Engineering Outreach

We offer a range of activities, both on and off campus, that are perfect to excite your students across the breadth of Engineering courses that we offer. We can run activities covering any of the following areas: Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Motorsport Engineering, and Sound, Light and Live Event Engineering.

We also offer outreach activities in related areas such as Architecture. 

Whether it's part of a campus visit, an in-person session at your school or college, or a virtual experience, we're here to inspire and engage your students throughout the year. Some of our activities are set on particular dates throughout the academic year. If you are not able to make these particular dates, but are still interested, then please let us know and we can look to arrange a bespoke activity for you.

Taster Days

Our visit days allow your students to experience Derby fully and can be tailored to your and your group. All of our taster days include subject sessions, led by our passionate academic team. These sessions are aligned to the curriculum and will help prepare your students for further study. In addition to subject-based sessions, we can run Information, Advice and Guidance talks or campus tours to give your students an insight into university life.

Based at: Markeaton Street, Derby

When: flexible to suit

Who: Year 12 or 13 students

Discipline(s) covered: Engineering (Built Environment, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Motorsport Engineering, Sound, Light and Live Event Engineering)

If you would like to book a visit with us, please get in touch with the team.

Masterclasses and Talks

Our talks and masterclasses are designed to be delivered when it is best for you. Aligned with the current curriculum, they will give your students an insight into our academic expertise and elevate their subject knowledge. 

If you would like the team to deliver a topic related to Engineering, please get in touch with the team.

Teacher CPD

In addition to support for your students, our academic and technician team are able to support you with being able to cover topics as part of your curriculum. From giving guided tours of our facilities to offering advice and support around practical activities, we can ensure you are keeping up to date with the latest practices and procedures.

If you would like to arrange a meeting with the team to discuss this further, please get in touch.