Student Enrichment Activities & Workshops @ Bradford College

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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. Taking part allows you to enhance your experience, make the most of your time at Bradford College and prepare you for work and life.

Activities Brochure
January - June 2025

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

Activities Programme
May 2025

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

Sports Schedule
May 2025

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

Only in May

EVENTS

VE-Day Celebration

Thu 8 May, 14:00-16:00
Foyer, DHB & TG

Celebrate VE day with the Student's Union and Personal Development team. Join us for a 2-minute silence to honour our heroes, then stick around for some delicious snacks and activities as we mark this historic day together.

Mental Health Awareness Week

Mon 12 - Fri 16 May, 10:00-14:00
Across all campuses

Talk to us, learn how to access support,
and help others who may not be feeling their best during mental health awareness week. With information stalls, wellbeing workshops, tea and talk sessions, and more; we can do this together!

Cross College 7-a-Side
Football Tournament

Mon 19 May, 10:00-15:00
Trinity Green

All departments are welcome in this cross-college Football tournament! Which department will be the Ultimate champion? Anyone can register with a maximum of 7 players per team. To register email activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

TRIPS & VISITS *BOOKING REQUIRED
E-mail: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

Alton Towers

Fri 16 May, All Day
Stoke-on-Trent

You’ve worked hard this year, now let’s celebrate! Join us for an explosive, fun filled day at Alton Towers. HE Students only.

MAY WORKSHOPS *BOOKING REQUIRED
E-mail: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

Pride Bake Off
Wed 7 May, 9:30-11:30
Foyer, DHB

Let’s celebrate Pride deliciously, through rainbow buns, cakes, and so much more! We will explore different ways to decorate our scrumptious bakes, and see who can create the winning bake!

CPR - Save a Life
Wed 14 & 21 May, 13:15
GF-25, DHB

Learn how to save a life through this immersive CPR session. You will learn when to start CPR, how to give effective CPR, and when to call for help.

Stressed About Exams?
Mon 26 - Fri 30 May, 10:00-14:00
DHB, TG & ATC

Exams are far from easy, and if you’re feeling weighed down with stress, come and talk to us for tips and advice. We’re here to put you at ease, through games, activities, refreshments, and more!

MAY ACTIVITIES *BOOKING REQUIRED
E-mail: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

Pedalling Through Nature

Fri 23 May, 10:00-13:00
Derwent Valley

Come with us on a scenic bike ride through Derwent Valley, where you will connect with nature, exercise, reduce stress, and discover the countryside!

RAISE & GIVE *BOOKING REQUIRED
E-mail: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

Autism Awareness Charity Walk

Fri 23 May, All Day
North Yorkshire

Not only will students raise money for such a brilliant cause, they will also improve their own mental and physical health through this charity fundraising walk through North Yorkshires notable landmarks.

STUDENTS' UNION

HE Relaxation Evening

Mon 19 May, 17:00-19:00
HE Common Room, Lister Building

Let’s take relaxation up a level, with mini bites, music, and mini treatments courtesy of our very own Beauty department!

*BOOKING REQUIRED
E: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

BCSU President Drop-in
Across all campuses

Come and meet the Students’ Union President, where you can use your voice and get help on making the change you want to see at Bradford College.

*BOOKING REQUIRED
E: S.Union@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

HE Students Drop-in
Every Monday, 11:00-12:30
HE Common Room, Lister Building

Drop in and meet your HE Education Welfare Officer, Adam Faisal. Talk all things related to Higher Education.

HE Sip and Paint
Every Monday, 13:30-14:30
HE Common Room, Lister Building

Take a break from the books and join us for a relaxing session of tea, conversation, and painting. Express yourself, meet new people, and have fun in a relaxed, creative atmosphere!

CLUBS

AIM (Art in Motion)

Thu, 14:00-16:00, GF-25, DHB
* Depending on availability, email: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
Fri, 15:30-16:30, Dance Studio, TG

Our AIM is to create a dynamic space where dancers of all levels can express their creativity and passion through movement.

Chess

Wed, 12:00-13:00
Foyer, David Hockney Building

Have you ever wanted to be a Grandmaster or just wanted to try chess? Give it a go!

Bradford Disability Force

Once a month
Email: S.Union@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

Club creates a safe, supportive, and empowering space for students with disabilities.

Cooling Gaming

Tue & Wed, 12:00-13:00
0.44, Trinity Green

Get involved in the interactive gaming club, play your favourite games, battle and make new friends.

Darts

Mon, 12:00-13:30
Trinity Green

Come and join in the new vibrant Darts club, make new friends, perfect your throw and get involved in competitions.

Dungeons & Dragons (Tabletop Games)

Tue, 16:30-19:00
GF-25, David Hockney Building

Explore fantastic worlds, clash with dark monsters, spin lore and commit heroic feats, in this Dungeons and Dragons Club!

