Oxford Scholastica's Online Psychology & Neuroscience Course is a live, tutor-led summer programme for motivated 15-18 year olds. Delivered via Zoom, classes run daily with two hours of live tutorial time (1-3 PM UK time) plus independent study, and are capped at a maximum of 15 students to ensure personalised feedback. The course explores topics including memory, learning, emotions, personality, neuroimaging, the ethics of psychology and practical research skills.

Students can choose one- or two-week options: the two-week course includes approximately 20 hours of live teaching plus masterclasses, practical research sessions and a final presentation. Teaching is typically delivered by academics from universities such as Oxford and Cambridge; participants receive detailed personalised feedback and can be considered for a Letter of Recommendation for outstanding performance.

On successful completion students receive an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement, access to a Graduation event (recording provided), and an invitation to the Ambassador Programme. The programme is aimed at school-aged learners preparing for university applications and those wishing to deepen their understanding of psychology and neuroscience.

Oxford Summer Courses' Computer Science summer school is an in-person, tutorial-style programme hosted in Oxford University colleges for students aged 16-17. Small-group seminars (maximum ~8 students) teach programming, algorithms, data structures and AI, and tutors tailor content to the group's interests. Students complete two pieces of independent work which are reviewed in 1:1 or 2:1 tutorials.

Beyond classroom learning, the course includes expert speakers, visits to Oxford colleges, social events, excursions and a university fair to explore future pathways. Accommodation is offered in college rooms (single or twin) depending on tier; some tiers include airport transfers and different meal arrangements. A paper certificate and a letter of recommendation are provided on completion.

This two-week medical internship in Arusha, Tanzania, is designed for high school students (aged 15-18) who want firsthand experience of a medical career. Participants shadow doctors and nurses in a local hospital, attend medical workshops (including basic first aid and practical skills like measuring blood pressure and suturing), and take part in supervised community medical outreaches in rural Maasai communities. Clinical shadowing hours typically range from 25 to 50, with an additional 15 to 30 volunteer service hours during outreaches.

Accommodation is provided in a guesthouse or with host families in Arusha with three meals a day included, and local staff provide 24/7 support. The programme includes airport pickup, transport to placements, a cultural awareness course, and organised social and tourism activities (including a weekend safari). No prior qualifications or medical experience are required; all tasks are supervised by local medical staff and a dedicated Projects Abroad medical doctor who provides clinical oversight and mentoring.

The project aims to give students practical insights for university applications and careers in medicine while contributing basic healthcare to underserved communities. Participants receive a certificate of project completion and access to alumni services. Flights, travel/medical insurance, and visa fees are not included in the programme cost.

Balliol College's Access & Outreach programme provides a range of free activities to support prospective applicants from state schools, including online talks, subject taster days, year-long access programmes and short "Try Before You Buy" days. Activities are delivered by Oxford graduates and tutors and are intended to introduce pupils to subject-specific academic material, Oxford-style teaching, and the admissions process. Specific offerings include Insight Talks aimed at Year 12 (and interested Year 11s) that run online as workshops and are recorded; a Discovery Programme for Year 10 state school students that consists of online seminars (with a teacher present) and preparatory work; Subject Taster Days and Try Before You Buy Days for Year 12 state school students which include academic sessions, college tours and a free two-course lunch. Balliol also runs three year-long access programmes (Floreat, Frontier and Fibonacci) for Year 12 state-school students, focused on humanities, life sciences and mathematics respectively. The year-long programmes involve a series of virtual seminars (evening sessions beginning in the Spring Term), assessed/preparatory tasks, and a two-night residential in August held at Balliol College. Many programmes prioritise disadvantaged and under-represented students and are explicitly free of charge. Sign-up and further details are provided on Balliol College's Outreach / "Outreach Talks and Events" pages.

Oxford Summer Courses' International Relations summer school is an intensive academic programme hosted in Cambridge university colleges for 16-17 year olds. Teaching follows an Oxford-style tutorial approach with small group seminars (maximum eight students) and interactive masterclasses. Students explore the origins of nationalism, the role of states in international politics, theories of diplomacy and conflict, and analyse contemporary global issues through case studies. Classes are tailored to the group’s interests and include two pieces of independent work which are assessed in 1:1 or 2:1 tutorial feedback sessions. The course aims to develop critical thinking, academic writing and persuasive argumentation; on completion students receive a certificate of achievement and a personalised letter of recommendation from their tutor. The programme combines academic study with cultural activities and organised trips in Cambridge. Accommodation and catering options vary by tier (single/twin rooms, ensuite options, and different meal plans). Some premium tiers include airport transfer and enhanced insurance cover; non-residential options are also offered.

