'I Belong' Computer Science Visit
Taking place on Wednesday 7 October 2026, from 9:10 - 2:30pm. this one-day campus for Year 8 girls visit invites school groups to visit the School of Computer Science at the University of Leeds.
Event Overview
During the event, students will discover more about how Computer Science is taught at university, and learn about related careers with access to specialist IT clusters and subject knowledge.
Students will take part in practical workshops delivered by academics and postgraduate students, explore the University of Leeds in a campus tour, and engage in a subject Q&A with current undergraduates.
Practical activities will focus on Artificial Intelligence in Medicine. Students will develop their AI literacy, technical creativity and problem solving skills.
Lunch will not be provided. Please ask students to bring a packed lunch on the day.
Bookings are now closed
FAQs
What are the planned activities?
A timetable will be sent to you upon confirmation of your place, but a sample itinerary is below:
- 09:30 - Arrival and Registration
- 09:45 - Welcome and Introduction
- 10:15 - IT Cluster Practical Activity
- 12:15 - Lunch & Campus Tour
- 14:00 - Ambassador Q&A
- 14:25 - Evaluation and departure
What are the requirements for the event?
We have capacity for 10 students per school to attend. The event is for Year 8 girls.
Where does the event take place?
Activities will be held in the School of Computer Science on the University of Leeds campus. Please meet the STEM Outreach team at Parkinson Building for registration at 9:10am.
Risk Assessments
The risk assessment will be emailed to you along with arrival information, once your places have been confirmed.