From cyber security and mechanical engineering, to criminology and languages, your students can discover what university study is like, while revising their favourite subjects.
Our subject-specific events, workshops and activities will help them learn about university, and support you in meeting Gatsby Benchmark 4 and 7.
Nothing beats getting a feel for a course by joining us on campus at our taster days. Buzzing with purpose and possibility, it's a chance for your students to get closer to the subjects they love.
Keep an eye on this page for the latest updates and new events we will be hosting throughout the academic year.
Subject Tasters 2025/26
Nothing beats getting a feel for a course by joining us on campus at our taster days. Buzzing with purpose and possibility, it's a chance for your students to get closer to the subjects they love.
Architecture, Art and Design Taster Day: 11 March 2026
Year 12 students.
Explore Architecture, Fashion, Graphic Design, Illustration and Photography at our Creative Taster Day. Take part in hands-on workshops, use professional studios and see how real projects prepare you for life at university.
Explore Architecture, Fashion, Graphic Design, Illustration and Photography at our Creative Taster Day. Take part in hands-on workshops, use professional studios and see how real projects prepare you for life at university.
Geography and Environmental Taster Day: 11 March 2026
Year 12 & 13 students.
Your class will explore Geography and Environmental Science as they look towards tackling climate and preserving Earth's natural resources.
Your class will explore Geography and Environmental Science as they look towards tackling climate and preserving Earth's natural resources.
Languages Taster Day: 12 March 2026
Year 11 and 12 students.
Your students will be able to fully immerse themselves in languages and see languages in action.
Your students will be able to fully immerse themselves in languages and see languages in action.
Sport and Exercise Science Taster Day: 17 March 2026
Year 12 & 13 students.
Your students will learn to apply scientific principles to help athletes to perform at their best with sessions including Biomechanics, Sport Psychology, Physiology and Sport Event Management.
Your students will learn to apply scientific principles to help athletes to perform at their best with sessions including Biomechanics, Sport Psychology, Physiology and Sport Event Management.
English, Creative Writing & Journalism Taster Day: 18 March 2026
Year 12 students.
Passionate about words, stories, and the power of communication? Whether you’re drawn to English, Creative Writing, or Journalism, this is your chance to explore the exciting world of language and storytelling.
Passionate about words, stories, and the power of communication? Whether you’re drawn to English, Creative Writing, or Journalism, this is your chance to explore the exciting world of language and storytelling.
Marketing Taster Day: 19 March 2026
Get a real taste of university life at our Marketing Taster Day for Year 12 students. Take part in interactive workshops led by expert academics and explore how brands grow online and influence audiences. Whether you’re interested in marketing, fashion or digital media, discover what studying a marketing degree with us could look like.
Computing Taster Day: 25 March 2026
Year 12 & 13 students.
Your students will explore activities, from preventing phishing attacks to coding with lasers – while gaining hands-on experience in our laboratories.
Your students will explore activities, from preventing phishing attacks to coding with lasers – while gaining hands-on experience in our laboratories.
Engineering Taster Day: 13 May 2026
Year 12 & 13 students.
Our Engineering Taster will put your students in the heart of laboratories that will see them balance gliders in a wind tunnel and quiz our lecturers on studying at degree level.
Our Engineering Taster will put your students in the heart of laboratories that will see them balance gliders in a wind tunnel and quiz our lecturers on studying at degree level.
History, Politics and International Relations Taster Morning: 20 May 2026
Year 12 & 13 students.
Your class will dive into the world of global studies and explore what makes these subjects so exciting. Students will get to tailor their experience by picking sessions based on what they're most interested in.
Your class will dive into the world of global studies and explore what makes these subjects so exciting. Students will get to tailor their experience by picking sessions based on what they're most interested in.
Maths and Physics Taster Day: 17 June 2026
Year 12 & 13 students.
Do your students enjoy problem solving and working with equations? They'll get to choose between Maths and Physics as they take a look at answers to the big questions...
Do your students enjoy problem solving and working with equations? They'll get to choose between Maths and Physics as they take a look at answers to the big questions...
Share our subject webinars with students
Designed to help your students learn about studying a subject they're interested in – they'll get the inside scoop on what the course involves and how to apply.
Share a link with them to register now – we'll send them a reminder just before the event starts. They'll also get a recording after to help with revision.
Criminology: Inside the Courtroom - Webinar
3 March 2026, 16:00-17:00 - Join us to explore how Probation helps courts make sentencing decisions.
Becoming a Lawyer: The Degree Route - Webinar
12 March 2026, 16:00-17:00 - Thinking about a future in law? Join us to explore the degree route to becoming a solicitor, barrister, or CiLEX lawyer. We’ll showcase the law courses at the University of 1024ºË¹¤³§ and explain why studying with us could be the first step towards your legal career.
Step Into Teaching - Webinar
17 March 2026, 17:00-18:00 - Join us virtually to learn more about our teacher training courses and how they can help you succeed. Whether you're interested in Primary, Secondary, or Further Education, our teacher training courses cover a wide range of subjects.
World Social Work Day - Webinar
17 March 2026 - 16:00-17:00 - Join us virtually as we celebrate the power of social work to connect generations, promote wellbeing, and build inclusive communities. We’ll spotlight the real-world impact of student placements, showcasing how University of 1024ºË¹¤³§ students contribute to intergenerational care, advocacy, and support across diverse settings.
Money Matters: Your Future in Accounting & Finance - Webinar
19 March 2026 - 16:00-17:00 - Join this session as we introduce the subject, explore what it's all about and why it plays a vital role in today’s world. Glimpse into life as a university student - from our hands-on real world approach to teaching and assessments to internships, study abroad, and your future career paths.
Female offenders: Witches, poisoners and enchantresses? - Webinar
23 March 2026, 17:00-18:00 - Join us online to explore the portrayals of female offenders before the emergence of criminology, in early criminological thought, and beyond.
Beyond the Buzzwords: What Studying Business Really Looks Like - Webinar
26 March 2026, 17:00-18:00 - Are you interested in how organisations work, how decisions are made, and how to lead change in a fast-moving world? Join us to get a taste of what it’s like to study Business and Management with us – and where it can take you.
Where do our political views come from? - Webinar
26 March 2026, 16:00-17:00 - Join this interactive session to explore the main influences on the opinions that we have about the world, and how this shapes our political behaviour.
History of US foreign policy - Webinar
29 April 2026, 16:00-17:00 - Join us to examine the basis of American foreign policy ideology in the nineteenth century and how this shaped its worldview in the twentieth century with two world wars.
Book a subject talk at your school or college
Our academics can deliver subject specific talks, events and workshops to you throughout the academic year. We're able to deliver these in-person at your school or college or virtually, and adapt them to support your curriculum.
Contact us
We’ll be updating this page regularly over term. To discuss any of our events or make a booking, please get in touch.
Email: schoolsandcolleges@port.ac.uk
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