Here, you will find a combination of virtual and in-person opportunities from the University and College Sectors. We ask students and their parents to research fully any opportunities advertised on the noticeboard to ensure they are happy with the organisation they are linking with and its value for money if there is a cost.
Notices & Key Dates
UCAS Key Dates Timeline for 2025 and 2026 Applications.
Find an Open Day – Open days are an important way to learn about how a subject is taught and what you will study, from course tutors. Our advice is to prioritise course talks over general talks. If time/money are a constraint you can learn a lot from visiting local universities. If you are on the Sixth Form bursary, you can request that school helps with the costs, please talk to Mr Brown or Lucy.
NOW OPEN! – Student Finance Applications. We recommend that students make their student finance application as early as possible. They should avoid waiting until they get their exam results. Students should apply for student finance based on their first-choice (Firm). They can easily change this before their studies start. The most important thing is to get the application in!
Oxbridge Focus
Featured New Courses
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Our new BEng Aerospace Satellite Engineering course has been developed by world-leading academics and industry partners to equip graduates with the key skills required to work and thrive within the rapidly growing space sector.
Students will have the opportunity to build comprehensive technical and transferable skills, utilising our state-of-the-art labs. You will also become part of our North East Skills and Technology Centre (NESST), a £50 million investment with partners including the UK Space Agency and industry prime Lockheed Martin UK Space.
Undergraduate Study – Duration 4 Years
Drawing on the expertise of leading academics and researchers in the field, you will explore the origins and present-day contexts of societal conflicts about power, participation, and resources.
Undergraduate Study – Duration 3 Years
Special and Inclusive Education prepares you to be a forward-thinking professional, with expertise in creating equitable learning pathways and opportunities for diverse learning profiles, including special and additional educational needs.
Combined Honors in Social Sciences – allows you to create your own bespoke programme suited to your individual interests, strengths and career plans. You can choose up to 4 subjects within Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities.
Latest Opportunities
Medicine and Health
Virtual Session
Northumbria University Scholarship – Application deadline 30th June 2026
Year 13
Application for the NU ALLSTARS Scholarship is currently live, offering eligible students £1,500 in their first year at Northumbria. The scholarship is exclusive to students applying for a September 2026 start. To be eligible, students must enrol on a Level 4 programme and have Northumbria as their firm choice on UCAS by 30th June 2026.
Find out more and to apply (Northumbria University website)
Scholarship Flyer (PDF)
Medicine and Health
Virtual Session
Taster Sessions: Various dates
Yr 12 & 13
Bangor University’s College of Medicine and Health is delighted to invite you to our upcoming series of free online Taster Sessions – a programme of live lectures designed specifically for students exploring their options ahead of university.
Sessions are available across the following subject areas:
Sport Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Nursing, Midwifery, Biomedical Science, Medical Science, Psychology, Health and Social Care
These sessions offer students the chance to:
• Hear directly from Bangor University’s leading researchers and academics
• Get a genuine feel for university-level study in medicine and health
• Ask questions live during dedicated Q&A segments
• Attend from anywhere – no travel required, and no commitment to attend every session
Registration is completely free, and students can sign up for as many or as few sessions as they like. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to deepen your subject knowledge, build confidence, and make more informed decisions about your future studies.
HE Guidance
Webinar
Y12 & 13
How Do I Manage My Money at University – Thursday 23rd April, 4:30pm – 5:15pm
Being able to manage your money at university is key to your long-term success. Why not hear from two current students on their top tips for budgeting? They’ll give real examples of what they spend in a week and how using budget tools helped them to manage money smartly. Advising on finding part-time jobs while studying and what you need to think about before applying. Insider information on saving hacks to get ahead with managing your money. If you have questions about budgeting your money at university this is the forum to get them answered.
By the end of the webinar, you will have everything you need to feel confident about making your money work for you.
Parents and carers are also welcome to attend the session, to better understand how to support their young person.
Scholarship
Opportunities
Y12
St Chad’s College Scholarships – Deadline for applications is Sunday 26th April
St Chad’s is the smallest college in Durham, and we are fortunate, thanks to the generous support of alumni, to have been able to put together a range of named scholarships which carry a value of £3,000 per year.
There are five named scholarships available
- Dr Joe Cassidy Memorial Bursary (St Chad’s Website)
- Shattock Family Scholarship (St Chad’s Website)
- Jim Tyrrell Memorial Scholarship (St Chad’s Website)
- Jim Tyrrell North East Scholarship (St Chad’s Website)
- Sandi Russell Undergraduate Scholarship (St Chad’s Website)
Deadline for applications is Sunday 26th April.
Pharmacy/ Pharmacology
Webinar
Y12
Pharmacy or Pharmacology – 29th April, 4:30pm – 5:15pm
Do you love chemistry and biology and want to study a degree that will encompass the two? Both pharmacy and pharmacology are popular options but how can you decide between them?
Pharmacy is a clinical course but contains plenty of science fundamentals whereas pharmacology explores how medicines work in the body with laboratory practical skills in both biology and chemistry.
