HSS Placement Students

Welcome to our Open Experience Day

We can't wait to welcome you to the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. You can search for your Open Experience Day course session below.  

All our activities and sessions are based in Park Building (), Map Reference 11. 

 

Faculty Information Fair


Our drop-in information Fair runs from 10.00am - 3.00pm.

Join us in Park Building and get a taste for life as a Humanities and Social Sciences student. Talk to our knowledgeable staff and students and find out more about our innovative approach to teaching and the wide variety of opportunities and experiences available to support your journey to graduation.

 

Parents and Supporters Talk


11.05am - 12.00pm, Park Building, (), Map Reference 11. 

Whilst you are learning more about your course, parents and guardians can hear about our ethos and the overall student experience offered by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. They will discover more about the many ways we support our students, and how our passion for high quality, innovative teaching equips our students with both the skills and the knowledge required to be employable graduates

 

Course sessions


Search for your Open Experience Day course session below to see more information, including the time and location of each session.

 

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences course sessions

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11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Step into an interactive session that challenges the way we think about childhood, learning, and society. You鈥檒l explore big questions like: How do children and young people make sense of their world? How do environments shape development? And how does research influence real-life practice?

Expect lively discussion, critical thinking, and fresh perspectives on identity, inequality, and opportunity. You鈥檒l see how our degrees help you build skills employers value - like analysing evidence, communicating ideas, and solving problems.

Find out how these skills open doors to careers in education, early years, youth work, social research, digital content creation, marketing, consultancy, and more. If you鈥檙e curious about shaping futures and making a difference, this is your chance to experience what studying with us is all about.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Step into an interactive session that challenges the way we think about childhood, learning, and society. You鈥檒l explore big questions like: How do children and young people make sense of their world? How do environments shape development? And how does research influence real-life practice?

Expect lively discussion, critical thinking, and fresh perspectives on identity, inequality, and opportunity. You鈥檒l see how our degrees help you build skills employers value - like analysing evidence, communicating ideas, and solving problems.

Find out how these skills open doors to careers in education, early years, youth work, social research, digital content creation, marketing, consultancy, and more. If you鈥檙e curious about shaping futures and making a difference, this is your chance to experience what studying with us is all about.

 

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Step into an interactive session that challenges the way we think about childhood, learning, and society. You鈥檒l explore big questions like: How do children and young people make sense of their world? How do environments shape development? And how does research influence real-life practice?

Expect lively discussion, critical thinking, and fresh perspectives on identity, inequality, and opportunity. You鈥檒l see how our degrees help you build skills employers value - like analysing evidence, communicating ideas, and solving problems.

Find out how these skills open doors to careers in education, early years, youth work, social research, digital content creation, marketing, consultancy, and more. If you鈥檙e curious about shaping futures and making a difference, this is your chance to experience what studying with us is all about.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm  (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Ever wondered how experts track down cybercriminals? In this hands-on session, you鈥檒l take on the role of a cybercrime investigator and tackle a realistic scenario involving data breaches, phishing attacks, or ransomware.

You鈥檒l learn how professionals uncover attack vectors, assess impact, and apply investigative techniques to solve digital crimes. Along the way, discover the tools and skills used in the field - and what it takes to build a career in cybercrime or digital forensics.

Wrap up by chatting with our staff and students, asking questions, and sharing insights. Whether you鈥檙e curious about cybersecurity or aiming for a future in criminology, this is your chance to experience the challenges and rewards of fighting crime in the digital age.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Step into the shoes of a crime analyst and explore how data shapes decisions in policing and community safety. In this interactive workshop, you鈥檒l work with real examples of serious violent crime mapped across a city. Your challenge? Identify potential hotspots and decide where police patrols should focus.

You鈥檒l also look beyond enforcement - considering how youth services, housing organisations, mental health charities, and local councils can work together to tackle root causes of crime. This session is all about analytical thinking, teamwork, and understanding the bigger picture of crime prevention.

If you鈥檙e curious about criminology, policing, or community safety, this is your chance to experience the strategies professionals use to reduce violence and create safer communities.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Ever wondered how experts track down cybercriminals? In this hands-on session, you鈥檒l take on the role of a cybercrime investigator and tackle a realistic scenario involving data breaches, phishing attacks, or ransomware.

You鈥檒l learn how professionals uncover attack vectors, assess impact, and apply investigative techniques to solve digital crimes. Along the way, discover the tools and skills used in the field - and what it takes to build a career in cybercrime or digital forensics.

Wrap up by chatting with our staff and students, asking questions, and sharing insights. Whether you鈥檙e curious about cybersecurity or aiming for a future in criminology, this is your chance to experience the challenges and rewards of fighting crime in the digital age.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm  (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Ever wondered what it鈥檚 like to uncover vital evidence at a crime scene? In this immersive session, you鈥檒l walk through a realistic crime scene and use forensic recovery techniques employed by frontline investigation teams. Will you be able to identify a possible suspect?

