Visits to your School or College
Browse our wide range of sessions we could run at your school or college. From Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 5.
Available outreach sessions
We offer a wide range of outreach sessions to inspire and support your students on their journey to university.
Our team of Outreach Ambassadors, who are all recent graduates of Newcastle University, deliver the sessions. They offer a realistic and enthusiastic view of life as a Newcastle University student. They also have in-depth knowledge of their degree subject areas.
Our programme offers students a chance to explore their future options. They can find out more about university life from recent graduates. They will enhance and develop their skills and increase their subject knowledge. This provides them with the means to make a strong university application.
How to make a booking
Use our search field below and filters to find which session(s) will fit your students best. It could be pre or post-16, subject-specific or skills development.
We may also be able to deliver some of these activities as part of a bespoke on-campus day that focuses on a subject area - subject to availability.
Once you've reviewed the available sessions, please use our booking form using the link in the bottom right of your screen.
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Maths Murder Mystery
A maths-based game that is fun, challenging and encourages use of initiative. Groups of students are confronted with a murder mystery to solve which requires lateral thinking and a unique approach.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Maths, Physics and Computing
A Future in Maths
This presentation will give students an insight into the doors that studying mathematics, statistics and physics can open. They will learn what it is like to study at university and find out more about career options.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Maths, Physics and Computing
Accommodation: Moving Away
An in depth look at the accommodation options available at Newcastle University and also some tips on how to make moving away a smoother process.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
A-level Chemistry Required Practicals
We are able to host A-level Chemistry classes (and sometimes BTEC Applied Science groups too) from local schools in a Laboratory on campus to carry out some of the required practicals that schools may struggle to do in school due to specialist equipment and/or time (or even just because of lack of sinks with taps for reflux condensers!).
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
Full day, Half day
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Chemistry
Aliens in the Ocean
Explore the ever-changing world of alien invasive species in the ocean. Learn about what invasive species are, where they come from and what we can do to save our oceans!
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences
Applying to Medicine and Dentistry
A comprehensive presentation on the application process for Medicine and Dentistry. We will cover personal statements, work experience, admission tests, interviews and early deadlines.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Medical Sciences
Applying to Law
This covers all aspects of putting together a law application and includes personal statement advice from our Head of Admissions at Newcastle Law School. The talk is really helpful for any prospective law students.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University, Humanities
Applying: The UCAS Process
A presentation which goes through everything that happens during the UCAS process from application to accepting a place on a course at University.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University
Archaeology: Bog Bodies
An interactive look at Iron age bog bodies. Explore what archaeology is and what bog bodies are before creating your own!
Key Stage:
2
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Becoming a Street Scientist
This workshop gives students the chance to work together and practice some fascinating Street Science demonstrations. The group will learn what it takes to be a Street Scientist, boosting their confidence when they perform their favourite demonstrations to the rest of the class.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Maths, Physics and Computing
Budgeting Bonanza
A fast-moving activity in which students must use their decision-making skills to effectively balance the costs of studying and their social life.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Business Bonanza/ Law and Order
In the activity, students are given a product to produce, sell and market. Through a series of choices, they learn all about the laws involved in starting their own business and the consequences of not following them. The aim of the game is to successfully launch your business while staying on the right side of the law.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Careers
Looking beyond university towards preparing for a career. We look at studying at university with career focused degrees, how students can make the most of their time at university building the skills they will need for their future careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
Careers in HaSS
Join us for a talk about careers in Humanities and Social Sciences (HaSS).
