Opportunities in and near Cardiff

Euro Edge Academy’s Future Skills & AI Readiness workshop is a one-day student programme designed to help learners build confidence in an increasingly digital world. It focuses on the skills that matter most for study, employability, entrepreneurship, and personal development, including communication, problem-solving, digital literacy, AI awareness, leadership, and personal branding. The workshop uses interactive facilitator-led discussions, real-world examples, team activities, role-playing, case studies, practical assignments, and reflection exercises. Participants explore the foundations of artificial intelligence, learn how to use AI tools responsibly and effectively, and strengthen critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and decision-making. The programme also supports students in building a professional CV and online profile, improving time management, and preparing for internships and future employment opportunities. A Course Completion Certificate is awarded at the end of the workshop.

Power Up is hosting a summer programme of creative workshops for young people aged 10-25 from Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. This session brings together music, rhythm and nature-inspired making in a friendly, hands-on environment designed to help participants feel well, try something new and enjoy time with other young people. The workshop includes nature-inspired arts and crafts, interactive rhythm activities using percussion, and immersive sound experiences connected to the gardens and surrounding natural environment. Participants can make take-home items such as a handmade instrument, join a community rhythm circle, or simply explore unique soundscapes using specialist equipment. No musical experience is needed, and the event is in-person at Railway Gardens in Splott, Cardiff. It is one event in a five-week series, so anyone who wants to attend weekly will need to book each session separately. Support with finance and arranging transport can be discussed.

Join the University of South Wales Clearing Open Day to get in-person support with your university choices and applications. The event is designed to help prospective students make informed decisions about courses and accommodation, and staff can assist with accepting offers on the day. Registration is required and attendees will receive a QR code by email to use at check-in. During the Open Day you can meet academic staff from your chosen subject in 1-2-1 sessions, speak to support teams (including accommodation and finance), hear from current student ambassadors, and take guided tours of campuses and accommodation. Complimentary refreshments will be available on arrival. This Clearing Open Day is being held across all USW campuses. If you cannot attend in person there are virtual tours available. The university also offers a travel bursary to support the cost of attending; full details and eligibility are provided on the USW Travel Bursary web page.

Cardiff UniversityOpen Day programme offers a full day of activities for prospective undergraduate students, including subject-specific sessions run by academic schools, general talks on UCAS and student finance, campus tours and accommodation tours, and a drop-in Open Day exhibition showcasing student support services and opportunities. Many talks are repeated throughout the day so pre-booking is not required for most sessions; however, in periods of high demand priority is given to prospective students and some sessions may limit the number of accompanying guests. Subject-specific activity examples include school tours, information and drop-in sessions delivered by academic schools. Note that Psychology tours require booking on arrival at the relevant location. Additional features of the day include tours of facilities, information about places to eat on campus, and sessions on funding and next steps for applicants. The programme is intended to help applicants make informed decisions about degree choices, campus life and practical aspects of applying to Cardiff University.

Open Days at the University of South Wales give prospective undergraduate students the chance to explore campuses, speak with academic staff and current students, and experience facilities first-hand. Attendees can join talks and presentations, take campus and accommodation tours, meet student support services, and get a clearer sense of course content and student life to help choose the right degree. Events take place across USW campuses in Cardiff, Newport and Pontypridd. Open Days usually begin with registration at around 09:30 and finish at approximately 15:00 (individual campus times are confirmed in your booking email). You can bring parents, guardians or guests (you can update guest numbers after booking). To attend, book your place using the online booking form on the university website and you will receive a confirmation email with a QR code, travel information and a link to manage your booking. USW offers support with travel costs including a Travel Bursary (see the Travel Bursary pages for eligibility and how to apply) and discounted rail travel via Great Western Railway using the promo code USWOPENDAY26 (valid within seven days of the event). If you are interested in postgraduate study, check the university's postgraduate open events rather than these undergraduate-focused Open Days.

The Newport Careers Fair is an in-person event organised by The UK Careers Fair that brings together local employers and jobseekers in one place. Taking place at The Riverfront in Newport on Thursday 24 September (10:00-14:00 local time), the fair gives attendees the chance to speak directly with employer representatives, learn about company culture, benefits and hiring requirements, and explore a wide range of job roles across multiple industries. Exhibitors typically represent a broad mix of sectors including finance, education, sales and marketing, motoring, HR, IT, healthcare, tourism, commercial real estate, manufacturing, hospitality, retail, banking and pharmaceuticals. The event is suitable for people at different stages of their careers and with varied levels of experience and qualifications, offering a time-efficient way to network and discover vacancies without submitting multiple online applications. The venue is The Riverfront (Kingsway, Newport NP20 1HG). The format is in-person for the full four-hour session; attendees should plan to visit during the 10 AM-2 PM window to meet employers and gather information about available roles and recruitment processes.

