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Ready to give your students a taste of university study that goes beyond the prospectus?
Our ‘Beyond the Prospectus’ Discovery Days are great opportunities for students to participate in interactive taster sessions and explore their career interests, ahead of university study.
Across a range of subjects and led by our passionate academics, students will have the opportunity to produce live talk shows at our Media and Journalism Centre, undertake forensic investigation at our Crime Scene Bungalow, and master the mind as they delve into the intricacies of Sports Psychology.
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University Centre Peterborough offers two options for your school’s discovery day.
View the full programmes below.
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At the Critical Thinkers & Creative Minds Discovery Day, students will dive into a world of innovative problem-solving and creative expression. From escaping thrilling puzzle rooms as part of our Business Management challenge, to designing robots and wind turbines within the Engineering department, this Discovery Day will ignite curiosity and spark imagination.
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The Society, Science, & Stories Discovery Day will immerse students in life’s complexities, from analysis of microscopic reactions within the Biological Sciences discipline, to exploring child cognitive, motor, social, and emotional development within Early Years Education.
We’ve got your students covered from start to finish, with free transport and a free lunch to fuel their day. Secure your school’s place, and offer your students the perfect chance to experience university life first-hand, ask all their burning questions, and discover their career interests.
Terms and conditions can be found towards the bottom of the page.
And the best part? We’ve got your students covered from start to finish with free transport* and a free lunch to fuel their day.
It’s the perfect chance for them to experience university life first-hand, ask all their burning questions, and discover their university calling.
Spaces are limited, so book your school’s session now! First come, first served.
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University Centre Peterborough earned the Silver status from the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), marking its position among the UK’s esteemed universities and underscoring its commitment to high-quality teaching and student outcomes.
The TEF panel commended UCP for its effective teaching methods, assessment strategies, and student support, which have all contributed to notable student learning advancements and achievements.
Located on Park Crescent, University Centre Peterborough forms an integral part of the city’s educational landscape, sharing its campus with Peterborough College and Greater Peterborough UTC.
Park Cres,
Peterborough,
PE1 4DZ
These Discovery Days are suitable for Yr 12 students, but Y13 students who may be changing their mind, or yet to decide if University is right for them are also welcome to attend.
Campus tours and bespoke taster days can be made throughout the year but are dependent on current course timetables. For more information, contact Rosie Maclennan at rosie.maclennan@ieg.ac.uk, who can work through a package that is suitable for you and your students.
Alternatively, students can independently visit via an open event https://ucp.ac.uk/events/ or by booking a campus tour https://ucp.ac.uk/why-choose-ucp/personalised-campus-tour/
Discovery Days are highly sought after, so programmes are pre-selected to ensure everyone can be accommodated. However, on the day if a student is keen to attend an activity they haven’t already been included in, we are happy to look at live numbers and identify where spare spaces might be available.
No, just one day. There are two ‘themes’ to choose from each day, ‘Critical Thinkers & Creative Minds’ or ‘Society, Science and Stories’.
As our Discovery Days are highly-sought after, we have introduced subject themes to help ensure everyone who wants to come can get a space. For this reason, unfortunately, we cannot mix themes at this event, but we are happy to explore accommodating additional sessions for you at a bespoke experience. For more information, contact Rosie Maclennan at rosie.maclennan@ieg.ac.uk, who can work through a package that suits you and your students.
It’s best to plan ahead, especially for popular programmes, and please note: free transportation is only offered for bookings made before 10th May.
We’re thrilled to offer your students a sneak peek at what university life is like! Here’s what they can expect:
Helping us out:
To make sure there’s enough for everyone, we ask schools to confirm the number of students attending accurately. If something changes and you need to adjust the number, please let us know as soon as possible. This helps us avoid wasted food and transportation space, and allows other students to join the fun.
How to register:
Head over to our website (Discovery Days for Schools – University Centre Peterborough (ucp.ac.uk) for all the details and to sign up your students.
Questions?
Contact Rosie Maclennan at rosie.maclennan@ieg.ac.uk or 01780 484 325.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Now training as an English teacher at a local secondary school, Emily Holman, who previously studied at St John Fisher Catholic High School, enrolled on University Centre Peterborough’s BA (Hons) Psychosocial Studies course straight from Sixth Form. “The course was the perfect fit for my interests. Very few universities offer this degree, so I was lucky to have it right on my doorstep”.
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Beth Reynolds, BSc Crime Scene and Investigative Studies graduate of University Centre Peterborough, was delighted to accept a place on the Accelerated Detective Constable Programme (ADCP) in June 2021, and says that she “couldn’t have picked a better degree to prepare for the role”.
Declan completed his degree, BSc (Hons) Business Management, at University Centre Peterborough and loved his course, “The best part about the course is the opportunity, skills and resources”. Declan explained, “It helps me further explore my interests, and the knowledge I have gained has allowed me to cultivate my passions and turn them into a meaningful future”.
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