You鈥檒l also explore how forensic evidence is analysed and how it fits into a criminal investigation, giving you a real taste of the skills that professionals use every day.

Discover how our Criminology with Forensic Investigation degree equips you with practical expertise and analytical thinking - opening doors to careers in policing, forensic services, and criminal justice. If you鈥檙e curious about solving crimes and making a difference, this is your chance to experience it first-hand.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm  (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for an interactive experience where you鈥檒l analyse a criminal offence through a psychological lens. Starting at the crime scene, you鈥檒l consider what the evidence reveals about the victim and the perpetrator - and how these insights shape an investigation.

Discover how understanding offender psychology can help solve crimes and secure convictions. You鈥檒l explore the connections between behaviour, motivation, and justice, and see how our Criminology and Psychology degree prepares you to work with individuals and agencies across the criminal justice system.

This is your chance to ask questions, meet our staff and students, and experience how psychology and criminology combine to tackle real-world challenges.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm  (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Step into an interactive session that challenges the way we think about childhood, learning, and society. You鈥檒l explore big questions like: How do children and young people make sense of their world? How do environments shape development? And how does research influence real-life practice?

Expect lively discussion, critical thinking, and fresh perspectives on identity, inequality, and opportunity. You鈥檒l see how our degrees help you build skills employers value - like analysing evidence, communicating ideas, and solving problems.

Find out how these skills open doors to careers in education, early years, youth work, social research, digital content creation, marketing, consultancy, and more. If you鈥檙e curious about shaping futures and making a difference, this is your chance to experience what studying with us is all about.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Step into an interactive session that challenges the way we think about childhood, learning, and society. You鈥檒l explore big questions like: How do children and young people make sense of their world? How do environments shape development? And how does research influence real-life practice?

Expect lively discussion, critical thinking, and fresh perspectives on identity, inequality, and opportunity. You鈥檒l see how our degrees help you build skills employers value - like analysing evidence, communicating ideas, and solving problems.

Find out how these skills open doors to careers in education, early years, youth work, social research, digital content creation, marketing, consultancy, and more. If you鈥檙e curious about shaping futures and making a difference, this is your chance to experience what studying with us is all about.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Discover what it鈥檚 like to study English Literature at 兔子先生 in this three-part interactive experience. First, you鈥檒l get an overview of the course and the exciting optional modules available to both single and combined honours students.

Next, join a Q&A with current students to hear about their experiences and opportunities beyond the classroom. Finally, take part in a taster seminar led by one of our lecturers, where you鈥檒l explore a close reading of prose or poetry by writers such as Charles Dickens, Sally Rooney, or Rita Dove.

If you鈥檙e passionate about literature and want to develop skills in analysis, interpretation, and critical thinking, this session is the perfect way to experience what studying English at 兔子先生 is all about.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Curious about how language shapes the way we think and interact? This session introduces you to our BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics degree and what your first year could look like. You鈥檒l get an overview of core modules such as How Language Works and Investigating Language Practices, and discover how the course examines the relationship between language, the mind, and society.

You鈥檒l meet current students who鈥檒l share their experiences, including optional work placements and opportunities like learning a foreign language for free. Then, take part in an interactive workshop where you鈥檒l analyse real examples of communication and see how linguistic concepts apply to everyday life.

If you鈥檙e passionate about language and want to develop skills that open doors to careers in education, publishing, media, and beyond, this is your chance to experience what studying with us is all about.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Discover what it鈥檚 like to study English Literature at 兔子先生 in this three-part interactive experience. First, you鈥檒l get an overview of the course and the exciting optional modules available to both single and combined honours students.

Next, join a Q&A with current students to hear about their experiences and opportunities beyond the classroom. Finally, take part in a taster seminar led by one of our lecturers, where you鈥檒l explore a close reading of prose or poetry by writers such as Charles Dickens, Sally Rooney, or Rita Dove.

If you鈥檙e passionate about literature and want to develop skills in analysis, interpretation, and critical thinking, this session is the perfect way to experience what studying English at 兔子先生 is all about.

Session details
11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Discover what it鈥檚 like to study English Literature at 兔子先生 in this three-part interactive experience. First, you鈥檒l get an overview of the course and the exciting optional modules available to both single and combined honours students.

Next, join a Q&A with current students to hear about their experiences and opportunities beyond the classroom. Finally, take part in a taster seminar led by one of our lecturers, where you鈥檒l explore a close reading of prose or poetry by writers such as Charles Dickens, Sally Rooney, or Rita Dove.

