Date: Thursday 11th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm This session will give you an insight into life as a bricklayer. You will have an introduction on how to build a wall in our purpose-built workshop, have a tour of the centre and look at our Level 3 students’ technical work. Please wear sturdy shoes or safety boots if you have them. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on the booking form. Please wear suitable clothing/overalls for the workshop as it will be hands-on in a dirty environment and bring a change of clothes.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm In this practical session, you will look at how electrical circuits work. You will be given extra low voltage transformers, connect lights, one-way, two-way, and intermediate switches that will offer control to different parts of a circuit. We will also look at how to wire a circuit into a consumer unit. Please wear sturdy shoes or safety boots if you have them. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on the booking form. Please wear suitable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty in the workshop.
Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm This session will give you an insight into plastering at Kirklees College. You will have a demonstration in our workshop and take part in some practical work. You will also get to chat to our experienced tutor who can answer any questions about working as a plasterer. Please wear sturdy shoes or safety boots if you have them. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on the booking form.
Date: Thursday 11th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm This hands-on session will give you an insight into groundworks at Kirklees College. You will take part in some practical work in our brand new on-site training area tailored for civil engineering. You will be given an insight into cutting construction-related materials, laying modular paving, laying and finishing concrete and laying bituminous materials. Please wear sturdy shoes or safety boots if you have them. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on the booking form. Please wear suitable clothing/overalls for the workshop as it will be hands-on in a dirty environment and bring a change of clothes.
Date: Thursday 11th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm This session will give you an introduction to plumbing at Kirklees College. You will have a demonstration in our workshop and take part in some practical work. You will also get to chat to our experienced tutor who can answer any questions about working as a plumber. Please wear sturdy shoes or safety boots if you have them. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on the booking form. Please wear suitable clothing/overalls for the workshop as it will be hands-on in a dirty environment and bring a change of clothes.
Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm This session will give you an insight into joinery at Kirklees College. You will have a demonstration and take part in some practical work. You will also get to chat to our experienced tutor who can answer any questions about working in the construction industry. Please wear sturdy shoes or safety boots if you have them. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on the booking form. Please wear suitable clothing/overalls for the workshop as it will be hands-on in a dirty environment and bring a change of clothes.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Introduction to Engineering with a taster session designed to cover all aspects of the design, manufacture and finishing process. These sessions are built around a hands-on approach to learning, where all the students will draw, programme, run and polish a component to a high standard. Very much a day in the life of an engineer. All candidates will have a tour of our state-of-the-art facility and leave us with a goodie bag. Please wear full shoes.
Date: Friday 5th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Friday 27th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm In this session, you will get hands-on with our state-of-the-art virtual welder to see what it is like to weld and experience various demonstrations given by industry experienced tutors. You will also get your hands dirty with our practical CNC press brake and folding up exercises and create something to take home with you. Please wear loose clothing and safety boots. If you don’t have safety boots, we can provide these. Please provide shoe size on booking form.
Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Experience carrying out tasks that commonly occur within the Motor Vehicle industry. You will participate in a carousel which will allow you to complete tasks such as electrical circuit building, removing and refitting spark plugs, removal and refit of road wheels or any other task that you may find. Please wear suitable clothing (no shorts) and wear sturdy shoes or safety boots if you have them. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on booking form.
Date: Thursday 11th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm An interactive session where you will experiment with art materials and techniques that you can take home and add to your own portfolio. Aprons will be provided but please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm An interactive session where you will experiment with art materials and techniques that you can take home and add to your own portfolio. Aprons will be provided but please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Monday 23rd February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Do you want to work in a business or start your own business? Business knowledge can be applied to many different areas of industry, you can gain an understanding of the skills through this taster course. Problem solving, project and time management are excellent employability skills. This taster session will give you an insight into the application of these skills in a business working environment. Measure the skills you already have and enhance them in readiness for your next level of study or employment.
Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm In this practical session you will learn how to shape nails, push back cuticles and buff and polish. Please attend with clean nails without polish and no acrylic, gel or false nails.
Date: Thursday 4th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Lesson Objectives: By the end of the session, students will understand the key principles of digital design as used in software, game & web development, as well as content creation (Esports). Learners could develop a wireframe for an app prototype using an interactive tool or prototype a simple platform game. Objective: Introduce the concept of app design and user interface (UI) development, and allow students to prototype their own app. Task: Students design a basic wireframe for an app of their choice (e.g., a social media app, a school planner, or a game tracker) or a simple game.
