Bitesize Uni (BSU) is our free Year 12 summer school. Stay on campus, try out a degree subject in an area of your choice, and take part in fun social activities.
BSU will take place across two three-day periods, splitting attendees into two groups.
Sunday 12 July – Tuesday 14 July 2026
OR
Wednesday 15 – Friday 17 July 2026.
If you plan to apply, we strongly recommend keeping the full week free, as we will not be able to confirm which half of the week your chosen subject strand will run until closer to the event.
The event is designed to support you:
- make an informed decision about whether or not you want to go to university
- try out a subject you might want to study
experience student life, living in Newcastle University's Park View Accommodation.
- gain a sense of belonging and find out whether university and Newcastle are a good fit for you
- meet new people - get to know current university students and other year 12 students from around the UK
During the summer school, you can experience a wide range of academic subject taster sessions, workshops, and talks. Our aim is to give you the motivation to achieve your goals and the confidence to apply to university.
All costs are covered by the University, including your travel to and from Newcastle upon Tyne.