We run a number of subject-specific taster days on fixed dates throughout the year. These are for level three students, accompanied by their school/college staff.
Take a look at upcoming events below and get in touch if you would like more information, or would like to book your students in to take part.
Social work and nursing information event
Date TBC (usually mid-October)
For students interested in pursuing a very rewarding career in social work or nursing and who are keen to study these courses at university. Each event is designed to support your students’ learning. Previous events have included subject talks, student finance, campus tours, and a chance to talk with our teachers and admissions professionals. The day aims to support students with their current further education courses.
Register your interest in bringing a group of level 3 learners by emailing angie.randall@solent.ac.uk.
Sociology conference
Date TBC (usually mid-October)
Our annual sociology conference enables your students to participate in engaging and interactive sessions relating to a key, topical sociological theme such as social inequalities and crime. The day aims to support students with their current further education courses.
Register your interest in bringing a group of level 3 learners by emailing angie.randall@solent.ac.uk.
Solent Sound
4-8 November 2024
Your learners will take part in rehearsals and recording sessions in Solent’s cutting-edge music facilities. A live 'Battle of the Bands' style competition will follow around Easter.
Register your interest in bringing a group of level 3 students by emailing celine.scott@solent.ac.uk.
CGFX
13 November 2024
We would love to invite you and your students to our CGFX colleges day of industry talks from the games, visual effects, CGI, animation, film and TV industries.
Hear from Solent alumni who are now working in these exciting industries and find out what great opportunities there are in these growing sectors.
Register your interest now by emailing john.wilson@solent.ac.uk.
Apprenticeship activity day
20 November 2024
The Government is planning a blood health check for the adult population. Your key stage 5 students will consider how this hypothetical task links to careers in nursing, engineering, and digital and technology. They will hear from current apprentices and employers too.
All students must attend with a member of staff from their school/colleges.
Please contact sophia.basi@solent.ac.uk with any questions.
CSI Solent
Date TBC (usually late-November/early-December)
This exciting event will include three subject sessions: criminology, psychology and law. The aim is to introduce what it is like to study these subjects at university. Students will develop their knowledge in these areas, while having a fun, engaging, and interactive day.
Register your interest in bringing a group of level 3 learners by emailing angie.randall@solent.ac.uk.
Creative media taster day
16 January 2025
A variety of creative media sessions for your post-16 students to choose from. Details will be announced later in 2024.
Watch the video from our May 2024 event
For post-16 students only, accompanied by college staff.
Email john.wilson@solent.ac.uk to express your interest.
Sport and health taster days
14 and 16 January 2025
6 and 8 May 2025
10 and 12 June 2025
The Department of Sport and Health welcomes students keen to explore the many options Solent has to offer to those considering higher education as their next step. Your learners will explore our campus and facilities and engage in exciting subject taster sessions.
For Year 12/13 and Level 3 students.
For more information on content or to book, please email olivia.squires@solent.ac.uk.
Criminology conference
Date TBC (usually May)
The annual criminology conference gives potential students chance to explore topics relating to criminology such as ‘victims of human trafficking’, ‘gender and victimisation’ and ‘the deserving and non-deserving victims of crime.’
Register your interest in bringing a group of level 3 learners by emailing angie.randall@solent.ac.uk.
