Breaking Into Finance: How to Start and Progress Your Career is an online session from BYP Finance designed to help people understand how to enter and develop a career in the finance industry. It offers practical guidance on applications, interviews, personal branding, and the early steps of career progression, making it especially relevant for students, graduates, and early-career professionals.

The session focuses on the realities of moving from study into the workplace and building confidence in the recruitment process. Attendees can expect advice on CVs and cover letters, interview preparation, understanding what employers look for, and identifying finance pathways that align with their skills and goals. It is a short, accessible event for anyone looking for practical next-step support in finance.

Join Projects Abroad’s Animal Rehab programme in the Amazon Rainforest to support wildlife rehabilitation, reforestation and biodiversity research near Puerto Maldonado, Peru. Volunteers help collect data for species surveys, operate camera traps, assist with animal rescue, rehabilitation and release programmes (working with partners such as Animal Defenders International), and support breeding programmes for turtles and butterflies. You may also help on a pilot farm and take part in community awareness activities. The project is field-based and supervised by experienced local staff and biologists. No prior experience is required and training and workshops are provided on arrival. Typical days run from around 8:00 with a mid-day break and afternoon sessions, totalling about 4-6 hours of project work. The placement is suitable for those interested in conservation, biology or environmental science and is recommended for people comfortable living and working in remote, basic field conditions. Fees include shared accommodation (bungalows), three meals daily, airport pickup, in-country support, transport to placement, project equipment, a supervisor/mentor, and a certificate on completion. Flights, visas and travel/medical insurance are not included. Participants choose a start date and duration online; the project runs year-round.

This Lancaster University open day gives prospective undergraduate students an introduction to the university, its courses, and the wider student experience. The session begins with a short talk about what Lancaster University has to offer, helping visitors get a feel for the campus community and the support available to students. The event then moves into a student-led campus tour, offering an insight into the university's facilities and day-to-day life on campus. It is also a chance to ask questions about studying and living at Lancaster, including what the city has to offer. The event is designed for applicants who want a clearer picture of the university before making their next steps.

Join a field-based marine conservation project in Pacific Harbour, Fiji, working alongside scientists and dive partners to collect data on sharks and other marine life. Volunteers take part in survey dives, bi-monthly shark dives, mangrove reforestation, community outreach and education, data entry and workshops. The project includes full training: beginners complete the PADI Open Water course during the first two weeks, while experienced divers may complete Advanced or Rescue courses. The placement is supervised by qualified marine biologists and local professionals and runs year-round with a minimum two-week stay. Projects Abroad provides accommodation, three meals daily, airport pick-up, transport to placements, diving equipment rental, access to resources and ongoing in-country support. Flights, visa fees and travel/medical insurance are not included. The experience is aimed at volunteers with an interest in marine biology, conservation or outdoor fieldwork and can strengthen CVs and future applications in conservation and related fields.

CPDN (climateprediction.net) is a University of Oxford-based volunteer computing project that runs climate modelling experiments using the spare processing power of volunteers' home computers. Volunteers install the BOINC client, join the Climateprediction.net project, and allow climate models to run in the background on their machines. The project is not-for-profit and is run by a team of climate scientists, computing experts and graduate students in partnership with researchers worldwide.

Volunteers help run large ensembles of global and regional climate models which are computationally intensive and require many small contributions from ordinary computers. Participation is suitable for anyone with a compatible personal computer and an interest in supporting climate science; no formal qualifications are required. Key practical steps are to download and install the BOINC client, register a CPDN account, add the Climateprediction.net project to BOINC, and configure preferences (for example to suspend work while the computer is in use).

Participants can access technical FAQs and community message boards for setup help and discussion. The role offers engagement with climate research, opportunities to learn about modelling and data, and membership of a global volunteer community, but it does not provide a formal qualification or paid work.

Turner’s House offers a structured five-day (Mon-Fri) work experience placement for students at the end of Year 11, 12 or 13 who are interested in history, art and heritage. Placement students learn about the day-to-day running of a small historic house and museum, including front-of-house operations, retail and visitor engagement, the planning of the public programme, and the behind-the-scenes care of the house and collection.

