Taster day opportunities

Join Sussex Wildlife Trust for a free outdoor taster day at Cooden Beach, designed for young people aged 16-19 who are interested in nature, wildlife and green career pathways. The session includes rockpooling, exploring coastal ecology, getting creative, relaxing on the beach and sharing a picnic together in an informal, hands-on setting. The day is part of a wider series of youth opportunities that introduce participants to practical conservation activities and the kinds of experiences they could have on a future coastal and woodland course. It is intended to help young people shape upcoming activities through their own experiences and ideas, while also discovering more about local wildlife and ways to support the coast. The event is in person and starts at Cooden Beach Station before walking to the beach site. Sussex Wildlife Trust provides equipment, a first aider, travel support if needed and food, including a picnic lunch. Participants should wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes, and bring a water bottle and any personal items they need to carry with them.

Discover what it is like to study Accounting and Finance at the University of Gloucestershire through a hands-on taster day on campus. The event is designed to give students an authentic feel for university-level learning in a subject area linked to accounting, finance, and the wider business world. Throughout the day, participants take part in interactive taster sessions that explore key areas of accounting and finance. The sessions are intended to help students understand how financial decisions affect organisations, and to build awareness of the kinds of skills and knowledge needed for a career in the sector. Students will also have the chance to meet current university students and hear about their experiences, making the day useful for asking questions about university study and student life. It is a good opportunity for Year 12 and Year 13 students to explore their options and see where an Accounting and Finance degree could lead.

Explore a range of taster workshops linked to the University of Sunderland’s Media and Journalism courses. The day is designed to give prospective students a practical introduction to what studying in this area can look like, with activities that connect course content to real creative and media careers. Participants will get to experience the facilities used by current students and take part in four workshops: a journalism escape room, a podcasting session, a TV studio experience, and a creative game-writing activity. Each session gives students a chance to try different skills, from verifying sources and presenting on camera to planning, recording, editing, and storytelling. The event is aimed at Year 12/13 students and can be booked by school groups or individuals. It offers a hands-on way to explore university study in media and journalism while learning how the courses link to different career paths.

Join the University of Gloucestershire for a Music and Media Taster Day at Park Campus in Cheltenham. This outreach event is designed to give sixth form students a feel for studying media and communications at university, with a focus on creative pathways and practical learning. Participants will take part in interactive taster sessions across a range of courses, including journalism, animation and sound production. The day also includes a chance to see industry-standard facilities and meet current students, helping attendees understand what study and student life in these creative areas might be like. The event is aimed at students exploring higher education options and considering careers in media, communications and related creative industries. It offers a hands-on introduction to the subject area and a useful opportunity to ask questions and learn more about next steps.

Creative Connections Festival is an outreach event from the University of Gloucestershire designed to give students a first-hand look at creative study and career pathways. It brings together industry experts, alumni and current students so attendees can hear about the range of opportunities available in creative fields such as film production, animation, journalism, photography and games programming. Students can explore the university’s facilities, meet current creative students and take part in practical taster sessions across a range of course areas. The event is aimed at Year 12/13 students or equivalent, and is suitable for both school and college groups as well as individual bookings. The event is a useful chance to experience campus life at Park Campus in Cheltenham and to get a sense of what studying a creative subject at university could involve. It also meets Gatsby Benchmark 5, making it especially relevant for careers guidance and provider encounters.

Experience Maths and Physics is an in-person outreach event from Queen's University Belfast designed to give AS Level students a taste of what studying maths and physics is like beyond school. It is aimed at students who want to explore these subjects in more depth and hear from university staff about the kind of teaching, research and practical work involved. There are separate Physics and Maths schedules, and the university notes that each event is the same each day, so students only need to attend once. The Physics day includes a welcome, a research talk, lab tours, lunch, an introduction to a practical session, hands-on activity and a closing session. The Maths day includes welcome, interactive sessions, lunch, refreshments and a final wrap-up. Lunch and refreshments are provided, and registration is due to open in Spring 2027, with students able to email the outreach team to be notified when it opens.

London Anthropology Day is an annual free university taster day organised by the Royal Anthropological Institute. It is designed for Year 12, Year 13 and FE students, as well as students thinking about a Master's degree, and also welcomes careers advisers, teachers and parents. The event offers a chance to explore anthropology as a subject and to understand what studying it at university can be like. Attendees can try out lectures and workshops, speak with lecturers and professors, and hear directly from students about their experiences. The day also highlights the wider opportunities that anthropology can open up, including academic study and careers shaped by anthropological knowledge and research. The programme includes taster workshops led by universities, stalls where visitors can talk to staff and current students, and careers panels featuring professionals working in anthropology-related fields. It is aimed at anyone who wants to learn more about the subject, university life, and possible future pathways in the discipline.

