Upcoming events

Carer touching the hand of a hospitalised elderly person in a bed

5 November 2026 16:30 - 17:30

Nursing subject taster session: Communication and therapeutic relationships in nursing

What makes a great health or social care professional? Experience person-centred care in action and develop the confidence to respond to challenges with compassion and professionalism with this interactive nursing subject taster session.

Nursing and Midwifery students engage with school pupils at an outreach event

6 November 2026

Extraordinary Showcases: Health and Social Care

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Join us for our Health and Social Care Showcase - an interactive event providing a unique opportunity to explore career pathways in health and social care and take part in engaging, hands-on activities.

ESRC banner 2026

17 October 2026 - 7 November 2026

ESRC Festival of Social Science 2026

What's on at the University of Plymouth: ESRC Festival of Social Science 2024. Explore how social science research impacts on our community. University of Plymouth, 19 October – 9 November 2024.

Navigating Ageing By The Sea launch

7 November 2026 16:00 - 18:00

Reimagining the way we live: events and activity

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Reimagining the way we live. Join a series of thought-provoking events, exhibitions and activities exploring the spaces we inhabit, the communities we build, and innovative ideas for shaping a better future.

Navigating Ageing By The Sea launch

7 November 2026 19:30 - 21:00

Reimagining the way we live: events and activity

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Reimagining the way we live. Join a series of thought-provoking events, exhibitions and activities exploring the spaces we inhabit, the communities we build, and innovative ideas for shaping a better future.

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9 November 2026 13:00 - 14:00

The Cube: Events to inspire you

What's on at the University of Plymouth: The Cube – Events to inspire you. Join workshops, talks and activities designed to grow your skills, confidence and business ideas. University of Plymouth and online, various dates.

Blind date abstract concept illustration. Two people having a drink and chatting.

9 November 2026 16:30 - 17:30

Psychology subject taster session: You had me at 'hello'

Explore how a person’s appearance and voice shape the snap judgements we make in everyday life, as well as the surprising consequences these impressions can have.

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9 November 2026 17:30 - 18:30

The Cube: Events to inspire you

What's on at the University of Plymouth: The Cube – Events to inspire you. Join workshops, talks and activities designed to grow your skills, confidence and business ideas. University of Plymouth and online, various dates.

Coastal Engineering

10 November 2026 16:30 - 17:30

Civil and coastal engineering subject taster session: Adapting for climate change

Explore how civil and coastal engineers tackle the challenges of climate change, from coastal flooding and erosion to protecting communities and infrastructure.

Navigating Ageing By The Sea launch

10 November 2026 18:00 - 20:30

Reimagining the way we live: events and activity

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Reimagining the way we live. Join a series of thought-provoking events, exhibitions and activities exploring the spaces we inhabit, the communities we build, and innovative ideas for shaping a better future.

Faceless yellow graphic image of person next to board delivering presentation

11 November 2026 13:00 - 14:30

The Cube: Events to inspire you

What's on at the University of Plymouth: The Cube – Events to inspire you. Join workshops, talks and activities designed to grow your skills, confidence and business ideas. University of Plymouth and online, various dates.

Accelerate programme - Webinars

11 November 2026 16:30 - 17:15

Webinar for students: Writing a strong personal statement and UCAS application

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Join us for a session covering everything you need to know: how to structure a compelling personal statement, key UCAS dates and deadlines you can't afford to miss, and tips for putting your best foot forward.

Students using new facilities the Babbage Building. Elena Brake - Mechanical Engineering

11 November 2026 16:30 - 17:30

Engineering subject taster session: Mechanical engineering and the WEFE Nexus

See how engineering can make a difference to society by addressing sustainability issues across water, energy, food and environmental systems.

Navigating Ageing By The Sea launch

11 November 2026 16:30 - 19:30

Reimagining the way we live: events and activity

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Reimagining the way we live. Join a series of thought-provoking events, exhibitions and activities exploring the spaces we inhabit, the communities we build, and innovative ideas for shaping a better future.

