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Events

Our University of Sunderland events programme offers something for everyone, from art exhibitions and performances to training workshops and public lectures. Here you will also find information about our recruitment events and opportunities to explore our modern facilities.

If you’re interested in hosting an event at one of our campuses or commercial venues then please visit Venue Sunderland for more information.

All Events

  1. Topic - Talks and Lectures, Schools and Colleges

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    The Traitors Effect: Psychology Meets Reality TV

    BBC One’s popular series, ‘The Traitors’ returns to screens for a fourth season following on from the hugely successful first season of ‘Celebrity Traitors’.  Join us as we analyse this series with experts from Film and Media, and Psychology.

    Wednesday, January 14, 2026 - Wednesday, January 14, 2026

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

  2. Topic - Schools and Colleges

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    Medicine at Sunderland

    Our Medicine Masterclass is ideal for sixth form and college students, teachers, advisers, parents, supporters, and postgraduate degree holders interested in studying or learning more about MBChB Medicine for a 2026/27 intake if Year 13 or 2027/28 for those in Year 12. 

    Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - Tuesday, January 20, 2026

    5:00 PM - 6:15 PM

  3. Topic - Schools and Colleges

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    Pharmacy at Sunderland

    Our Pharmacy Masterclass is ideal for sixth-form and college students, as well as teachers, advisers, parents, supporters, and postgraduate degree holders interested in studying or learning more about MPharm Pharmacy at Sunderland.

    Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - Wednesday, January 21, 2026

    5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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    Master Your Nursing Interview

    Join us for an informative session with our nursing admissions tutors who will help you to optimise your interview performance.

    Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - Wednesday, January 21, 2026

    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

  5. Topic - Schools and Colleges

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    The Orwell Foundation Youth Prize Launch

    The Orwell Youth Prize is an annual writing competition for young people in the UK. 

    Friday, January 23, 2026 - Friday, January 23, 2026

    9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

  6. Topic - Schools and Colleges

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    Behind the Lens, Beneath the Mind, Inside the Crime: Exploring Adolescence

    After sparking huge discussion in our online event earlier this year, Adolescence returns this time, on the big screen. Join us on campus for an immersive exploration of the Netflix hit TV drama that has gripped audiences and ignited national conversation.

    Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - Wednesday, January 28, 2026

    11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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