Masterclass Menu 2019/20

Immerse your students in HE learning environments, with hands-on experiences that showcase a subject-specialism at one of our partner providers. Subjects include Arts & Humanities / Science & Engineering / Business & Professional Services / Sport, Leisure & Tourism / Medicine, Health & Social Sciences /Education.

To arrange a booking and discuss travel arrangements, please contact the host institution. Contact information is provided at the end of this document.

*Please note all dates are subject to change, and booking requests will be allocated on a fair case-by-case basis.

Arts & Humanities

Masterclass Year Who? When? Description Location Vision Mix 9-13 Groups On- Using state-of-the-art broadcast vision mixing equipment and a green screen College of of 15 request studio, your students will form a production crew to manage a live TV broadcast. Art (target They will learn how to create digital news content for production, as well as how & WP) to direct 'talent' for live broadcast events. Hot Glass 9-13 Groups of On- Working with hot glass, your students will pay homage to Jackson Pollock using of 10 (target request hot, liquid glass from the furnace. Exploring the properties of hot glass, each Art & WP) student will make a unique sample for their portfolios and to take home.

Textiles 9-13 Groups of On- Think like a textile designer and experiment with unconventional mixed media Plymouth College of Mash-up 10 (target request samples to create a new mood. Students will combine the rough with the smooth Art (or at your school) & WP) and the grimy with the shiny, interrogating material to create a fashion or interiors vision. Digital 9-12 Groups of On- Discover the rapidly changing creative industries, with expert staff from FdA Design 15 (target request Graphic Design and FdA Media. This practical workshop allows students to tour (University Centre) & WP) the department, meet industry professionals, pick-up new skills and view real portfolios.

Media 12 Groups On- Peek behind the scenes of theatre and film, with a unique opportunity to learn Bridgwater & Taunton Makeup of 15 request about special effects and prosthetic make-up application. Students will be (UCS) (target immersed in a creative arts environment, with industry materials and expert & WP) guidance. Music & 12 20 students On- Experience Acting, Dance or Choreography at The Academy of Music and Theatre Arts max request Theatre Art (AMATA). This impressive working venue comprises of eleven (target performance and rehearsal spaces, a flexible theatre space, 650 square metres & WP) of sprung dance floors, live rooms, control rooms, and digital/analogue equipment. Game Design 12 20 students On Conceptualise games and digital products using professional-standard studios Falmouth University max request and equipment. Students will develop their technical skills whilst gaining industry (target expertise from professionals who have worked at Blizzard, EA Games, ZeniMax & WP) and Square-Enix. There will also be opportunity to visit real student accommodation at Glasney Village. Art & 12/13 Groups of Oct 16th Challenge your students’ creativity skills with a masterclass on visual Illustration 20 (target 2019 communication. From traditional mediums to new technologies this session will & WP) broaden horizons and build confidence, whilst signposting artistic disciplines on offer at HE level. Film 12/13/ 2 x Jan 2020 See how media make-up and moving image experts work in harmony to create City College Plymouth Production & Level 3 groups of (date cinematic stories. Groups will be split in two; one session on prosthetic Prosthetics 15 (target tbc) application, whilst the others learn filming and production principles. This & WP) masterclass culminates in a ‘Zombie Challenge’, allowing students to capture their efforts on camera.

Science & Engineering

Masterclass Year Who? When? Description Location SPARK 7-10 28 students On- A diverse series of investigatory workshops led by a specialised STEM The request Coordinator. Schools can select one or more themes to be delivered on campus Group (or at your or in school. Topics include science history, soil and land, mining and school) renewables, aeronautical engineering, horticulture and plastic pollution. Students will leave with increased confidence in their ability to tackle complex challenges, and an improved knowledge of STEAM pathways. Robotics 10-12 30 students Autumn Working with Spheros robots, students will get stuck into code programming. University of max 2019/ Harnessing communication and teamwork, each group will enjoy a practical Plymouth (target & Spring exploration of robotics and computing, alongside the relevant task theory. WP) 2020 / Summer 2020 Marine 10-13 40 students On- Explore the hidden depths of FdSc/HNC Marine Technologies and FdSc Yacht University Centre Engineering max request Operations, with a unique opportunity to learn about the global industry. South Devon (target Students will be immersed in the marine environment at the unique Noss students & Marina with industry equipment and expert guidance both on and off the WP) water.

