Opportunities in and near Leeds

Film Wakefield: Networking Event is a free in-person networking night bringing together people connected to Wakefield’s growing screen sector. The event celebrates Film Wakefield’s first year and aims to create space for conversation, collaboration, and new opportunities across film, television, and digital storytelling. Attendees can expect industry speakers, panel discussions, a live jobs board, speed networking, a film screening zone, a live podcast recording, and stalls from film and TV organisations sharing pathways and advice. There will also be breakout spaces for pitching ideas, swapping contacts, and exploring possible collaborations. The event is aimed at filmmakers, producers, writers, directors, actors, crew members, students, emerging creatives, content creators, and local businesses with an interest in supporting productions. It is designed for anyone who works in screen industries, wants to get started, or simply wants to connect with the local creative community.

This academic conference explores the political legacy of Donald Trump and its impact on the United States over the past decade. It is designed to support A-Level US and Global Politics study, while remaining open to all students who want a deeper understanding of modern American politics. The day includes a series of expert-led sessions covering Trump’s election campaigns and voting behaviour, the remaking of the Republican Party, the role of the US Supreme Court, debates over American identity and democracy, and the effects of Trump’s tariff and trade policies. The conference links political theory to real-world case studies, making it useful for classroom learning, exam preparation, and wider political curiosity. The event takes place in Leeds and is delivered by a panel of experienced academics and political specialists. Students attending will hear from speakers with backgrounds in politics, history, foreign policy, and economics, offering a broad and high-level perspective on one of the most influential political figures of the twenty-first century.

This is a curriculum-linked video lecture from MASSOLIT presented by Dr Regine May (University of Leeds) as part of a short course on Petronius' Satyrica. The lecture introduces Petronius and his possible identification with Petronius Arbiter, discusses Tacitus' portrayal of Petronius, and outlines the circumstances of his death following the Pisonian conspiracy. The lecture situates the Satyrica as a unique, fragmentary Latin novel characterised by parody and satire and explores Petronius' playful engagement with high literature, especially Virgil’s Aeneid. Dr May contrasts the epic hero Aeneas with the comic anti-hero Encolpius and explains how these literary interactions shape the novel's tone and meaning. This video is produced for GCSE, A-Level and IB audiences and forms one of a sequence of lectures in the Petronius: Satyrica course, which examines characters (Encolpius, Trimalchio, Habinnas), themes (food and death), and individual episodes such as the Widow of Ephesus and the rivalry over Giton.

Leeds Trinity University Undergraduate Open Days invite prospective undergraduate students to experience life at Leeds Trinity and find out more about degree courses and university life. You can book your place on the next undergraduate open day via the Leeds Trinity University website. These events are aimed at students considering undergraduate study (typically Year 12 and Year 13 applicants).

Experience Northumbria University by visiting our Open Days in Newcastle or joining virtually. The events include course talks, campus tours, visits to Sports Central and the Students' Union, and opportunities to meet staff and current students so you can find out more about studying at Northumbria. The page lists a series of upcoming on-campus events with times: Postgraduate Open Day on 7th March (09:00-13:00), Postgraduate Lounge on 29th April (14:00-16:45) and 26th May (17:15-20:00), an Undergraduate Open Day on 26th June (09:00-15:00), and an Undergraduate & Postgraduate Open Day on 27th June (09:00-15:00). There is also an off-campus Next Stop Northumbria event in Leeds (The Queens Hotel) on 28th February (10:00-13:00). To attend, visitors are asked to book via the event booking link on the Open Days page. The site also notes the option to join virtually from anywhere in the world for those who cannot attend in person.

The University of Leeds Undergraduate Open Days are in-person campus events designed for prospective undergraduate students to explore the campus, meet staff and current students, and learn about courses, student support and finance. The page lists summer 2026 Open Day dates on Friday 12 June 2026 and Saturday 13 June 2026 and invites visitors to register their interest to be notified when bookings open. Attendees can expect subject talks and taster sessions led by academic staff, opportunities to ask subject specialists questions, campus tours, demonstrations, and an Information Fair covering admissions, finance and student support. The site also highlights recorded Open Day talks and online campus resources for those who cannot attend in person. The page also promotes the Leeds Futures outreach programme aimed at learners preparing to start university (for example students looking to start in 2027 and current Year 12 learners). Prospective students are encouraged to register their interest via the link provided on the page to receive booking information.

