Schools, colleges and community
Post-16 subject insight days
We’re excited to launch our Post-16 subject insight days which contain a fantastic array of academic taster sessions from across our world-class departments to help students discover what studying at university is like.
All of our subject insight days will run from 9.15am to 2.45pm, and students will have the opportunity to head on a campus tour as well as attend a variety of university support sessions so they can really experience what life as a student is like.
- Medicine and Healthcare Subject Insight Day – Thursday 10 April 2025
- School of Business Subject Insight Day – Thursday 10 April 2025
- Law, Criminology and Sociology Subject Insight Day – Wednesday 25 June 2025
- STEM Subject Insight Day – Wednesday 25 June 2025
Who’s it for?
This free-to-attend event is aimed at Year 12 students.
Bookings
We are currently only accepting bookings from school or college groups.
Register your school or college’s interest in attending
Schools or colleges that are successfully selected will be contacted within 8 weeks prior to the date chosen on the form and sent the necessary booking documentation, allowing time to make suitable travel arrangements.
What do students think about the event?
I loved how friendly everyone was and the fact that it was so easy to ask questions!
It was great that I could experience what an actual lecture would look and feel like - and being able to see the different buildings and different parts of campus.
Event questions
If you have any questions about this event, please contact progression@le.ac.uk.
Programme
Arrival from 9.15am
Our team of friendly student ambassadors will take you on an optional campus tour before the event starts at 10.00am.
Registration at 10.00am
Head to the registration desk where a member of staff will register your attendance and give you everything you need for an enjoyable day with us.
Subject insight morning workshop at 10.30am
Join your first academic session of the day and discover what it is like to study at the University of Leicester.
Lunch at 12.00pm
We recommend bringing a packed lunch with you as several of our outlets on campus are cashless.
Afternoon workshop at 1.00pm
For your afternoon workshop, you’ll have a choice of sessions depending on what day you’re attending. Sessions may include: MMI support, interview skills or a Q&A with industry professionals.