Events

The economics and politics of crime: lessons from the Louvre robbery

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How did the theft of millions of pounds worth of jewellery from the Louvre become a case study in human behaviour? In this interactive webinar from Northeastern University London, an economist explores how criminals weigh up risk and reward, while a political scientist examines how the heist became a political crisis shaped by the media. Through live polls and a podcast-style discussion between the two lecturers, see how economics and politics offer insights into real-world events.

What’s next for computing? Learn how to futureproof your career

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What are the emerging technologies in computing hardware and software? What specific skills are valued by employers? And how do you keep up to date with the benefits and potential threats to the computing industry? Join the University of Staffordshire as we look at the practical things you’ll need to futureproof your career in computing. You’ll learn about key technologies, connectivity, industry needs, skills, and certifications.

Interactive session: can AI analyse literature and language like we can?

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AI meets classic literature in this interactive webinar from Northeastern University London. You’ll start by looking at ‘The Lonely Londoners’ (1956) by Sam Selvon, a novel about the experiences of Caribbean migrants arriving in London after the British Nationality Act of 1948. This session will combine traditional literary analysis with machine analysis, so you can discover what computational methods can, and cannot, reveal about literature.

The US and Venezuela: how have politics, economics, and psychology shaped their relationship?

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This session with Hult International Business School will explore how political interests, economic forces, and psychological strategies interact in US engagement with Venezuela. We’ll examine the use of bots and coordinated digital propaganda, and unpack why understanding the dynamic between these countries requires an interdisciplinary approach. Drawing on politics, economics, and psychology, the session will show how these forces work together to shape narratives and influence opinions.

Games design taster: how creative worlds are built

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How do games turn ideas into immersive, playable worlds? Join Professor Chris Headleand from the University of Staffordshire to explore how games blend art, storytelling, code, psychology, and tech. You’ll learn how designers shape player experience, how developers solve complex problems, and how teams collaborate to bring games to life. Discover how game technologies influence industries beyond entertainment, and how studying games design builds valuable problem solving and teamwork skills.

Sociology taster: what ‘Love Island’ reveals about power and gender

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How does a reality TV show shape ideas about love, attraction, and relationships? In this interactive session, join staff and students from Liverpool John Moores University to explore the TV show ‘Love Island’ through a sociological lens. You’ll examine body image, ‘pretty privilege’, gender performance, and power in relationships, and see how sociology helps uncover the invisible norms shaping our everyday lives.

Law taster: shadowing solicitors on real cases

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What’s it really like to work on live legal cases as a student? Join Liverpool John Moores University law students to hear how they’ve gained hands-on experience from year one. Learn about real law clinics, working with qualified solicitors, and supporting cases in areas like family law and civil disputes. Get an honest insight into studying law and building professional skills.

English taster: exploring London's ‘little ice age’ through poetry and images

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Step back into London in the late 1600s and early 1700s, when the River Thames froze and frost fairs filled the city. In this session with Queen Mary University of London, you’ll explore how people lived, worked, and survived during the ‘little ice age’. Using historical images and written sources, including works from William Blake and Hogarth, discover what they reveal about wealth, weather, and work in the past.

Where could a degree in engineering take me?

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From automotive and electrical engineering, to mechanical and aeronautical engineering, your future career as an engineer could take you so many places! To help make sure you’re on the track for success, you’ll want to consider university courses which meet the professional standards of the Engineering Council, and are closely aligned with industry needs. Come along to this webinar from the Engineering Department at the University of Staffordshire to explore the degree options available to you.

Design a more sustainably engineered future - Institution of Mechanical Engineers

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This latest in our series of webinars linked to our Institution of Mechanical Engineers course will explore sustainable design principles and renewable technologies. The webinar will focus on exploring the dynamic world of sustainability within mechanical engineering. We’ll be looking at what sustainability means and how engineers can design and improve renewable energy technologies.

From sketch to screen: the power of concept art

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Concept art is the hidden step that brings games, films, and animation to life! These media all rely on concept artists to shape ideas, design worlds, and define characters. In this webinar with Teesside University, you’ll discover what a course in digital arts and animation is really like, looking at the creative pipeline from early concepts to finished paintings. If you enjoy art, problem solving, and creative challenges, this could be the career path for you.

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.

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.

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!