Bridging Skills for Working Lives
Exploring Career-Ready Skills Through the Card Game of Bridge
Date & time
13 October 2025 | 15.30-18.00
Event format
Attend event in person
Event type
Workshop or training
Event topic
Our working lives
Audience
Children & families, Young People
Academic discipline
Sociology and social policy
Venue
Clyde Bridge Centre, Centura Court, 4 Nasmyth Rd, Hillington, Glasgow G52 4PR
What's on offer?
Bridging Skills for Working Lives is a half-day interactive event (approx. 3–4 hours) designed to introduce young people to the strategic card game bridge as a tool for developing workplace-relevant skills.
What's it about?
Learning the basics of the card game bridge and relating the skills learnt at the bridge table to the world of work.
Who's leading the event?
Speakers/event leaders: Dr Marina Milosheva and Prof Samantha Punch, Sociologists, University of Stirling
Demonstrators/case studies of workplace skills: Volunteers from the Clyde Bridge Centre and the Scottish Bridge Union.
Open to
This event is suitable for young people aged 11–26, as well as educators, parents, and community stakeholders interested in innovative approaches to career preparation and skill development. There is no cost to attend, and light refreshments will be provided.
Of particular interest to
This event will be of particular interest to young people who love playing games – especially strategy games – and learning new skills.
The event has been specifically designed for young people who are curious about career development or actively preparing for their future careers (if closer to school leaving age).
Event booking deadline
Until the event starts.
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