Cardiff Metropolitan University Campus Tours give prospective students the chance to visit the university, explore its facilities and get a feel for what studying at Cardiff Met is like. The tours are designed to help applicants learn more about the campus environment and the support available to students. The visits are led by friendly Student Ambassadors, who can answer questions about student life, studying at Cardiff Met and the wider university experience. The page invites visitors to register their place using an online form, making it easy to book a tour and plan a visit to the university.

Join the University of Sunderland for an interactive event celebrating National Bone and Joint Week. The session is designed for students interested in physiotherapy and sport and rehabilitation therapy, and offers a chance to explore how bones, joints, muscles, and movement work together in the body. Participants will take part in hands-on activities, educational demonstrations, and collaborative exercises. The event includes time in the Anatomy Centre, where students will look at the structure of the lower limbs and learn how physiotherapists and rehabilitation therapists use anatomical knowledge in practice. There is also a practical movement analysis section where students apply what they have learned in real time. Activewear is required for this part of the session, and school bookings are limited to five places per school.

UK University Search - Leicester is a university recruitment event where prospective students can meet representatives from the University of Kent and find out more about studying there. It is designed to help students explore academic and career options, ask questions about courses, and get a feel for what university study might offer. The event takes place in person at Leicester Tigers Stadium, Mattioli Woods Welford Road, and runs for part of the day with pre-booking available through the event registration page. It is a useful opportunity for sixth form students and other university applicants who want to compare institutions, gather information, and speak directly with staff about next steps.

The Reading Scholars Programme gives Year 12 students a real taste of life as a university undergraduate and provides practical support as participants begin their higher education application process. The programme features input from leading academics, current undergraduate e-mentors and university alumni, and is designed to challenge participants academically and enhance their current studies. The programme takes place in-person at the University of Readings Whiteknights campus and comprises four events across the academic year. These events include subject masterclasses led by academics, a Student Experience Day in February, a study skills session and a two-day summer school. Events typically run from 09:30 to 15:30, and transportation costs are covered in advance for participating students. Eligibility requires Year 12 study, at least five GCSEs at grades A* - C and being on course for good A-Level grades (around BBB or equivalent). Priority is given to applicants with no parental experience of higher education and those living in identified postcode areas. Participants who later apply to the University of Reading are guaranteed either an invite to interview or a conditional offer, and those who firmly choose Reading may apply for a £1,000 Scholars bursary in their first year.

This entry is a curriculum-linked video lecture from MASSOLIT titled "Hobbes's Life and Times," delivered by Prof. Jeffrey Collins (Queen's University, Canada). It forms the first module of the course "Political Ideas - Thomas Hobbes" and introduces Hobbes's biography, education at Oxford, and the intellectual contexts that shaped his thought. The lecture situates Hobbes within Humanism and the "New Science," outlines his mechanistic view of human beings as "matter in motion," and explains how these ideas feed into his major work, Leviathan.

The broader course moves from historical context (the English Civil War) to close readings of Leviathan, Hobbes's account of the social contract, the nature and powers of the sovereign, and themes of liberty and disorder, concluding with Hobbes's influence on later political thought. The resource is aimed at secondary students (GCSE, A Level) and IB learners and is accessible via the MASSOLIT platform; to view the full course you must sign up or log in to MASSOLIT.

The University of Bradford’s Alternatives to Medicine session is an online event that introduces life and health science careers, alongside allied health professions, as possible alternatives to a career in medicine. It is designed to help students explore a range of routes into healthcare-related work and study, with a focus on options beyond the traditional medical degree pathway. The session is suitable for UK students in Year 12 or Year 13, or the equivalent, who are considering applying to medicine and would like to broaden their understanding of related career areas. It is not part of the Progression Scheme Programme. The event offers a useful chance to learn more about the sector and reflect on different roles within medicine-adjacent fields.

Keystone Tutors' Children's Writing Competition 2026 returns for summer 2026 with two separate competitions, giving children and teenagers the chance to develop imagination, storytelling skill and creative confidence. The Junior Competition is open to writers aged 5-13 (Years 1-8), while the Senior Competition is open to writers aged 14-18 (Years 9-13). Junior entrants can write up to 800 words on the theme “Mystery” or choose from the suggested titles, while senior entrants can write up to 1,500 words on the theme “Other Worlds” or one of the suggested prompts. In both competitions, entries must be original, written in English prose, and AI use is forbidden. Entries should be emailed to enquiries@keystonetutors.com as either a typed Word document or a clear photo of a handwritten story. Winners receive a £100 Waterstone’s voucher and a one-to-one Creative Writing Masterclass with a Keystone tutor, runner-up receives the masterclass, and every entrant receives brief tailored feedback.

