Prospective employers have indicated repeatedly they want graduates who can solve problems creatively.
In this masterclass, you’ll learn academic research skills and participate in discussions about contemporary issues related to children, young people and families.
You will have the opportunity to develop your own creative, practical activity based on a relevant issue that can be used with children, young people and families.
This could be story-based, a game, toolkit, puzzle or quiz. It’s up to you to choose what to create.
The session will be delivered by a leading member of academic staff and has been designed for anyone who has an interest in pursuing a career working with children, young people and families in a diverse range of settings.
Masterclass award
You will be made a reduced offer of up to 24 UCAS points for attending this masterclass**
**See T&Cs for more information
Terms and conditions
Why attend a masterclass?
Our masterclasses are designed to give future students like you a flavour of what it is really like to study at university and hand you all that's needed to successfully step into a degree to kick-start your career. Delivered by a leading member of academic staff, these sessions are suitable for students studying A-levels and other level 3 qualifications.
From our masterclasses, you’ll:
- Take part in real research
- Gain an excellent example to give your personal statement the edge
- Enrich your current studies and explore beyond the boundaries of your current knowledge
- Sample a subject that ignites your interest and make sure it’s the correct course for you
- Get a unique chance to push your passion further
- Earn extra UCAS points to boost your application with UoC
Spaces are limited, so if you’re considering a future working with children, young people and families, book now.
How to get here
Driving
The Fusehill Street campus is easily accessible. The postcode for sat navs is CA1 2HH.
Leaving the M6 at junction 43 bear left onto Warwick Road for approximately 1.5 miles before turning left onto Greystone Road. Take the sixth left turn onto Fusehill Street. The campus entrance is on your right hand side.
Parking
Limited free parking is available on campus. Please collect a permit from one of our helpful student ambassadors on the day. Alternative parking is available at Cecil Street Car Park. Click here for directions.
Train
Carlisle railway station is about a ten minute walk from campus. Taxis are readily available outside the railway station.