During the placement students will shadow staff across learning, volunteer coordination and operations, gain practical experience of visitor engagement and event delivery, and see how exhibitions, workshops and school visits are organised. Placements take place at Sandycombe Lodge, 40 Sandycoombe Rd, Twickenham TW1 2LR and are delivered in person.

If you are interested in a placement, fill in the Turner’s House student Application Form (available from the website) and send it to learning@turnershouse.org. Please note Turner’s House requires a minimum of one month’s notice to organise a placement and may not be able to accommodate all requested date ranges.

This video lecture, presented by Dr Simon Usherwood (University of Surrey) as part of the MASSOLIT course "The UK and the European Union", examines the creation of the institutional foundations of the European Union after the Second World War. It focuses on the political, economic and international factors that opened a window for European integration, including post-war reconstruction, the desire for enduring peace, and the Cold War context.

The module situates the EU's formation within three converging impulses and introduces analytical frameworks useful for understanding the EU's structure, such as intergovernmentalism and supranationalism. The wider course also considers the impact of EU membership on UK political life and the complexities behind Brexit, using historical and institutional perspectives to explain contemporary developments.

This lecture is curriculum-linked and intended for GCSE, A Level and IB students (and their teachers). The content is presented as a high-quality, curriculum-aligned video resource hosted by MASSOLIT; full access requires an account on the MASSOLIT site.

Join Oxford Summer Courses' Art History summer school designed for 16 317-year-olds, hosted in Oxford University colleges. The programme offers small-group, tutorial-style teaching (maximum 8 students) covering techniques, symbolism and cultural contexts across painting, sculpture and modern art. Students engage in interactive seminars, tutorial Q&A sessions, and an academic skills masterclass to develop independent critical thinking and analytical writing.

Throughout the course participants complete two pieces of independent work which are assessed in 1:1 or 2:1 tutorials and receive detailed written tutor feedback. The programme also includes enrichment activities: visits to Oxford colleges and world-class museums, expert speaker sessions on career pathways, a university fair, and full-day trips. On completion students receive a certificate of achievement and a personalised letter of recommendation to support further academic applications.

Imperial College London's Open Days are in-person events designed for prospective undergraduate students to explore the South Kensington campus, view facilities and student accommodation, and meet academic staff and current students. Departmental sessions will be available so attendees can learn more about specific courses and ask subject-specific questions. For those who cannot attend in person, many academic departments will run Virtual Open Day events throughout July, offering opportunities to take part in online sessions and hear from staff and students. Prospective attendees are encouraged to join Imperial's mailing list to receive updates about events, including an alert for when bookings open. If you have questions about Open Days you can email the Open Days team at opendays@imperial.ac.uk. Further information and the mailing list sign-up are available via Imperial's study events and request-info pages.

The Young Doctor Summer Experience is a two-week (or one-week taster) immersive medical summer school in London run by InvestIN Education. Across clinical simulations, hospital-based scenarios and professional site visits, students step into the role of a doctor: participating in ward rounds, practising basic life support, suturing on mock skin, taking blood from prosthetic arms, reviewing X-rays and pathology, and managing emergency scenarios under clinician supervision. The programme also uses virtual-reality clinical simulations and reactive patient simulators to recreate high-pressure clinical environments.

Students receive medical-school admissions coaching including UCAT/BMAT preparation, MMI-style interview practice, personal-statement guidance and tailored feedback. Completion involves an online assessment and participants receive a personalised digital certificate; two-week attendees receive a physical certificate and an industry reference letter. The programme is based at University College London (UCL) and the surrounding University of London campus, with some days at additional professional venues in London. Residential and non-residential options are available, including catered university halls and optional airport transfers.