This session will include an explanation of pharmacy and pharmacology degrees discussing the key skills learnt in each with interactive activities for the audience to engage with.
Law & Criminology
Webinar
16+
Think Tank The UK Prison System – Cutting Edge University Perspectives & Debate – Monday 27th April, 4:15pm – 5:15pm
Think Tank Panel of academics each have 5 minutes at the beginning of the sessions to outline the key issues, as they see them, relating to The K Prison System.
Ahead of the event we invite students to submit questions and arguments within the overall session theme which which following he introductory inputs from our academics, are then either posed by the student themselves or by the host, depending upon each student’s preference.
The academics will then share their perspectives with plenty of opportunity for students to engage in the discussion. The event will progress in a similar way to ‘Question Time’.
Woven into the discussion, the speakers are encouraged to shed light on how undergraduates engage in these critical issues during their studies.
Psychology/Sociology
Webinar (Ages 16+)
Minority Influence – How Climate Change Became A Mainstream Concern – 5th May, 11:00am – 11:45am
In this online event for schools and colleges, Dr Ian Norman, Lecturer in Psychology in the School of Psychology at University of East Anglia, will deliver an interactive talk on Minority Influence entitled Minority Influence – How Climate Change Became A Mainstream Concern.
Social norms are prevalent throughout society and govern many human behaviours. Those who don’t follow these norms can face social sanctions. Yet, we regularly see attitude and behavioural change over time – for instance, the UK public are much more environmentally conscious than they were 25 years ago.
This talk will consider how climate change and environmental concerns became a mainstream political issue over time, and how well minority influence can account for this change in attitudes and behaviour.
Find out more and apply (Channel Talent website)
Engineering/Physics
Webinar (Ages 16+)
Apollo, Artemis and Space Sustainability – 6th may, 3:35pm – 4:20pm
In this Engineering/Physics session, Jez Turner, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering at University of Nottingham, will run an interactive talk for students on Apollo, Artemis and Space Sustainability. The full details of this live and interactive discussion are available below and include a 15 minute recorded video which can be watched as a class activity or independently in preparation for the session.
This will be an engaging online session for A-Level students, focused on one of the most important challenges facing the modern space industry: sustainability. As human activity in space grows rapidly, from satellite mega-constellations to ambitious Human exploration missions to the Moon, questions around space debris, responsible design, and long-term stewardship of the space environment have never been more critical.
Find out more and apply (Channel Talent website)
History
Webinar (Ages 16+)
The Tudor State & The Wider World – 11th May, 10:10am – 10:55am
In this History session, Dr Jessica Sharkey, Associate Professor in Early Modern History in the School of History and Art History at University of East Anglia, will run an interactive talk for students on The Tudor State and The Wider World.
This session will begin by examining the Tudor state itself: how authority was exercised, how government functioned, and how monarchs from Henry VII to Elizabeth I sought to manage and extend their power. It will introduce students to key themes of Tudor government whilst highlighting notable developments in the field of historical research. The second part of the session will widen the lens, placing the Tudor state in a broader international context. Here, we will draw on recent scholarship to explore diplomacy, trade, warfare, and cultural contact to show how historians now study the Tudors through an international and comparative approach rather than purely through national narratives.
Find out more and apply (Channel Talent website)
Media/Computer Science
Webinar (Ages 16+)
Artificial Intelligence and 4 Big Ethical Debates in the Media – 12th May, 2:30pm- 3:15pm
In this interactive Media/Computer Science event with University of Surrey, we take a close look at ethical issues in the Media which are being driven by the emergence and evolution of Artificial Intelligence.
Led by our inspiring speakers, Peter Bradley and Minsak Nanang, we will address four big ethical debates affecting the Media which are all currently being played out in our legal system, have a profound impact on wider society and have significant implications for the technical design of AI systems.
- AI ‘stealing’ media content (for training)
- Fake content (news, imagery/video & relationships)
- Bias within models/algorithms (gender, age, ethnicity)
- Impact of AI on employment (both within the media or tech sectors).
In a chaired discussion, Peter and Minsak will engage the audience in a debate around central questions of deep tech, media impact, ethical considerations and policy responses.
These issues are of critical importance in both academic disciplines, Media and Computer Science, and we look forward to engaging in an interdisciplinary way with your questions and arguments.
Find out more and apply (Channel Talent website)
Physics
Webinar (Ages 16+)
Understanding Particle Wave Duality – 11th May, 12:45pm- 1:30pm
In this Physics session, Dr Seb Haines, Lecturer in Physics and Engineering Materials in the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics at University of East Anglia, will run an interactive talk for students on Understanding Particle Wave Duality.
Thinking of light as an electromagnetic wave has allowed us to make enormous scientific and technological progress. Quantum mechanics, however, tells us that this is not the whole story and that in the world of single atoms and subatomic particles we must think of light as coming in discreet chunks. We call these chunks ‘photons’ and they behave like particles.