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
Celebrity UCAS
Students will learn what makes a good personal statement. We will talk students through the process of highlighting their skills, achievements, and hobbies, and writing about these in an application. This interactive session looks at Celebrity UCAS applications before students write their own.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
5, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University
Chemistry in your Shopping Basket
This presentation is designed to raise awareness of chemistry and potential careers in chemistry through the idea that chemistry is involved in everything around us, including the content of your supermarket shopping basket. Curriculum links to states of matter, changes of state and properties of materials.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Chemistry
Chemistry Smells
Via a ‘nose-on’ experience, in this workshop students will examine a number of everyday household products. Will they be able to recognise them just from their smell? In the longer workshop (60 mins), students can build a molecule model of their favourite smell using Molymod© kits.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Chemistry
Choosing the Right Course and University
This session invites students to explore their future options within higher education. They investigate the two potential method of choosing a course - career focussed paths and subject interest courses. Whilst also delving into how to shortlist universities based on their course choices.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University
Climate Choices
Explore the causes and impacts of climate change across the globe in this interactive workshop. Students will also be able to discover the effects that the choices we make have on the planet in an exciting game.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Chemistry
Colourful Chemistry
A demonstration lecture showing how light and our perception of colour are fundamental to our daily lives, via some colourful and sometimes spectacular chemistry, grouped under three themes of reactions, combustion and kinetics. Curriculum links include redox, catalysis, TM chemistry, fuels, flame tests and rates of reaction.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Chemistry
CSI: Newcastle
Students are tasked with solving a crime. They must work through different subject activities in humanities and social sciences, medical sciences and science and engineering to gather clues and uncover the culprit. This workshop works well in a carousel format with three classes rotating around each subject area with an hour in each.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
Half day
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Social Sciences
Debate
Debating is a really important skill to have in today’s society. This activity introduces students to different debate techniques and gives them the opportunity to engage in a debate at the end of the session.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Social Sciences
Degree Discovery
This informative session is packed with practical information that will give students an in-depth look at degree study. The presentation gives students an introduction to higher education, explores some of the main differences between types of degrees, shows what a typical university timetable looks like and includes testimonials from former students.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Exploring University
Design a University
Students will take what they have learnt into practice as they design their own university. Working in groups we encourage students to be creative as they choose courses, societies, lecturers and more at their own university!
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Electrifying Careers in Engineering
An interactive information session on careers and pathways in Electrification. This includes Post-16 options and Degree Apprenticeships.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Engineering
Engineering with Micro:Bits
An opportunity for students to solve a real world problem by coding micro:bits and building a mini electrical device. This session requires a computer room.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Engineering
English and Beyond
This session focuses on where English can take you in the future.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore Archaeology
Explore what it is like to study archaeology at university. Discover what you'll learn, about the fieldwork you have to complete and what career options it gives you.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore Architecture
An Introduction to all things architecture, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore Business
An Introduction to all things business, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore Combined Honours
Explore our flexible degree programme, combined honours. Discover what subjects you can combine and how it works. Learn about the benefits of a combined honours degree and what careers it can lead too.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Creative Arts, Exploring University, Humanities, Social Sciences
Explore Education
An Introduction to all things education, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore English
An Introduction to all English literature, language and linguistics courses, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore English Language and Linguistics
An Introduction to English language and linguistics, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore English Literature
An Introduction to English literature, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore Fine Art
An Introduction to all things art, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Creative Arts
Explore Geography
An Introduction to all things geography, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore Geography and History
An Introduction to all things geography and history, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore History
An Introduction to all things history, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore History, Classics and Archaeology
Explore ancient history and classics at Newcastle. How you study it, what you'll learn and your career options.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore Media, Journalism and Film
An Introduction to all things media, journalism and film, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Creative Arts
Explore Music
An Introduction to all things music, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Creative Arts
Explore Philosophy
Explore what it is like to study philosophy at Newcastle. Learn about the topics you'll cover and the career options you'll have.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Social Sciences
Explore Politics
An Introduction to all things politics, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Social Sciences
Explore Sociology
An Introduction to all things sociology, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Social Sciences
Explore Speech and Language
An Introduction to all things speech and language, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Explore Urban Planning
An Introduction to all things urban planning, going over the course, applying and careers.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Extraordinary Evolution
Taking evolution back to the basics of DNA -we’ll look at how DNA programmes our bodies and what happens when mistakes, known as mutations, occur. We’ll find out how these mutations drive evolution and allow animals to become better adapted to their habitats with some classic examples and interactive activities.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences
Forensic Psychology
Students cover different tasks relating to the role of a forensic psychologist. The session will touch on psychopathy, eye witness testimony, offender profiling and interview techniques.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Psychology
Funemployment
A fun board game that sees students battling it out for important employment skills as they navigate their way through university.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
50-100
Subject:
Careers Pathways
Future Options
An interactive presentation in which options post SFC are explored. Including the pros and cons of degree apprenticeships, employment, university and gap years.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
Genetics and Disease
Delve deeper into the world of genetics and the implication genetics can have on diseases. Learn about the types of different genetic conditions and how scientists will test genetic profiles using PCR and Gel Electrophoresis. Students will get the opportunity to use micropipettes and load an Agarose gel.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Medical Sciences
Geography: Comparing Countries
A primary geography session which compares the UK with Sicily. This session also looks at volcanos.