This short two-week online course, delivered by the University of Leeds on FutureLearn, introduces Vsevolod Meyerhold’s physical theatre technique of biomechanics and the biomechanical étude known as ‘The Slap’. Through a mixture of video, animation, discussion forums and practical exercises, learners study the historical and political context of Meyerhold’s work and practise repeatable physical exercises designed to develop balance, awareness and expression.

The course is presented as a taster for prospective undergraduate students and school/college learners, and is specifically designed to complement existing study in theatre, performance or related subjects. Activities include warm-ups, practical études such as the ‘shake and shake’ and ‘slap and return to neutral’, and a small production task (video, image or prose) that demonstrates understanding of the technique.

Learners join a global online classroom, contribute to discussions, complete weekly tasks and a concluding test. Complete 90% of course steps and all assessments to earn a certificate. No prior experience is necessary, but participants should be reasonably fit for light movement work.

This intensive five-day Music Production Summer School at ICMP introduces students to music production using Ableton Live or Logic Pro. Across hands-on daily software workshops you'll learn sampling, drum programming, arranging, mixing and mastering, and gain practical experience with the Ableton Push instrument. Sessions include guest masterclasses from industry professionals and collaborative ensemble work to develop original compositions. The course includes dedicated studio time at ICMP's recording facilities, where you'll practice recording techniques and produce a finished track with tutor support. The programme is suitable for beginners and intermediate learners alike; no previous software knowledge is required, though a strong interest in music is expected. Courses run at ICMP campuses across the UK (London, Leeds, Glasgow and Liverpool). Booking and enquiries are handled via the ICMP short courses site; fees vary by location and date.

A-Level Business Strong Foundations is an intensive one-day workshop from tutor2u for Year 13 AQA and Edexcel A-Level Business students. It is designed to strengthen exam technique and give students a confidence boost ahead of mocks, other Year 13 assessments, and their final exams.

The workshop is delivered in a cinema setting by experienced teacher and examiner presenters. Across four sessions, students work through the key skills needed for success, including knowledge and understanding, application, analysis, evaluation, balanced judgement, and the use of quantitative and qualitative data.

Participants receive a dedicated workshop booklet, access to supporting online resources through the attendee hub, and a one-time discount code for tutor2u printed resources. The day is intended to help students recap content, sharpen their responses, and develop stronger exam performance in A-Level Business.

tutor2u's Edexcel A-Level Economics Grade Booster is a full-day, in-person cinema workshop designed specifically for Year 13 students preparing for the Edexcel A-Level Economics (A) exams in 2026. Sessions are delivered by experienced tutor2u subject experts and focus on exam technique, quantitative skills, diagram use and effective evaluation. Each workshop comprises four fast-paced, interactive sessions and includes a comprehensive workshop booklet.

Attendees will receive practical guidance on what 'good application' looks like, approaches to short and extended questions (including 5m, 8m and 25m questions), building chains of reasoning, and strategies to avoid small errors that lower overall grades. Workshops are supported by a Grade Booster Online course and access to an attendee hub with additional downloadable resources.

Workshops run at multiple cinema venues across the UK in Spring 2026. The programme is suitable for individual students or group bookings and includes resources and online support intended to bolster revision up to the summer 2026 exams.

tutor2u's A-Level Economics Strong Foundations is a one-day student workshop for Year 13 learners preparing for their 2027 exams. Led by experienced teacher and examiner presenters, it focuses on consolidating the Year 12 micro and macro content that underpins more advanced Year 13 work, while also sharpening the exam technique students need to perform well under pressure.

Across four fast-paced cinema-based sessions, students revisit core topics such as elasticity, government intervention, macro objectives, indirect tax, subsidy, price controls, regulation, fiscal policy, monetary policy and supply-side policy. The final session brings everything together with calculation practice, diagram use, common misconceptions and command words, helping students avoid losing easy marks.

Each workshop is delivered in a modern multiplex cinema and includes a dedicated booklet, access to an attendee hub with downloadable resources, and a one-time discount code for tutor2u printed resources. The event is designed to be interactive, intensive and practical, making it a useful revision boost for students who want to strengthen foundations and build confidence ahead of exams.

Join the tutor2u subject experts for a full day of crucial exam technique and core topic revision specifically targeted at AQA A-Level Economics students preparing for the 2026 exams. The cinema workshop uses a large-screen format to deliver four fast-paced, interactive sessions focused on improving quantitative skills, diagram work and exam language.

