Events

Interactive business taster: how do companies balance profits with social responsibility?

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In this webinar, you’ll discover how purpose-driven businesses use corporate social responsibility (CSR) to tackle real-world challenges. With guidance from the University of Brighton, you’ll explore brand case studies, debate ethical dilemmas, and share your opinions in this interactive session. Get a taste of what studying business at university is like, and see if it’s right for you.

Parents and caregivers session: student finance

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Part of event series: Student Money Week

Are you concerned about your child affording their studies, and how student finance works at UK universities? Hear from university experts about student loans, the differences between bursaries and scholarships, and who is eligible for support. The session will also cover how the repayment of student loans works after graduation, key timelines to expect, and help you gain a better understanding of the student finance system.

Humanities taster: studying culture, technology and society today

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What does studying the humanities look like in the 21st century? In this session with IE University, you’ll explore how subjects like history and philosophy connect with technology and management. Learn about interdisciplinary study in Madrid and Segovia, and discover the IE Museum Competition, where you can design your own museum to win 20% off your tuition fees!

Student fees and funding at university

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Part of event series: Student Money Week

Not sure how student fees and finance works? Join this webinar to find out more about the fees and loans when studying at university in the UK. Hear from universities to discover more information about what loans and bursaries are available to help fund your studies, and what the differences are between the two, and find out more about scholarships, what they are and how to find them.

Student budgeting at university

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Part of event series: Student Money Week

A lot of students worry about how they will afford university with a restricted budget. Join this webinar to find out about the costs you need to consider whilst at university, additional support and sources of income whilst studying, and hear from a current student who will share their hints and tips when budgeting.

Shaping the future: inspiring women in STEM

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Join us for this special webinar celebrating International Women’s Day 2026! Hear from three inspiring women who are working in STEM fields from The British Army, Met Office and Environment Agency. Find out more about their roles, what a typical day looks like, and what advice they’d give you to begin your own inspiring career in STEM.

Cracking the case: how digital forensics solves modern crimes

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Around 90% of crimes now involve digital evidence, making digital forensics vital to modern investigations. In this session with Teesside University, you’ll explore how digital evidence is found, analysed, and used – and why it matters. If you’ve considered a career in technology, law, or the police, a digital forensics degree could be the course for you.

Careers session: become an energy engineer with £27,000 funding

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Energy drives the global economy, and as an energy engineer, you could make a real difference. You could be tackling sustainable challenges, from coming up with clean energy and hydrogen technology solutions, to creating climate-positive industrial innovations. Join Teesside University to learn more about this in-demand career in a fast-growing sector – and how you can apply for a £27,000 scholarship to fund your university studies.

Finance taster: why smart people make bad financial decisions

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Why do people make irrational choices when money’s involved? This session with the University of Manchester will look at the psychological biases that influence decisions about money, risk, and uncertainty. Through real-world examples, you’ll see how these behaviours play out in businesses and financial markets. Discover why human decision-making sits at the heart of finance and economics.

Earth and environmental science taster: tackling global methane emissions

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How do scientists measure and reduce methane emissions around the world? In this masterclass with the University of Manchester, Professor Grant Allen explores why methane matters for climate change and how researchers track it from the ground and the air. Discover how earth and environmental scientists investigate global challenges using cutting-edge technology, and turn data into action.

Biosciences taster: the good, the bad and the bugly - how microbes shape life

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Have you ever wondered how the smallest organisms can have the biggest impact? From microbes that help make food and medicine to pathogens that cause disease, microorganisms are everywhere. Join Teesside University to uncover the surprising roles of microbes in health, industry, and the environment, and learn how biologists use them alongside genetics, ecology, and biotechnology to tackle global challenges.

Law taster: when does volunteering become employment?

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Does a volunteer count as an employee in the eyes of the law? Join Dr Mitch Skilling from the University of Aberdeen to explore a recent court case that challenged ideas about work experience and employment status. You’ll examine what the law says, why the ruling matters, and what it could mean for volunteers, interns, and organisations.

Food science and nutrition taster: mythbusting your food

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Dive into the fascinating world of nutrition and food science in this session with Teesside University to uncover the truth behind common food myths. From ‘is sugar really toxic?’ to ‘do superfoods exist?’, we’ll separate fact from fiction using scientific evidence. If you’ve considered studying sciences at university, come along to get a taste of studying food and nutrition!

