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.

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.

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.

The Trinity TY Visions for Education programme is a week-long experience at Trinity College Dublin’s School of Education for current Transition Year students. It invites participants to think about how education can be transformed and to explore what learning spaces of the future might look like. Across the week, students take part in sessions on design thinking, diversity and equity, brain health, student voice and empowerment, and innovation for learning. The programme also includes a team-based project focused on future learning experiences, with an emphasis on collaboration, inclusion, and valuing different perspectives and skills. The programme is designed to be welcoming and supportive, and Trinity says it wants a wide range of voices represented. Places are limited and applicants are selected from their application responses. Some places are reserved for students from DEIS and Trinity Access linked schools, and applicants complete the form with a parent or guardian before uploading their programme statement through the required submission link.

Dukes Plus runs a programme of free online events and webinars aimed at students, parents, and educators to support university and admissions preparation. Topics cover test preparation (UCAT, TMUA, ESAT, TARA), subject- and sector-specific guidance (medicine, law, drama), how to find work experience, US college admissions and athletic recruitment, and general application strategy for domestic and international universities. Each webinar is delivered online in the evening (listed at 6pm UK time) and is suitable for school-age students preparing for GCSEs, A-levels/IB, and university applications, as well as for parents and teachers seeking guidance on supporting applicants. Past webinars are available as recordings in the archive sections for specific topics (Medicine, Oxbridge, US applications, Drama, tutoring and revision). Sign-up is managed via the Dukes Plus website events page. The series aims to provide practical, actionable advice for students at different stages of the pre-university journey and to demystify admissions tests and application choices.

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.

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 curriculum-linked video lecture titled "The US in 1783", delivered by Prof. Frank Cogliano of Edinburgh University and produced by MASSOLIT. It is part of the course "US Constitution - Background and Constitutional Convention, 1783-87", which offers an in-depth exploration of the historical background to the US Constitution, focusing on the period from 1783 through the Constitutional Convention of 1787.

The lecture examines the United States at the end of the War of Independence, addressing internal and external problems facing the new post-colonial state, the Declaration of Independence as a guiding document, tensions over popular versus elite political authority, and the challenges of governing a vast territory. The full course comprises five lectures that together cover the Declaration, the Articles of Confederation, the weaknesses that prompted constitutional reform, the key compromises of the 1787 Philadelphia Convention, and the Constitution itself. The materials are aimed at GCSE, A Level and IB students and are designed to be high-quality, curriculum-linked resources for classroom or independent study.

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.

Lite Regal Education's International Politics & International Relations Summer School is an in-person, credit-bearing programme for 15-18 year olds interested in studying politics and international affairs at university. Delivered on Cambridge and London university campuses, the course combines classroom learning, workshops and field visits (for example the Houses of Parliament and HM Treasury) to explore contemporary global issues such as Ukraine/Russia, US/EU policy and climate governance.

Students follow an academic syllabus with tutorials and a graduation project, receiving a graduation certificate, academic report and credit transcript (3.5 credits / 7.5 ECTS). The course includes over 40 hours of tuition across two weeks, small class sizes (capped at around 10 per session), guest lectures, and a programme of excursions and three coach trips to support experiential learning.

Residential accommodation is provided on university campuses (single ensuite typically; twin/shared rooms can be requested), with breakfast, lunch and dinner included. The programme also features a full social programme of evening activities and cultural excursions, pastoral support with on-site staff and college mentors, and end-of-course graduation events.

This is a full-day practical workshop focused on supporting students through the UCAS application process from start to finish. It is aimed at Year 13 learners who want structured guidance and hands-on help as they prepare for university applications. The session covers key stages such as choosing a university and course, writing a personal statement, and understanding how to manage results day. It is designed to be practical rather than lecture-led, with support that helps attendees make progress on the application tasks that matter most. The event is led by Chris Scorer and takes place in London, with the venue still to be announced.

The Experience Engineering Academy is a two-week on-campus summer course run by Oxford Scholastica Academy on the Oxford University campus. Students tackle real-world engineering challenges-building an engine, designing hydraulic and pneumatic systems, exploring aerodynamics and thermodynamic cycles-and are guided by tutors typically drawn from Oxford and Cambridge.

Beyond daily classes, the programme includes an intensive four-hour Bridge Building Challenge that tests teamwork, budgeting and structural design. Masterclasses, visits from an established engineer, cultural excursions and a full social programme (including an International Boat Ball, punting and college experiences) give participants a taste of university life alongside academic learning.

Class sizes are capped (maximum 15 students). All successful participants receive an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement, and qualifying students may be awarded a personalised Letter of Recommendation and access to the Ambassador Programme for follow-on activities.

Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds is a five-lesson, self-paced online course offered by the University of Alberta that examines the anatomy, diversity and evolution of theropod dinosaurs and their relationship to modern birds. The course includes videos, readings and graded module assessments across five lessons covering topics such as bird anatomy, Triassic-Cretaceous theropods, coelurosaurs, the "Dinosaur Renaissance", and the evolution of avian lineages. The syllabus lists multiple short videos, readings and 1-5 assignments per module, with an estimated total completion time of about 9 hours. The course is delivered remotely on Coursera with flexible scheduling and is suitable for anyone interested in dinosaurs, evolutionary biology and paleontology. Learners may audit content for free, or purchase the Certificate experience to access graded assignments and receive an electronic certificate. Financial aid is available to eligible learners, and the course is also included for Coursera Plus subscribers.