Oxford University’s 2026 undergraduate Open Days will be held on 1 and 2 July and 18 September. Visitors can explore subject departments and course options, speak to tutors and current students, and visit colleges across the city. The Open Day Information Centre is hosted at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities and runs a programme of general talks (for example: Applying to Oxford, Student Finance, Sport at Oxford) alongside departmental and college timetables. Most activities are drop-in; check timetables for any sessions that require advance booking. The Open Days are aimed at prospective undergraduate applicants (A-level / sixth-form students and school leavers) and their supporters, including teachers and international applicants. Many colleges offer free or subsidised accommodation for visitors and some colleges provide help with travel costs. Visitors can use the MyOxford app to access timetables and plan their visit, and are encouraged to subscribe to the Open Day mailing list for updates and detailed session information.

Step into the role of a clinical bacteriologist and use research-grade laboratory equipment to investigate DNA samples from new outbreaks of bacterial disease. Students will perform restriction enzyme digests and gel electrophoresis to analyse DNA, learn about restriction enzymes and evolution, and use DNA evidence to decide what medical advice they would give to patients of the outbreak. This practical workshop takes place in the Urenco Young Scientist Centre’s teaching laboratory at the Royal Institution, giving students a chance to work in a real lab environment. For safety reasons all participants must wear closed-toe shoes and tie back long hair. The workshop includes a 30-minute unsupervised lunch break; students should bring their own packed lunch and drink. With appropriate permission, students aged 15-18 may leave the building during the lunch break. Booking is via Eventbrite (online ticketing) and Eventbrite adds a small booking fee. Refunds for this workshop are only guaranteed if tickets are cancelled at least 14 calendar days before the event. For queries contact the Royal Institution events team by phone on 020 7409 2992 or email events@ri.ac.uk.

Join the University of Gloucestershire for a Psychology Taster Day at the new City Campus in Gloucester. Attendees will gain hands-on experience in the university's facilities and learn about degree-level study in psychology from expert teaching staff.

Participants will receive insider interview tips, have opportunities to chat with current students, and take a guided tour of the campus and facilities. The event is designed to help Year 12 and 13 (or equivalent) students explore what studying psychology at university is like.

For more information or to register, contact the outreach team via [email protected]. The event takes place at City Campus, GL1 1AW, Gloucester.

The World Photography Organisation’s Youth competition celebrates standout single images created by photographers aged 19 and under. Entry is free, and each entrant can submit up to three images related to the competition theme through the official website or one of the official Sony World Photography Award websites.

Entrants must upload original photographic work taken in 2026, and images are judged as single images rather than as a series. A shortlist of up to 10 photographers is selected, with global press exposure and online promotion available to shortlisted entrants.

The overall winner receives Sony Digital Imaging equipment, a trophy, certificate, copy of the book, inclusion in the annual book and exhibition, plus flights and accommodation to attend the black-tie awards ceremony in London. Winners are announced online and at the ceremony in April 2027.

The University of Birmingham Year 12 and Year 13 Discovery Day is designed to give students a first-hand experience of university study. The event includes interactive subject taster sessions, opportunities to meet current students, and an optional campus tour, helping students explore what life at a leading research-intensive university is like. Students can choose from a wide range of sessions across the arts, humanities, social sciences, engineering, science, medicine and health. The day is intended for students who already have a clear idea of what they want to study, as well as those still considering their options, and aims to support informed choices about higher education and next steps after sixth form. Teachers and advisers register their students through the online booking form, which also allows them to reserve places, select preferred subject sessions, and request the campus tour or accessibility support. Subject taster allocations are first come, first served, and bookings close on Friday 11 September 2026.

The Young Computer Scientist Weekend gives students aged 15-18 a chance to test-drive life working in the world of tech. Professional computer scientists coach participants through interactive activities including a coding masterclass, front-end development using HTML, CSS and JavaScript, back-end concepts and relational databases, and user-experience design. The programme also includes Q&A panels with software engineers and practical sessions to build teamwork, problem-solving and portfolio pieces.

The full-day timetable runs from around 11:00 to 17:30 and covers career-focused sessions such as "The World of Computer Science", user experience, front-end and back-end development, and a closing panel Q&A. You can attend either in-person in London (venue: University College London, Bloomsbury) or live online, with the same content and a personalised certificate provided after completing the online assessment.