The small but mighty phytoplankton are the labourers of the ocean, they serve as the base of the food web

11 November 2026 18:15 - 20:00

39th PlyMSEF Plymouth Marine Science Medal Lecture

PlyMSEF Plymouth Marine Science Medal Lecture, entitled 'Animal, vegetable and mineral: The remarkable physiologies of oceanic biomineralizing phytoplankton'.

Two delivery robots navigate a city sidewalk, showcasing technology amidst urban buildings and parked cars.

12 November 2026 16:30 - 17:30

Engineering and robotics subject taster session: How does a robot know where it is?

In this virtual event, discover how sensors, embedded programming and control systems work together to enable mobile robots to think, respond and navigate autonomously.

University visit for schools

9 November 2026 - 13 November 2026

University visits for schools

Help your students to plan ahead and make informed decisions about their future in higher education by arranging a university visit.

Students in Babbage Park on a sunny day

14 November 2026

Undergraduate on-campus open day

University of Plymouth: Open days are the best way to get a feel for studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Plymouth

Navigating Ageing By The Sea launch

6 November 2026 - 14 November 2026

Reimagining the way we live: events and activity

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Reimagining the way we live. Join a series of thought-provoking events, exhibitions and activities exploring the spaces we inhabit, the communities we build, and innovative ideas for shaping a better future.

Faceless yellow graphic image of person next to board delivering presentation

16 November 2026 11:00 - 12:00

The Cube: Events to inspire you

What's on at the University of Plymouth: The Cube – Events to inspire you. Join workshops, talks and activities designed to grow your skills, confidence and business ideas. University of Plymouth and online, various dates.

Offshore renewable energy wind turbines

16 November 2026 13:00 - 14:00

Webinar: The Offshore Renewable Energy Strategic Research Agenda

Webinar: The Offshore Renewable Energy Strategic Research Agenda: Setting out the key research challenges and opportunities shaping the future of offshore renewable energy. 16 November 2026, online.

Apple Mac laboratory

16 November 2026 16:30 - 17:30

Computer science subject taster session: Can computers think?

Discover how computers solve problems through algorithms, programming and AI in this interactive virtual Computer Science subject taster session, and explore what it's like to study Computer Science at university.

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17 November 2026 14:00 - 15:00

The Cube: Events to inspire you

What's on at the University of Plymouth: The Cube – Events to inspire you. Join workshops, talks and activities designed to grow your skills, confidence and business ideas. University of Plymouth and online, various dates.

Latin hispanic student on a webinar or online meeting

18 November 2026 11:30 - 12:30

Applying for a Student visa from outside of the UK: information sessions

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Applying for a Student visa from outside of the UK: information sessions. Join the International Student Advice team for information about the Student visa application process from overseas. Online, various dates.

Illustration depicting a missing link or person - stock photo

18 November 2026 16:30 - 17:30

Criminology subject taster session: The missing

Why do people go missing? Join this subject taster session to explore the risk factors behind missing person cases and the challenges investigators face in finding answers.

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19 November 2026 13:00 - 14:00

The Cube: Events to inspire you

What's on at the University of Plymouth: The Cube – Events to inspire you. Join workshops, talks and activities designed to grow your skills, confidence and business ideas. University of Plymouth and online, various dates.

Little boy playing a mobile game against his sister

19 November 2026 16:30 - 17:30

Digital art and technology subject taster session: Getting into games

Experience what it's like to study digital art and technology as you explore the impact of game design, development and creative practice on modern media.

Modern isometric city with skyscrapers, factories, houses, roads, and parks - stock illustration

20 November 2026

Extraordinary Challenges: Smart Cities

Extraordinary Challenges: Smart Cities - an event for Year 11–13 students to discover how geography, engineering and architecture can shape smarter cities.

Nursing students in training session with medical staff

21 November 2026 10:00 - 14:00

Truro School of Nursing – Nursing information event

What’s on at the University of Plymouth: Truro School of Nursing – Nursing Information Event. Knowledge Spa, Truro, Cornwall. Various dates.

Navigating Ageing By The Sea launch

9 November 2026 - 22 November 2026

Reimagining the way we live: events and activity

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Reimagining the way we live. Join a series of thought-provoking events, exhibitions and activities exploring the spaces we inhabit, the communities we build, and innovative ideas for shaping a better future.