Join small-group public tours of the University of Glasgow's Advanced Research Centre and see researchers at work in a behind-the-scenes setting. Visitors can learn more about the world-class research taking place at the ARC and hear directly from the researchers about the work they are doing. The event is designed to give the public a closer look at the centre's facilities and research environment, and to inspire future thinkers and curious visitors of all ages. It is part of a wider public engagement programme and fits into a family-friendly open-day style visit. Tours last around 40 minutes and run in several slots across the afternoon. The event is free but ticketed, booking is essential, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

Dukes Plus Engineering Summer School gives 15-18 year olds hands-on exposure to multiple engineering disciplines including aeronautical, civil, electrical, biomedical and materials engineering. Participants take part in workshops, data testing, model-building and failure analysis, with a minimum of 25 hours' contact time with professionals per week.

The programme includes site visits such as a working airfield and Europes largest supercar facility, career simulations and networking with industry professionals. Residential options provide private accommodation, meals, weekend social activities and a Gala dinner. The Premium option adds personalised coaching, psychometric testing and a Level 3 Award in Work Experience.

Courses take place on campus at University College London (UCL) with additional off-site visits. The summer school is UCAS-accredited to support university applications and is available in 1-week and 2-week formats (including a 2-week Premium offering).

Join poet Niamh McNally for an immersive creative writing workshop that explores the “darker half” of the year through the lens of Samhain. Participants will work with prompts, discussion, visual inspiration, and playful exercises to create writing inspired by Celtic traditions, rituals, mythologies, ancestry, the supernatural, and the changing season at the start of winter. The workshop is designed as a reflective and imaginative session for older teens and adults interested in poetry and creative writing. It takes place at the Marketplace Theatre in Armagh and runs for three hours, offering a focused space to experiment with ideas and develop writing in response to themes of nature, myth, and spookiness.

The University of Leicester Medical School Outreach programme offers a broad set of free activities for school students to learn about careers in medicine and what studying medicine at university involves. Provision includes virtual taster sessions (e.g., diabetes, sepsis), study-skill sessions for A-level students, targeted applying-to-medicine talks for Years 10-133, virtual work-related projects (with Observe GP) and on-campus Post-16 University Experience Days.

Progression programmes are provided through partnerships such as AccessLeicester, Pathways to Medicine (Sutton Trust) and the national Realising Opportunities Programme, primarily supporting Year 12 students. Students on these progression programmes can attend UCAT workshops, receive MMI support and a variety of taster sessions. In recognition of these programmes, students who complete them will be guaranteed an interview for A100/A199 entry routes and may receive an alternative offer (A100: AAA alternative; A199 remains BBB), subject to UCAT and GCSE minimum requirements.

The outreach team also run talks and workshops in schools (Years 7-3) and larger on-campus events (for example an AI in Medical and Health Professions Education symposium) that include refreshments and practical sessions. For general enquiries and booking staff provide emails and online booking links for each event.

Avove offers structured work experience placements across its utilities and water infrastructure business to help young people and adult returners learn about careers in the industry. Placements include a structured induction, a Work Experience Lead for mentoring, opportunities to meet colleagues across teams, and support with CV and interview skills. The placements are unpaid but designed to be informative and help participants build employability skills.

Placements can expose participants to a range of teams including Water, Wastewater, Vegetation Management, Design & Build, and Enabling Functions (Marketing, Finance, etc.). Site-based placements allow learners to observe engineers and operatives on infrastructure projects, while office-based placements provide insight into supporting business functions. Avove will assess each request on a case-by-case basis and aim to accommodate as many placements as possible.

Applications are accepted year-round and the company encourages applicants linked to school placements to give at least six weeks' notice. Successful completion of a placement may lead to information about apprenticeship or entry-level opportunities within Avove, forming a pipeline from work experience into further training or employment.

The Cambridge Russian and Ukrainian Summer School 2026 is a five-day language programme run by the Cambridge Russian-Speaking Society in collaboration with Tangential Cambridge. It takes place at Murray Edwards College, Huntingdon Road, Cambridge (CB3 0DF) from Friday 21 August 2026 (10:00) to Tuesday 25 August 2026 (17:00). The School offers daily classroom tuition and a structured cultural programme. Participants receive four hours of Russian and/or Ukrainian language classes each day taught in a supportive environment, with opportunities to practise language skills outside the classroom. A lively evening programme includes dance, singing and drama workshops, a student-led concert, a quiz night and other social and cultural activities to complement language learning. The programme welcomes learners of all levels, from complete beginners to advanced students, and is open to anyone aged 15 and above (explicitly including A-level and university students). Places are limited; interested applicants are asked to register via the provided Google Form. For questions contact Tanya Yurasova at tyurasova@gmail.com or phone 0781 510 1481.

