Book pre-16 subject taster days
Help your students get closer to the subjects they love
At Portsmouth, we aim to give our students the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to shape their lives as they see fit.
Step into this vibrant world at our Discovery Days and let your students get hands-on with the subjects they love – while exploring state-of-the-art facilities like our Immersive Centre for Creative and Extended Reality, Replica Courtrooms, and Professional Interpreter Training Suites.
Whether they're stargazing, time-traveling to the Tudor era, or presiding as judge and jury – the opportunities for inspiration are limitless at Discovery Days.
And we'll delve into our world-changing research, in dynamic format, suitable for multiple key stages.
Book your class now
Astrophysics Discovery Day
21 May 2024: Book now
Key Stage 4
Join Dr. Jenn Gupta on an awe-inspiring journey through the depths of space exploration. Your students will get involved in interactive workshops, experience breathtaking stargazing, and witness thrilling astronomical observations that promise to unveil an entirely new cosmos for them.
Max booking: 30 students per school.
Biomedical Science Discovery Day
6 June 2024
Key Stage 4
Your class will explore the fascinating workings of the human body, discover the science behind illnesses and get hands-on with mannequins, pipettes and bloodwork.
Max booking: 10 students per school.
Register your interest for 2024/25 Discovery Days
Although these events have already taken place, you can still secure your spot for the upcoming 2024/25 days. Simply register your interest below, and our team will contact you to confirm dates and your place as soon as possible.
Dental Discovery Day
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Is your class curious about teeth and oral health?
Dive into the captivating world of dentistry to explore the secrets of smiling and dental procedures up close.
Creative Discovery Day
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Help students immerse themselves in the exciting world of Extended Reality (XR) technology. Join us explore Motion Capture (MoCap), Virtual Production, and Virtual Reality (VR) headsets, and give your students a taste of life in a completely different, immersive realm.
History Discovery Day
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Journey with your class to unearth the untold stories, hidden secrets, and valuable lessons of the past. Together, we'll explore pivotal historical moments and understand how the past continues to shape the world we live in today.
Languages Discovery Day
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Immerse your students in the beauty of language using our specialised interpretation and translation suites. At a time where languages can take you almost anywhere, they'll explore the diversity and beauty of languages from across Europe.
Law Discovery Day
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Step into the dynamic world of Law within our authentic replica courtroom. Here, your students will breathe life into compelling debates on pressing topics and explore their passion for justice in the legal system.
Economics Discovery Day
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Embark on an Economics adventure as students unravel global economic impacts. Utilise our replica Bloomberg suite to engage with real-time financial data, linking theory to tangible consequences.
Enquire about a Subject Discovery Day*
Our Discover Days will allow your students to experience their favourite subjects at our vibrant Portsmouth campus. Complete your request now for one of our upcoming Discover Days, and let us know how many students you'd like to bring and their year group.
*Please note: your place is not confirmed until a member of our Discover Days Team reaches out to confirm your place and booking.
For any questions about our Discover Days, please contact upforuni@port.ac.uk.