Key Stage:
2
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Geography: Flags of the World
A primary geography session focused on 'Flags of the world'. Includes a create your own flag activity.
Key Stage:
2
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Girls in STEM
Girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) is an interactive session which explores common gender-based stereotypes around STEM, the history of women in STEM, and the changing roles of women in STEM. This session also covers routes in STEM and careers.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Engineering
Goal Setting
Take some time to set goals for your future. In this workshop students are encouraged to set themselves achievable goals and think about who and what will help them to achieve them.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
HE: An Investigation
This interactive presentation takes students through a series of cryptic clues, secret symbols and quiz questions to get them thinking about higher education. They’ll explore courses, university life and some of the reasons why some students choose to go to university, as well as learning more about what life is like at Newcastle University.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Instaplan your future
Using an ‘Instagram board’ students will start to think about their role models and skills, whilst considering their futures.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
4
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
Island Escape
Students will be stranded on a desert island. Working in small teams, students will complete a number of tasks including cracking codes, engineering a shelter, navigating a route off the island and identifying animal species.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences
It's Elementary, My Dear Watson
This presentation looks at the properties, reactions and uses of a range of chemical elements. It includes an interactive PowerPoint presentation with optional electronic voting handsets, some spectacular demonstrations and audience participation.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Chemistry
Making the Most of University
Going to university is not just about the degree. In this session we look at all the opportunities open to students and how they can make the most of their time at university from studying abroad to learning a new language.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Marketing Challenge
In the competitive world of business, having a great marketing plan can be vital in the fight to win customers. This interactive session introduces students to the key principles of marketing and then puts their skills to the test by challenging them to design the launch of a new product for a regional business.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement
This session looks at the life of Dr Martin Luther King and his role in the Civil Rights Movement. It goes on to explore how and why this is still important in the world today.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities, Social Sciences
MASH Test
How do you learn? Take our interactive quiz to figure out what kind of learner you are. We will then give hints and tips to how each type of learner can best manage stress, revision and more.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
24 Hours in A&E
This discussion based session takes a look at the various patients seen in the span of 24 hours in an Accident and Emergency department.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Medical Sciences
Media: Advertising and Semiotics
This session looks at advertising, in particular semiotics. Students will discuss the principles of advertising.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Creative Arts
Media: Advertising and Semiotics
This session looks at advertising, in particular semiotics. Students will discuss the principles of advertising.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Creative Arts
Medical Ethics
This session covers the importance of ethics in medical sciences and the four pillars of medical ethics. Students are then given scenarios with ethical considerations and asked to discuss and reason within the group. This session is particularly useful for students who will be undertaking medical or dental interviews in the future.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Medical Sciences
Medical Science Careers
This session covers the courses offered in the Faculty of Medical Sciences at Newcastle and the career prospects and graduate opportunities for these courses.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Medical Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry Interview Session
Learn about the differences in interview styles used by universities. This includes multiple mini interviews and panel style interviews. Students will be shown how to use the STAR technique to enhance their interview skills. Videos by current students support the session demonstrating how to answer questions.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Medical Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry Personal Statements
Students learn how to write a personal statement for medicine and dentistry programmes including how to structure, what to include and our top tips for success.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Medical Sciences
Micro:bit
Students will learn about the basics of computer programming, and will get to have a go at making their own mini light show with our BBC micro:bit and NeoPixel equipment.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Maths, Physics and Computing
Modern Languages at Newcastle
We look at what studying modern languages at university is really like. The facilities, opportunities and careers available to you will also be explored.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Module Muddle
An interactive activity that explores subjects in humanities and social sciences. Try and match the module to the degree.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Humanities
Money Madness
Learn the basics of budgeting through this interactive game. Explore what students spend their money on, before taking part in our interactive budgeting challenge.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
50-100
Subject:
Exploring University
Newcastle University Challenge
Put your students' knowledge to the test and book the Newcastle University Challenge. Questions on all aspects of university life will test understanding and cement knowledge in this fun, interactive activity.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
PARTNERS: Our Supported Entry Route
This session covers all your students need to know about our award-winning supported entry route. This includes how they may be eligible for a reduced offer and the support the programme offers in preparing them for university.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 5, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University
Quiz
Test your knowledge on university and student life in this fun quiz.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Renewable Energy: A Breeze?
