Flavortown is a Hack Club program for teen coders where participants build technical personal projects, earn virtual currency called "cookies," and redeem those cookies for donated prizes. The program runs across a winter window (displayed on the site as Dec 22 to March 31) and showcases many example projects to inspire participants. Participants can make websites, games, hardware projects, or any technical project and ship them for others to experience. Projects must be open-source to qualify. As you share and engage, you accumulate cookies which can be exchanged for tiered prizes ranging from stickers and small credits up to larger electronics (Raspberry Pis, iPads, laptops and more). The program is explicitly aimed at highschoolers (ages 13-18) and is free to join. The site notes that prizes are donated or paid for by Hack Club; international winners should be aware customs may apply. Additional participation details and examples of prior seasons (Summer of Making, High Seas) are provided on the site.

Creative Composing Lab is a free series of composing workshops run by Birmingham Contemporary Music Group for young people. The programme is aimed at school pupils in Years 10-13 (ages 14-18) and offers participants the chance to compose under the guidance of professional composer David Horne.

Sessions focus on developing young composers' creative skills with expert tuition from BCMG practitioners. The workshops are provided at no cost to participants and are presented by Birmingham Contemporary Music Group as an outreach opportunity for school-aged young people interested in music composition.

Compete High's Generative AI Bootcamp: Mastering Prompt Engineering is a one-hour online session that teaches practical prompt engineering techniques for generative AI. The session combines short theory segments with hands-on exercises to help participants learn how to optimise AI outputs, create AI-driven content, and build simple AI content tools. The event runs on Saturday 4 April 2026 from 15:00 to 16:00 UTC. The bootcamp is aimed at creatives, designers, marketing professionals, developers, entrepreneurs, students and professionals who want to use generative AI for content creation, automation and digital projects. No prior prompt engineering experience is required; participants should have a basic comfort with computers and internet navigation and be willing to experiment with AI platforms and templates provided during the session. By the end of the workshop attendees will have practical prompt strategies, hands-on examples of AI content workflows, and guidance on using generative AI ethically and effectively for professional projects. The session is delivered online by Compete High and includes access to templates and exercises used during the bootcamp.

The Elite Dual Career Athlete Pathway (EDCAP) at the University of Birmingham is a sport scholarship programme offering high-performance student-athletes tailored dual-career support. It mirrors UK Sport world class performance programmes and provides access to bespoke specialist practitioners (strength & conditioning, nutrition, physiology, psychology and performance lifestyle), unlimited physiotherapy/soft tissue therapy within a fair use policy, funding support for international representation and medical interventions, and academic flexibility through a dedicated Performance Lifestyle Coach. EDCAP consists of two tiers: a one-year Talent programme that can lead onto the Elite programme for athletes meeting performance standards; the Elite tier receives more individualised support and higher funding. Awards include financial support (a component up to £3,000 and total package value typically between £8,000 and £12,000), 12-month Sport & Fitness Peak membership with full facility access, scholar kit and an Athlete Resource Pack, plus induction activities and scholar social events across the academic year. Student-athletes at junior international standard (or above) in Olympic and Commonwealth sports are invited to apply. Students of all years and nationalities (including postgraduates) may be considered. The programme provides contextual admissions benefits for some incoming undergraduates and offers a structured application timeline with wave deadlines and interview dates as published on the Sport Scholarships page.

English Literature and Creative Writing at Oxford Summer Courses is a residential/on-campus summer programme for ambitious 13-15-year-olds. Hosted in historic Oxford colleges, the course uses small seminar-style lessons (maximum 8 students) to explore classic and contemporary texts and develop students' creative writing across fiction, poetry and character work. Sessions combine close reading, discussion, practical writing tasks and peer workshops to build clarity, style and literary understanding. The programme blends morning tutorials with afternoon directed study, peer workshops and project-based writing. Tutors tailor lessons to the group's interests and include a masterclass on teamwork and debating plus reflection sessions to review personal goals and progress. Every student receives detailed tutor feedback, a personalised letter of recommendation and a certificate of achievement on completion. Students stay in Oxford and take part in organised excursions and cultural activities. Accommodation options vary by tier (Non-residential, Plus, Superior, Premier) with different room and service levels; meals, activities and some transfers/insurance are included depending on the chosen package. Apply online to secure a place.