Date: Thursday 11th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Thursday 12th March 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Do you want to work in an Early Years environment? Do you want to be part of the development of babies and children in the Early Years sector? If you have answered yes to these questions then you would really enjoy our hands-on taster session. You will have lots of fun getting your hands dirty by creating sensory activities and developing your understanding of why these activities are important for all areas of growth and development in babies and young children. You will also have the opportunity to chat with our tutors about our different courses and ask questions about working in the industry. All equipment will be provided for you. Please dress in clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We like to be very creative and may be using messy equipment such as paint, play dough, corn flour and glue.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm In this taster session, you will be able to show off your creative side and have an introduction to the different hair courses we provide. You will learn how to create different hairstyles and possibly experiment with different temporary colours and hairpieces—let your imagination go wild!
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4:15pm - 5:15pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4:15pm - 5:15pm Do you want to work with people? Does caring for people interest you? Would you like to become a professional within the Health care sector, like a nurse, radiographer, ODP, midwife or within the Social care sector as a Social Worker, Youth and Community Worker, Primary School Teacher or support worker. This taster session will give you an insight into working in Health and Social Care. You will find out about all the exciting career pathways that studying Health and Social Care can lead to. You will get the opportunity to ask our tutors questions about the courses available. You will be able to take a look at our facilities and experience what student life is like at Kirklees College. You will take part in activities looking at the importance of communication and working as part team. At Huddersfield you will also be given the opportunity to take part in some practical activities in our amazing virtual hospital ward.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4:30pm - 6pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4:30pm - 6pm Cooking is a great way to impress friends and relatives and can lead to a career working all over the world. Learning to cook develops important life skills such as communication, confidence, and team working. Come and cook in Kirklees College’s state-of-the-art training kitchens where you will be shown dishes and techniques by industry-experienced professional chefs. Please wear full shoes, not open-toe or canvas pumps/trainers. All hair should be tied back and no jewellery.
Date: Thursday 4th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm This taster event is ideal if you would like to dip your toe into media and learn a little about some aspects of this creative programme. The event will focus on making Claymation figures to explore the far-reaching potential of animation. There will be an opportunity to see the media classrooms and meet our tutors to find out more about our courses.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Not for the faint-hearted, this taster session is ideal if you are a budding TV and film makeup artist. You will receive an overview of the course – blood and gore included! You will learn how to create real life scars and wounds using fake blood and store cupboard ingredients. Please wear school uniform and tie your hair back if it is long.
Date: Thursday 4th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Enjoy a taster session for Music Performance and Music Technology. Professional performance starts with excellent rehearsal techniques. Come along to our taster jam session in professionally equipped rehearsal rooms. Whether you’re a vocalist, guitar player, bass player, drummer, or keyboard player, everyone is welcome. The recording along with the performance studio is probably the most important part of any artist’s career. Whether you’re a producer, part of a full-scale rock band, or even someone who wants to learn music arrangements, you will have access to our music studios, live room, vocal booth, and rehearsal spaces, providing you with a fantastic experience in studio recording. You will have the opportunity to use our recording studio and Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software to create a track.
Uniformed Protective Services Taster Session Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm – 5:30pm Date: Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Time: 4pm – 5:30pm Get involved with the Uniformed Protective Services! Discover what it’s like to prepare for a career in the Police, Fire Service, Armed Forces, or other protective services. Take part in teamwork and fitness challenges that give you a taste of the discipline and dedication needed for success.
Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm A scenario led investigation into drug development (chemistry), the effect of drugs on the body (biology), and how medical equipment can be used to further analyse the effect of drugs on the body (physics). Wear: Closed shoes, long sleeves, long hair tied back.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Kickstart your future in sport at Kirklees College – where passion meets performance! If you're driven by a love for sport and curious about careers in health, coaching, athletic development and analysis, our Sport taster session is your chance to experience it all. Get hands-on with our dynamic activities and explore what it’s really like to study sport with us. What to expect: • Take part in and observe practical demonstrations on injury prevention, physiological testing, coaching techniques, and player analysis • Discover the exciting courses that could shape your future • Take a guided tour of our facilities and discover what it’s like to study Sport at Kirklees College • Hear from current students about their experiences • Meet the expert tutors who’ll guide your journey Come dressed for action – wear suitable clothing for physical activity and bring a water bottle to stay refreshed!
