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Personal Development and
Enrichment opportunities for
all students at the College!


The Personal Development and Students’ Union team are there to provide you with enrichment opportunities to discover new interests, develop your skills and make new friends. Participating allows you to enhance your experience, make the most of your time at Bradford College, and prepare you for work and life.


 

Activities Brochure
September 2025 - June 2026

Check out what we have planned
in advance for the next 6 months.

Activities Programme
Janaury 2026

A handy guide of what’s available
at a glance. Updated each month.

Sports Schedule
Janaury 2026

Stay up to date with all the sports
activities available. Updated each month.

 

 

What's On in January

WORKSHOPSBooking Required

Know Your Road Signs!

Throughout January

A brief workshop on road safety and knowing your road signs as well as road safety! Perfect for those learning their theory!

WORKSHOPSBooking Required

Lego Therapy

Every Mon, 13:00-14:00

This unique and interactive session focuses on building social skills within a group using Lego and communication. This session is open to all with a focus for young people with Autism.

WORKSHOPSBooking Required

Cooking 101

Every Tue, 10:00-11:30 &
Every Fri, 13:00-15:00

Thinking about going to university? Or living away from home? Have you thought about learning to cook? Come and join in, learn to cook a variety of foods and pick up some delicious recipes.

WORKSHOPS

Passion for Fashion

Every Tue, 13:00-15:00 GF-25, DHB

Develop your creative skills as you design fashion pieces to be included in various exciting events throughout the year.

WORKSHOPS

Messy Masterpiece

Every Wed 10:00–12:00 &
Every Thu 13:00-15:00
 Foyer, DHB

Paint your feelings and ideas onto the canvas!

EVENTS

Welcome Back to College!

Mon 5 - Fri 9 Jan, 10:00-14:00 DHB, ATC, TG, BBL

Come and chat to your Enrichment team, try a range of fun activities, and find out about our exciting new enrichment opportunities.

ACTIVITIES

Give it a Go – Smoothie Bike on Tour

Wed 7 - Fri 9 Jan, 11:00-13:00
Wednesday  DHB
Thursday  TG
Fri  BBL

Come make a delicious healthy smoothie and get fit by peddling on the smoothie bike!

WORKSHOPSBooking Required

Young Drivers

Wed, 7 Jan, 9:30-12:00All Campuses

The Young Drivers Workshop is an interactive program for students new to driving. It equips them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to drive safely and responsibly, preparing them for the road ahead.

WORKSHOPSBooking Required

Yorkshire Water

Thu 15 Jan, 11:00-12:00 &  13:00-14:00 DHB

Immerse yourselves in a hands-on practical workshop to address the waste water treatment process (from the sewers to the sea). Learn about things that should be flushed down the toilet (the ‘3 Ps’!) followed by an engaging careers opportunity discussion.

TRIPSBooking Required

Ewden Yorkshire Water Treatment Works

Tue 20 Jan, All Day Sheffield

Discover how Ewden Water Treatment Facility turns raw water into safe drinking water.

GUEST SPEAKERBooking Required

Red Flag Performance

Wed 21 Jan, All Day All Campuses

This interactive session serves as a powerful tool covering critical issues around coercive control, consent, sexual harassment, psychological safe cultures and resilience.

EVENTSBooking Required

Cyber Security Experience

Thu 22 Jan, All Day DHB

Spend an exciting day with the cyber security unit of West Yorkshire Police. Explore a range of problem-solving activities and online security behaviours through entertaining and interactive cyber-security exercises.

TRIPSBooking Required

Holocaust Memorial Museum

Tue 27 Jan, 10:00-13:00 Huddersfield

This immersive exhibition by the University of Huddersfield focuses on the history, memories, and impact of the Holocaust.

EVENTSBooking Required

Odd Arts

Tue 27 Jan, 9:00-12:00 &
Thu 29 Jan, 13:00-16:00

‘Here and Now’ includes a hard-hitting play that includes many complex societal problems relating to hateful extremism, focussing on the far right and international terrorism, Participants of this workshop will use this play to test our solutions and early interventions.

TRIPSBooking Required

Manchester Courtrooms Mock Trial Knife Crime

Wed 28 Jan, 9:00-12:00 Manchester

Explore a case, taking on all the courtroom roles, to reach a verdict and explore sentencing options.

 
Thu 29 Jan,
11:00-12:00 & 13:00-14:00

Making Positive Choices:
Talk with a Police Officer

A local police officer shares real-life stories and advice on making positive choices. Learn about the impact of decision making, staying safe and avoiding risky situations.

*BOOKING REQUIRED

STUDENTS' UNION Booking Required

Governors Away Day

Fri 30 Jan, 11:00-15:30 Leeds

Meet your governors and make your voice heard! This is a wonderful opportunity to make the change you want to see at Bradford College. Lunch Provided. After the session, students will have the opportunity to go on a fun activity.

EVENT

BCSU Student Elections 2026-27 - Nominations Open

5 Jan - 13 Feb

Nominations for the new Students’ Union Officers is now open and we would like to encourage all students to get involved. It’s a fantastic opportunity for any student to become a student officer and it will boost your employability skills and opportunities.
Nominations close on Friday 13th February at midday. Find more

 

 

Available All Year

ACTIVITIES Booking Required

Rounders

1 hourTG

A classic British twist on baseball, run, hit, and laugh your way through this relaxed team game. No experience needed, just enthusiasm!