Entry 3 Games

Mon, 12:00-13:00
2F-08, Access to College

Come and join us for gaming competitions, game reviews and meet new friends and more!

Esports

Thu, 16:00-17:30
GF-25, DHB

Welcome to the Esports club come and learn how to stream, play new games and build your confidence & skills in gaming, meet new people and make friends. Game Hard, rise higher and make your mark.

Henna

Mon, 13:00-14:00
Foyer, David Hockney Building

Introducing our brand new Henna club, where creativity meets culture! Whether you're a seasoned artist, or a beginner, join us to explore the timeless art of Henna in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

LGBT Club

Tue 16:30-19:00
GF-25, David Hockney Building

The LGBT+ club creates a safe, supportive, and empowering space for students and allies. Come and join us for arts and crafts, discussions, event planning, and more! Be a part of this vibrant and inclusive community.

Minecraft

Mon, 12:30-13:30, Library, Trinity Green
Thu, 12:00-13:00, Skills Hub, 2F, DHB
Fri, 12:00-13:00, Library, ATC

Come Explore, Build, Mine, Craft and hopefully avoid Zombies, Slime and Creepers. It is suitable for players of all ability levels from novice to master builders.

Origami

Wed, 13:30-14:30
Foyer, David Hockney Building

The art of paper folding. Come along to expand your skills and knowledge on this intricate and delicate art form.

Problem Solving

Mon, 12:00-13:00, Library, ATC
Wed, 12:00-13:00, Skills Hub, 2F, DHB
Fri, 13:00-14:00, Library, Trinity Green

The Problem With Problem-Solving is a drop-in club where learners can try out a range of fun activities, from stick puzzles and Bingo to building a Lego house.

LIBRARY

The "BIG READ" Challenge

We really want to hear what you are reading, regardless of what it is. Tell us about 6 or more things and you will be entered into our prize draw.

Find more

Storytelling Competition

Throughout April - May

Submit a story, a play, a comic strip, a poem, audio recording, a video or animation.

Find more

Available all year

ACTIVITIES

Tea and Talk Tuesdays

Every Tue, 11:00-12:00 & 13:00-14:00
Foyer, DHB & Open Area, TG

Every Tuesday, join our personal development officers for a lovely cup of tea, and some time to chat about anything and everything! This is a safe space for you to voice your concerns, your worries, or just to get to know the team!

Community Clean-Up

Meet at Student Central, GF-26, DHB

Students will be accompanied by wardens to clean up the streets of Bradford. Show your respect for the place you live by keeping it clean! High-vis jackets, litter pickers, and bags will be provided.

WORKSHOPS *BOOKING REQUIRED
E-mail: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
Location: Across all campuses


Arts & Crafts 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.	Board Games Feeling competitive? Or just want to have some fun with friends? We’ve got you! Board games are a great way to make sure you have a laugh, make new friends, or gain some critical thinking skills!	Celebrating Disability This session is to create awareness and provide information on various disabilities and impairments. Learn about the challenges faced by individuals living with disabilities and how to help.


Cruisin’ for a Bruisin’ (Drive Safe) Students will explore key aspects of road safety, including the ‘Fatal Five’—excess speed, mobile phone use, drink and drug driving, seatbelt use, and careless driving—as well as driver fatigue.	CV Drop-in If you’re starting from scratch, writing a great CV can seem like a significant and time-consuming task. Drop in for tips and help with writing a CV or updating an existing one.	Go Arty! Come and paint your feelings and ideas onto the canvas!


Healthy Eating - Protein Balls! Learn how to stay healthy for less with this interactive protein ball making session.	Mental Health Walk and Talk Mental health can be a tough conversation. Join us for a walk and talk session about mental health and the effects this has on people, in the calming outdoors, in a safe and non judgmental space.	Money Sense This interactive workshop introduces students to the financial concepts of selling, spending, and saving. Students explore the difference between needs and wants and consider the importance of the everyday things.


No Bake, No Wait Not only are these dishes ‘no bake’, they are also ‘no cook’! This means you don’t need an oven to create delicious food. Short on time? No problem, we’ve got you covered with the best recipes.	Revive and Reimagine: Upcycling Made Easy! 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 this into Art.	Smoothie Secrets 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.


Stress Buster Our stress busters can help you to reduce your stress levels and anxiety, focusing on physical activity which releases those amazing, feel-good endorphins! Come and give it a go if you want to not only see a difference, but feel it too!	The Art of Relaxation Reduce stress, calm your anxiety, and take some time for yourself, through the art of relaxation. Here, we will explore the nature of stress, its impact on our lives, and effective strategies to manage and reduce it.	The Beauty of British Sign An incitive introduction to British Sign Language. This session helps you to develop essential skills, developing a basic understanding of British Sign Language.