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH) Skills Academy runs a range of in-person and occasional virtual work experience and insight activities for school students. Offerings include Year 10 and 11 Career Insight Weeks (three-day programmes of talks, tours and interactive, non-clinical sessions), ad-hoc observational placements, subject-specific days (for example pharmacy and pathology), and sector-specific weeks such as Access Accountancy. Placements are observational only and do not include clinical duties or doctor shadowing through Skills Academy.

Key programmes described include Year 10 and 11 Career Insight Weeks (multiple dates in 2025 and 2026), a Year 12 Pathology Summer School (four days, with lab practicals and UEA lab sessions), a Year 12 Pharmacy Work Experience Day (one day), regular Pharmacy tours and careers talks (Wednesday afternoons 15:30-16:15 on listed dates), and a one-week Access Accountancy placement (~30+ hours). The page also links to PGME-run medical education insight programmes for Year 12 and 13 students and a Year 10/11 Medicine Insight Day.

Applications and application forms are circulated to schools and colleges and advertised on NNUH Skills Academy social channels; when live the application link is posted on this page. For programme-specific queries applicants are directed to the Skills Academy email (skillsacademy@nnuh.nhs.uk) or the individual programme contact emails provided on the page.

Ada Computer Science is a free, online computer science programme aimed at students and teachers. The programme provides computer science learning materials and practice questions to support learning and teaching in computing.

Resources are provided online for self-study and classroom use so that teachers can incorporate them into lessons and students can work through learning materials and questions at their own pace. No application or fee is required; access is via the Ada Computer Science website.

The Oxford Experimental Psychology Summer School (ages 16-18) is a two-week residential programme held at Queen's College, University of Oxford. Students explore experimental psychology through hands-on research, experimental design and case studies, learning how theory applies to real-world scenarios such as education, health and everyday behaviour. The course covers topics including the brain, cognition, human interaction and the psychology behind belief in misinformation, with attention to research ethics.

Participants conduct their own investigations, producing both a written research report and a presentation on a chosen topic, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that develop critical evaluation skills. Teaching is delivered by subject experts and includes guided workshops, lectures and collaborative learning designed to strengthen academic skills in preparation for higher education.

The programme is residential: accommodation, meals, tuition and cultural programmes are included. Students take part in campus activities and excursions, attend a graduation ceremony where they receive a certificate, and benefit from a supervised campus environment with 24-hour staff presence and set check-in and curfew procedures.

The British Physics Olympiad Senior Physics Challenge (SPC) is a national competition aimed at Year 12 (first year of A-level or equivalent) students. There are two routes: SPC Online, a quiz-style competition made up of two 30-minute multiple-choice sets designed to encourage wider reading and interest in physics; and the traditional paper SPC, a one-hour problem-based paper that challenges students' problem-solving and application of core physics principles.

Both competitions are intended to be taken in school under teacher supervision and are not permitted to be sat remotely. The online event is run via the BPhO Competition Platform and is accessible to capable students (not an Olympiad-level paper). The paper competition uses a problem-set format with past papers recommended for preparation; teachers download papers from the Competition Platform and mark scripts in school using the provided mark scheme.

Entry arrangements vary: SPC Online charges £20 for a school entry (up to 999 students), the paper competition is free for (UK) schools while international schools have a £20 fee for up to 100 students. Results, reports and supporting materials (sample questions, past papers, mark schemes) are available on the Competition Platform. Selected top performers may be invited (with their teacher) to the Royal Society awards.

Future Creatives is a series of multidisciplinary art and design workshops run by University of the Arts London during school holidays across different locations in the UK. Courses allow 11 to 17 year olds to take part in focused projects exploring a wide range of techniques - from 3D design and drawing to portrait painting and mod roc sculpture - with each class and term presenting new content delivered by experienced tutors.

Classes are hands-on, wellbeing-focused and designed to help students develop practical skills, build confidence and create a portfolio of work to take home. All materials are provided and sessions are run as drop-off, allowing learners to experiment in a supportive environment. On completion students receive a certificate recognising the skills and techniques they have tried during the classes.

Booking is made via the course page where participants select location and date, add to basket, create an account and complete payment. The programme lists named tutors for upcoming sessions and encourages early booking to secure places.

UCL's Departmental Taster Days are short on-campus events aimed at school students considering undergraduate study in Classics and the Ancient World. They are explicitly for students in Years 11 to 13 and for anyone thinking of applying for the Classics and the Ancient World BA. Sessions give an introduction to the department and the subjects it covers.