If you鈥檙e passionate about literature and want to develop skills in analysis, interpretation, and critical thinking, this session is the perfect way to experience what studying English at 兔子先生 is all about.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a three-part interactive session that brings history to life. First, you鈥檒l get an overview of the course and the exciting opportunities available to you at 兔子先生. Then, experience our teaching style in a seminar led by one of our History lecturers.

A member of the History team will guide you in discussion of how music and culture are used as primary sources, reflecting concerns around political and social events in the past.  This session will look at music and culture as a source of history, that can help us to appreciate oral culture to understand slavery, racial aparthied, civil rights, the global Cold War, and Reagan's America. 

Finally, meet our staff and students in a Q&A to learn more about the student experience and the skills you鈥檒l gain to shape your future.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm  (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a three-part interactive session that brings history to life. First, you鈥檒l get an overview of the course and the exciting opportunities available to you at 兔子先生. Then, experience our teaching style in a seminar led by one of our History lecturers.

A member of the History team will guide you in discussion of how music and culture are used as primary sources, reflecting concerns around political and social events in the past.  This session will look at music and culture as a source of history, that can help us to appreciate oral culture to understand slavery, racial aparthied, civil rights, the global Cold War, and Reagan's America. 

Finally, meet our staff and students in a Q&A to learn more about the student experience and the skills you鈥檒l gain to shape your future.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Interested in a degree that lets you explore big ideas and tackle real-world challenges? Our BA (Hons) Humanities and Social Sciences is an exciting, interdisciplinary course designed for those who want flexibility and breadth in their studies.

You鈥檒l learn how subjects like history, literature, sociology, politics, and international development connect to global issues and everyday life. This degree helps you develop critical thinking, research, and communication skills that employers value across sectors - from education and media to public service and international organisations.

As part of this session, you鈥檒l discover how the course works and then join one of our subject-specific experiential workshops in one of the following course areas: History, English Literature, Sociology, or International Relations, Development and Politics. It鈥檚 the perfect way to experience the variety and opportunities this degree offers.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a relaxed, interactive workshop exploring how social media influences the way we think about politics. Working in small groups, you鈥檒l look at different ways platforms can shape opinions - through things like algorithms, influencers, echo chambers, and political advertising - using your own experiences and observations.

You鈥檒l then share ideas on whether social media mostly reinforces what people already believe or changes their views, and think about which groups might be most affected. Each group will create a simple mini-poster to capture your thoughts and present it to the room.

This session is a great way to get involved in discussion, work with others, and see how our Politics, International Relations, and International Development courses tackle real-world issues in a digital age.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a relaxed, interactive workshop exploring how social media influences the way we think about politics. Working in small groups, you鈥檒l look at different ways platforms can shape opinions - through things like algorithms, influencers, echo chambers, and political advertising - using your own experiences and observations.

You鈥檒l then share ideas on whether social media mostly reinforces what people already believe or changes their views, and think about which groups might be most affected. Each group will create a simple mini-poster to capture your thoughts and present it to the room.

This session is a great way to get involved in discussion, work with others, and see how our Politics, International Relations, and International Development courses tackle real-world issues in a digital age.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm  (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a relaxed, interactive workshop exploring how social media influences the way we think about politics. Working in small groups, you鈥檒l look at different ways platforms can shape opinions - through things like algorithms, influencers, echo chambers, and political advertising - using your own experiences and observations.

You鈥檒l then share ideas on whether social media mostly reinforces what people already believe or changes their views, and think about which groups might be most affected. Each group will create a simple mini-poster to capture your thoughts and present it to the room.

This session is a great way to get involved in discussion, work with others, and see how our Politics, International Relations, and International Development courses tackle real-world issues in a digital age.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a relaxed, interactive workshop exploring how social media influences the way we think about politics. Working in small groups, you鈥檒l look at different ways platforms can shape opinions - through things like algorithms, influencers, echo chambers, and political advertising - using your own experiences and observations.

You鈥檒l then share ideas on whether social media mostly reinforces what people already believe or changes their views, and think about which groups might be most affected. Each group will create a simple mini-poster to capture your thoughts and present it to the room.

This session is a great way to get involved in discussion, work with others, and see how our Politics, International Relations, and International Development courses tackle real-world issues in a digital age.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a relaxed, interactive workshop exploring how social media influences the way we think about politics. Working in small groups, you鈥檒l look at different ways platforms can shape opinions - through things like algorithms, influencers, echo chambers, and political advertising - using your own experiences and observations.

You鈥檒l then share ideas on whether social media mostly reinforces what people already believe or changes their views, and think about which groups might be most affected. Each group will create a simple mini-poster to capture your thoughts and present it to the room.

This session is a great way to get involved in discussion, work with others, and see how our Politics, International Relations, and International Development courses tackle real-world issues in a digital age.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Step into our interpreting suite and experience what it鈥檚 like to work as a professional interpreter. This interactive session gives you a real insight into the skills and techniques used in the field.

