Events

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.

Let’s explore: doing a degree, sustainably

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Part of event series: Broadening horizons: let's explore

Join this webinar to explore degrees that tackle climate change and global environmental challenges. Discover what it’s like to study at a sustainable university and learn about research helping to protect our planet. Find out how your degree could give you the knowledge and skills to make a real difference for the future.

Let’s explore: alternative courses to medicine

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Part of event series: Broadening horizons: let's explore

Are you considering studying medicine at university but not sure if it is the right path for you? This webinar explores alternative degrees that can lead to rewarding roles in health and science. Learn more about studying biomedical science, pharmacy, and medical sciences, what these courses involve, and the exciting careers they can lead to.

Let’s explore: degrees that get you career ready

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Part of event series: Broadening horizons: let's explore

Do you want to choose a degree that works for your future goals? Join this webinar to find out how to choose a degree that matches your career aims and what you need to consider. University experts will discuss how real world experience whilst studying can help set you up for the world of work, and how you can build the skills employers are seeking whilst studying at university.

Parents and caregivers session: what else is out there? Post-18 options you might not have considered

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Part of event series: Broadening horizons: let's explore

Join our webinar to find out more about alternative post-18 options after school or college. Discover more about what apprenticeships involve and how to find them, degree options that don’t rely on traditional exams, and university courses offering global experience. Equip yourself with knowledge to support making informed choices, and uncover exciting opportunities for a future beyond school.

Studying medicine internationally

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Interested in becoming a qualified doctor? Join three universities from across the globe to learn about applying to study medicine, daily life as a medical student, and the career opportunities an MD degree can lead to. European University Cyprus, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University Milan and Texila American University Guyana all offer international MD programmes recognised globally.

Beyond the game: how does sport shape society?

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Is sport ever just a game? Join the Global Institute of Sport to explore how sport connects to politics, media, and culture. You’ll look at how sport has developed into a global business, driven massive media empires, and influenced social change. From historical origins to modern inequalities, discover how sport reflects and shapes the world around us.

Parents and caregivers session: how university builds career-ready skills

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Join Sheffield Hallam University to explore how a university degree can strengthen your child’s future job prospects. In this session, we’ll look at the specific benefits a degree offers – from industry placements and professional networks to consultancy opportunities, wider career options, and stronger long-term earning potential.

Psychology taster: why do people behave badly online?

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What drives people to engage in trolling behaviour, hacking, and stalking? Join Dr Janine Carroll from the University of Chester to explore this difficult question through the lens of psychology, and discover how we can use psychology to help understand these extreme behaviours.

Forensic science and law taster: could we catch Jack the Ripper today?

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Could Jack the Ripper really evade justice in a world of DNA profiling, CCTV, digital tracking, and improved eyewitness science? Join the University of Chester to explore how today’s forensic advances and modern criminal law would transform the hunt for history’s most notorious killer.

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.

Medicine taster: antibiotic resistance and the future of medicine

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Join Lancaster University to dive into the growing challenge of antibiotic resistance – a global health crisis threatening to undermine decades of medical progress. Explore how resistant bacteria develop, the implications for patient care, and the need for innovative solutions in treatment and prevention. Discover the critical role of future healthcare professionals like you in combating this issue and shaping the future of medicine.

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.