On the other hand, quantum mechanics also demands that we think of particles as having wave-like properties and being described by the wavefunction.
Can we be happy to view matter waves as a mathematical trick or must we seek a deeper understanding?
Find out more and apply (Channel Talent website)
Student Life
Webinar (Ages 16+)
Mixed Sessions – Various Dates
Global Opportunities Online Information Session, Monday 1 June, 16:00-17:00
This session will explore the wide range of study and work abroad opportunities available to UofG students, including possible destinations and how to get involved. Current students will also share their experiences of studying abroad, followed by a Q&A. This session is open to offer holders, prospective students and parents/carers who can register here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/visit/undergraduate/onlineinfosessions/globaloppsession/
Undergraduate Open Day (On-Campus), Thursday 18 June, 09:00-15:00
The University of Glasgow will be holding its Undergraduate Open Day in June on our Gilmorehill Campus. This event offers pupils the chance to explore the campus, speak with staff and students, and gain insight into university life. The opportunity to register can be found here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/visit/undergraduate/opendays/
Staff Led Information Sessions (Zoom), Monday 27 April and Monday 11 May, 16:00-17:00
Join our team for an online information session where prospective students can learn everything they need to know about life at the University of Glasgow. From chat about our vibrant city and beautiful campus to understanding degree programmes, this is a great chance to find out more about Glasgow. More details, dates and registration can be found here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/visit/undergraduate/onlineinfosessions/ugofferholder/
Student Led Information Sessions (Zoom), Thursday 21 May, 16:00-17:00
This is an opportunity to listen to current students talk about student life in Glasgow. Our students will talk about their experience of living in Glasgow, societies, sports, accommodation, and more, with time for questions. We will also be joined by a member of staff for any further questions. You can register here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/visit/undergraduate/onlineinfosessions/studentledinfosessions/
Food Science & Nutrition
Summer School
Y12
Food Science & Nutrition Summer School – Tuesday 30th June – Thursday 2nd July
This immersive programme is ideal for students considering degrees or careers in food science, nutrition and related STEM fields. It will support your academic decision-making while giving you a taste of university life.
Applications are now open to join this exciting 3-day residential at the University of Leeds exploring the science behind what we eat.
Closing Date Tuesday 7th April
Biosciences
Summer School
Y12
Biosciences Summer School – Thursday 25th – Friday 26th June
Are you interested in exploring the different areas of biosciences and where they can lead? Join this free two day residential summer school staying in university student accommodation. As well as lab activities and a taster lecture, you will meet student support staff who will answer all your questions to help you prepare for life as an undergraduate student.
Closing Date Tuesday 7th April
All Subjects
Open Days
Y12
University of Oxford Open Days: 1st and 2nd July and 18th September.
Discover Oxford University at its best by visiting an Open Day. It’s the perfect chance to explore historic colleges, meet world‑class academics, and get a real feel for student life. You’ll experience the atmosphere of the city, learn about courses and admissions, and see whether Oxford feels like the right fit for you.
All Subjects
Online Information Sessions
Yr 12
Edinburgh University – Various dates
We run a range of online events that you can access wherever you are in the world.
Our regular ‘Introduction to the University of Edinburgh’ sessions provide an overview of what it’s like to study with us, and the opportunity to ask questions. View the event details and book a session below.
As well as our regular sessions, from time to time we will run online events which are specific to a particular subject area. We will update those on our mailing list when booking opens for relevant events.
Medicine & Dentistry
Advice on Preparing for applications
Yr 12
Medical Schools Council – Preparing to apply
The Medical Schools Council recommend that students start preparing now for dentistry and medicine applications so that they have everything in place for this time next year.
Writing a personal statement for Medical School & Dental School
Competitions
English
Competition
Yrs 12 & 13
Edward Thomas Fellowship Essay Competition
Our Year 12-13 essay competition is an excellent opportunity for students to critically analyse a single poem in a short essay, deepen their understanding of early twentieth century poetry as well as enrich their UCAS application. There is a £100 cash prize for the winning submission and £50 each for the two runners up, amongst other prizes.
Useful Resources/Opportunities
All Subjects
On Demand Webinars
Yrs 12 & 13
UniTasterDays
These impartial videos have one key aim. To support students who are considering university to make informed future subject decisions. They feature guest speakers from a range of different universities, who are always experts in the subject being explored.
Dentistry
Online Resource
Yrs 12 & 13
University of Sheffield
This resource provided from the University of Sheffield gives an insight into the world of dentistry. Resource provided via the Futurelearn portal.
Medical Sciences
Online Lectures
Yrs 12 & 13
UCL
UCL have an online medical sciences lecture series which is free and open to everyone to get inspired.
Natural Sciences
Spotlight
Yrs 12 & 13
Durham University
At Durham, we actively provide our students with opportunities to develop attributes we hope they have by the time they graduate. One way in which we do this is through our excellent multi-subject degree programmes.
Explore our Natural Sciences webpages to discover whether Natural Sciences at Durham could be a good match for your students.