Talks and workshops

We provide a range of presentations and interactive workshops for young learners in Year 7–13. These can be held at the University, in schools or colleges and can be adapted to meet your needs.

We also offer a programme of CPD workshops for teachers and advisors which can be delivered at your workplace at a time to suit you.

Our portfolio of sessions are detailed below. For further information or to request an activity, please contact the Education Outreach Team.

Student life

Audience - Years 7 to 13

Duration - 30 minute presentation

Reflecting on their time at Leeds, current undergraduate and postgraduate students discuss their personal experiences at the University, talk about their decision making process and transition to HE.

Applying to competitive courses

Audience - Year 12 and 13

Duration - 30 minute presentation or 60 minute interactive workshop

What is the difference between a competitive and a popular course? What factors make a course 'selective'? This session explores these questions, the admissions processes for competitive courses and what is needed to make an application stand out.

Benefits of higher education

Audience - Year 7 to 11

Duration - 30 minute presentation or 60 minute interactive workshop

This session explores the concept of going to university and the value of a higher education qualification. It aims to break down barriers and raise pupils' awareness and aspirations of HE.

Choosing A-levels

Audience - Year 10 to 11

Duration - 30 minute presentation

This talk focuses on the considerations that need to be made when selecting A-levels and what students need to know in order to choose the courses which are right for now, right for when they're applying to university and beyond.

Choosing a course and a university

Audience - Year 10 to 12

Duration - 30 minute presentation or 60 minute interactive workshop

A session looking at the tools and methods available for prospective students to make an informed decision about their university and course options.

Applying through UCAS and personal statements

Audience - Year 12 and 13

Duration - 30 minute presentation or 60 minute interactive workshop

This session helps students understand the UCAS application process from registration, completing the form, through to tracking applications, handling offers, confirmation, adjustment and clearing.  Using real examples, we will explore the dos and don'ts of writing a personal statement and discuss why the statement forms such a crucial part of the UCAS application process.

Preparing for HE: Making the most of Year 12

Audience - Year 12

Duration - 30 minutes

This talk focuses on the opportunities available in higher education and what pupils can be doing in Year 12 to prepare themselves for applying to university.

Preparing for HE: Transition to university

Audience - Year 12 and 13

Duration - 30 minute presentation or 60 minute interactive workshop

This session focuses on the transition to university and the steps that Year 13 pupils can take to prepare for undergraduate study and student life. It highlights the opportunities available to first year HE students and discusses possible challenges and realistic solutions.

Choosing accommodation

Audience - Year 12 and 13

Duration - 30 minute presentation or 60 minute interactive workshop

Modern, catered, self-catered, on campus, off campus. Learn more about student accommodation options at Leeds. Additional interactive workshops are available.

Why choose Leeds?

Audience - Year 12 and 13

Duration - 30 minute presentation

An introduction to the University of Leeds. Find out more about the course choices, facilities, opportunities and support for students choosing to study here.

Making the most of UCAS fairs and open days

Audience - Year 12 and 13

Duration - 30 minute presentation

An overview of what happens at UCAS fairs and undergraduate open days. The aim is to help students plan their visits to ensure they make the most of the experience and the opportunities available.

Interview skills for university

Audience - Year 12 and 13

Duration - 30 to 60 minutes

A session to prepare prospective students for selection interviews, focusing on why universities interview, what to expect and the dos and don’ts on the day. Current undergraduates who have been through the university interview process share their experiences.

Student finance

Audience - Year 7 to Year 13

Duration - 30 minute presentation or 60 minute interactive workshop.

An introduction to student finance including fees, loans, bursaries and scholarships. The extended session includes an interactive budgeting activity and top tips from current students on how to manage money at university.

Benefits of HE: A graduate's perspective

Audience - Year 12 and 13

Duration - 20 minute presentation

A Leeds graduate talks about their university experience, their career and how their time at university has enhanced their employability.