Create your future – Manchester

10:30 – 11:00: Architecture – Giant Tetrahedron Project​
University of Huddersfield

Using low tech materials, timber dowels, and elastic bands, you will be working individually and as small groups towards a collaborative final build.

11:15 – 11:45: Photography: Making a statement through photography
University of Derby

An introduction to the expansive possibilities of photography, and how you can make an important cultural contribution through unique study opportunities at university level.

12:00 – 12:30: From text to song
University of West London

Practical workshop investigating text and how this informs the singing voice.

12:45 – 13:15: Drawing, motion, and music
Liverpool Hope University

This interdisciplinary workshop will explore motion through different mediums. 

13:30 – 14:00: Talking textiles
University of Huddersfield

Make a miniature tapestry in a friendly atmosphere, whilst we answer your questions on putting together a textiles portfolio.

14:15 – 14:45: Illustration: Telling stories through art
University of Derby

Pictorial exploration of the narrative and journalistic qualities of contemporary Illustration, showing the exciting opportunities available studying the subject at degree level.

10:30 – 11:00: Photography: Making a statement through photography
University of Derby

An introduction to the expansive possibilities of photography, and how you can make an important cultural contribution through unique study opportunities at university level.

11:15 – 11:45: Helping with auditions
UCLAN

Helping students prepare for auditions/what makes a good audition.

12:00 – 12:30: Sketchbook prepping workshop
University of Huddersfield

This workshop is about how you can use sketchbooks to develop artistically and vanquish the fear of the blank page.

12:45 – 13:15: Moving image, sound, and light
Liverpool Hope University

Throughout this workshop you will explore the creative possibilities of what could make up a moving image, sound, and light. 

13:30 – 14:00: Alice Marshall – Dance
University of Derby

Join Alice Marshall for a fast-paced energetic contemporary dance workshop, which gives you a taster of what is explored on our BA(hons) Dance degree. Please wear clothes you can move freely in.

14:15 – 14:45: From text to song
University of West London

Practical workshop investigating text and how this informs the singing voice.

10:30 – 10:50: 360 video/VR seminar and engagement with leading industry festival
Sheffield Hallam University

The seminar will showcase a number of examples of 360 video documentary projects produced by our talented digital media production students. The brief challenges students to work in groups using brand new technology in the world of VR for producing interactive documentaries, telling stories, and raising important issues in a unique way. They are also given the opportunity to volunteer at a leading industry festival that takes part in the heart of the city, which leads them further into the world of documentary production and networking opportunities. 

11:10 – 11:30: Resonance
Liverpool John Moores University

A contemporary work that explores the relationship between sound and the moving body.

11:50 – 12:10: Liverpool Hope’s creative campus presents…        
Liverpool Hope University

An interdisciplinary performance showcasing the many opportunities at Liverpool Hope University's Creative Campus. 

12:30 – 12:50: Bound
Edge Hill University

Bound uses the best contemporary practice to place the live presence of the performer at the centre of the performance.

13:50 – 14:10: Hard-wired to home: the new kitchen design profession
The Kitchen Trust and Bucks New University

Discover the potential of a newly professional approach to a career in kitchen design.

10:30 – 10:50: 360 video/VR seminar and engagement with leading industry festival
Sheffield Hallam University

The seminar will showcase a number of examples of 360 video documentary projects produced by our talented Digital Media Production students. The brief challenges students to work in groups using brand new technology in the world of VR for producing interactive documentaries, telling stories and raising important issues in a unique way. They are also given the opportunity to volunteer at a leading industry festival that takes part in the heart of the city, which leads them further into the world of documentary production and networking opportunities. 

11:10 – 11:30: Resonance
Liverpool John Moores University

A contemporary work that explores the relationship between sound and the moving body.

11:50 – 12:10: Voices of Hope        
Liverpool Hope University

Voices of Hope, Liverpool Hope University's premier voice ensemble, showcases a variety of pieces.

12:30 – 12:50: Bound
Edge Hill University

Bound uses the best contemporary practice to place the live presence of the performer at the centre of the performance.

13:10 – 13:30: Music theatre medley
University of Cumbria

Students from the University of Cumbria performance courses present a musical theatre medley.  

13:50 – 14:10: Hard-wired to home: the new kitchen design profession
The Kitchen Trust and Bucks New University

Discover the potential of a newly professional approach to a career in kitchen design.