A debate on the positive and negative aspects of renewable energy, particularly in the form of wind turbines. Students will also be set the task of incorporating various factors to decide where to build a wind farm. A great activity for building teamwork and debating skills, as well as picking up knowledge on a very current STEM issue.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Chemistry
Renewable Energy: Driving the Future of Transport
This workshop covers the current issues surrounding sustainable transport. The workings of internal combustion engines and potential future fuels are explored via some exciting demonstrations. Students will have the opportunity to build their own hydrogen-powered model car and to consider current advances in electric vehicles.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Chemistry
Roman Archaeology
Follow our journey through Roman archaeology. Learn what archaeology is with a focus on the Romans. Enjoy activities and do your very own investigation. Learn about Roman religion, the geography of the Romans and even a bit of Latin.
Key Stage:
2
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Routes into STEM
This informative session explores the options available to your students after GCSEs. With a particular focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects. We will explain the differences between A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, IB and apprenticeships as well as hearing from students who have first hand experience.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Chemistry
Saved by the Gel
Students will learn about the pharmacy degree and the role of a pharmacist and career pathways. Students will then create their own pharmaceutical gel and package this with a label.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Medical Sciences
Saving our Seas
Find out how marine animals have adapted to such extreme environments and what happens to them when humans impact their habitats.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences
Sea, Sound and Surveying
In this hands-on workshop, students will take part in a short maths-based activity, an exercise where they get to map ‘the seafloor’ without sight and will also find out how hydrographic surveyors use sound to measure the depth of the ocean and create underwater maps.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Maths, Physics and Computing
Soldiers' Possessions
An interactive activity to help students appreciate that nontextual sources such as artefacts are important sources of information about the past. Students work in groups and investigate four genuine objects, which were among the personal possessions of a soldier fighting in the trenches during World War One.
Key Stage:
2, 3
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Spectroscopy in a Suitcase (SIAS)
We bring portable IR and/or 1H NMR spectrometers into your school or college and give students hands-on experience of running and interpreting spectra for both A Level Chemistry and BTEC Applied Sciences courses. There is also a shorter (30-60min) workshop suitable for KS4/GCSE. Curriculum links: chemistry: organic chemistry; analysis; spectroscopy.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Chemistry
Statues: Should they stay or should they go?
This session aims to develop students' critical thinking skills, by thinking about our relationship between statues and monuments. They will be using a range of different information to formulate an opinion on how history is represented in the present day.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
STEM Articulate
STEM Articulate is a fast paced game that will test your students’ knowledge of STEM. We recommend this session is booked alongside Routes into STEM or STEM Pathways.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Careers Pathways, Engineering
STEM Careers
A presentation that introduces students to the exciting world of STEM, including studying STEM at university and future career opportunities, with case studies from our graduates.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 6, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
STEM Experience Days
Come and join us on campus for a STEM Experience Day. These bespoke on-campus events allow school groups to visit campus, learn more about STEM subjects, take part in hands on practical activities and go on a campus tour.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
Full day
Format:
Activity, Presentation
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Engineering
Strawberry DNA
In this session students will learn the basics of DNA and genetics. They will then extract DNA from a strawberry, using the same principles which scientists use to extract DNA from human or other living cells.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Medical Sciences
Street Science: Story of Earth
Our Street Scientists deliver a scintillating show that tells the story of Earth, from its very first day 4.6 billion years ago right the way through to the present day. There is a variety of exciting hands-on experiments along the way. Demonstrations include dry ice, elephant’s toothpaste, fire hands and more!