The Bath Language Show is a free, campus-based taster event at the University of Bath for Year 12 and Year 13 students interested in languages at university. It is designed to give prospective applicants a lively introduction to studying languages and to show how language learning connects with culture, creativity and global citizenship. Across the day, attendees can take part in interactive workshops, taster sessions and live performances. The programme explores languages through literary texts, visual art, music, popular culture and social media, and includes beginner language classes using games and drama. Students will also hear about how artificial intelligence is changing language learning and widening the possibilities for future study. A key feature of the event is the Careers with Languages panel, where University of Bath graduates share their career journeys and explain how a modern languages degree can lead to opportunities across Europe and around the world. Students can also meet academics and current students, discover the language programmes offered at Bath, and get a feel for the university community.

Fitzwilliam College is hosting a Medicine Taster Day for students who are thinking about studying Medicine at university. The event offers a chance to visit the college, hear from current students and staff, and get a feel for life at Cambridge. Sessions will include guidance on applying to Medicine courses, an introduction to the Cambridge Medicine course, and taster sessions exploring different aspects of Medicine. Participants will also hear from the Sciences Admissions Tutor and the Pre-Clinical Medicine Director of Studies, Dr. Robert Abayasekara, making this a useful opportunity for prospective applicants who want to learn more about both the subject and the admissions process.

The University of Birmingham Year 12 and Year 13 Discovery Day is designed to give students a first-hand experience of university study. The event includes interactive subject taster sessions, opportunities to meet current students, and an optional campus tour, helping students explore what life at a leading research-intensive university is like. Students can choose from a wide range of sessions across the arts, humanities, social sciences, engineering, science, medicine and health. The day is intended for students who already have a clear idea of what they want to study, as well as those still considering their options, and aims to support informed choices about higher education and next steps after sixth form. Teachers and advisers register their students through the online booking form, which also allows them to reserve places, select preferred subject sessions, and request the campus tour or accessibility support. Subject taster allocations are first come, first served, and bookings close on Friday 11 September 2026.

St John's College's Veterinary Medicine Taster Day is a one-day programme on Saturday 12 September 2026 that gives academically high-achieving sixth-formers a taste of what it is like to study Veterinary Medicine as an undergraduate at Cambridge. It is designed to help prospective applicants understand the subject, the university environment, and the kind of academic experience they can expect. The event is aimed at exceptional students at the end of Year 12 in England and Wales, S5 in Scotland, or Y13 in Northern Ireland. It is especially relevant for students who are considering applying to Cambridge in 2026 and want to explore whether Veterinary Medicine is the right fit before the 15 October application deadline.

Join the University of Birmingham for a Biomedical Science Taster Day designed to give Year 13 students a hands-on insight into studying biomedical science. The day includes practical laboratory activities where you can try real biomedical techniques, an interactive workshop explaining how biomedical scientists investigate disease and develop treatments, and opportunities to meet researchers and current students. Participants will also take a campus tour to get a feel for university life and explore facilities at the Medical School, and there will be admissions sessions to answer questions about courses, entry routes and careers in biomedical science. The event is held on the University of Birmingham Edgbaston campus and is aimed at those considering a Biomedical Science degree.

Christ's College English Taster Day is an on-campus event for prospective undergraduate students, featuring academic taster sessions led by Christ's College Fellows in English. Attendees can expect subject-focused teaching that showcases College-style seminars and the kinds of texts and discussion typical of Cambridge English courses. The day also provides opportunities to meet and ask questions of current English undergraduates and admissions staff. This annual event will take place in March 2027 and is open to students who will be in Year 12 (England/Wales), Year 13 (Northern Ireland) or S5 (Scotland) in March 2027. The event is hosted at Christ's College, Cambridge.