Crime and justice: how do criminology and law connect?

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Have you ever wondered how criminology and the law influence each other? In this session with City St George’s, University of London, you’ll explore how criminological theories shape legal reform and how the law in turn impacts people’s lives. Discover how these subjects work together, and why an interdisciplinary approach offers new ways to understand society. Ideal for students interested in going beyond a single degree in criminology or sociology.

Literature in the digital age: have the internet and AI changed the way we read and tell stories?

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How are the internet and AI reshaping literature today? In this session with Professor Angus Nicholls from Queen Mary University of London, you’ll explore how digital media is transforming literature. We'll look at literary adaptations on platforms like Netflix and Amazon, fanfiction communities, and AI-generated writing, and consider how technology is transforming what literature is today. Ideal for students interested in the interaction between literature and digital media.

Careers session: learn more about how chiropractors look after people's bodies

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Explore the science behind movement and how musculoskeletal (MSK) professionals help people to prevent injury and stay active throughout life. In this session with Teesside University, you’ll discover how evidence-based practice supports both physical and mental wellbeing, and how chiropractors use science to understand and treat the body. If you’re interested in health, sport or science, join us to explore a future career focused on helping people live healthier, more active lives.

Civil and environmental engineering taster: could drainage be the most beautiful part of our cities?

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Civil engineering isn’t just about buildings and bridges – it’s a powerful driver of social and environmental change. Join Dr Simon De-Ville from the University of Liverpool as he shows how studying civil, architectural, and structural engineering can help you to reimagine cities and communities, shake up the status quo, and yes…even make drains exciting!

Theatre and film taster: the story of the Notting Hill Carnival

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Explore the history and meaning of the Notting Hill Carnival through theatre and film. In this session with Queen Mary University of London, you’ll look at performance, costume, dance, and storytelling to uncover the carnival’s rich global roots. Discover how themes of migration, colonial trade, identity, and race connect the Caribbean and London, and see how the creative arts help us understand culture and community.

Parents and caregivers session: choosing university courses and institutions

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Designed for parents and caregivers, this session will give a balanced introduction to higher education decision-making. With guidance from Lancaster University, we’ll look at how to evaluate courses and universities, including reputation and the Russell Group, employability outcomes, course content, and teaching styles. You’ll come away with more knowledge and confidence to support your young person to make informed, realistic choices.

University Subject Discovery Fair

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From finance to nursing, law to creative arts, and engineering to teaching the Subject Discovery Fair is a great opportunity to find out all about studying at university and get all your questions answered by the experts. Join over 30 universities from across the UK to speak to their representatives via Q&A, and attend live sessions delivered by university academics to get an insight into the exciting subjects and trending topics you could be studying at university!

Who’s at fault? Put yourself in a lawyer’s shoes

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What happens when someone gets injured in an accident at work, property gets damaged, or a dispute ends up in court? Join Brighton Law School for an interactive tort law taster session where you’ll have to think like a lawyer to debate legal dilemmas. Discover how courts solve everyday problems, develop your confidence, and get a taste of what studying law at university is really like.

Interactive session: thinking about AI like a linguist

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Large Language Models like ChatGPT are incredible language machines. They sound human... but they aren't human. In this interactive session with the University of Warwick, we'll explore why and when that matters. How do people and software differ in the ways they use and process language, and what does that mean for you? We'll be exploring real-world research into the language of AI to learn how linguists are leading the way in understanding these new – and sometimes dangerous – language tools.

Bad people or bad luck? Psychology, law and the truth about crime

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In this interactive session with Northeastern University London, you’ll explore how psychology and law come together in criminology. Through real-world examples and live polls, we’ll discuss key ideas like attribution bias and the just-world hypothesis, alongside legal concepts of responsibility and culpability. You’ll discover how different disciplines explain crime, and how criminology bridges behaviour and justice.

From solving puzzles to machines that learn: how did AI evolve?