This free, hands-on workshop introduces participants to the creative potential of Augmented Reality (AR). Led by artist and educator Nicholas Stevenson, the session explores how artists can use accessible digital tools to scan real-world objects, edit 3D models, and build web-based AR experiences. The workshop is practical and collaborative, with time to experiment with existing AR experiences, work through the scanning and editing process, and create a finished AR output that can be shared publicly. It is open to artists and creatives, students and graduates, and HCA staff, and is suitable for people who are comfortable using a computer and downloading apps. Refreshments are provided during the day, and participants should bring their own lunch.

This is a curriculum-linked video lecture from MASSOLIT titled "Introduction to Classical Mechanics," presented by Prof. Derek Raine (University of Leicester). It is part of the Classical Mechanics 6PH0 course that maps to the Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Physics specification for A Level study.

The mini-lecture series introduces core classical mechanics concepts: Newton's motivations for the theory, inertial frames, and Newton's three laws of motion. Subsequent mini-lectures in the course cover Newton's first, second and third laws in detail, followed by momentum and elastic/inelastic collisions aligned to Topics 17, 20 and 21 of the Edexcel specification.

The content is delivered as high-quality on-demand video suitable for A Level physics students (and for teachers seeking curriculum-linked material). To view the full course content on the site you must sign in or create an account on MASSOLIT.

Immerse Education’s Criminology Summer Programme Cambridge is a two-week, university-style summer school for high-school students aged 16-18. It introduces participants to key ideas in crime, justice and society through expert-led academic teaching in a prestigious Cambridge setting. Students explore criminological theory and its real-world applications through case studies, discussion and guided study. The programme includes in-depth academic sessions, a personal research project, and 1-on-1 tutoring with experienced mentors. Small class sizes are designed to give students more direct support, while the course also aims to build critical thinking and analytical skills for future study in criminology, law or the social sciences. Participants receive a certificate of achievement, and the programme package includes accommodation, meals and extracurricular activities. An optional UCAS points add-on is also available for eligible students.

The British Astronomy & Astrophysics Olympiad (BAAO), run within the BPhO trust, offers schools across the UK a series of competition papers focused on astronomy and astrophysics. Launched in 2015, the competition is syllabus-independent and builds on core physics applied to astronomical contexts; no prior specialist astronomy modules are assumed. It provides a pathway for students to explore current research topics and to progress to higher education in related fields.

Students are encouraged to attempt the Astro Challenge Paper in the Autumn term and must take at least one of the BPhO Round 1 (November) or the BAAO Round 1 (January). Top performers are invited to the BAAO Round 2 in February, with final selection of the five students who will represent the UK at the IOAA taking place at an Easter training camp in Oxford in April. Past papers and solutions are available online and studying them is strongly recommended to prepare.

Assessment outcomes use medal boundaries (approximately 60%+ Gold, 40%+ Silver, 20%+ Bronze, below 20% Commendation). The BAAO is closely linked with university-based training camps and provides an opportunity for motivated school students (including GCSE and A-level students) to gain advanced problem-solving experience and compete internationally.

Wings of Hope is an online bird photography contest and fundraiser presented by Knowing Hope Inc. It invites photographers to submit their strongest bird images in a celebration of bird photography, creativity, and conservation-minded storytelling. The contest is open to photographers aged 16 and older, and it is designed for both emerging and experienced photographers through separate novice and advanced divisions. Entrants can submit photographs across four categories: Birds in Flight, Perched & Portrait, Behavior & Interaction, and Juvenile & Nesting. Each image must be assigned to a category, and photographers may submit multiple images in the same category. Up to 10 entries are allowed per photographer, with each entry containing 1 to 4 photographs. The contest is judged by three photographers and bird experts, and winning images receive a selection of photographic prizes. Selected work will also be shown in an exhibition, while entry fees support medical care for vulnerable children through Knowing Hope Inc. Participants keep copyright to their images but grant the organiser permission to use submitted work for promotional and fundraising purposes with photographer credit.

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.

Anglia Ruskin University’s Subject Taster Days give schools, colleges and sixth forms the chance to bring students to campus for an immersive introduction to university study. The sessions are designed to help young people explore subject areas, experience university life first-hand, and think more confidently about progression into higher education and future careers. The day typically includes a welcome, a university introduction, hands-on subject activity, time to explore the campus, and opportunities to meet current students and academic staff. Students can see facilities, hear about progression routes, and take part in practical activities that link classroom learning to real-world pathways. The programme is aimed mainly at mainstream schools and colleges, with group bookings welcomed and individual places available through school staff. Taster Days are free to attend, usually last about 4.5 hours, and may offer support with transport costs. ARU also provides booking options for different academic-year cycles and can arrange personalised sessions on request.