Bounce Flex! 2026

ҹè��Ƶ student development programme

Bounce Flex! 2026

ҹè��Ƶ student development programme

Bounce Flex! is a personal and professional development programme open to all students at the ҹè��Ƶ, including undergraduates, postgraduates and recent graduates.
You bring the motivation; we’ll bring the tools!

This programme is designed for any student who would like to break free of habits such as overthinking, self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Through engaging and interactive sessions participants will work together to build their assertiveness, personal power and support network. Because some themes reflect research relating to the experience of women, the programme may be of more interest to female students, however participation is not restricted and all students are welcome.

The programme is facilitated in a way that ensures a safe, respectful, non-judgemental and empowering environment where all participants can speak openly and feel comfortable, heard and supported.

Whether you are wanting to get a professional role, work for yourself and/or just want to build your inner confidence this programme is for you.

What to expect

Inspirational guest speakers
A safe group environment
Being with like-minded individuals experiencing similar challenges
An optional taster session of yoga
A certificate and digital badge (if you complete the full programme)

Duration

Bounce Flex! can be completed over one or two semesters. You can attend one session, or all four, to gain a digital badge and certificate.

Do you want to...?

?Learn to say no
?Have your voice heard in group projects and meetings
?Manage your inner critic
?Reduce stress
?Tap into your personal power
?Know your worth
?Accept compliments

Build your:

confidence in recognising your skills, strengths, qualities and values
personal power
having your voice heard in group projects, meetings, and collaborative settings
sense of mindfulness and wellbeing
ability to make personal and professional connections
feeling comfortable accepting compliments/positive feedback

Overcome some of the barriers that can get in your way including:

overthinking
self-doubt and insecurities
staying in your comfort zone
potential gender bias and the ‘glass ceiling effect'

Don’t just take our word for it

This is what previous participants had to say:

100% would recommend the programme to others
100% said it improved their knowledge, understanding and confidence in the topic areas
100% said the content was very good/good

Book your place now

Bounce two-day programme

Date: Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 December 2025

Time: 9am–5pm

Location: On campus, to be confirmed.

Bounce Flex!

Recognise your worth & identify your strengths

Wednesday 11 February 2026, 2–4.30pm, BGB 304

Overcome the imposter syndrome & manage your inner critic

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 2–4.30pm, BGB 304

Improve your assertiveness & speak with confidence

Wednesday 11 March 2026, 3–5pm, Virtual

Understand your personal power & build your support network

Wednesday 25 March 2026, 3–5pm, Virtual

Event FAQs

I would like to attend the two day programme, but I can’t come to both days – can I still apply?

If you can’t attend both days, then please consider our flexible programme.

I would like to attend the flexible programme, but I can't attend all sessions – can I still apply?

Yes of course you can! We recommend you attending all four sessions to get the most of the programme and to receive a certificate and digital badge but if you are unable to you will still get a lot out of the sessions you do attend.

How do I secure my place?

Book your place by logging into myCareer or selecting the link in the relevant section of this webpage.

We will allocate places on a first-come, first-served basis so please make sure you book in good time to give you the best chance at securing a place on the programme. If the programme is full, we can add you to a waiting list and inform you if a place becomes available. Places are free but limited.

If you apply to attend a workshop, please do everything you can to ensure your attendance, as by booking a place you will prevent someone else from attending.

Who is it suitable for?

The programme is suitable for students at any stage of their university experience, including undergraduates, postgraduates and recent graduates. Because some themes reflect research relating to the experience of women, the programme may be of more interest to female students, however participation is not restricted, all students are welcome.

What should I do if I have additional support needs?

Please let us know in advance so that we can work with you to provide any necessary adjustments. Email careers@plymouth.ac.uk and mark it for the attention of Sarah Plunkett and Katie Finnimore, so that we can liaise with you directly.

Can I bring a friend?

Of course!

Don’t be afraid to come on your own either, there will be lots of opportunities to make new friends and sometimes it’s easier to discuss things that are on your mind with relative strangers.

How much personal stuff do I have to share?

What, and how much information, you share during the programme is entirely your choice. Everything discussed as part of the programme will be kept confidential; the only exception to this would be if safeguarding issues were raised.

Will you provide lunch and/or refreshments?

No unfortunately not. Please bring your own lunch/refreshments. Suitable breaks will be provided.

Is there a virtual / online version?

Yes! Bounce Flex! is offering a couple virtual sessions this semester.

The two-day programme is in person but some of the sessions in the flexible programme are virtual and you can join on zoom.

I have previously attended the programme, can I sign up again?

We would love for previous attendees to re-attend the programme but since places are limited, you would unintentionally prevent someone else from attending.

I work at the ҹè��Ƶ and would like to join Bounce! as a guest speaker

If you would like to be a guest speaker we would love to hear from you – please email Sarah Plunkett .

Information for employers who would like to support/sponsor the programme

For information on how you can support our programme please visit Employer engagement opportunities .

What our participants say

6“Lots of useful and applicable content!”
6“Very enjoyable and valuable lessons learnt.”
6“Thank you! I will carry some of the things I have learnt with me for life.”
6“Really enjoyed this programme and would recommend to other women too!”
6“Great content – it didn’t drag and I made new friends on the table I was on!”
6“Everyone was lovely and I really enjoyed the programme! I felt very safe and comfortable and it was all very informative and personal.”
6“I feel like this course couldn’t have come at a better time in my life. It has really provided me with growth.”
6“I really liked the programme – it changed my perspective on how I look at issues on my life. I will definitely try to implement some of the techniques I have learnt.”

Previous guest speakers

Celine Dearing – Teaching Fellow in Game Design (ҹè��Ƶ) and Senior Motion Capture Tracker (The Imaginarium Studios)
Hope Timberlake – Speaker, trainer and author
Michelle Finlay – Freelance Yoga Teacher and Sound Therapist
Nadine Asiedu-Dankwa – Manager, Accenture
Alison Turner – Environmental Geochemist and Lecturer in Chemistry and Environmental Science, ҹè��Ƶ
Loren Munnelly – Audit Manager, KPMG
Morag Noades – Mindfulness practitioner
Anna Sendall – Academic Registrar, ҹè��Ƶ
Ruoxi Shi – Principal Fire Engineer, Ashton Fire

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