You鈥檒l also explore a new language in a fun, hands-on taster activity designed to spark your curiosity and confidence. Along the way, we鈥檒l share how our language degree programmes work, including the flexibility to personalise your studies with specialisms that align with your career goals.

If you鈥檙e curious about languages, culture, and global communication, this session is a great opportunity to discover where a Modern Languages degree can take you.

Session details 

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a relaxed, interactive workshop exploring how social media influences the way we think about politics. Working in small groups, you鈥檒l look at different ways platforms can shape opinions - through things like algorithms, influencers, echo chambers, and political advertising - using your own experiences and observations.

You鈥檒l then share ideas on whether social media mostly reinforces what people already believe or changes their views, and think about which groups might be most affected. Each group will create a simple mini-poster to capture your thoughts and present it to the room.

This session is a great way to get involved in discussion, work with others, and see how our Politics, International Relations, and International Development courses tackle real-world issues in a digital age.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for a relaxed, interactive workshop exploring how social media influences the way we think about politics. Working in small groups, you鈥檒l look at different ways platforms can shape opinions - through things like algorithms, influencers, echo chambers, and political advertising - using your own experiences and observations.

You鈥檒l then share ideas on whether social media mostly reinforces what people already believe or changes their views, and think about which groups might be most affected. Each group will create a simple mini-poster to capture your thoughts and present it to the room.

This session is a great way to get involved in discussion, work with others, and see how our Politics, International Relations, and International Development courses tackle real-world issues in a digital age.

Session details 

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Join us for an interactive introduction to our BEd (Hons) Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status programme. We鈥檒l start with an overview of what you鈥檒l study in your first year, including key themes such as the foundations of teaching, core approaches to primary education, and promoting equality and inclusion in the classroom.

You鈥檒l then hear from current students about their experiences on teaching placements and in specialist settings - from working in SEN schools to unique opportunities with organisations like zoos.

Finally, take part in a practical workshop led by experienced teaching professionals. You鈥檒l join activities that mirror real classroom scenarios and explore how to develop your own teaching style to make a positive impact on young learners.

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

 

Session details 

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 17

 

Discover what it鈥檚 like to train as a social worker in this interactive session. You鈥檒l start with a realistic risk assessment simulation, entering our specially designed flat to identify potential dangers in a home environment where challenges such as alcohol misuse, mental health issues, and neglect are present.

Next, take part in a decision-making workshop where you鈥檒l explore structured approaches to safeguarding and discuss real-life dilemmas. You鈥檒l also practice rapport-building techniques that are essential for engaging families in crisis and building trust.

Along the way, you鈥檒l meet current social work students, hear from service users with lived experience of disability and mental health challenges, and have the chance to ask our teaching staff questions about careers and the course.

Session details 

11.00am - 1.00pm  (session duration 2 hours)
 
Map Reference: 11

 

Curious about how society shapes our lives? In this interactive session, you鈥檒l experience what it鈥檚 like to study Sociology at university by exploring the theme of education today.

Together, we鈥檒l ask questions such as: What factors influence the educational experiences of children and young people? How has education changed over recent generations? And what might the future look like? You鈥檒l see how sociology helps us understand these issues and why it matters in the world we live in.

You鈥檒l also meet members of our teaching team and recent graduates, giving you the chance to ask questions and learn more about the opportunities a Sociology degree offers - from careers in social research and policy to roles in education, media, and community development.

Session details

11.00am - 1.00pm  (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Curious about how society shapes our lives? In this interactive session, you鈥檒l experience what it鈥檚 like to study Sociology at university by exploring the theme of education today.

Together, we鈥檒l ask questions such as: What factors influence the educational experiences of children and young people? How has education changed over recent generations? And what might the future look like? You鈥檒l see how sociology helps us understand these issues and why it matters in the world we live in.

You鈥檒l also meet members of our teaching team and recent graduates, giving you the chance to ask questions and learn more about the opportunities a Sociology degree offers - from careers in social research and policy to roles in education, media, and community development.

Session details 

11.00am - 1.00pm (session duration 2 hours)

Map Reference: 11

 

Curious about how society shapes our lives? In this interactive session, you鈥檒l experience what it鈥檚 like to study Sociology at university by exploring the theme of education today.

Together, we鈥檒l ask questions such as: What factors influence the educational experiences of children and young people? How has education changed over recent generations? And what might the future look like? You鈥檒l see how sociology helps us understand these issues and why it matters in the world we live in.

You鈥檒l also meet members of our teaching team and recent graduates, giving you the chance to ask questions and learn more about the opportunities a Sociology degree offers - from careers in social research and policy to roles in education, media, and community development.