In this innovative and interdisciplinary three-hour workshop students will provide students with the opportunity to work with academics and/or postgraduate ambassadors from Engineering and Sports Science. The first one-hour session will deepen students’ knowledge of the role of engineering within the sports sector. Students will develop their understanding of sports engineering at CCCU and about current (students) projects such as stress-testing protective sports equipment. The final two-hours take place in the Sports lab providing students with an opportunity to get hands on with a range of fitness tests either as an athlete or sports scientist. This workshop provides a rich interdisciplinary workshop which empowers students consider the breadth of career opportunities available to them in sports engineering and science.

Curriculum Links:

• Engineering (Key Stage 4/ Level 2) – Testing and Investigation
• Engineering (Key Stage 4/ Level 2) – Practical Engineering Skills
• Biology (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) – Sports Physiology/ Exercise and Co-ordination
• Sport and Exercise Science (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) – Field and Laboratory Fitness Testing
• Physical Education (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) – The role of technology in Sport and Exercise/Applied Physiology

Gatsby Benchmarks:

Workshop: 1, 3, 4, 7

Taster Day: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7

Make it a Taster Day: Includes a campus tour and HE information talk. You can choose this when you complete the booking form.