Room 1

10:30 – 11:00: Fashion
Solent University

The breadth of degrees and careers options available. The aim of this seminar is to give students an insight into the fashion industry, the vast range of degrees available for them to study, and what this can lead to once completed.

11:15 – 11:45: Applying to university through UCAS
UCAS

This session will give students an understanding of their UCAS journey, the deadlines associated with the application process, and key information about the personal statement.

12:00 – 12:30: Perfecting your portfolio
De Montfort University

Your portfolio is an important visual tool to communicate your potential, suitability, and passion for the course you would like to study.

12:45 – 13:15: Product design: Congratulations. You’ve graduated
Sheffield Hallam University

This seminar explores the future of work, and the hard and soft skills needed by the next generation of product designers.

13:30 – 14:00: Student finance
UCAS

This session provides students with information about what support is available to them, along with helpful tips on budgeting for university life.

14:15 – 14:45: Sound it out: Studying music at university
The University of Edinburgh

Find out what a degree in music looks like in 2019 and where it could take you.

Room 2

10:30 – 11:00: Creative writing
Edge Hill University

This session will give a brief introduction to the courses on offer at Edge Hill related to this subject. Students will also hear a summary of creative writing degrees at university, and what they can expect from studying the subject – including interactive activities and discussions. The students will then have an opportunity to take part in a writing activity using the techniques and skills discussed earlier. There will be a short reflection activity at the end.

11:15 – 11:45: Media and journalism 
Staffordshire University

Getting into the media industry and potential career paths.

12:00 – 12:30: Studying at a conservatoire
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

What exactly is the difference between a university and a conservatoire? Learn more about how conservatoires train practitioners of the arts.

12:45 – 13:15: Audition dos and don’ts
University of Northampton

Students can receive guidance and advice on preparing and performing well for their auditions.

13:30 – 14:00: Perfecting your portfolio
UCLAN

Learn about content, presentation, and submission (physical and digital), and general dos and don'ts when preparing your work for interviews.

14:15 – 14:45: Jewellery and metalwork: The Human Gallery
Sheffield Hallam University

Careers in jewellery and metalwork design.

Room 1

10:30 – 11:00: Fashion
Solent University

The breadth of degrees and careers options available. The aim of this seminar is to give students an insight into the fashion industry, the vast range of degrees available for them to study, and what this can lead to once completed.

11:15 – 11:45: Applying to university through UCAS
UCAS

This session will give students an understanding of their UCAS journey, the deadlines associated with the application process, and key information about the personal statement.

12:00 – 12:30: Perfecting your portfolio
De Montfort University

Your portfolio is an important visual tool to communicate your potential, suitability, and passion for the course you would like to study.

12:45 – 13:15: Live events industry
Backstage Academy

Explore the huge range of careers in the production side of live events, with a focus on breath-taking live visuals. 

13:30 – 14:00: Student finance
UCAS

This session provides students with information about what support is available to them, along with helpful tips on budgeting for university life.

14:15 – 14:45: Sound it out: Studying music at university
The University of Edinburgh

Find out what a degree in music looks like in 2019 and where it could take you.

Room 2

10:30 – 11:00 – Creative writing
Edge Hill University

This session will give a brief introduction to the courses on offer at Edge Hill related to this subject. Students will also hear a summary of creative writing degrees at university, and what they can expect from studying the subject – including interactive activities and discussions. The students will then have an opportunity to take part in a writing activity using the techniques and skills discussed earlier. There will be a short reflection activity at the end.

11:15 – 11:45: Media and journalism
Staffordshire University

Getting into the media industry and potential career paths.

12:00 – 12:30: Studying at a conservatoire
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

What exactly is the difference between a university and a conservatoire? Learn more about how conservatoires train practitioners of the arts.

12:45 – 13:15: Audition dos and don’ts
University of Northampton

Students can receive guidance and advice on preparing and performing well for their auditions.

13:30 – 14:00: Perfecting your portfolio
UCLAN

Learn about content, presentation, and submission (physical and digital), and general dos and don'ts when preparing your work for interviews.

14:15 – 14:45: Fine art: Questioning diversity and difference in art and design
Sheffield Hallam University

My reflections as a British-born Chinese working-class male from Eccles (who also happens to be gay!) on how I balance my personal, academic, and professional life.