Join the tutor2u subject experts for a full day of crucial exam technique and core topic revision, delivered on the big cinema screen. The Grade Booster cinema workshops focus on improving exam technique for AQA A-Level Sociology, with four fast-paced, interactive sessions and a comprehensive workshop booklet.

Sessions cover question decoding, using an item, planning essays, evaluation, analysis and application skills, and revision of key topics such as Education, Crime and Deviance, research methods and sociological theory. All cinema bookings are supported by the Grade Booster Online course and an attendee hub with downloadable resources to extend learning beyond the day.

Workshops are aimed at Year 13 students preparing for the 2026 AQA A-Level Sociology exams. The offering includes teacher-developed materials, experienced presenters and practical practice opportunities designed to boost exam performance and confidence.

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.

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.

This interactive workshop explores how digital evidence is handled from a crime scene through to court proceedings. Participants are invited to step into the roles of law enforcement officers, analysts, lawyers, forensic practitioners and journalists as they work through a fictional case and learn how evidence is recovered, interpreted and presented. The session is designed as a collaborative team exercise, with group discussion, speaking and feedback built in. Attendees will have support from experts and digital tools as they navigate the investigation and consider how a charge and conviction may be reached in the courtroom. The fictional scenario is based on research from the Clarus EU project, which focuses on improving the quality, impartiality and reliability of digital forensic science. The workshop is part of the Royal Society of Edinburgh’s Curious festival of knowledge. It is suitable for ages 16+, and no prior specialist knowledge is needed. Please note that the event includes a fictional crime involving a suspected homophobic hate crime, and photography may take place during the session.

Cambridge Open Days 2026 are in-person events for prospective undergraduate applicants to discover what the University of Cambridge is really like. The main undergraduate Open Day dates are Thursday 9 July 2026 and Friday 10 July 2026, and a separate Colleges Open Day is scheduled for Friday 11 September 2026. These events are designed to help Year 12 applicants (or equivalent) and mature applicants (aged 21+) learn more about studying at Cambridge, and to allow parents and supporters to accompany prospective students.

Booking for the July 2026 Open Days will open in Spring 2026; booking for the Colleges Open Day in September 2026 will open after the July Open Days. To be notified when bookings go live, visitors are encouraged to sign up to the undergraduate newsletters. The website also lists other ways to discover Cambridge, including applicant webinars, subject masterclasses, a virtual tour, and an events listing for college and departmental activities.

This is a self-paced virtual work experience run with Leonardo, a global aerospace, defence and security company. Through a series of modules you’ll explore how Leonardo manufactures helicopters, develops electronics for land/sea/air, and protects data through cyber and security systems. The programme combines explanatory videos with recorded webinars, industry insights and reflection activities so you can see the range of roles and where your skills might fit. The course is interactive: you’ll complete quizzes and tasks, work through a fictional cyber scenario, and take part in engineering-style activities that introduce practical concepts. Videos and contributions from Leonardo professionals (including apprentices) explain real day-to-day work, typical career pathways and application tips for apprenticeships and degree routes. A certificate of completion is provided to download and add to your CV/LinkedIn on successfully finishing the programme. The programme is delivered online (remote) and is available on demand. There is no strict cut-off for completion; live talks are scheduled during weekday hours but recordings are provided. Springpod notes the programme is open to school/college students and gives guidance rather than strict age limits.

The Immerse Education Essay Competition invites students aged 13-18 to write a 500-word academic essay on a chosen question and compete for scholarships to Immerse’s university and career preparation programmes. The competition is designed for ambitious young people who want to explore a subject in greater depth, strengthen their writing, and demonstrate academic potential. Entrants can register interest to access an essay guide with questions, tips, referencing advice, and reminders. Essays are assessed by expert markers and guest judges on research, critical analysis, structure, evidence, and writing quality. The competition is free to enter, open worldwide, and allows one submission per person. Prizes include full and partial scholarships, plus participation recognition for entrants who take part.

Christ's College runs a programme of live online webinars aimed at prospective applicants and their supporters. Sessions cover topics such as post-16 subject choices, how Cambridge works and the application process, international applicant issues (visas, exams, fees), writing personal statements and making competitive applications, and understanding student finance. Most webinars include a presentation followed by a typed Q&A; presenters answer questions but attendee cameras and microphones remain disabled.

The webinars run regularly across the year (different session types are scheduled from January through September, with some sessions occurring between January and November). Booking is via the Christ's College webpage and individual Zoom registration links; attendees receive joining details by email after registering. These events are live only and recordings are not provided.

Sessions are open to students from all backgrounds (and to parents, carers, teachers and advisers). Times are varied to accommodate international attendees and those with other commitments; attendees receive a follow-up email within 48 hours with further resources and links.

