For key stage 4 students studying Maths, Design & Technology, Engineering at GCSE/ equivalent
24 June 2020, 10:30 – 11:30am
Due to the government and university advise re: Covid-19 this event will take place online.
Students are invited to take part in an online event with University of Leeds academics and current students. Dr Ana Heitor will deliver a live taster lecture introducing civil engineering and exploring careers before guiding students through an online interactive activity. Finally students will have the opportunity to take part in a live Q&A with undergraduate students studying engineering.
To book onto the event and speak to a member of the STEM Outreach team please contact Natalie Duffield-Moore
Find out what attendees of previous taster days had to say:
Please arrive at Parkinson Steps (LS2 9JT) at 9:30am to register. A member of staff will register your group and walk with you to The Faculty of Engineering to start at 9:45am.
All materials and resources will be provided meaning that you do not need to bring anything with you.
Lunch will be provided for all students and teachers free of charge.
Activity | Member of Staff |
Time |
Register at Parkinson steps | Outreach team |
9:30am |
Welcome & Introduction | Faculty of Engineering Pro Dean |
9:45am – 10:15am |
Practical session |
Mechanical Engineering Academic |
10:15am – 12:15pm |
Lunch | n/a |
12:15am – 12:45pm |
Taster Lecture | Mechanical Engineering Academic |
12:45pm – 13:15pm |
Student Q & A | Student Ambassadors |
13:15pm – 13:45pm |
Campus Tour | Student Ambassadors |
13:45pm – 14:30pm |
Evaluation | Outreach team |
2:30pm – 2:40pm |
Finish |
2:45pm |
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