Education in Action's GCSE Maths in Action is a one-day, in-person enrichment event for KS4 students that brings maths to life through high-energy, interactive sessions and talks. Students will take part in five interactive sessions including talks on real-world applications of mathematics, exam-success strategies, and engaging topics such as the maths behind video games and fractals. Sessions feature live polls, quizzes and audience participation to deepen understanding of key GCSE topics and inspire interest in mathematics. Hosted by Dr Matt Pritchard with an Exam Success session by Dr Jamie Frost and speakers including Vanessa Madu and Dr Tom Crawford, the day is designed for school groups and teachers looking to motivate and support Year 10 and Year 11 students. Booking information and updates are available via the Education in Action website.

Join the University of Gloucestershire for an immersive Health and Social Care careers day designed for Year 12 and Year 13 students (or equivalent). The event introduces Occupational Therapy pathways and includes a careers carousel with employers from a variety of healthcare settings, giving students direct insight into different roles across the sector. Participants will tour the university's immersive health and social care facilities, meet current students, and take part in a 45-minute workshop delivered by academic experts. Workshops and activities cover areas such as nursing, paramedic science, radiography, social work, physiotherapy and more, offering practical, hands-on experience and realistic simulation learning. Please note some practical sessions are medical in nature and may use simulation manikins/models; students should be comfortable with this. To register interest, complete the short online form on the event page; organisers will then contact you to confirm places.

Join the University of Gloucestershire for a Cyber and Computing Taster Day designed to introduce Year 12 and Year 13 students (or equivalent) to the digital world and the role of technology in society. The event explores how computing and cyber security go beyond coding to include creativity, problem-solving and protecting information. Academic staff will lead sessions that explain the big ideas behind computing and cyber security and demonstrate how digital tools can be used to tackle real-world problems. During the day you will take part in interactive activities and discussions that show how technology connects people and the challenges involved in keeping information safe. The programme is aimed at students considering higher education or careers in computing, cyber security and related digital fields, and will help you see the broad opportunities available in a connected world. For more information, contact the university via email provided on the event page.

This in-person taster day gives Year 12 students an opportunity to experience curricula and teaching in UCL's Science and Technology Studies (STS) Department. Attendees will engage with current staff and students and hear about pathways available after sixth form, with a focus on the history, philosophy and sociology of science. Throughout the day students will participate in interactive sessions including teaching workshops, lectures, campus tours and an alumni careers panel designed to provide both a stimulating and informative experience. The event is especially suitable for students who enjoy science subjects but are interested in non-practical, critical or historical approaches to science. The event is free but ticketed and places are limited. Location and the full schedule of activities will be posted in early autumn 2026. For more information or queries about registration, contact sts@ucl.ac.uk.

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is running Operating Department Practice Taster Days for people interested in the role of an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) and in studying the related undergraduate degree. The sessions give attendees the chance to explore the surgical environment, learn about the profession and the degree, and hear directly from course lecturers and current students about study and placement opportunities. Activities include opportunities to speak with academics and students, explore the ODP role in more detail, receive information about course content and clinical placements, and obtain practical tips on applying to the degree, including interview preparation. The taster days are presented as online events linked to ARU's Cambridge and Chelmsford campuses. Places must be booked in advance via ARU's booking form. The page lists specific upcoming dates for the Cambridge and Chelmsford taster days with times given as 09:30-15:00 (local time). These sessions are aimed at prospective undergraduate applicants considering the Operating Department Practice degree.

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) runs virtual Medicine Taster Days for prospective MBChB Medicine applicants. The sessions introduce the MBChB programme at ARU Chelmsford and provide information about the degree structure, clinical placements and what to expect from a medical degree. Participants can speak with a course lecturer and current medical students, explore the role of doctors and career pathways, and gain an insight into the day-to-day life of a medical student. The taster day also includes advice on applying to medicine, including interview preparation and UCAT-focused content. Bookings are required via the ARU online booking form. The programme is delivered online so attendees can join remotely and ask questions throughout the session.

Wrexham University Discovery Days are subject-specific events that let school and college students experience what it’s like to study particular courses at the university. Attendees meet lecturers and student ambassadors and take part in interactive, course-related activities to gain hands-on insight into potential degree programmes. Upcoming sessions cover a range of subjects (for example sport, criminology/law/policing/forensics, health-related practice and animal science) and are held on campus. Each Discovery Day runs as a day event with set start and finish times; some sessions have booking links while others are sold out or have dates to be arranged for future cohorts. If schools or colleges want a tailored one-off visit, Wrexham University offers Taster Days that can be organised to match a group’s interests. For booking and enquiries, contact Recruitment@wrexham.ac.uk or use the 'Book Now' links listed for individual events.