The purpose of the Work Experience Week is to learn what it’s like to work in an academic, research-based university through a series of workshops, lab sessions and a project where you will be working alongside other pupils with similar interests in physics and astronomy. This is your chance to explore fascinating Physics topics, meet...
Schools can bring A-level Physics students to our First Year Teaching Labs to carry out a practical experiment using an oscilloscope.
A day at the University of Leeds where students experience a range of mathematical activities with an optional tour of the campus and talk about studying mathematics at university. The day culminates with the W. P. Milne lecture in celebration of a former Professor of Mathematics who joined the University in 1919.
For Post-16 students in year 12- or first-year studying Maths, Physics and/ Computer Science at A-Level or equivalent. Students to book individually and attend without a teacher. A one-day event in which teams will compete against each other to solve current real-world problems using technology. You will have the opportunity to meet current undergraduate students studying Computer Science and be introduced to world class research related to AI...
Targeted at Year 12 students, the Life Sciences Taster Day is an immersive campus experience for individuals who are interested in (or undecided between) studying Biosciences, Medicine, and Healthcare programmes at university. Students participating in this event will be able to explore the differences between key disciplines such as Neuroscience and Psychology, and Pharmacy and...
This lecture is open to everyone, especially school groups and members of the public. Massive Stars and Where to Find Them Massive Stars are the giants of the cosmos: rare, brilliant, and short-lived. They burn their fuel millions of times faster than our Sun, sculpt galaxies with their winds and explosions, and forge the elements...
Targeted at year 12s studying Maths, Chemistry &/ Physics, students are invited to visit the University of Leeds independently to experience life as an undergraduate for one day (not open to school groups). You will be introduced to Chemistry & Chemical Engineering courses taught at the University of Leeds, take part in practical activities in...
Explore the future of space and science with the Royal Institution's CHRISTMAS LECTURES. This free, one-day event invites A-level students (Years 12–13) to learn, discuss, and critically examine the topic of this year’s CHRISTMAS LECTURES, sponsored by CGI. The 2025 lectures, presented by Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, will explore the extraordinary breakthroughs that have revolutionised our understanding of the...
A half-day event for year 12 students with an interest in studying Computer Science at university. Available between October 2025 to March 2026 at a date and time of your choice. This is for Year 12 students only, maximum 35 students p/visit. A KS5 Enhanced Campus Visit includes: Welcome Talk Practical activity Tour of the...
Practical, hands-on work experience placements for Year 12 students hosted by STEM professionals. Placements connect students to experts working at the cutting edge of research and innovation.