Key Stage:
1, 2
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Maths, Physics and Computing
Street Science: Thinking like a Scientist
Delivered by our team of Street Scientists, this interactive workshop breaks down myths and stereotypes about careers in science. introduces students to the diversity of careers with STEM. The group will predict, experiment and observe during our interactive STEM demonstrations.
Key Stage:
2
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Computing
Street Science: Young Scientists
Our team of Street Scientists leads your group of young scientists on an adventure through the world of STEM. Visiting a variety of characters, they’ll discover the diverse range of scientific fields and take part in lots of fun activities along the way.
Key Stage:
2
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 5, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Maths, Physics and Computing
Student Finance
A step by step approach to Student Finance including the key facts on support available, a timeline for application, and part-time work as a student.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University
Student Fortunes
What’s the best thing about university? Which are the most popular subjects? Where do students spend their time? Students will compete in teams for points as they find out what our survey said.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Student Life
A presentation that explains various aspects of student life from studying at University to extracurricular activities and social life. Can be done as either a Newcastle University-specific presentation or a more general HE presentation.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Student Life Year 11
What will life as a university student be like? In this light-hearted presentation we look at all aspects of university life from what studying will be like to the types of societies you can get involved in.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Student Q&A Panel
Gain an introduction to university from our current undergraduates. We can customise this session to your requirements. For example, you might like a session that is subject-specific or centres around a particular area of student life: just let us know in advance!
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
7, 8
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Student Suitcase
Our bags are packed for university and we’re bringing them to your classroom! The Student Suitcase contains 10 essential student items – we’ll explore each item’s link to a different aspect of undergraduate life, including budgeting, living away from home and independence.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Exploring University
Study Skills
In this session we explore the skills students need to succeed in their studies and to make a successful transition to university.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
Studying the Creatives
An overview of studying, fine art, music, media, film and creative writing at Newcastle University.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Creative Arts
The Brain Game
Students learn basic elements of neuroscience covering the different brain lobes and their specific roles and functions. Students will create a 'brain cap' to be used as a revision tool and carry out some brain lobe tests to explore the different functions.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Psychology
The Elevator Pitch
This interactive session allows students to come up with, and then deliver, a Dragon’s Den-style pitch. They must be persuasive and win the backing of their peers to secure an investment. The activity is designed to help students understand the importance of being concise and confident in the fast-paced world of business.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
The Future of Farming
This session will help students unearth the challenges facing modern agriculture. As the global population rises to unprecedented levels, pressure on food production is at an all-time high. Through hands-on activities and lively debate, students will develop and discuss solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences
The Game of (Student) Life
Play our take on the Game of Life board game. Live your life as a student, doing tasks based on societies, sport, and student experience.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
50-100
Subject:
Exploring University
The Rise and Fall of Elite Athletes
Students will look at different careers within sports science and then look at the use of illegal substances in sport, how these are used and the effects they have on athletes.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Nutrition and Sport
The Trading Game
Bring the global economic market to your classroom. Students work in teams to represent a country while trading economic goods with peers. The countries have to take account of their resources and use them to gain an advantage in the global market. But the teams have to be careful – world events and the state of the world economy can complicate 'free trade'.
Key Stage:
3, 4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Transferable Skills
In this interactive activity, we ask students to think about the transferable skills you gain from extracurricular activities, before sharing their examples.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
Transition to University
Going to university is a big transition. In this presentation we look at some of the differences between sixth form/college and university. We provide key information on reading lists, teaching techniques, studying independently and how to make that successful transition to university life.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University
UCAT Preparation Workshop
This session will cover what is the UCAT and how to prepare. Students will be given a booklet and we will make our way through practice questions from each section of the test.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University, Medical Sciences
Universi-Tree
Rooted by GCSEs and branching out into degree courses, students will explore more about graduate careers as they discover and explore links between careers and subject choices.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
University Pictionary
Put what you’ve learned into practice and play a game of Pictionary! With categories covering: sports and societies, courses, student life, places, and student essentials. Learn more about higher education while releasing your inner Picasso!