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Ready to turn your passion for fitness into a career? Step into the world of gym instructing and personal training at Kirklees College! Our technical occupational courses are designed to launch you into a successful future in the fitness industry. This taster session gives you a hands-on glimpse into what it’s like to study with us and build the skills that matter. What to expect: • Find out more about the fitness courses on offer • Take a tour of the facilities and find out what it’s like to study fitness at Kirklees College • Hear from current fitness students • Meet the expert tutors who’ll guide your journey • Participate in a blend of training methodologies, examine emerging fitness trends, and explore the basics of client relationships and business acumen Come dressed for movement! Wear suitable clothing for physical activity and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Come and experience life working in the exciting world of Travel and Tourism at Kirklees College where you will be coached by staff who have all worked in a variety of roles within the industry. You will become a member of KC Airlines in our state-of-the-art cabin where you will learn how to do a safety demo using the on-board equipment and cabin PA. You will also learn how to deliver a welcome meeting to try your hand as a resort rep. Please wear your school uniform.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Introduction to Screen Printing, you will be able to design and cut a stencil and then print your design in a range of colours. Aprons will be provided but please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Date: Tuesday 3rd March 2026 In this taster session you will experience a basic introduction to barbering. You will learn how to use various clipper attachments to create basic men’s haircuts of differing lengths. You will also have the opportunity of creating lined and curved patterns in these haircuts, followed by men’s blowdrying and finishing services.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Thursday 26th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm In this taster session you will experience a basic introduction to barbering. You will learn how to use various clipper attachments to create basic men’s haircuts of differing lengths. You will also have the opportunity of creating lined and curved patterns in these haircuts, followed by men’s blowdrying and finishing services.
Date: Monday 8th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm In this taster session you will be able to show off your creative side and have an introduction to the different hair courses we provide. You will learn how to create hair pieces to add to hairstyles that you have created and experiment with different temporary colours – let your imagination go wild! Please wear either school uniform or black top and smart trousers.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Do you want to work in a business or start your own business? Business knowledge can be applied to many different areas of industry, you can gain an understanding of the skills through this taster course. Problem solving, project and time management are excellent employability skills. This taster session will give you an insight into the application of these skills in a business working environment. Measure the skills you already have and enhance them in readiness for your next level of study or employment.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Cyber security, programming apps, and games development are all exciting subjects. Take part in this taster to find out how your device works and learn how to keep your data safe, as well as getting hands-on learning how to create games.
Date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Date: Wednesday 4th March 2026 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm This session will give you an introduction to our construction multi skills course at Kirklees College. Taking place in our new construction workshop located at our Dewsbury Springfield Centre, you’ll get a chance to take part in some practical work and get stuck in. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on the booking form. Please wear suitable clothing/overalls for the workshop as it will be hands-on in a dirty environment and bring a change of clothes.
Date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Would you like to find out more about Education and Early Years? A career in education is where you can make a positive difference to babies and young children’s learning and development. We offer a range of courses that can lead to different pathways in working with children. This can include an early years practitioner, teaching assistant, early years teacher, primary school teacher, child psychologist, working with children with special educational needs, behaviour support worker, play therapist and many more. Come along to our taster session where you can have fun exploring sensory activities, learning why they are important to a child’s early learning and development. During this session you will get a chance to chat to our tutors about the different courses and opportunities in the industry. We look forward to welcoming you to this session so that you can find out more.
Date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Do you want to work with People? Does caring for people interest you? Would you like to become a professional within the Health care sector, like a nurse, radiographer, ODP, midwife or within the Social care sector as a Social Worker, Youth and Community Worker, Primary School Teacher or support worker. This taster session will give you an insight into working in Health and Social Care. You will find out about all the exciting career pathways that studying Health and Social Care can lead to. You will get the opportunity to ask our tutors questions about the courses available. You will be able to take a look at our facilities and experience what student life is like at Kirklees College. You will take part in activities looking at the importance of communication and working as part of a team.
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Are you looking for a career in the Motor Vehicle industry? Do you want to experience what it's like to be a Motor Vehicle student at Kirklees College? Join us on one of our interactive taster sessions and take part in our Pit Stop Challenge! You will have the opportunity to carry out a Formula 1 style pit stop against the clock and the fastest team will win a prize. You will get the opportunity to ask a teacher questions, take a look at our facilities and experience what student life is like at Kirklees College. Please wear sensible clothing (no shorts) and wear sturdy shoes or safety boots if you have them. Safety boots can be supplied but there are limited sizes available. Please provide shoe size on booking form.
Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Do you want to become a zoo keeper or look after animals? You will meet the extensive collection of animals, including our reptiles and birds, and enjoy a hands-on experience learning how to care for the different animals. Please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
Date: Monday 8th December 2025 Time: 4pm - 5pm Date: Monday 23rd February 2026 Time: 4pm - 5pm Do you love dogs and want to learn how to pamper them like a pro? Join our Dog Grooming Taster session and get a fun, hands-on introduction to the world of grooming. You’ll meet some of our friendly dogs and discover how to brush, bath, and handle them safely. Learn about different coat types, try out some basic grooming techniques, and see professional equipment in action. This interactive session is perfect for anyone thinking about a career working with dogs – or just wanting to understand more about keeping them happy, healthy, and looking their best. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting hairy.
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