Harper Adams University Open Days are full-day events held on the Edgmond campus (with a drop-in at The Quad in Telford) designed to give visitors a flavour of university life and the courses on offer. Attendees can join subject talks, watch demonstrations and practical activities, take guided campus tours (including the 494-hectare farm and selected student halls), and attend Vice-Chancellor talks. The events showcase course facilities ranging from lecture theatres and farm-based classrooms to specialist spaces such as the Digital Skills Hub (The Quad). The Open Day is suitable for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate applicants and those interested in apprenticeships. Activities include subject-specific talks and demonstrations (for example robotics, data science, digital business, canine hydrotherapy and food/culinary sessions), opportunities to speak with student support, admissions and the Students' Union, and practical tours of facilities. Travel and campus access details (postcodes, nearest stations and parking advice) are provided on the Harper Adams website to help plan your visit.

Cardiff University's Global events page lists where university representatives will meet prospective students around the world, including in-person fairs run by partners and university-run events, plus online webinars and on-campus Open Days. Attendees can speak with representatives about courses, entry requirements, scholarships and student life, and can register for individual events via the links provided on each listing. In-person international fairs and university-run events are listed by country on the page, with new dates added throughout the year. The page also highlights free online webinars covering topics such as funding and how to apply. On-campus Open Days for undergraduate and postgraduate applicants run at intervals during the year; upcoming dates are listed on the page. To attend, prospective students should register using the specific event links on the listings or contact the Cardiff University international team for further information. The page notes that some events are organised by partner organisations while others are University-run, and directs visitors to the international contact page for questions.

Cardiff University Undergraduate Open Days are in-person events designed for prospective undergraduate students to explore the university campus, learn about courses, and experience student life. Attendees can take campus tours, speak with current students and academic staff, attend information sessions, see halls of residence, and explore the local area to get a feel for living and studying in Cardiff. A virtual campus tour is also available for those who cannot attend in person. The page lists upcoming Open Days on Friday 26 June 2026 and Saturday 27 June 2026, with details of Autumn Open Days to be published later in the year. Other visit options mentioned include self-guided tours, organised undergraduate campus walking tours, and the virtual campus tour. For questions, visitors are invited to contact Cardiff University's undergraduate teams.

Cardiff Metropolitan University Undergraduate Open Days invite prospective undergraduate students to visit the Llandaff and Cyncoed campuses to learn about courses, meet academic staff, and experience campus life. The day typically includes course and school talks where you can meet tutors and ask questions about specific degree programmes, plus sessions aimed at supporting applications and study decisions. Visitors can attend an Information Fair with departments such as Admissions, Money Advice, Wellbeing Support, Careers, Sport, Welsh Language and the Students’ Union to find out about the range of student services. Student-led campus tours run throughout the day, and there are opportunities to tour accommodation options; accommodation staff are available at the Information Fair and accommodation tours can be booked on arrival. The university provides guidance on how to plan your day, including booking onto talks and sessions via the online booking form. For questions about attending, the Open Days team can be contacted by email (opendays@cardiffmet.ac.uk).

The Faculty of Art & Design at Summer Boarding Courses (Cambridge) is an in-person summer programme for students aged 14-17 that introduces creative practice at university level. Over intensive studio sessions and practical workshops you will experiment with drawing, painting, sculpture and digital tools, develop visual ideas and collaborate on a group installation project that forms part of the final showcase. Learning combines hands-on practice with critical discussion of theory and history, including group critiques and tutor-led feedback. The course includes fieldwork in the city, dedicated academic coaching (including UCAS/personal statement support), English language development sessions, and opportunities to present work in the Time to Shine ceremony. Specialist materials are provided and students receive a Certificate of Achievement; a personalised letter of reference can be requested. Sessions run at Cambridge venues (St Andrew’s Cambridge, Sancton Wood School) and at Cardiff Sixth Form College. Multiple 2- and 4-week start dates are offered in summer 2026, with both residential and non-residential options and language support included.

Join professional illustrator and character designer Thom Botwood for a hands-on day of drawing, storytelling and style. Thom will share his creative journey and film/fashion portfolio, giving insights into how character concepts evolve from page to screen. The session combines demonstration, discussion and practical exercises.

You will work through pen-and-ink gesture and posture exercises, quick studies of people and imagined figures, and progress to developing your own film character illustrations. The day also includes fashion-illustration exercises that explore how clothing and silhouette help tell a character's story. The workshop is relaxed and suitable for all skill levels.

The event takes place in Beth's studio at Insole Court, Cardiff. All materials are provided and the workshop is described as an adult session, with GCSE and A-Level students very welcome. Expect practical guidance, portfolio insight and techniques you can use in creative coursework or personal projects.