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
50-100
Subject:
Exploring University
Walk on the Wild Side
How can we undo the damage that humans have caused to the natural landscape? This workshop explores rewilding projects, and students will debate current policy and land use priorities.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences
What Course
Find out about some of the courses on offer around the UK through matching course titles and modules to their description. Use this fun game to find out more about the opportunities available to you.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
50-100
Subject:
Exploring University
What Floats Your Boat?
This interactive workshop introduces physics and engineering concepts such as buoyancy and density. The students are then challenged to build a boat with specific materials and a budget.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Engineering, Maths, Physics and Computing
What is STEM?
An interactive workshop which explores the world of STEM and why students might like to pursue it. The workshop looks at how STEM has influenced our world, what studying STEM at university involves and allows students to map out possible careers in STEM.
Key Stage:
3, 4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
50-100
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Careers Pathways, Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Computing
What Job
Match the graduate to the job! Look at some graduate profiles and try and match them to their career. This activity aims to show the wide range of careers available to you after University.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Careers Pathways
Where Could Your A Levels Take You? events
We run a series of Where Could Your A Levels Take You? events on campus to support students in finding out what they could go onto study with their Biology, Chemistry, Geography, or Maths A levels. During these full day on-campus events, students will take part in three workshops, an introductory talk and more.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 6, 7
Duration:
Full day
Format:
Activity, Presentation
Group Size:
50-100
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Humanities, Maths, Physics and Computing
Why Newcastle?
Everything your students need to know about why they should be choosing Newcastle University as one of their UCAS choices. From our amazing, historical city centre campus, our research impact, our vibrant city and beautiful coastline - Newcastle University really does have it all.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
up to 30 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University
Why Study Languages after GCSE
To study languages at Uni you need to do it at A level. This interactive session highlights the benefits of studying languages and encourages students to take them at A Levels. It’s a fun session – make the quiz last a while, as that's their favourite part.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Humanities
Why Uni: Myth Buster
A comprehensive review of the reasons to consider Higher Education. Including an interactive fact or fiction section about some of the myths surrounding University life.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Why Uni: Year 10/11
Why students should consider university as an option for them. We cover the benefits of going to university, post-16 options and the various progression routes as well as the importance of choosing the right A-levels.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Exploring University
Writing Your Personal Statement
A step by step introduction to personal statements: what they are, why they are important, and what should go into a good personal statement.
Key Stage:
5
Gatsby Benchmark:
5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Applying to University
You're the Boss
Students must look at a variety of professional CVs and decide who they would want to hire to manage the launch of their company’s new product. The session aims to help students understand what makes a good CV, what employers are looking for, and what is involved in a career in management.
Key Stage:
3
Gatsby Benchmark:
4, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
Up to 30
Subject:
Humanities
Zombie Apocalypse
Zombie Apocalypse is a scenario-based activity in which the students carry out a range of STEM activities to survive. Students survive by building a shelter, deciphering coded messages and navigating a route to safety.
Key Stage:
4
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
60-120 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
30-50
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences, Maths, Physics and Computing
Zoological Discoveries
Discover what a Zoology degree involves and why it is important for us to study and protect animals. This workshop involves an interactive classification quiz, a sample of some behavioural studies and a conservation activity.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Activity
Group Size:
50-100
Subject:
Biology and Environmental Sciences
A Future in Engineering
Take an in-depth look at the range of different engineering disciplines and find out what it is like to study at university. This presentation will provide an insight into relevant career pathways and the exciting potential a future in engineering can hold.
Key Stage:
4, 5
Gatsby Benchmark:
2, 4, 5, 7
Duration:
30-60 mins
Format:
Presentation
Group Size:
Unlimited
Subject:
Engineering