CAREERS, HE & EMPLOYABILITY

Virtual Higher Education Week - Go Higher West Yorkshire Go Higher West Yorkshire  are running a virtual Higher Education Week from 13th - 17th July 2020.   Who is the HE week aimed at? Aimed at Year 12 and 13 students, Some content may also be useful for parents/carers & education/carers practitioners. What will it involve? Full details see link  https://www.gohigherwestyorks.ac.uk/he-week/ Live events - checkout the programme below HE Fair - learn more about your HE opportunities in West Yorkshire Media Lounge - videos (HE Show Case, courses etc) Question and Answers - ask the Chatbot your question and we will answer throughout the week on our questions and answers page Social Media Promo Campaign... and more (new content coming in)

Opportunity to apply for a university scholarship which awards students £1,250 in their first year of university   The Holbeck Scholarship and is run through York University but you don't have to have applied to York University to be awarded the scholarship. Students have to meet certain eligibility criteria,- the first in your family to go to university (doesn't include siblings), parental income, and be predicted to achieve ABB or better (equivalent qualifications also considered). Please click on the link below to find out more about the programme, how to apply and check your eligibility: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/uk-eu/scholarships/holbeck/ The scheme is open now and the deadline to receive applications is: Friday 15th May You will need to provide an email address for a parent/guardian and you will need to pass on your Progress Tutor's contact details so we can provide a reference. It will be worth contacting your Progress Tu...

Cambridge Aspiring Scientists Training Programme The Aspiring Scientists Training Programme is supported by the University of Cambridge's Widening Participation Fund. It is a week-long residential experience and specifically looking to support students from state schools studying  A-level B iology who are interested in higher education or a career in science.  Entry Criteria: Please see the application form for additional eligibility information. Due to limited availability, please note that spaces will be competitive and completing an application form does not guarantee placement.  In addition to spending 5 afternoons working alongside scientists in the lab, students will attend interactive workshops, research and deliver a presentation on a scientific topic and network with PhD students and other scientists to get advice about careers and educational opportunities in biology. The university also provides accommodation and covers some transportati...

The University of Leeds Languages Residential  Linguastars at The University of Leeds offers a free residential to students interested in taking a language at university. The residential takes place from 30th June -1 st July.  If you are interested, please follow the link below:   https://artsoutreach.leeds.ac.uk/whats-on-offer/linguastars-residential/

UNIQ Summer School  UNIQ is a summer school programme available at the University of Oxford. They offer a 5 day residential programme to students free of charge.  Please check eligibility criteria as competition is tough to be accepted for this programme.  Closing Date is 27th January 2020.   https://www.uniq.ox.ac.uk/

Sutton Trust Summer Schools The Sutton Trust, an educational charity aimed at improving student opportunities, offer a number of university residential Summer Schools at one of a number of partner universities.  This is a great chance to explore what it’s like to be a student at university and learn more about your specialist subject. Competition is tough for places and there are set criteria to meet in order to be eligible.  The programme is completely free to participants.  Closing Date for applications is 3rd March 2020 https://summerschools.suttontrust.com/

NU Entry - Northumbria University Programme Northumbria University, based in Newcastle offer Year 12 students a supported entry programme which involves a number of activities and events to help students learn more about university life and students can gain 16 NU entry points (equivalent to 16 UCAS tariff points) when applying to Northumbria University.  For more details of the programme see the link below:  https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-northumbria/information-for-schools-and-colleges/ northumbria-university-supported-entry-scheme/

Social Mobility Foundation Programme The Social Mobility Foundation is a charitable organisation which carries out research and provides support for social mobility for students from low income backgrounds. They offer the   'Aspiring Partners Programme' (APP)   for students in year 12 to receive support with their career path/university application and continue to support you whilst at university. They provide support with: Mentoring by a professional via email Tailored skills sessions and career workshops University application support and guidance Internships with top employers These opportunities continue whilst you are at university also, so its a great opportunity to network and improve your employability skills for when you graduate. It will be something interesting to add to your C.V.  We have had students complete this before and it has really opened up a lot of   opportunities  for them in the future with employers. Th...

The Sutton Trust run a series of programmes, including one called Pathways to Medicine.  For our area, this is run at the Hull York Medical School, see the following link:  https://www.hyms.ac.uk/about/information-for-schools/pathways-to-medicine If you look on the website, it says that you have to attend a school/college in certain local authority areas, I have spoken to someone from the scheme and they have told me that students from our college CAN still apply.    You must just be very aware that you need to be able to get to York or Hull Universities as sessions run at both and you must be able to get to placements around the Hull/York area, they do sometimes have placements in Selby or Goole though which could suit some of our students.  It is competitive and gets oversubscribed so, if you are interested and fit the criteria , apply asap!

Pathways to Law with the Sutton Trust Pathways to Law is a programme run through the Sutton Trust for students interested in a career in Law. Run in conjunction with The University of Leeds it includes:  A one week work experience placement at a leading Law Firm A programme of After-school and weekend events E-mentoring from undergraduate Law Students The chance to attend a four day residential conference packed with talks, activities and networking opportunities A visit to the Inner Temple, the home of one of the major professional associations of barristers Applications are now open. Please check eligibility before applying. Your Progress Tutor will be able to complete your reference for this programme.  The deadline to apply is 31st October. https://www.suttontrust.com/our-programmes/pathways-to-law/

Exciting Opportunity for a Year 12 Summer Internship with the University of Hull Please see below for a summer internship opportunity from the University of Hull:     Summer Internships @ Hull: The Department of Physics & Mathematics at the University of Hull is seeking to appoint two Year 12 summer students, to join one of its internationally-recognised research teams for 5 weeks in July-August 2019.  Opportunities exist within the E.A. Milne Centre for Astrophysics and the George W. Gray Centre for Advanced Materials, including data mining astronomical datasets and simulations, nano materials, and laser physics.   The Department is passionate about breaking down barriers across gender, race, and socio-economics, and are seeking students passionate about undertaking an intensive research experience with some of the top scientists in the world.  Your grades or experience should not be seen as an impediment; we are looking for excite...

