This online Tune Supply workshop explores how to build tasteful variations into traditional Irish flute and whistle playing. The session focuses on why tunes often change subtly from one repeat to the next, and how players can use chord structure, rhythmic shifts, and melodic ideas to create variation that still feels authentic and musical.

The workshop goes further into the instrument-specific details that shape variation on flute and whistle, including octave jumps, breathing placement, and characteristic notes such as the hard D and bent C natural. Participants will also look at how these ideas can be applied to specific well-known traditional tunes, making the material practical and directly usable in performance or session settings.

The class is suitable for flute and whistle players at all levels, and it is taught in a combination of ear learning and sheet music support. Registered students receive the class recording immediately after the workshop, so it is designed to work both for live attendance and for later viewing.

Join Sussex Wildlife Trust for a free outdoor taster day at Cooden Beach, designed for young people aged 16-19 who are interested in nature, wildlife and green career pathways. The session includes rockpooling, exploring coastal ecology, getting creative, relaxing on the beach and sharing a picnic together in an informal, hands-on setting. The day is part of a wider series of youth opportunities that introduce participants to practical conservation activities and the kinds of experiences they could have on a future coastal and woodland course. It is intended to help young people shape upcoming activities through their own experiences and ideas, while also discovering more about local wildlife and ways to support the coast. The event is in person and starts at Cooden Beach Station before walking to the beach site. Sussex Wildlife Trust provides equipment, a first aider, travel support if needed and food, including a picnic lunch. Participants should wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes, and bring a water bottle and any personal items they need to carry with them.

Hothouse Theatre’s Summer School is a free, in-person youth project for young people aged 10 to 18 in the Nottingham area. It brings together filmmaking, audio projects and drama, giving participants a chance to work creatively with others and build projects from the ground up. The project has been running for around 15 years and is described as a youth-led experience, with young people in control of the activities they undertake. Participants are involved in all aspects of the productions and reports, which makes it a hands-on opportunity for anyone interested in making films, creating audio content, or exploring performance and storytelling. The summer school takes place across several Thursday sessions in August, including one trip-out session. It is held in person at Bakersfield Community Centre in Nottingham. All sessions are free, but booking is essential and places are limited.

Guildhall School of Music & Drama is hosting a free, open piano masterclass with acclaimed pianist Richard Goode. The session brings together Guildhall keyboard players and gives participants the opportunity to observe a working masterclass in a professional performance setting. The event offers an insight into Richard Goode’s approach to classical and romantic repertoire, as well as the artistry and discipline that shape high-level piano performance. Audience members are welcome to drop in at any time and will be admitted at an appropriate moment, making this an accessible event for those who want to observe, learn, and experience live musical coaching in action.

Join the University of Gloucestershire for a Marketing Taster Day at the Oxstalls Campus, designed to give Year 12 and Year 13 students an introduction to how marketing decisions are made.

During the day, academics will guide you through how human behaviour, social trends and target audiences influence marketing campaigns. Sessions will cover topics such as how culture, gender and peer influence shape decisions and how marketers use these insights to promote products and address social challenges.

You will also explore practical marketing skills including managing budgets, timelines and projects, and see how marketing combines creative thinking with planning and evaluation. The event runs 10:00-14:30 on dates in spring 2026 (dates TBC) and takes place at the Oxstalls Campus in Gloucester (GL2 9HW).

The Dental Mentor Virtual Work Experience, developed in partnership with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, is a self-paced online programme designed for students interested in dentistry. The programme comprises four distinct sessions covering different areas of dentistry, using high-fidelity simulations, real clinical settings, and involvement from practising dentists to take students through a complete patient journey.

Students can complete the e-learning modules in their own time around school work, with each session available for 30 days. The programme includes a free reflective journal to support personal statements and reflection, and students receive a certificate of completion once all four sessions are finished. Dental Mentor also provides free online conferences (Get Into Dentistry) that allow students to speak to dentists and dental students and to begin accessing the virtual work experience.