Computing 12 Groups On- Develop digital skills through practical, computer-based problem solving. Bridgwater & Taunton of 12 (target & request Students learn to collaborate, code and create, through hands-on experience (UCS) WP) with state-of-the-art technology. Session topics include: Programming and Robotics, 3D Printing and Virtual Reality, or Cyber Security and Cryptography.

Technology, 12/13/ Groups of 32 July 2020 Get stuck into manufacturing, engineering and technology, with this overview City College Plymouth Marine & Level 3 (target & of local industry. From Marine Autonomous Vehicles to civil engineering, Renewables WP) electricity to renewable energy this activity offers a bit of everything, with support from expert staff.

Animal 12/13/ 30 students Feb 2020 Do you know any aspiring animal psychologists or vets? This exciting The Cornwall College Behaviour & Level 3 max masterclass offers a glimpse behind the scenes of wildlife welfare, highlighting Group (Bicton Welfare (target animal education programmes in the South West. College) students)

Zoology 10-13/ 30 students 15th Oct Go where the wild things are and discover the field of zoology. This exciting The Cornwall College Level 3 max 2019 workshop highlights the importance of conservation and shows you a world Group (Cornwall (target where you can make a real difference. College Newquay & students Newquay Zoo)

Horticulture 12/13/ 30 students June You may have visited the Eden Project, but did you know you can do a The Cornwall College Level 3 max 2020 university degree there? Discover the science of plant life through hands-on Group (Eden (target botanical workshops, highlighting careers in horticulture. Learning Campus) students

Business & Professional Services

Masterclass Year Who? When? Description Location Business & IT 12 Groups of 15 On Interrogate the future of business through group discussion and industry Exeter College (target request expertise. What does it take to create a start-up? What factors determine students & success? This informative session introduces business theory, research and WP) planning, whilst providing students with relatable role models (e.g. a former business apprentice now working at a major local landmark), and HE quality teaching. Digital 12/13/ 30 students Dec 2020 From computer programming to software development, mobile apps to web UX The Cornwall Software Level 3 max the digital sector is constantly innovating. This cutting-edge field requires College Group (target analytical thinking, attention to detail and problem-solving skills in order to build (Camborne) students & and test data. Students will see first-hand how maths and communication skills WP) can translate into a bright future in digital degrees, apprenticeships and graduate opportunities.

Sport, Leisure & Tourism

Masterclass Year Who? When? Description Location Sports 12 Groups of 15 On request Highlighting the link between sports and biology, this memorable session allows Bridgwater & Science (target students to monitor oxygen levels within a muscle, broadening their Taunton students & understanding of HE pathways linked to physical education. WP) Sports 12/13/ Two groups of Weds 13th Enter the HE sports laboratory and interact with cutting-edge equipment used City College Science & Level 3 20 students Nov 2019 by professional sports teams. This practical session is designed to build students Plymouth Technology (target & understanding of the role of science and technology in physical health and WP) performance, whilst meeting HE lecturers with specialist knowledge.

Sports 9-12 Two groups of On- Do your students have a passion for sport? Plan a memorable trip to the Sport Plymouth Marjon Science 20 (target request Science Lab - home to state-of-the-art biomechanics and physiology research. University students & Students will explore techniques used in elite sports performance, health and WP) exercise, including visits to an environmental chamber, reaction wall and anti-gravity treadmill.

