Events

Getting started with UK university research   For students

Are you an international student who is considering studying in the UK? Starting your UK university research early can make the task seem less daunting. Join our webinar to help answer your questions, find out about personal statements, tips about moving away from home, and how you can start preparing for UK university applications including the early October deadline!

Think you can catch a killer? Dive into offender profiling   For students

Perfect for criminology or policing enthusiasts, this interactive session blends real-world insights with hands-on learning. Join Dr Annie Marsland, Lecturer in Policing at the University of Huddersfield, to hear expert insights on psychological offender profiling. Discover core profiling principles, analyse criminal behaviour, and test your knowledge with a mock investigation. Are you ready to challenge your detective skills?

Parents and caregivers session: supporting mental health   For parents/guardians

It can be hard to know if your child is struggling with their mental health, and often even harder to start the conversation. But there are resources to help make sure ones you care about get the support they need. If you want to learn about signs that your child could be struggling with their mental health, join this webinar to find out how to start the conversation, and what schools and colleges are doing to help.

Part one of a criminal investigation: can you solve the murder?   For students

Join current students, lecturers, and former police officers from Liverpool John Moores University to investigate a fictional murder over two days! In this first session we’ll assess the scene, uncover motives, and identify suspects. Explore the legal system, help us uncover the clues, and find the culprit to solve this case.

Part two of a criminal investigation: can you justify the punishment?   For students

Join current students, lecturers, and former criminal justice practitioners from Liverpool John Moores University to investigate a fictional murder over two days! In this second session, we’ll look at the punishment of our offender. You’ll learn more about the role the prison system plays in society, and think about whether we can morally justify punishment.

Home or away for university: what is best for me?   For students

Part of Getting started with university research  event series

Choosing whether to stay at home whilst you study, or move to a different area or country depends on lots of different factors and it can be difficult to make such a big decision! Hear from university experts about what you need to consider when making your decision including costs, opportunities and support, so you can prepare to embark on your next chapter with confidence and excitement.

Graduate power: how a degree can prepare you for your career   For students

Part of Getting started with university research  event series

A university degree can help prepare you for your future dream career through lots of exciting opportunities! In this webinar university experts will discuss placement opportunities and extracurriculars at university that can help prepare you for the world of work, and hear from a current employee of a graduate scheme to find out what a typical day looks like.

Studying in London: what to expect   For students

Part of Getting started with university research  event series

Not only is London acknowledged worldwide for excellence in teaching and research, the vibrant and diverse city can provide great opportunities during and after your university studies. Join three London based universities; Westminster, Kingston and Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, to find out more about the benefits of studying, and hear from a current student studying in London to find out what it’s really like!

Preparing for the UCAS October application deadline   For students

Part of Getting started with university research  event series

Applying for university in October for medicine, dentistry, veterinary science and Oxbridge means early preparation is key! Hear from university admissions experts from the University of Cambridge and University of East Anglia about things you can do now to get ready for the deadline, including hints and tips on personal statement writing, and admissions tests and interviews. Get your questions answered now on the process, and what makes a great application.

Changes to UCAS personal statements for 2026 entry   For students

Part of Getting started with university research  event series

Personal statements for UK university applications for 2026 entry are changing! Hear from experts at the universities of Warwick, Hertfordshire and Reading to find out what these changes mean for you and your UCAS application, what universities are now looking for in your personal statement, and things you can do now to get ahead and ready to apply.

Contextual admissions: access programmes, summer schools and lower university offers   For students

Part of Getting started with university research  event series

Access programmes, summer schools and lower university offers through contextual admissions are great opportunities for you to explore studying at university and help you access universities which have competitive applications. Join the universities of Sussex and Brighton to find out more about the opportunities available, how to find them, and what contextualised offers are.

Unifrog Apprenticeship Fair   For students

Get involved with National Apprenticeship Week by attending our apprenticeship fair and speaking to 40 employers in just over two hours! Learn all about the world of apprenticeships by exploring the latest opportunities, attending live sessions with top employers, and chat to experts and current apprentices from organisations including BBC, NHS, British Army, KPMG, Lloyds Banking Group, EY, and Unilever! Follow the sign up link to register on our exciting external events platform, iVent.

Meet the students: what is university really like?   For students

Current university students are taking over the fair to tell you their honest experiences and things they wish they’d known, chat to students at 40 universities in just two hours to get your questions answered. Get insider tips on extracurricular activities to boost your personal statement, the best student bank accounts, what to pack, and how to prepare for living away from home.