It is full of new courses, activities and opportunities, just choosing one course could make all the difference to you. It could:
October Half Term - 26-30 October
This guide tells you everything you need to know about what is on offer, how to apply and what you can get out of it.
If you have questions that are not covered in this guide, just call the HYPU hotline on 020 7249 4542
Getting on the courses
HYPU is open to all young people aged 11-25. Each course listing in this guide tells you which age group it is for. You can apply right up to the day a course starts. However courses do fill up quickly, so in order to make sure that you get on the courses you want, complete the enrolment form and send to Hackney Young Peoples University, Unit 25, The Forum, Independent Place, Shacklewell Lane, London, E8 2HE or complete it online and email it to Hackneyuniversity@yahoo.co.uk
You can apply for up to four courses using the form – but if you want to attend more, just let us know and we’ll make sure you are enrolled on as many courses as you can squeeze in. If you require further information about these courses please contact a member of our enrolment team on
020 7249 4542.
Peer motivators Peer motivators aged 16-25 are available to help you. They are trained to give support and advice to anyone taking part in HYPU. They can help you find your way around and provide you with information about what’s going on. If you want to know more, just ask on the HYPU Hotline:
020 7249 4542
Disability Access
Student with physical disabilities will find all HYPU main sites and satellite sites fully accessible
If you are interested in a particular course, please contact the enrolment team on the HYPU Hotline 020 7249 4542 to discuss your access needs eg. Signer, care support or transport.
Where will I have to go?
Courses are held at different sites in and around Hackney. Each course description will tell you which venue it will be held in. The venue guide gives you more details.
What’s in it for you?
As well as being free, fun and a great way to meet new people. HYPU gives you the chance to improve your skills. All students who complete their courses will receive a Certificate of Achievement, which details what they have learnt. These can be used for students National Record of Achievement or in portfolios for further study or employment. Some courses offer sport awards or national accreditation (eg the British Red Cross First Aid Course). Any certificates that you are awarded will be present during the HYPU Awards Ceremony in December.
Click on the Course Programme title for more information...
Arts and Media
Drama Workshop- (MA08)
Music Production/Lyrics Writing- (MA17)
Infusion Dance Class- (PA13)
Africn Dance- (PA12)
HYPU Next Top Model- (VA17)
Make a Film Week- (MA11)
Come Design with Me- (VA25)
I want to be a Radio Presenter- (MA13)
Batik & T shirt Making- (VA18)
Digital Photography and Photoshop- (VA12)
Working in Journalism (MA07)
Event Management (WZ17)
Can't Draw won't Draw- (MA26)
Website Design- (TT01)
Recycle Jewellery Making workshop- (VA24)
Tomorrows Voices- (MA29)
Essential Life Skills
Introduction to Make-Up and Beauty-(SE51)
Caribbean Cookery-(SE26)
Introduction to Nail Care-(SE32)
Quick and Easy Bites-(SE11)
Basic Hair Dressing-(SE22)
Advanced Hair Dressing-(SE54)
Basic Hair Dressing-(SE64)
Advanced Hair Dressing-(SE56)
Basic First Aid (1 day only)-(SE15)
A Piece of Cake-(SE52)
A Taste of Africa-(SE10)
Introduction to Basic Massage-(SE50)
Meet the Parents-(SE60)
Managing your finances-(SE61)
Intro to Soap Making-(SE62)
Food and Science-(SE63)
Special Events
HYPU Open MicSummer Jam-(SP27)
HYPU Debate: Talk the Talk-(SP37)
Lunch Time Activities-(SP08)
HYPU Careers Day-(SP36)
HYPU Sports Day-(SP35)
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Sports Leisure and Recreation
Self Defence for women-(SZ01)
Volley Ball-(SZ27)
Basketball-(SZ04)
20 20 Cricket-(SZ08)
HYPU Sports Day-(SZ35)
Soft Ball/ Rounders-(SZ10)
Football-(SZ02)
Football-(SZ03)
Martial Arts-(SZ50)
Sports Activities for Disabled Young People-
(SZ11)
Fix your Bike-(SZ48)
Cheer Leading-(SZ49)
Community Sports Leaders Award-(SZ14)
Fun and Funky Fitness-(SZ51)
Vocational and Academic
New Generation Maths-(SE27)
New Generation Maths-(SE46)
Millennium English-(SE17)
Millennium English-(SE47)
French for beginners-(SE01)
I want to be an Architect-(WZ18)
Creative Writing-(SE53)
Speak Out-(SE57)
Speak Out-(SE59)
Science-(SE58)
HYPU Enterprise-(WZ20)
Interview skills and Presentation skills-(WZ11)
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Comments from past students.
" The residential was an excellent part of our training and helped bond the peer group together. ...I also experienced working with disabled students, which was beneficial as I was able to talk to them and have an insight into 'their' world."
Maria Onyenmelu, Peer Motivator
" The teacher was so helpful and funny- she was easy to relate to."
Self Defence Student
" I thought that this Law as a Career day was very informative and interesting. We got to learn a lot of things and managed to gain a deeper insight into the concept of Law. We got to speak to solicitors and barristers and hear what they do in their lives/career/jobs. "
Law as a career Student
" I learnt a lot about different dance techniques and postures, I also gained some confidence."
Dance student
" The course was excellent and so was the tutor. "
Vinylogy Student
" I liked the course and the way of teaching. I think that it was an excellent place to learn
French, with a good teacher. "
French Student