ACTIVITIES Booking Required

Community Clean Up

2 hours

Show respect for our community by keeping it clean! High-vis jackets, litter pickers, and bags will be provided. Students will be accompanied by staff and council wardens to clean up the area around the College Campus.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Healthy Body,
Healthy Mind

1 hourTG

Explore the vital link between body and mind, through nutrition, exercise, sleep, and mindfulness. Try new sports and discover how small changes boost focus, energy, and academic success.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Arts & Crafts

1.5 hourAll Campuses

Join us for an immersive themed arts and craft session, bringing your creative ideas to life! Whether it’s Christmas, Easter, Eid or something you just want to try, you will learn new skills and relax into this workshop.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

County Lines

1 hourAll Campuses

Explore what County Lines is and how young people are at risk of being groomed and exploited into criminal activities. Let’s look at how to keep you safe.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

CPR

1.5 hourGF-25, DHB

Learn how to save a life through this immersive CPR session. Here, you will cover when to start CPR, how to give effective CPR, and knowing when to call for help.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Lives not Knives

1 hourAll Campuses

This highly interactive workshop aims to raise awareness about the dangers of carrying knives or other bladed articles. Led by skilled facilitators with expertise working with young people and communities.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

MEN-tal Health Matters 

1.5 hourGF-24, Student Central, DHB

An informal group, to come catch up with other Male students to discuss male mental health over a game of Pool, table tennis, food and Positive Vibes!

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

My Wellbeing Girls Group

1 hourGF-24, Student Central, DHB

A monthly girl’s group, come join my wellbeing girls’ group to discuss anything and everything in a safe space. Let’s create, empower and shape a great future!

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Money Sense

1 hourAll Campuses

Introducing students to the financial concepts of selling, spending, and saving. Students explore the difference between needs and wants and consider the importance of everyday things.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Nitrous Oxide Workshop 

1 hourAll Campuses

Workshop exploring dangers of using Nitrous Oxide. Join us for an in-depth discussion around the negative effect and impacts of ‘Laughing Gas’.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Slang or Slur

1 hourAll Campuses

Explore the impact of slang, slurs, and discriminatory language, focusing particularly on racially or culturally loaded terms that may surface in and around society. Through open discussion and real-life scenarios, students will examine the context of language.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Smoothie Secrets

All Campuses

Come and give it a go, create and try a nutritious smoothie. Take away some fresh recipes on how to improve your body’s nutrition and try at home!

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Snack Attack 

1 hourAll Campuses

Learn how to make your very own healthy protein balls. Using only raw natural ingredients and superfoods. Combine all the ingredients to create a healthy alternative to the artificial junk. Each protein ball contains approximately 7g of protein, which leaves you satiated and satisfied.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Speak with Your Hands

 

Ever wanted to learn sign language? Now’s your chance! A fun, interactive session designed to introduce you to the basics of BSL and Deaf awareness. No experience needed, beginners welcome!

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

Stress Buster

1 hourAll Campuses

Our stress busters can help to reduce stress and anxiety, with physical activity releasing the feel-good endorphins, you will not only see the difference but feel the difference.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

The Upcycling Lab 

All Campuses

Do you want to be creative and transform something you own? Explore ways to repurpose materials such as glass bottles, cardboard, and plastic containers, and turn them into Art.

WORKSHOPS Booking Required

What is Hate Crime?

30 minsAll Campuses

This awareness workshop discusses what hate crime is, the consequences and how you can report it.


CLUBS & SOCIETIES
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CLUBS

Baking

Tue 18:00-21:00
Culture Café, DHB
CLUBS

Chess

Thu & Fri 12:10-13:10
GF-25, DHB
CLUBS

Dance

Thu 14:30–15:30
GF-25, DHB
CLUBS

E-Sports

Mon 13:00-14:00,
Thu & Fri 13:25-15:30

GF-25, DHB
CLUBS

Henna

Mon 13:15-14:15
Foyer, DHB
CLUBS

Flourish Minds

POSTPONED5F-01 DHB
CLUBS

Minecraft

Tue 12:30-13:30 Library, 0.06, TG
Thu 12:00-13:00 Skills Hub, 2F, DHB
Fri 12:00-13:00 Library, 2F, ATC
CLUBS

Origami

Mon 13:00-14:00
Foyer, DHB
CLUBS

Yoga

POSTPONEDGF-25, DHB


SPORTS CLUBS
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SPORTS

Badminton

Tue 16:30-17:45
Sports Hall, TG
SPORTS

Basketball *Female

Thu 16:00-17:45
Sports Hall, TG
SPORTS

Basketball *Mixed

Tue & Thu 16:00-17:45Sports Hall, TG
SPORTS

Cricket AOC T20 + Evening League

Tue & Wed 16:00-17:45Sports Hall, TG
SPORTS

Gym & Fitness

SPORTS

Football *Female

Wed 16:00-17:00 &
Fri 16:00-17:30
4G Pitch, TG
SPORTS

Football *Male

Tue & Thu 16:30-18:00
4G Pitch, TG
SPORTS

Futsal

Fri 14:00-17:00
Sports Hall, TG
SPORTS

Ju-Jitsu

Tue 16:30-18:00
*Female Only
POSTPONED
*Mixed Session
Dance Studio, TG
SPORTS

Rugby

Mon 16:30-18:004G Pitch, TG
SPORTS Booking Required

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CONTACT & BOOKING


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Bookings

Questions


activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk