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.

Performers College Brighton is inviting prospective students to an open day at its Brighton campus. The event is designed to give you a behind-the-scenes look at daily life at the college, including the chance to explore the facilities and get a feel for the creative community. Across the day, attendees can expect a welcome talk and presentation, workshops and demonstrations, campus tours, live performances, and a Q&A session with student ambassadors. There will also be advice on admissions, accommodation, and the application process, helping visitors understand what studying there could involve. The open day is intended as an opportunity to meet the expert team, ask questions, and gain insight into the college’s courses and training environment. Each booking includes one guest, so prospective students are welcome to bring someone along with them.

Immerse Education’s History Summer Programme in Oxford is a residential, university-style summer school for students aged 16-18. It is designed for ambitious learners who want to explore history through evidence, debate, critical analysis, and guided discussion in one of the world’s most historic university cities. The programme includes in-depth academic sessions led by expert tutors, a personal research project, and 1-on-1 tutoring to support independent thinking and stronger writing skills. Students study key historical events, figures, and movements while building research and analytical abilities that can support future study in history, politics, or the humanities. Participants live and learn in Oxford University colleges, with a close-knit residential experience and formal dining in historic halls. The course runs in July and August, lasts two weeks, and includes a certificate of achievement. An optional UCAS points add-on is also available for eligible students.

This webinar, delivered by the Gatsby Charitable Foundation and colleagues, explores the opportunities that T Levels offer to Design & Technology students after GCSEs. It is aimed at students considering their 16-19 or Sixth Form options and is designed to help them understand how different pathways can support future employment and further study. The session includes an introduction to T Levels and explains how industry placements can open doors into key sector areas. Attendees will hear about specific pathways that intersect with D&T, including engineering and manufacturing, metal and timber work, textiles, electrotechnical, and graphic design. There will also be opportunities to ask questions during the webinar, and a range of free resources will be shared for further exploration. The session is also noted as being relevant to colleagues teaching Art and Science subjects, as well as parents.

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 Ban Ki-moon Foundation’s "Your Future in Green Jobs" is a free, self-paced online course made up of six interactive modules that help young people explore climate change, green career paths, and the skills needed to pursue them. The course includes interactive assignments, videos, reflection spaces, and a virtual Green Job Career Fair to expose learners to a range of green careers and entrepreneurial pathways. Learners who complete the course can receive a certificate signed by Ban Ki-moon. In addition to the online course, the programme runs an annual Mentorship Program in which around 20 young people (aged 14-20) from across the world are selected to receive guidance from green jobs experts and develop SDG micro-projects. Insights from the course and mentorship feed into a Policy Recommendations Paper advocating for youth access to green jobs. The programme is presented in collaboration with Dubai Cares, Plan International, and Unbounded Associates, and aims to empower youth to connect their passions, interests, and skills with meaningful careers that address climate change.

This in-person taster day gives Year 12 students an opportunity to experience curricula and teaching in UCL's Science and Technology Studies (STS) Department. Attendees will engage with current staff and students and hear about pathways available after sixth form, with a focus on the history, philosophy and sociology of science. Throughout the day students will participate in interactive sessions including teaching workshops, lectures, campus tours and an alumni careers panel designed to provide both a stimulating and informative experience. The event is especially suitable for students who enjoy science subjects but are interested in non-practical, critical or historical approaches to science. The event is free but ticketed and places are limited. Location and the full schedule of activities will be posted in early autumn 2026. For more information or queries about registration, contact sts@ucl.ac.uk.

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 Debussy International Music Competition is an open, international competition for musicians across a wide range of classical categories including All Instruments, Conducting, Composition, Voice, Chamber, Choir, Ensemble, Orchestra and Music Creator. The competition accepts performers, conductors, composers and groups of any nationality and age; category-specific age brackets determine eligibility. Submissions may be video or audio (composers may also submit MIDI files), and for many categories video evidence is required. Age for an application is determined on the day of the application deadline (or the average age of the group for group entries).

The competition defines many categories with explicit repertoire and duration rules (period-specific categories require works from the indicated eras). Multiple categories may be entered using the same link if the recording meets each category's requirements, but if multiple works are submitted in a single application only the first work will be considered. Additional requirements and FAQs cover submission formats, visibility of performers in video submissions, acceptable accompaniment (including audio backgrounds), and limits on submitted writing (1500 words) or video length for innovative writing. Specific prize details vary by category; winners in the Music Video category receive an e-certificate and a listing on the Beeffie Creative Musical Artists page.

The University of the West of Scotland’s Undergraduate Autumn Open Day at its Lanarkshire Campus gives prospective students the chance to explore what studying there could be like. It is designed for anyone considering an undergraduate course and offers an introduction to the campus, its facilities, and the range of degree programmes available. Visitors can attend presentations and demonstrations focused on their subject of interest, speak with staff and academics, and find out more about study options in areas such as Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science, Science, Sport, Computing, Education and Social Sciences. The event also includes information on funding, admissions, and application support, alongside details about opportunities to study abroad and gain work placement experience. The open day also highlights UWS’s research environment and campus facilities, including labs, lecture halls, sports science spaces, and simulated healthcare teaching environments. Free parking is available on campus, making it easier for visitors to attend and explore the Lanarkshire Campus in person.

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.

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.

Springpod's Journalism Work Experience is a virtual programme introducing learners to different branches of journalism, including print, broadcast, photojournalism and freelance work. The course features quizzes, interactive activities, webinars with industry professionals and practical tasks such as writing articles and broadcast scripts to help students experience real journalistic workflows.

The programme is self-paced within a typical two-week window and includes live webinars (weekday working hours) which are recorded and made available afterwards. There is no strict completion deadline; assignments are reviewed and a certificate is generated once the programme is marked complete. The course is available on demand, and learners can sign up and start immediately via the Springpod platform.

This programme is aimed at school and college students but is explicitly open to anyone aged 13 and over. It is designed to build transferable skills useful for careers in media, communications and related creative industries.

Join UCL Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering for an online introduction to the department, its undergraduate courses, and the opportunities available to students interested in this field. The session is designed to help prospective applicants understand what studying Medical Physics or Biomedical Engineering at UCL is like, and how the subject combines physics, engineering and healthcare innovation. Across the session, you can learn about the course structure, the kinds of practical laboratory work and collaborative projects students take part in, and how UCL’s research links with leading hospitals and real-world clinical challenges. You’ll also hear from course leads about teaching, curriculum and career opportunities. The event is especially useful if you are beginning to explore your options or are already preparing to apply for undergraduate study. You can also chat with current students and get honest insights into studying at UCL, making it a good chance to ask questions and find out whether the programme is right for you.

The World Education Foundation Scholarship supports high-achieving students pursuing higher education across all eligible programmes. The scholarship listing indicates that it is open to a broad range of study levels, including bachelor’s, master’s and MBA pathways, and the award is designed to help students who have demonstrated strong academic performance before university. The scholarship value is listed as a 100% tuition fee waiver, with a note that awards may differ by discipline: arts and business faculties are associated with US$5,000, while engineering and science disciplines are associated with US$5,500. The page also states that all programmes are eligible, making this a broadly available scholarship rather than one limited to a single subject area. Eligibility is based on strong pre-university results, including recognised qualifications such as Edexcel, GCSE, Cambridge International Exams, or the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. The page also notes that students in financial need, artists, disabled persons, spouses or siblings, and females may be eligible, and that recipients are expected to maintain strong academic performance after receiving the award.

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.

Join UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose (UCL IIPP) for the book launch of *The Rulers* by Cecilia Rikap. This hybrid event brings together researchers and commentators to discuss the book’s central argument: that Big Tech companies are not just large corporations, but powerful political and economic actors shaping digital infrastructure and the wider economy. The talk explores themes including cloud dominance, artificial intelligence, corporate venture capital, acquisitions, patents, and the growing importance of digital sovereignty. The book argues for strategies that put technology at the service of people and the planet, and the panel brings together voices from academia, policy and journalism to reflect on those ideas. The event is organised by UCL IIPP and is open to all. The panel includes Cecilia Rikap, Mariana Mazzucato, Nick Srnicek and Aditya Chakrabortty, with Francisca Moya Marchi chairing the discussion.

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.

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.

Isaac Science's "Mentoring: Physics Problem Solving" is a free mentoring series aimed at students studying A Level Physics from Year 12 (from February) through Year 13 (until November). The scheme provides challenging problem sets drawn from A Level material (with some questions requiring A Level Maths) and a monthly live webinar where mentors discuss solutions and answer questions on Zoom. Recordings of webinars are posted afterwards on the mentoring page. There will be 10 mentoring sessions in 2026, each focused on a particular A Level Physics topic. For each session a question deck (around eight questions) is released for students to attempt before the webinar; students are encouraged to try the problems themselves and to discuss approaches with peers. The mentoring group on Isaac Science displays assignments and tracks the problems you have been assigned. No certificates will be awarded for this scheme, but completed questions can feed into the Isaac Senior Physics Challenge if you choose to apply. To participate, join the 2026 Mentoring Group on Isaac Science, read the Code of Conduct, and register for webinars on Zoom. The Y11 mentoring scheme remains available separately.