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Join this session with the University of Warwick for a fun tour through the history of AI. You’ll discover how early artificial intelligence systems were designed to solve puzzles and play simple games, and how these ideas evolved into today’s systems that can learn from data, recognise patterns, and make decisions. Along the way, you’ll see exciting examples of AI in everyday life. This session is perfect for anyone curious about AI and how it’s become a major part of the modern world.

From witchcraft to science: the making of modern pharmacology

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How did medicine move from myths and remedies to modern science? Join the University of Aberdeen to explore how pharmacology evolved using real disease case studies, including infectious disease, pain, and mental illness. Uncover surprising early treatments like leeches and urine, and learn about accidental discoveries like willow bark (aspirin) and opium poppy (morphine). Join us to see how science transformed medicine into the evidence-based discipline we rely on today.

Electrical engineering taster: why do planes vanish?

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Think electrical engineering is just wires, circuits, and maths? Think again. Join Professor Simon Maskell from the University of Liverpool as he shows how curiosity, creativity, and a love of computers led to an unexpected career in electrical engineering – from modelling the coronavirus R number to searching for the missing flight MH370.

Explore studying business, marketing, and tech degrees built for international career success

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Thinking about studying business management, marketing, applied computer science, or AI? Join this webinar with UCLL to explore their affordable programmes taught in the vibrant student city of Leuven, Belgium (and the unique European track in business management). With a UCLL professional bachelor’s degree you’ll gain real skills, hands-on experience, and a strong start to an international career through projects, internships, and industry collaboration.

How to prepare for exams and tests

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Exams and tests can be daunting, but effective revision can help cure some exam nerves and set you up for success! Join this webinar to hear some top tips from university experts, a current university student, and a member of the team at Unifrog about how to balance your revision and rest time, and how to excel in the upcoming exam and test season.

Biomedical science taster: from challenges to breakthroughs

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How do scientists turn big challenges into life-saving treatments? In this interactive session with the University of Lincoln, you’ll discover how researchers make biomedical breakthroughs. You’ll explore new research, from AI in healthcare and tackling obesity, to advances in transplant therapies and stem cell technologies. Come along to find out how innovation happens, discuss if we can deliver these innovations ethically, and see if biomedical science could be the degree subject for you!

Likes, loops and dopamine hits: the neuroscience behind persuasive technology

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Why do some apps feel impossible to put down? In this taster session with Northumbria University, we’ll explore the neuroscience behind persuasive technology, from dopamine rewards to habit-forming design. Discover how social media, notifications, and endless scrolling tap into the brain’s learning systems, and what this means for our behaviour, attention, and wellbeing.

Product design engineering taster: do designers also need to be philosophers?

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Where do the ideas for new products come from? How is philosophy similar to design? And how can designers use philosophy to see what is truly good for us, rather than what is useful? Join lecturer Fazil Akin from the University of Liverpool to explore the relationship between humans and technology in the world of AI-made music, self-driving cars, and swarm drones.

Medicine taster: how doctors use digital imaging to see inside bodies

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How do doctors and scientists study parts of the body too small to see? In this session, Dr John Chilton from the University of Plymouth will show you how visualisation tools are transforming medical education. You’ll discover how digital imaging and 3D models help doctors understand structures from whole organs to cells, proteins to drugs, and how new technologies are changing the way medicine is taught.

Unifrog for Europe - top tips from Caxton College, Spain

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Exclusively for schools in Europe! In this webinar, we’ll cover how to make the most out of Unifrog in your region. We'll take you through key student-facing tools, resources for delivering a comprehensive university and careers curriculum, and ideas for embedding the platform within your school. Join Rob from Unifrog and Caxton College, Spain, as they share tips on using the platform to support your students in finding the best next step for them.

Unifrog Teacher and Advisor Conference - London 2026

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This event has now sold out - sign up to join the waitlist! Hear the latest advice on careers provision via live sessions and panel discussions, and gain exclusive insights from Unifrog and other experts in the industry on how best to support your students. This event is sponsored by Bournemouth University and The British Army.

Unifrog Teacher and Advisor Conference - Birmingham 2026

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This event has now sold out - sign up to join the waitlist! Hear the latest advice on careers provision via live sessions and panel discussions, and gain exclusive insights from Unifrog and other experts in the industry on how best to support your students. This event is sponsored by Liverpool John Moores University and RSM.