Blake Morgan is a UK law firm offering a range of opportunities for students interested in exploring a legal career. The page brings together insight days and work experience across legal practice and legal operations, giving participants a chance to learn about the firm, meet lawyers and support staff, and see how different teams work together. The legal insight day is designed for students in Year 11 or beyond. Participants hear about legal career pathways, receive application and interview tips, complete a research activity, and speak to members of the legal team. A separate legal operations insight day focuses on roles that support the wider firm, including business services such as finance, IT, HR, marketing and compliance. Blake Morgan also offers legal work experience for undergraduates and graduates, with placements running over two weeks during the year. Students spend time in different practice groups doing research, drafting and other fee-earning tasks, while working closely with trainees, qualified lawyers and partners. A legal operations work experience week is also available, giving insight into support functions across the business. Travel and accommodation are not reimbursed for attendees.

Tune Supply’s online "Dance the Tune" workshop with Nic Gareiss explores the musical potential of percussive step dance. Through imitation, idiomatic ornaments, and extended techniques for shoe sounds and textures, participants learn how to shape rhythm lines that echo melody and create rhythmic counterpoint, while developing listening, responsiveness, and sonic awareness.

The workshop is designed for dancers and interested instrumentalists of all levels. It is taught by ear and recorded for registered students, so you can join live or catch up later. Participants should wear comfortable smooth-soled shoes with a low or no heel to get the most from the session.

Hearing the Archive is an online Tune Supply workshop led by Cleek Schrey that explores how contemporary traditional musicians can learn from historic audio and digitized field recordings. The session focuses on listening deeply to archival sound, identifying what counts as musical information, and translating older styles into present-day playing.

Participants will take part in shared listening, close analysis of specific historic performances, and practical discussion of the technical, technological, and aesthetic challenges of working with archive recordings. The workshop is designed for players of all melody instruments and all levels, and it is presented in a way that welcomes both new and experienced participants.

Attendees receive a curated roadmap of historic performances, a resource guide for finding online traditional music archives, and a framework for turning style, tone, and inflection from old recordings into usable ideas in their own music-making. Registered students also receive the class recording after the session, so they can revisit the material later.

This online Tune Supply workshop focuses on building strong tune sets for traditional music performance and session playing. Participants will explore how to construct consonant sets by paying attention to keys, moods, and the movement from one tune to the next, including both seamless and more dramatic transitions.

The session draws on historic sets as a template, but it is also highly practical and participant-led: learners will work with family favourites and ideas shared in the Zoom room. The workshop is suitable for all melody instruments, and accompanying players may also find useful material for their own playing.

The class is taught by ear and is open to all levels. Registered students receive the recording after the workshop, so it can be useful both for live participation and later review.

This workshop looks at the music of Pádraig O’Keeffe through his manuscript notation and the slides and polkas that have come down through the Sliabh Luachra tradition. It introduces the ideas behind his notation methods and how his bowing directives shape the rhythmic personality of these tune types. Participants will learn a number of tunes from the manuscripts while also gaining context about one of the most influential Irish traditional musicians of the twentieth century. The class combines ear learning with sheet music, and the recording is made available to registered students after the workshop.

This conversational workshop explores the elements that make a beautiful Irish slow air, with an emphasis on listening, discussion, and practical application. Although the class is based around whistle playing, the ideas and techniques are framed so they can be adapted to any musical instrument. Class participation is encouraged throughout, with time for shared reflection and musical exploration. The workshop is taught by ear and includes a recording for registered students, so it can be enjoyed live or revisited later.

This online Tune Supply workshop explores how to build tasteful variations into traditional Irish flute and whistle playing. The session focuses on why tunes often change subtly from one repeat to the next, and how players can use chord structure, rhythmic shifts, and melodic ideas to create variation that still feels authentic and musical.

The workshop goes further into the instrument-specific details that shape variation on flute and whistle, including octave jumps, breathing placement, and characteristic notes such as the hard D and bent C natural. Participants will also look at how these ideas can be applied to specific well-known traditional tunes, making the material practical and directly usable in performance or session settings.

The class is suitable for flute and whistle players at all levels, and it is taught in a combination of ear learning and sheet music support. Registered students receive the class recording immediately after the workshop, so it is designed to work both for live attendance and for later viewing.

This workshop focuses on effective chord shapes and progressions for Irish guitar playing in standard and drop-D tuning. The class is centred on building ease and fluidity in accompaniment, with an emphasis on supporting traditional Irish music and songs. The session is taught by ear and is designed for players who want practical tools they can use straight away in session or performance settings. A class recording is provided to registered students, making it suitable for both live attendance and later practice.