Surrey County Archaeological Unit offers a range of volunteering opportunities across fieldwork and post-excavation activities. Summer community projects include excavations, surveys and field walking; no previous experience is needed and training is provided. Volunteers can join digs during the warmer months to gain hands-on experience in archaeological field techniques.

Year-round Wednesday sessions are held at the Surrey History Centre in Woking, focused on processing finds and samples; these sessions run 11:00-16:00 and require booking. The unit also provides limited work experience placements targeted at students in Year 11, sixth form and college, and publishes career resources online for those considering heritage and archaeological careers.

To get involved or for further details about placements, sessions and summer projects, contact the Surrey County Archaeological Unit directly. Note that placement availability can be limited, so early enquiries are recommended.

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.

Write on Art is a national writing programme run by Art UK in partnership with the Paul Mellon Centre. It invites young people aged 13 6-9 to explore Art UK's digital catalogue of public art collections and to develop personal, creative and critical written responses to artworks. The programme includes a competition element with a prize; full details of the prize and how to enter are available on the Art UK website. Participants are encouraged to research artworks in the UK public collection, reflect on them, and present those reflections as creative or critical writing. The programme aims to develop skills in observation, interpretation and communication through written work and to offer opportunities for young writers to have their work recognised. Visit the Art UK Write on Art page for entry instructions, submission guidelines and timelines.

The Oxford Summer Program is a residential academic and cultural summer experience run by The Oxford Institute, offering students a chance to study in Oxford and experience life in historic colleges. The programme is designed to provide a high-level, immersive environment with a strong focus on academic development, personal growth, and international connection. Participants benefit from tutorial-style learning, keynote lectures, essay counselling, and presentation skills development. The programme also highlights leadership and career development through workshops, Oxford Union-linked activities, and mentorship, all delivered in small groups with a 1:3 student-to-teacher ratio. Students choose two subjects from a wide academic offer of more than 30 options. Beyond the classroom, the programme includes college life, formal dinners, cultural activities, excursions, and opportunities to meet peers from around the world. The overall experience is presented as a blend of learning, lifestyle, and leadership, with options including Oxford, Oxford London, and Executive Leadership programmes.

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.

The Medic Mentor Virtual Work Experience Programme, developed in partnership with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, provides an immersive remote insight into medicine for students considering medical school. The programme covers six different areas of medicine, involves real doctors and high-fidelity clinical simulations, and takes students through a complete patient journey and the multidisciplinary team.

The course is e-learning based so students can complete sessions in their own time around school work. Students have 30 days to complete each session, and a certificate of completion is awarded once all six sessions are finished. A free reflective journal is included to support personal statements and interview preparation for medical school applications.

This programme is positioned to help prospective medical applicants demonstrate people-focused experience and observation of healthcare to medical schools. Access to the virtual work experience is provided via attendance at a Get Into Medicine conference.

St Oswald’s Hospice currently advertises a wide range of volunteer roles across hospice and retail services. Opportunities include clinical-support roles (e.g. Lymphoedema Volunteers, Bereavement Support), specialist roles (Podiatry Volunteer, Hairdressing Volunteer), horticulture and maintenance (Gardening, Facilities Volunteer), and retail and logistics roles (Shop Volunteer, Vinted Volunteer, Van Crew, Volunteer Book Scanner, eBay Sales Assistant, Sorting Volunteer and Donation Point Receptionist). Role descriptions and application forms are available for download on the site. Many roles offer flexible hours and full training where required; some roles seek specific skills or qualifications (for example, qualified podiatrists or experienced hairdressers). The Bereavement Support Volunteer training is a 9-part programme run over eight weeks; cohorts are recruited periodically - see the role page for the next intake. Locations include the Hospice, Gosforth clinics and the Retail Hub/Ouseburn (NE1), with roles sometimes based at Kingston Park or other local sites. To apply, download the relevant role description and return the completed volunteer application form to volunteer@stoswaldsuk.org. Role-specific contacts (e.g. AnnTraynor@stoswaldsuk.org, Ouseburn@stoswaldsuk.org, brendahodgson@stoswaldsuk.org) are listed on role pages for enquiries.