This virtual placement is explicitly accepted by UK dental schools as a valid form of work experience to support dental school applications. The programme is free and is positioned to help applicants gain people-focused experience, observe healthcare practice, and prepare stronger dental school applications.

Grow Training is a four-week development programme for young people who want to strengthen their wellbeing, build confidence and take positive steps towards work or training. It is designed for 16-24 year olds and focuses on helping participants grow real-world skills in a supportive setting. The programme takes place outdoors and uses nature-based and gardening activities alongside therapeutic coaching. Participants join a mix of one-to-one, group and practical sessions that develop teamwork, problem solving, communication and resilience, while also supporting social connection and personal growth. Grow Training is based in Sheffield and runs on three afternoons each week. On completion, trainees are offered the chance to interview for a paid work placement through Grow Employment, making it a stepping stone towards meaningful employment and further opportunity.

This full-time producing internship at Park Theatre in London offers hands-on experience across producing, programming and arts administration within a busy working theatre. It is designed to give an emerging arts worker practical insight into how productions are developed, programmed and supported in-house, while contributing to the theatre’s wider artistic and audience offer. The role involves a mix of administrative and creative support. Tasks include helping prepare and run development workshops, in-house productions and co-productions; drafting production paperwork; maintaining contract logs, contact sheets and finance records; attending meetings, rehearsals, previews and debriefs; and supporting press night parties and wrap-around events. The intern will also monitor submissions, read scripts, write script reports, attend readings and shows off-site, and assist with general programming administration. Alongside day-to-day delivery, the placement provides exposure to the decision-making processes behind a producing theatre and the chance to build confidence, industry awareness and professional networks. Applicants should be enthusiastic about theatre, especially new plays, committed to inclusion and access, organised, proactive, and ready to contribute to a busy creative environment.

TeenEagle runs an international competitive programme for school-aged participants focused on knowledge, spelling, writing and team debate. Free online practice rounds run monthly and are used to prepare students for official qualifier rounds. Qualifier formats include free online rounds, online regional qualifiers, paper-based local qualifiers organised with partners/schools, and multi-event Regional Round events (including occasional sleep-away formats). Regional Qualifiers are held regularly (online first and third Saturday of each month) and consist of an 80-question combined Spelling & Knowledge test (80 minutes). Passing a qualifier with at least an Honourable Mention (40%+) is required to register for Global Finals. Global Finals (three to four events each season) comprise multiple competitive tasks - Knowledge Quiz, Spelling Bee, The Writing Challenge and Persuasive Speaking (team debates) - with detailed scoring and medals awarded across receptive and productive skills. TeenEagle provides teacher books, student workbooks and a portal for sign-up and event materials. Schools and partners can register to host paper-based qualifiers and regional events; teacher webinars (monthly July-December) and a portal exist to support club-based and school participation. Detailed schedules, booking and logistics are handled through the TeenEagle portal.

Avove offers structured work experience placements across its utilities and water infrastructure business to help young people and adult returners learn about careers in the industry. Placements include a structured induction, a Work Experience Lead for mentoring, opportunities to meet colleagues across teams, and support with CV and interview skills. The placements are unpaid but designed to be informative and help participants build employability skills.

Placements can expose participants to a range of teams including Water, Wastewater, Vegetation Management, Design & Build, and Enabling Functions (Marketing, Finance, etc.). Site-based placements allow learners to observe engineers and operatives on infrastructure projects, while office-based placements provide insight into supporting business functions. Avove will assess each request on a case-by-case basis and aim to accommodate as many placements as possible.

Applications are accepted year-round and the company encourages applicants linked to school placements to give at least six weeks' notice. Successful completion of a placement may lead to information about apprenticeship or entry-level opportunities within Avove, forming a pipeline from work experience into further training or employment.