Attendees receive a dedicated workshop booklet, enrolment on the supporting Grade Booster online course, access to an attendee hub with downloadable resources, and a one-time 40% discount code for tutor2u printed resources. The sessions cover practical exam technique including short calculation/data handling questions, maximising marks on extended diagram questions, building analytical chains, effective evaluation and writing strong judgements.

Workshops are delivered by experienced A-Level Economics teachers and examiners from tutor2u and include interactive activities, opportunities to apply techniques in practice, and additional online support from booking until the final exam.

Join the tutor2u subject experts for a full day of crucial exam technique and core topic revision, delivered on the big cinema screen. The Grade Booster cinema workshops focus on improving exam technique for AQA A-Level Sociology, with four fast-paced, interactive sessions and a comprehensive workshop booklet.

Sessions cover question decoding, using an item, planning essays, evaluation, analysis and application skills, and revision of key topics such as Education, Crime and Deviance, research methods and sociological theory. All cinema bookings are supported by the Grade Booster Online course and an attendee hub with downloadable resources to extend learning beyond the day.

Workshops are aimed at Year 13 students preparing for the 2026 AQA A-Level Sociology exams. The offering includes teacher-developed materials, experienced presenters and practical practice opportunities designed to boost exam performance and confidence.

AQA A-Level Sociology Strong Foundations is a cinema workshop designed to support Year 13 students preparing for their AQA exams. It offers a fast-paced day of revision led by experienced teacher and examiner presenters, with the aim of helping students strengthen their understanding and sharpen the way they answer exam questions.

The workshop is built around four sessions delivered on the big cinema screen. Students work through core exam skills such as application, analysis and evaluation, with a particular focus on sociological research methods, theory and perspectives. The final session returns to the topic of Education and includes knowledge-retrieval activities to consolidate learning.

Attendees also receive a dedicated workshop booklet, access to the supporting attendee hub with downloadable resources, and a one-time discount code for tutor2u printed resources. The event is delivered in a modern cinema setting and is intended to be both intensive and engaging.

This tutor2u cinema workshop is designed for Year 11 students preparing for AQA GCSE Geography. It offers a full day of focused revision and exam preparation, with the content delivered in a large cinema setting to create an engaging and memorable learning experience.

Across four fast-paced, interactive sessions, students work through essential exam technique and core topic revision. The workshop covers multiple-choice questions, command words, short-answer questions, higher-mark responses, data handling, fieldwork, and strategies for reaching the top levels on longer questions.

Participants receive a dedicated workshop booklet packed with useful advice, plus access to supporting online resources and an attendee hub. The package also includes a one-time discount code for tutor2u printed resources, giving students extra support as they continue their revision.

Smart Futures is a youth programme run by the EY Foundation that combines paid work experience, interactive employability skills training and mentoring for young people in Year 12 (England) or S5 (Scotland). The programme is run with employer partners and is designed to give participants practical insight into different industries and working environments while building transferable skills and confidence.

Participants take part in up to two weeks of employability training and workshops, receive a business mentor who supports them through the programme and beyond, and complete paid work experience placements during school holidays. Programmes are industry-specific in some locations (for example Business & Finance, Tech Futures, STEM Futures, Real Estate Futures, Data/Actuarial streams) but are suitable for young people unsure of their exact career path.

Smart Futures runs across many UK locations (including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Liverpool, Bradford, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Reading and Luton) with multiple term-time, February, Easter, spring and summer cohorts. Applications are via an online form and shortlisted applicants are invited to a short telephone interview.

tutor2u’s AQA A-Level Psychology Strong Foundations is a one-day student workshop designed to help Year 13 learners build confidence with the subject and sharpen their exam technique. It is delivered by experienced presenters, including teacher-examiners, and focuses on fast-paced revision in a cinema setting.

Across four sessions, students work on accuracy, specialist terminology, real-life application, debates, research methods, data handling, and the maths skills needed for success in A-Level Psychology. The workshop also includes a dedicated booklet, access to an attendee hub with extra resources, and a one-time discount code for tutor2u printed resources.

The event is offered at multiple cinema venues in Birmingham, London, Leeds, and Manchester as part of the Autumn 2026 workshop series. Bookings can be made for individuals or groups, making it suitable for schools looking for a focused enrichment and revision experience.

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.