Roman Italy, then meet the lecturer over refreshments and put your questions in a short post-talk Q&A. Homemade cake is available too.

Tour the campus, speak to course tutors and explore accommodation while getting practical advice on applications, fees and finance. You can also hear from student ambassadors and refuel with free tea, coffee, water and biscuits.

Tour the campus, explore teaching and social spaces, and speak with academic staff about courses. Hear current students describe day-to-day life, then find out how the college system shapes student life.

Hear business leaders and alumni from China, Cambodia and Vietnam compare building careers and ventures between Asia and the UK. Get practical perspectives on studying in the UK, navigating different business environments and what employers seek in graduates, then join an informal Q&A.

Help protect a rare sand dune and woodland environment alongside its ranger team, tackling scrub control, path maintenance and dune slack maintenance. You’ll also hear about biodiversity and climate change challenges, with training provided for every task.

Student ambassadors lead you around campus buildings, facilities, accommodation and student spaces, sharing first-hand insights into studying and campus life. Tours last about an hour, with Preston visits departing from the Student Centre.

Explore abdominal organs and muscles through videos, activities and quizzes in a two-week online course. Learn anatomical terminology, trace the gastrointestinal tract and hear an abdominal surgeon explain common problems and treatments. Join discussions with learners worldwide; eligible participants can earn a digital certificate.

Explore what it’s like to study as an undergraduate at Dundee in a two-hour online open evening. Find out more from home before deciding whether to apply or visit in person later on.

Create work around “Magic World” for a global youth art competition, using painting, sculpture, digital art or AI-assisted techniques. Entries are judged for quality and originality, and digital or AI submissions need high-resolution images plus process evidence.

Two taster lectures and an extended Q&A with current students let you explore History and Modern Languages, get a feel for the course’s academic pace and ask about the admissions journey - all online, wherever you’re based.

Work through Python coding scenarios in a live problem-solving workshop led by a university computing lecturer. Practise core programming ideas, build confidence and get a taste of university-level Computer Science. Join online via Zoom and ask questions by microphone or typed comments.

Use current headlines to analyse how media coverage frames migration and belonging, then compare examples across different platforms. Build vocabulary for visual and textual analysis in an interactive discussion about who gets to speak and participate in society.

Explore how Tudor subjects challenged Henry VIII’s authority in a live interactive session led by a University of Portsmouth history lecturer. Trace dissent from rude words between neighbours to printed polemic and propaganda, and weigh how far criticism could threaten royal power.

A legal graduate recruiter leads an online workshop on showing proactivity in law applications. Explore what firms look for, build initiative and practise using real-world scenarios to back up your experience with evidence.

Explore how companies in life sciences and technology raise capital, secure investment and make deals. Goodwin lawyers break down the legal and commercial issues behind mergers and acquisitions, and you can ask them questions directly.