There is no formal application process; places are secured by registering and paying on the InvestIN website and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Programme fees are A3195 for in-person attendance and A3165 for live online attendance. For registration issues, contact info@investin.org and the organiser can reserve a place and send a payment link.

Learn to Lead Sport Climbs is a hands-on climbing workshop for people who are ready to move on from top-roping and start learning the skills needed for lead climbing on bolted sport routes. The session focuses on the practical foundations of leading safely and confidently, with guidance from an experienced instructor in a supportive environment. Participants will cover essential techniques such as safe clipping, rope management, route reading, belaying a lead climber, and understanding how to manage falls. The workshop also emphasises risk assessment, clear communication, and building confidence while climbing on the sharp end. It is designed for climbers aiming for their first outdoor lead, as well as those who want to refresh their fundamentals. The workshop runs over two days at Plas y Brenin National Outdoor Centre, and a 1:4 workshop ratio is provided. Accommodation is not included with the ticket, but can be arranged separately nearby.

UCL Campus Tours are guided, in-person walks of the Bloomsbury campus led by current UCL Student Ambassadors. Tours last around an hour and typically include a view of key campus features and informal insight into student life and applying to study at UCL. Tours do not include visits to academic departments or halls of residence; visitors are directed to UCL course finders and accommodation pages for further course- or accommodation-specific information. Guided tours run regularly on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday (times include 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 and 14:00 slots depending on the day) with additional sessions scheduled on specific dates (see schedule). Bookings open at the start of each month for events the following month. Spaces are limited, there is no waiting list, and the booking form will show "No available sessions" when fully booked. Accessibility information is provided and queries about access arrangements can be emailed to campustours@ucl.ac.uk. Group visits for schools, colleges and universities can be arranged via the Student Recruitment team; UK state school groups may be eligible for Year 7-11 or Year 12 campus visits. Alternatives to guided tours include self-guided tours, online resources and other open events.

Join an enriching fine art workshop for GCSE and A-Level students run by IDEA Design Hub CIC at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre in London. The sessions combine practical and theoretical activities to deepen students' understanding of classical and contemporary art, covering advanced techniques such as oil painting, watercolor, charcoal drawing and sketching, alongside art theory topics like composition, color theory and perspective. The workshop is designed to help students prepare for exam-level coursework and develop high-quality pieces inspired by artists including Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh and Frida Kahlo.

Sessions are inclusive and accessible: materials and equipment are provided, drinks are available, and a range of accessibility measures are listed (e.g., accessible toilet, sensory/quiet spaces, trained staff). Safety provisions include DBS checks, risk assessments and first-aid-trained staff. Pricing options on the booking page show a Four Classes ticket (£50 total) or a Single ticket (£15 per session). There are currently no scheduled dates listed on the page; participants are invited to register their interest or contact the organiser for upcoming sessions.

IDEA Design Hub CIC emphasises inclusive, participatory learning and community projects; parents/guardians must accompany children to and from the studio unless written consent is provided. For enquiries or to register interest contact enquiry@ideaproject.design.

The Spanish Residential Summer School for Teenagers runs on a secure Albergue campus in Marbella city centre and offers 2- or 4-week options with full-board accommodation. Students can choose residence, homestay, day camp, or course-only options. Residence accommodation is in 3- or 4-bed dormitories with air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms; homestay students stay in twin rooms with shared facilities (no air-conditioning). Extras such as airport transfers and additional nights can be arranged for a fee.

Tuition comprises 20 Spanish lessons per week held between 09:00 and 12:30 in a nearby school (maximum 15 students per class). Course materials are included. Activities are scheduled every weekday afternoon and evening until about 19:30, with half-day excursions during the week and full-day excursions at weekends. Supervised workshops, sports, cultural activities and conversation sessions are part of the programme.

The course is suitable for students aged 1418 of any nationality and ability level, including complete beginners. Students are grouped by age and gender; those aged 15+ may have supervised free time in small groups with parental permission. Arrival is normally the Sunday before lessons start, with departure the Saturday after the course ends.