Holbeck Scholarship Worth £1,250 in First Year of Universit y Entry 2019 Please see below information about a scholarship that you may be eligible to apply for – The Holbeck Scholarship.  If successful you will receive a one off payment in your first year of £1,250. There is strict criteria, you must fit 2 of the following: ·          First in family to go to uni ·          Household income below £42,875 ·          Have overcome significant difficulties You also have to have been predicted at least ABB or Dist,Dist,Dist .  They are competitive so you will need to think about what you write in your application.  Deadline is 24 th May for all 3 parts of the application to have been completed.  You can put your tutor as the person to fill in the part for school staff.  Guidance notes are attached and there is more info provid...

Higher Education Road Show Friday 25th January & Saturday 26th January  10.00am - 4.30pm Ridings Shopping Centre, Wakefield Thinking about going to university and need some extra advice or wish you had gone to university but think it’s too late? Come along to our Higher Education Roadshow and find out how 2018 could be the start of a new journey to degree-level success.Come and meet representatives from local universities, try out interactive demos, get expert careers advice and be entered into a free prize draw for your chance to win £100 Love2Shop vouchers Location :   Ridings Shopping Centre,  Wakefield WF1 1DS – Middle Mall https://www.gohigherwestyorks.ac.uk/events/higher-education-roadshow-ridings-shopping-centre-wakefield/

Applications for Sutton Trust Summer Schools Now Open! Sutton Trust Summer Schools are a great opportunity for Year 12 students to experience a leading university, to meet other students, and to experience taster sessions and lectures for subjects they may be interested in. Applications are now open, the deadline is the 28th February. See the link below for more information and to apply: https://summerschools.suttontrust.com/ 

Springboard is a free event, funded by NCOP, aimed at young people/ parents/carers with SEND (special education needs and disability) and who have the  potential to progress into higher education (university/college/apprenticeship) in the future. Join us for a combination of talks from professionals and  current students about the support that can be offered and their  own experiences.  A great chance to speak to local universities and colleges about  what they can offer.  Food and refreshments will be available. Target audience: ● Students with SEND and their families/carers from yr 9 upwards ● Relevant careers, education and community professionals For more information visit the website: http://www.gohigherwestyorks.ac.uk/events/springboard-event/ Or speak to Jane Rolfe (Higher Education Progression Officer) based in the LRC.

Headstart Summer School Programme Headstart  is a programme for students age 16-17  who are interested in studying  Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths  subjects at university, for example subjects such as Aeronautical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry etc. Students are offered the chance to attend a week long summer school at the end of Year 12 at their choice of top university which will give you a chance to decide which course would be for you and a chance to experience undergraduate study. To find out more, please visit: http://www.etrust.org.uk/headstart/courses http://www.etrust.org.uk/headstart/apply-online Here is a link to a YouTube video to find out more about the programme: https://youtu.be/VGEan4h-sHw You will have to pay for the course, however if you feel that you and your family are under financial hardship, you may be able to apply for a Bursary.  There are also other programmes which offer sum...

Are you eligible for Access to Leeds? Anyone applying to a full-time undergraduate degree at the University of Leeds can apply to the Access to Leeds scheme. If you are eligible for the scheme you may receive an offer which has been lowered by two grades below the normal standard offer. To be eligible you must be living permanently in the UK, have the potential to succeed at the University of Leeds and meet two or more of the following criteria: ·          be from a household with an annual income of £25,000 or below or in receipt of 16-19 Bursary Fund or Discretionary Learner Support with an income threshold of £25,000, or in receipt of free school meals during your GCSE studies ·          be in the first generation of your immediate family to go to university ·          attend a school achieving below the national average at GCSE (Attainment 8...

Newcastle Partners Programme Newcastle Partners is a great way to prepare for university life, whether you are considering Newcastle or not, and on completion will lead to a revised (lower) offer.  Making an application is easy: Step one Check the PARTNERS Programme  eligibility criteria  and/or  contact us . Step two Complete a UCAS form  adding the letter 'P' in the 'Further Details' section next to the PARTNERS degree programme(s). Newcastle will not be able to process your PARTNERS application until your UCAS application is fully complete as we need your predicated grades, submitted by your teacher/tutor, to be able to fully assess your eligibility. Therefore,  don't submit your PARTNERS application form until you are at the stage to also submit your UCAS form  to UCAS. The 'P' enables admissions staff to identify PARTNERS applicants. You can apply for up to five courses at Newcastle University through the PARTNERS programme....

The Sutton Trust are an organisation who aim to support students interested in going to University in a number of sectors. They run programmes for year 12 students to get involved with a local university whilst studying at college to attend workshops, work experience placements, have access to a university mentor etc..  The opportunity to get involved in this programme gives you a really good insight and helps you stand out! The local programmes which are available are: Pathways to Law, at The University of Leeds,  Pathways to STEM at The University of York Pathways to Medicine at Hull York Medical School. In order to be considered for the programme you need to be able to travel to these universities and meet strict eligibility criteria and complete an application. They all have deadlines for the programme: Pathways to Law - 29th October Pathways to STEM - 1st November Pathways to Medicine - 8th January ...