Sports 10-12 Groups of 20 Wednesday An opportunity to visit a Russell Group University and take part in exercise University of Science 22nd April testing in the Sports Labs, learn from academics involved in innovative research Exeter (St Luke’s and meet industry professionals. Students will explore the impact of science on Campus) physical health and sports performance, investigate future pathways in HE and sports science related careers. Sports 12 15 per group On- What does it take to recover from injury? In this practical session students can Truro & Penwith Rehabilitation request gain hands-on experience using clinical assessment methods, sports massage College and kinesiology taping all integral skills within the sport, health and the rehabilitation field.

Medicine, Health & Social

Masterclass Year Who? When? Description Location Medicine 10-12 Groups of 30 Spring Term Immerse your students in the medical field, with simulation tools and hands University of (target 2020 on activities, aided by the Medical Mavericks. This unforgettable workshop Exeter (Devon students & asks students to practice key-hole surgery, administer injections and take Campus) WP) their own blood pressure, introducing dozens of careers in the NHS and beyond.

*We recommend booking this masterclass as part of a carousel day. Adult 10-12 30 students Autumn What is life on a nursing ward like? With the support of HE academics, University of Nursing max 2019/Spring students will learn clinical skills such as handwashing, identifying parts of the Plymouth (target 2020/Summer body, taking a pulse and temperature as well as basic life support. Students students & 2020 will also be introduced to the Health sector through academic led talks, a WP) campus tour of facilities and relevant course application guidance.

Medical 12 Up to 75 16th Dec 2019 Taking place at Truro’s Knowledge Spa, this medical sciences day will include University of Science students keynote presentations, a tour of the facility and your choice of two taster Exeter (Cornwall (target sessions. Sessions include; Nursing, Neuroscience, Medical Sciences, Exercise Campus) students & and Sports Science. Students will work alongside current HE students from WP) the Medical School and see up close, a day in the life of a real medical student.

*We recommend booking this as a pre-cursor to the Biology & Forensics Masterclass at Falmouth University, Penryn Campus. (VIVIT) 12/13 17th Dec 2019 Experience a live operating theatre, with the world’s only semi-synthetic Falmouth Biology & Level 3 post-mortem investigation (provided by VIVIT). This one-day surgical University Up to 100 Forensics masterclass will increase students’ understanding of courses relating to (Penryn Campus) students biology, forensics, criminology, sport science, and health & social care. (target

students only *We recommend booking this as a follow-up to the Medical Science masterclass at the (Cornwall campus).

Education

Masterclass Year Who? When? Description Location Teaching & 12/13 Groups of 20 October 16th What does it take to become a teacher? Encourage students to think of Petroc Education Level 3 (target 2019 teaching as a career path through interactive workshops on interpersonal students & communication skills, motivating others and staying on-task. Routed in WP) theories on learning and development, this workshop will particularly capture the imagination of students interested in sociology, psychology, and language.

Booking Information

HE Provider Contact Name Email Address Bridgwater & Taunton (University Centre Lucy Yarde [email protected] Somerset) City College Plymouth Ben Ozanne / Mary Coles [email protected] / [email protected] The Cornwall College Group Nicholas Worley / Liam Marsh [email protected] / [email protected] Exeter College Debra Francis / Hiba Choueiri [email protected] / [email protected] Falmouth University Katie Ellis [email protected] Petroc College Christine Ridgeon [email protected] Melissa Finch [email protected] Plymouth Marjon University Maciej Krzyminski / Nadine Johns [email protected] / [email protected] Truro & Penwith College Heather Venables / Marie Osborne [email protected] University Centre South Devon Peter Reeves / Ewa Fojt [email protected] / [email protected] University of Exeter (Devon campus) Hetty Upton [email protected] University of Exeter (Cornwall campus) Charlotte Bailey/ Jessica Rule [email protected] Emma Hooper / Gemma Mayhew [email protected] / [email protected] Yeovil College Tori Masters [email protected]

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