Taster courseNewcastle University

Newcastle University Engineering Experience Days (November 2026 to March 2027)

On-campus experience days for Year 12 students who want to study engineering. Each date focuses on different disciplines (marine, chemical, mechanical, aerospace, electrical and civil), with a tour of School of Engineering facilities and a practical hands-on activity. Open to school groups or individual students.

By the Born to Engineer editorial team Checked 24 Oct 2026

At a glance

Run by: Newcastle University^[1]
Who it’s for: Year 12 students who are interested in pursuing a degree in Engineering, as school groups or individual students^[2]^[3]
Entry: Students or a school can enter
Worth: A day on campus seeing School of Engineering facilities and using equipment in a hands-on activity, which the page says can be used in personal statements. Newcastle also lists travel support for school groups and event attendees on its outreach site.^[4]
Cost: Not stated
Year groups: Year 12
Where: England (Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear)
Format: In person
Dates: 24 November 2026 to 24 March 2027

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Newcastle University
Engineering Experience Days
Experience Days offer a valuable opportunity to experience university life and learn about the different Engineering disciplines.
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Newcastle University
Engineering Experience Days
These events are designed for Year 12 students who are interested in pursuing a degree in Engineering.
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Newcastle University
Engineering Experience Days
These events are open to school groups or individual students.
Checked 24 October 2026
Newcastle University
Engineering Experience Days
This is a fantastic opportunity for future Engineers and is something you can utilise for personal statements.
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Newcastle University
Engineering Experience Days
Wednesday 24 March 2027 (Marine & Electrical/Electronic workshops)
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Details checked 24 October 2026 by the Born to Engineer editorial team. Always confirm dates on the provider’s site before applying.

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24 and 25 November 2026, 15 December 2026 and 24 March 2027 (about 09:45 to 14:45)^[5]

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