Choose a two-week placement or five-day experience to work hands-on in a lab alongside researchers, applying classroom learning to real research projects. You’ll meet research and industry professionals and explore research career pathways through supervised practical lab work.

Turn old clothing or fabric into a reusable handmade bag while learning safe sewing-machine use and basic construction skills. Bring a garment or fabric remnant to cut, assemble and finish your own bag.

Meet aerospace and aviation recruiters face to face, speak with hiring managers and explore apprenticeship, graduate and experienced-hire routes across engineering, operations, technology and sustainability. Book a morning or afternoon session; places are free but limited.

Submit a poem, prose piece, playscript or literary essay inspired by the theme “Borders”, with your entry reviewed by an expert panel. Every entrant receives tailored feedback from an expert reader, and shortlisted writers earn a certificate of commendation.

An in-person lecture examines who can do philosophy with children, and how children, teachers and philosophers engage in enquiry. Hear Peter Worley reflect on two decades of teaching and debate where the field could go next, at a two-hour evening event in Senate House, London.

Explore politics careers through videos, interactive activities and workplace-style projects, from MPs and political assistants to the civil service and journalism. Complete practical assignments to earn a certificate and download a portfolio of your work.

Hear directly from art school staff about what makes a portfolio stand out, then get practical guidance on presenting your work thoughtfully and approaching the application process with confidence - all live online.

Naturalist Malcolm Neal explores the common species we overlook and unexpected creatures living close to home. Take a fresh look at birds and local fauna at St Peter’s Church Hall in Littleover; no booking required.

Free masterclasses and workshops led by award-winning editors let you practise news writing, digital journalism, photography and broadcast skills. You may also produce stories for partner publications and get individual feedback on your exercises.

Try digital instruments and music technology products at an in-person careers event bringing together music professionals, educators and creative practitioners. Ask about their career journeys, explore accessible and adaptive tech, and meet organisations including Generator and Headline Audio.

Help clean birds in the morning, feed them and support flying displays while getting involved in the centre’s day-to-day work. Work experience placements are also available for school, college and vet students.

Explore how food, supply and daily life shaped medieval society in an in-person lecture from Prof. Helena Hamerow, Professor of Early Medieval Archaeology at the University of Oxford. Hear the talk at St Nicolas’ Hall in Guildford.

Join Military Band, Corps of Drums or Pipes & Drums to learn instruments from brass and woodwind to bagpipes, whether you’re a beginner or experienced player. Train with a team, work towards recognised qualifications and perform at events in the UK and overseas.

Hear economists, entrepreneurs and Oxford academics debate how policy, business and individual choices could shape a fairer economy. Explore ideas from de-growth to middle-out economics, then experience artist Maija Tammi’s video installation.

See how NHS finance supports patient care, from paying staff and invoices to helping teams make decisions. Explore areas including budget monitoring, procurement and annual accounts production, and discover how financial information shapes services.

Prepare for a physiotherapy interview in an online session led by an academic tutor and programme leader. Get the lowdown on what selectors look for, how interview day works and practical tips for performing well, then put your questions to the team in a Q&A.

Explore how M&A lawyers advise on major business deals from the start of their careers in this live online session. Hear a Senior Counsel and Trainee unpack auction processes, key-term negotiations and the specialists who help complete deals.

Submit an inventive D&T or engineering project online or at a regional event, then finalists present their ideas at the final. Judges choose the overall winner on the day, with special prizes for top entries in each category.

Welcome customers, sort donated stock and create shop displays while supporting a charity helping people with complex needs connect with their communities. You’ll get training, ongoing support and the chance to progress to till user or Key volunteer, plus access to Mental Health First Aiders.

Two-week on-campus summer school in Cambridge immerses you in university-style English literature study with small seminars, one-to-one tuition and a guided personal research project. Build essay-writing skills, discuss classics and contemporary texts, join guest lectures and social events, and receive a certificate of achievement.