Events typically last around two to three hours and include sample lectures on the history, archaeology, languages and literature of Greece, Rome, Egypt and the Near and Middle East. Attendees can hear academic staff from the Department of Greek and Latin, UCL History and the Institute of Archaeology, listen to talks by current students about their experiences, speak informally with staff and students, and take tours of the department and campus.

A sample event is scheduled for 29 October 2025 (2pm4:00pm) in Lecture Theatre G6 at the UCL Institute of Archaeology, 31-34 Gordon Square, London WC1H 0PY. Tickets are provided via Eventbrite (link on the UCL page). For queries contact Dr Mark Weeden or Dr Mairéad McAuley as listed on the page.

This listing is for the virtual kick-off event of the Bincom Hackathon March 2026: Hacking genAI 5.0. The kick-off is a two-hour online session that introduces participants, observers and community judges to the hackathon theme, helps teams form and brainstorm ideas, and provides logistical information ahead of the main 24-hour build period. The event is organised by Bincom Dev Center and runs online; physical local kick-off events will also be held in several cities (London, Yaba, Gombe, Kano, Ibadan and more). The hackathon welcomes people with a range of skills - developers, designers, project managers, business analysts and non-technical contributors - and explicitly states that no prior technical experience is required. Attendees can participate as a competitor, serve as a community judge reviewing submissions, or join as an observer. Organisers recommend joining the Bincom Tech Network Slack workspace and the Bincom Hackathon WhatsApp group for announcements, team-formation and real-time coordination. Separate registration is required for the overall hackathon at the Bincom hackathon site.

University of Hertfordshire undergraduate open days let prospective students explore campus life, meet students and staff, and learn about courses and support available. Visitors can tour the College Lane and de Havilland campuses, attend subject sessions and talks, and view guaranteed accommodation options. The university sends attendees a programme with session timings, a campus map and further information about a week before the event. Bookings are open for the next in-person Open Day on Saturday 25 April 2026 (09:30-15:00). The university is also holding an Open Day on Saturday 27 June 2026 (09:30-15:00); interested visitors can leave their details to be notified when bookings open. The events include travel support: free parking, free Uno bus travel for registered attendees (voucher emailed before the event) and a mileage reimbursement scheme (up to £100) for eligible UK applicants who are applying for an undergraduate course at Herts. Attendees can bring up to two guests and are encouraged to plan which talks and subject sessions to attend. For queries about open days or travel reimbursement eligibility, email opendays@herts.ac.uk.

The Murray Edwards College She Talks Science STEP Summer School is a free, in-person residential programme for students who have just completed Year 12 and who identify as a woman or non-binary. It is aimed at those studying Maths and Further Maths (or equivalent) at A Level and who are strongly considering studying for a Mathematics degree at a top-level university. The event runs Wednesday 26th August to Friday 28th August 2026 at Murray Edwards College, Cambridge. The programme offers academic activities and outreach aimed at preparing applicants for undergraduate study in mathematics; 40 places are available and applications will be assessed on academic merit. If a student’s school does not offer Further Maths they are asked to contact outreach@murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk to discuss eligibility. Places are free and residential at the College. Successful applicants will be required to sign a code of conduct and will be informed whether they have a place by Monday 1st June 2026. A privacy notice is provided on the application form.

Goldsmiths' Young Writer Competitions are creative competitions for young people aged 16-18, run by Goldsmiths, University of London. There are three strands: Young Writer (a 1,000-word short story competition supported by staff in Literary and Creative Studies), Young Anthropologist (a 1,000-word essay supported by staff in Anthropology), and New for 2026, Young Podcaster (a 3-5 minute podcast competition supported by staff in Education and Lifelong Learning). Entrants may enter any or all of the three competitions. The deadline to register for all three competitions is 17 April 2026. Registered entrants will be invited to online workshops throughout the year delivered by academics and alumni to help hone writing and recording skills. Registrants will also receive information about upcoming Goldsmiths events, resources and recommendations to support submission preparation. Prizes include a £500 first prize for each competition, runner-up prizes of £100, and small prizes for shortlisted entries. Further information about entry formats, registration and resources is available via the Goldsmiths Schools and Colleges pages.

MedicHut offers bursaries to help remove financial barriers for students preparing applications to medicine and dentistry. Alongside free resources, sessions, and advice, these bursaries are intended for students who would otherwise be unable to afford MedicHut courses. Applicants may request partial bursaries (10-90%) or a full bursary and are asked to apply only for the amount they actually need.

Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate commitment to their goals and ideally be predicted the grades required for medical or dental school. MedicHut assesses need and distributes larger awards to students in greater financial hardship; evidence of financial circumstances may be requested. Applications are generally processed within seven working days and successful applicants will be contacted by email.

Individuals or companies interested in sponsoring students for scholarships or bursaries can contact MedicHut to increase the number of funded places. Contact options provided by MedicHut include email, WhatsApp, and phone for enquiries and support with bursary applications.

The Northern School of Art Foundation Art Prize 2026 is a regional competition celebrating the creativity of young artists. The prize accepts original still-image and video-based work and is judged by the UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design team at the Middlesbrough campus alongside representatives from Bloomin Arts and the Schools Further Education leadership. Submissions must be the entrants own work and should not be submitted if created specifically for formal assessment (for example, GCSE or A Level final outcomes). There are two age categories: Years 9 11 (approx. ages 14 6) for entrants living in the Tees Valley, and Years 12 13 (approx. ages 16 8) for entrants living across the North East and Yorkshire and the Humber. Cash prizes, creative materials vouchers and a school contribution towards art materials will be awarded across both categories, and shortlisted work will be exhibited as part of the Schools Summer Show. Key dates: the competition launched on 11 February 2026, the submission deadline is 01 May 2026, shortlisted entrants are notified by 29 May 2026, and the exhibition of shortlisted work runs from 17 to 24 June 2026 with the awards presentation on 18 June 2026. Entrants should submit via the online entry form on the Northern School of Art website.

Conservation Travel Africa offers a Horse Riding & Rhino Conservation volunteer programme based at Imire Conservancy in Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe. The programme runs in one- or two-week blocks with arrivals and departures on Mondays, and is limited to a small group (maximum four horse-riding volunteers). Volunteers live at Numwa House and contribute directly to the conservancy’s work protecting rhino, elephants and other wildlife.

As an equine volunteer you will spend around three hours riding each day (five days a week) and take part in activities including game counts, wildlife research and tracking, horseback conservancy monitoring and maintenance, anti-poaching and security patrols (including snare patrols), cattle mustering on horseback, and community conservation and education projects. Practical instruction is provided by experienced guides, and volunteers work closely with local staff and the conservancy team.

The programme includes accommodation, three meals a day, airport transfers on set Mondays, laundry, orientation and equipment. Minimum solo volunteering age is 17 (accompanied riders 14+ with a riding adult). Riders must be confident, experienced (able to trot and canter) and under the 80 kg weight limit. Flights, visa fees, travel insurance and a $40 administration fee are not included.

The Young Investment Banker Summer Experience is a 1-2 week UCAS-accredited summer school for students aged 15 18. Participants engage in hands-on finance activities including live trading simulations on the London stock market, a mock M&A deal, portfolio-building and feedback from asset managers, and quant finance sessions that include practical Python applications. The programme pairs practical exercises with panel Q&A sessions and networking with senior investment bankers.

Students receive career coaching covering CVs, applications, interview practice and networking skills, and take part in assessment-centre style activities used by leading investment banks. Completion includes an online assessment, a personalised certificate and an industry reference letter. The course awards a Level 3 Award in Work Experience and Career Planning (8 UCAS points) on successful completion.

Options include a First-Week taster, Two-Week Experience, and Two-Week Premium (additional professional hours and events). Residential and non-residential places are offered; residential students stay in UCL / University of London halls with single en-suite rooms, meals, guardianship and social activities provided. The programme is based at UCL and surrounding University of London campuses, with some industry days in other London locations.

The Museum of Classical Archaeology (Faculty of Classics, University of Cambridge) is operating an Events Volunteer Register and is inviting expressions of interest from volunteers aged 18 and over. Volunteers added to the Register will be emailed when specific event roles arise; volunteers can then reply to indicate availability and help with preparing for, advertising, or assisting at museum events.

This is an ongoing, ad-hoc volunteering role: volunteers may respond to as many or as few opportunities as they wish. Events are mostly held on weekdays (daytime or evening) with few weekend events. Volunteers who complete 20 hours of volunteering will be eligible for a reference.

How to apply: register via the UCM Volunteer Makers platform (create an account, register interest for the "Events Volunteer" challenge and complete the final stage of registration when emailed). Informal phone chats and an induction will be arranged before formal acceptance. For enquiries contact Martha Heemskerk, Education and Outreach Coordinator: Tel. 01223 767044, museum@classics.cam.ac.uk.