This is a remote virtual work experience programme run by Liberata that gives students a behind-the-scenes view of how a professional services business designs and delivers services to clients. The programme includes modular content covering the business lifecycle from winning contracts to long-term service delivery, and highlights a range of career paths across commercial, operational, HR and technology teams. The course contains quizzes, interactive activities and recorded webinars, and participants receive a certificate on completion.

Modules explore commercial roles and contract work, operational functions that keep services running, HR responsibilities from recruitment to payroll, and the role of technology, automation and ServiceTech in modern service delivery. The programme emphasises employability skills — teamwork, communication and problem-solving — and includes activities and expert videos to help students reflect on strengths and next steps.

The programme is delivered on-demand with live webinars (recorded and available afterwards) so students can complete material flexibly within the programme timeframe. Springpod notes the programme is suitable for school and college students and provides confirmation and certificate issuance via email once work is reviewed and marked complete.

The Writers' College Annual Short Story Competition is an international fiction competition for emerging writers. It welcomes original short stories from beginners around the world and is designed to showcase fresh voices, strong characterisation, and inventive storytelling. The competition is themed each year, and entrants must write to the set prompt while creating their own unique title. Entries must be original, unpublished, written in English, and no longer than 2,000 words. Writers may enter only one story, and the competition rules exclude professional writers such as journalists, copywriters, web writers, and content writers, as well as anyone who has earned a living from writing. Generative AI is not allowed. The competition offers cash prizes and publication in an anthology of winning stories. The top three winners also receive editorial comments from the judges. It is free to enter during the earlybird period, with a paid entry fee applying afterwards.

CREST Awards (run by the British Science Association) are nationally and internationally recognised STEM awards that validate student-led projects across science, engineering, maths, computing and related subjects. The page explains that CREST is valued by UCAS and employers as evidence of independent research, project management, problem solving and practical science skills, and can be referenced in university personal statements.

Awards are offered at multiple levels with guidance for typical ages and expected project time: Star (3-7), SuperStar (7-11), Discovery (11-14), Bronze (11+ ~10 hours), Silver (14+ ~30 hours) and Gold (16+ ~70 hours). Projects can be practical investigations, design & make, research or communication and can be run in schools, clubs, youth groups or at home. Gold and Silver are externally assessed.

Applications are submitted via the CREST application platform (apply.crestawards.org). Applicants upload project work, complete profile forms, and pay entry fees by invoice; Silver/Gold projects are assessed after payment (assessment typically 2-6 weeks). CREST provides resources, guidance on assessment criteria and funding support (including Engage Grants) to help schools in challenging circumstances.

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 Young Art & Design Weekend is a one-day interactive masterclass for students aged 15-18 run by InvestIN Education. Professional artists coach participants through a range of hands-on activities including stylised life drawing, stop-motion character creation and animation, collaborative studio work, and presenting creations to a panel of art experts. The programme also includes Q&A panels with artists and designers.

Participants receive expert career coaching covering study choices, work experience, portfolio-building, and routes into the art and design industries (A-levels, art foundation, degree and beyond). Attendees complete an online assessment after the programme and receive a personalised certificate to support university and job applications.

The programme can be attended in person at University College London (UCL) or via a Live Online session (Live Online option stated as available in November only). Places are limited, there is no application process, and bookings are secured by registering and paying online on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Practical Ethics and Responsibility Competition invites school students to explore a real ethical issue and think critically about the role responsibility plays in addressing it. Entrants take part by creating a video that explains an ethical problem and presents their ideas on how responsibility is involved. The competition is designed to encourage discussion, reflection and careful argument, while giving young people a chance to develop communication and analysis skills. It is open across the UK to teams of school students in the relevant year groups. Entries are judged, and the top five teams are invited to the final in Oxford. The organisers provide travel costs for all participants, and accommodation costs for teams travelling more than two hours from Oxford. Finalist schools receive a cash prize, making the competition both an academic challenge and a recognised opportunity for students interested in ethics and public debate.

The Lumiere Scholars Essay Award is a virtual, global essay competition for ambitious high school students. It invites participants to choose one prompt and write a well-reasoned, research-based argumentative essay on a major issue, drawing on evidence, critical thinking, and clear academic writing.

Entries are reviewed by an Academic Advisory Committee made up of professors and researchers from leading universities. The judging rubric emphasizes originality, analysis, evidence, structure, and presentation, and participants are encouraged to engage seriously with counterarguments rather than rely on unsupported claims.

The competition is free to enter and open worldwide. Winners receive cash prizes, scholarships toward Lumiere programs, and publication opportunities, while top essayists may be invited to a symposium and gala dinner at Oxford University.