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Personal Development and Enrichment opportunities for 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. |
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| Activities September - December 2024 | Enrichment December Programme | Sports Schedule December |
EVENTS
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Christmas Party Get into the festive spirit with music, delicious food, and so much more! Everyone is welcome to spread the joy and festivities! |
Bradford College Come and take part in the 5 a side inter-departmental football tournament. Prizes for winners and runners up. |
Preventing Youth Homelessness *BOOKING REQUIRED Email: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk This session aims to raise awareness about youth homelessness and the work of Bradford Nightstop. |
TRIPS & VISITS
*BOOKING REQUIRED Email: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
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Summit Up - Indoor Climbing With one of the largest and highest ‘clip n’ climbs’ in the UK, and 35 exciting activities for you to try, it will be an experience you won’t want to miss! |
Knife Crime Mock Trial Explore a case to prepare and present a trial, taking on all the courtroom roles, to reach a verdict and explore sentencing options. |
Yorkshire Wildlife Park Never experienced wildlife? Come along |
GUEST SPEAKER
*BOOKING REQUIRED Email: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
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Red Flag Performance Interactive theatre programmes that serve as a powerful training tool. Covering critical issues around coercive control, consent, bullying, sexual harassment, psychological safe cultures, mental health and resilience. Theatre participants use art and expression to openly share their thoughts, feelings, and insights. |
RAISE & GIVE
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Winter Collection Staff and students are encouraged to donate much needed food, clothes, and gift donations for local charities. These will be distributed to those most in need within the community. |
DECEMBER ACTIVITIES
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Time to Relax You deserve some time to unwind and take a step back. Join us for some down time where you can make friends, have some fun, and chill! |
Community Clean-Up *BOOKING REQUIRED Email: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk 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. |
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DECEMBER WORKSHOPS
*BOOKING REQUIRED Email: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
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Odd Arts Performance ‘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 out solutions and early interventions. |
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MyBnk A financial education session covering practical and relevant everyday financial matters. This session is designed to get you thinking about your finances, both for now and in the future. |
MyBnk & Uni Dosh An exciting and jam-packed financial education programme for young people considering studying at university. Uni Dosh provides a comprehensive overview of student finance, banking, employment, tax, and the importance of budgeting when living independently. |
CPR- Save a Life Come along and learn how to save a life through CPR. This will cover when to start CPR, how to give effective CPR, and knowing when to call for help. |
STUDENTS' UNION
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Placard Making - Reclaim the Night Come and join Bradford College Students’ Union in the placard-making session for the Reclaim the Night march! |
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Reclaim the Night Join us for the annual “Reclaim the Night” procession, which occurs on Great Horton Road, Bradford. This is a joint venture between the University of Bradford Union and Bradford College Students’ Union.
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BCSU President Drop-in Come and meet the Student Union President. Take tours of our Student Central and HE Common Room. *BOOKING REQUIRED |
HE Students Drop-in Drop in and meet your HE Education Welfare Officer, Adam Faisal. Talk all things related to Higher Education.
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WORKSHOPS
*BOOKING REQUIRED
Email: activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
Available: September-December
Duration: 1 hour
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Ready, Steady, Cook 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. |
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Hooked on Crochet Whether you’re a pro, or a newbie, join our crocheting workshop, run by the University of Bradford Crocheting Society members. |
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Arts & Crafts Get stuck into this immersive arts and |
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. |
County Lines (Trapping, Trap Line, Cuckooing) This workshop explores 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. |
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Colours of Unity Students will be able to show their passion and understanding of racial harmony and race equality through art and expression. Come join us, art background not required.
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Creative Upcycling Do you want to be creative and |
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. |
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Go Arty @TheUnitedArtProject Come and paint your feelings and |
Green Living The session will develop your understanding about how we can create a sustainable lifestyle, and what resources and equipment we need in order to do this effectively. We will discuss what you can do to reduce your carbon footprint. |
Introduction to Driving Theory Test This session will help you in preparation |
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Let’s Talk Mental Health Mental health can be a tough conversation. Join us for a group discussion in an open, safe and non-judgmental space about mental health and the effects this has on people. |
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. |
Nitrous Oxide (Smart Whips & Balloons) Workshop exploring the dangers of |
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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. |
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.
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Snack Attack 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.
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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 We will explore the nature of stress, its impact on our lives, and effective strategies to manage and reduce it.
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The Beauty of British Sign Come and give this introduction to British Sign Language a go. This session will help you to develop a range of skills, and give you the basic understanding of British Sign Language.
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CLUBS
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AIM (Art in Motion) Our AIM is to create a dynamic space where dancers of all levels can express their creativity and passion through movement. |
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Chess Club Have you ever wanted to be a Grandmaster or just wanted to try chess? Join us at our dedicated chess space where you can enjoy a game that develops critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and strategic thinking. Give it a go! |
Dungeons and Dragons (Tabletop Games) Explore fantastic worlds, clash with dark monsters, spin lore and commit heroic feats, in this Dungeons and Dragons Club! Meet new friends and grow your skills by putting yourselves into the shoes of other genders, sizes, shapes, races, and perspectives. |
Henna Club 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. Let your imagination flow with beautiful designs and patterns, learn new skills, and make new friends! |
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Minecraft Club 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 Club The art of paper folding. Come along to expand your skills and knowledge on this intricate and delicate art form. |
Problem Solving 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
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The Library "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. |
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Lewis's Christmas Library Trail Solve the clues around the library to help you locate the special item. |
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CONTACT US For all enrichment activity sign ups, bookings or questions please email: Activities@bradfordcollege.ac.uk |
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