Dukes Plus Engineering Summer School gives 15-18 year olds hands-on exposure to multiple engineering disciplines including aeronautical, civil, electrical, biomedical and materials engineering. Participants take part in workshops, data testing, model-building and failure analysis, with a minimum of 25 hours' contact time with professionals per week.

The programme includes site visits such as a working airfield and Europes largest supercar facility, career simulations and networking with industry professionals. Residential options provide private accommodation, meals, weekend social activities and a Gala dinner. The Premium option adds personalised coaching, psychometric testing and a Level 3 Award in Work Experience.

Courses take place on campus at University College London (UCL) with additional off-site visits. The summer school is UCAS-accredited to support university applications and is available in 1-week and 2-week formats (including a 2-week Premium offering).

This is a virtual work experience programme run by Investec via Springpod that introduces participants to careers within banking and finance, including accountancy, investment banking, trading, insurance and financial advice. The programme combines recorded content, interactive activities, quizzes and live webinars with industry professionals to explain sector roles, ethical standards, UK tax and basic financial calculations. Participants learn practical skills such as income calculations and investment principles, and complete activities including scenario-based tasks and quizzes.

The programme is available on demand and includes live webinar sessions (recordings provided). It is aimed at students (Springpod guidance indicates most programmes expect school/college attendees) and is open to anyone aged 13+. On successful completion participants receive a certificate of completion. There is no specific application deadline stated and learners sign up via the Springpod programme page to start the on-demand experience.

Oxford Summer Courses' International Relations summer school is an intensive academic programme hosted in Cambridge university colleges for 16-17 year olds. Teaching follows an Oxford-style tutorial approach with small group seminars (maximum eight students) and interactive masterclasses. Students explore the origins of nationalism, the role of states in international politics, theories of diplomacy and conflict, and analyse contemporary global issues through case studies. Classes are tailored to the group’s interests and include two pieces of independent work which are assessed in 1:1 or 2:1 tutorial feedback sessions. The course aims to develop critical thinking, academic writing and persuasive argumentation; on completion students receive a certificate of achievement and a personalised letter of recommendation from their tutor. The programme combines academic study with cultural activities and organised trips in Cambridge. Accommodation and catering options vary by tier (single/twin rooms, ensuite options, and different meal plans). Some premium tiers include airport transfer and enhanced insurance cover; non-residential options are also offered.

This is an interactive Carbon Literacy training and certification course run by Change Agents UK. The training develops knowledge and practical skills to reduce carbon emissions in personal, community and organisational settings and leads to formal Carbon Literacy certification through the UN-supported Carbon Literacy Project. The course comprises two virtual sessions running 9:15-12:30 on 2 and 9 December, plus approximately 2.5 hours of individual study completed between sessions. To achieve certification participants must submit a short evidence form including a personal and professional pledge to the Carbon Literacy Project. The sessions cover core topics including the science of climate change, carbon footprints, climate equity, net zero pathways, communication skills and steps to become an agent of change. The training is delivered online and is suitable for individuals, students and organisations-particularly those working in or interested in the third sector and sustainability roles. Participants will gain a recognised Carbon Literacy qualification, practical actions to reduce emissions, and skills to advocate for change. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event.

This in-person taster day gives Year 12 students an opportunity to experience curricula and teaching in UCL's Science and Technology Studies (STS) Department. Attendees will engage with current staff and students and hear about pathways available after sixth form, with a focus on the history, philosophy and sociology of science. Throughout the day students will participate in interactive sessions including teaching workshops, lectures, campus tours and an alumni careers panel designed to provide both a stimulating and informative experience. The event is especially suitable for students who enjoy science subjects but are interested in non-practical, critical or historical approaches to science. The event is free but ticketed and places are limited. Location and the full schedule of activities will be posted in early autumn 2026. For more information or queries about registration, contact sts@ucl.ac.uk.

