YOUNGSTERS in Colchester will get a chance to sample university life at a free one day event.

Essex University is running a Kids’ Uni to get primary school children enthused about what they might learn if they go into higher education in the future.

The event at Firstsite on May 26 will include mini lectures on diverse topics including the future of energy and interpreting pictures in the Firstsite auditorium.

There will also be activity stalls and interactive workshops suitable for children aged between seven and 11.

It is hoped the event will also promote the university to residents as a place to work and study.

For more information visit the Kids' Uni website.