Oxford Summer Courses' Business and Entrepreneurship summer school is hosted at Cambridge University colleges and designed for ambitious 13-15-year-olds who want to explore how businesses are built, run, and grown. Students study core business ideas such as marketing, promotions, customer satisfaction, and profit generation, while also looking at real-world case studies that show how companies attract customers and respond to market demand. The course focuses on active, discussion-based learning in small groups, with tutors adapting sessions to the interests and abilities of the class. Learners also develop entrepreneurial thinking through pitch-style projects, teamwork, competitor analysis, independent research, homework tasks, and reflection activities. Alongside the academic programme, students experience a social and cultural environment that helps them build confidence, collaboration skills, and a stronger understanding of what it takes to turn ideas into action.

The British Astronomy & Astrophysics Olympiad (BAAO), run within the BPhO trust, offers schools across the UK a series of competition papers focused on astronomy and astrophysics. Launched in 2015, the competition is syllabus-independent and builds on core physics applied to astronomical contexts; no prior specialist astronomy modules are assumed. It provides a pathway for students to explore current research topics and to progress to higher education in related fields.

Students are encouraged to attempt the Astro Challenge Paper in the Autumn term and must take at least one of the BPhO Round 1 (November) or the BAAO Round 1 (January). Top performers are invited to the BAAO Round 2 in February, with final selection of the five students who will represent the UK at the IOAA taking place at an Easter training camp in Oxford in April. Past papers and solutions are available online and studying them is strongly recommended to prepare.

Assessment outcomes use medal boundaries (approximately 60%+ Gold, 40%+ Silver, 20%+ Bronze, below 20% Commendation). The BAAO is closely linked with university-based training camps and provides an opportunity for motivated school students (including GCSE and A-level students) to gain advanced problem-solving experience and compete internationally.

This one-day Dentistry Work Experience & Career Day from CareerDays is an online course aimed at students aged 13 and over who are considering a career in dentistry. The morning session covers dentistry school applications: entry requirements, recommended GCSE/A-Level subjects, routes into dentistry, pay scales, what to expect from university and training, personal statement guidance, the UCAT admissions test, and interview preparation.

The afternoon provides practical dentistry work experience led by practising dentists and dental students. Participants will learn basics such as history taking and oral examination, observe/learn about procedures (extractions, cavities and restorations), and work through two interactive clinical case studies to discuss diagnosis and treatment. The day finishes with a Q&A with dentists. A personalised certificate is provided for the practical element, which can be used in applications and interviews.

The course is delivered online, is available to view for 60 days after the live date, and is described as suitable for students of any age from all countries who have an interest in dentistry.

Learn to Lead Sport Climbs is a hands-on climbing workshop for people who are ready to move on from top-roping and start learning the skills needed for lead climbing on bolted sport routes. The session focuses on the practical foundations of leading safely and confidently, with guidance from an experienced instructor in a supportive environment. Participants will cover essential techniques such as safe clipping, rope management, route reading, belaying a lead climber, and understanding how to manage falls. The workshop also emphasises risk assessment, clear communication, and building confidence while climbing on the sharp end. It is designed for climbers aiming for their first outdoor lead, as well as those who want to refresh their fundamentals. The workshop runs over two days at Plas y Brenin National Outdoor Centre, and a 1:4 workshop ratio is provided. Accommodation is not included with the ticket, but can be arranged separately nearby.

This online careers talk gives an overview of the wide range of careers available in the creative industries, with a particular focus on Art and Design. It is designed to help prospective students understand how creative study can connect to different career paths and destinations after university. A member of the academic team will be joined by current students and graduates to discuss the courses offered, the experiences and opportunities available during study, and the kinds of roles graduates go on to pursue. The session also highlights ways students can build industry experience while studying, including placements, live projects, collaborations, and other professional development opportunities. Attendees will also hear first-hand insights from the student and graduate panel and can ask questions using the live chat function. The event is suitable for school groups in Year 12 and Year 13, as well as individual sign-ups, especially for those already applying or thinking about applying to study Art and Design.