The Young Lawyer Summer Experience is a hands-on summer programme for students aged 15-18, based at University College London and the surrounding University of London campus. Participants shadow practising solicitors and barristers, take part in mock trials and real-life case simulations, and explore areas such as criminal justice, corporate law, family law and human rights.

The programme offers a range of practical activities including a simulated murder trial, a Supreme Court human rights simulation, corporate negotiation exercises, public law workshops and an international treaty negotiation. Students receive public speaking coaching, feedback from legal professionals, and networking opportunities with senior lawyers from top global firms.

Options include a first-week taster, a full two-week programme, or a two-week premium experience with extra hours and enhanced benefits. On completion, participants can gain a Level 3 Award in Work Experience and Career Planning (worth 8 UCAS points), a personalised certificate and an industry reference letter. Residential accommodation in UCL halls (single en-suite rooms) is available, with meals and pastoral care included.

Oxford Scholastica's Online World History & Philosophy Course is a project-based summer programme designed for motivated 15-18 year olds (entry requirement states 11-18 at course start). The course covers world history topics from ancient civilisations through the Renaissance to the modern era and explores major philosophical ideas such as Enlightenment thought. Teaching is delivered by tutors typically drawn from universities including Oxford and Cambridge.

Students choose a one- or two-week programme that includes daily live tutorials (two hours per day) and independent study, with two hours of live contact time plus roughly two hours of homework or group work each day. Class sizes are capped at 15 to ensure personalised feedback; students undertake projects, present research, and receive detailed tutor feedback. The programme includes masterclasses and a final presentation with peer and tutor review.

On successful completion participants receive an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement and may receive a personalised Letter of Recommendation. Start dates are offered across June to August for summer 2026, and the course is delivered online via Zoom (live sessions run 1-3 PM BST).

This is a virtual work experience programme run by CACI and hosted on Springpod that introduces participants to digital business consultancy, with particular focus on how data and technology support client solutions. The programme includes Springpod sessions with CACI staff, interactive activities, quizzes and practical tasks such as a mock CV exercise, all designed to give insight into consultancy roles and the skills recruiters look for. Modules cover CACIs company culture and values, different digital and data-focused career pathways, examples of collaboration with local authority childrens services teams, and soft skills development (teamwork, communication and problem solving). Live webinars are included; these take place during weekday working hours but recordings are made available and assignments are reviewed before certificates are issued. The programme is available on demand (see intake dates) and awards a certificate on completion. It is aimed at school and college students (students aged 13+ are explicitly invited to apply) and is intended as an introductory exploration of careers in digital business consultancy.

Study Mind's IT & Technology work experience is a short, structured programme aimed at Year 12 students (age 15-18) to build practical coding and STEM skills. Participants take part in hands-on workshops covering Python, artificial intelligence, website development (HTML/CSS/JS), cybersecurity and ethical hacking, plus project work designed to generate portfolio pieces and UCAS evidence.

The programme runs in central London with industry placement days in top London firms and a day visit to the National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park. Students can choose 1, 2 or 3-week options; groups are small (maximum 12) to allow close tutor support. Residential places are available at Ramsay Hall (UCL) for those opting for the residential programme.

Study Mind offers a widening participation bursary scheme (full, 75% and 50% places) for eligible students who provide required evidence and complete the bursary application. On completion you will receive a certificate of achievement and ongoing UCAS/personal-statement support and advice from programme staff and guest industry speakers.

Join an exclusive live webinar designed for students aspiring to study abroad and build a successful global career. The session covers choosing the right course and university, understanding the application process, visa requirements, and the career opportunities available after studying overseas. Experts will share practical insights, tips, and real guidance to help attendees make informed decisions about studying in the UK, Europe, and other popular destinations. The format is interactive and intended to answer participant questions about next steps and planning an international education pathway. This online expo is suitable for prospective undergraduate students and those preparing applications to study abroad. Interested attendees are encouraged to register to secure a place via the Eventbrite event page.

This is a two-week residential Pre-AS/A Level summer programme delivered in Milan at BDC School, an approved Cambridge International School. Taught in English by Cambridge-trained BDC teachers, the course is designed to prepare students who are about to start Cambridge International AS or A Levels. Class sizes are small (maximum 12 students) and the programme combines subject preparation with study skills and exam strategies.

Students receive daily 1-to-1 coaching, structured academic sessions and regular feedback, plus full access to study materials and online resources. Mandatory subject options include English (Language & Literature), Mathematics and a choice of Biology, Chemistry or Physics; additional choices include Economics, Business, Global Perspectives, Philosophy, ICT/Computer Science and Spanish (final options depend on group numbers).

The residential experience includes supervised on-campus accommodation at Aparto, full board meals, weekend cultural excursions around Milan, and optional group airport transfers. Booking is via the provider website and requires deposit payment and completion of an enrolment form; confirmation and coordination of transfers are handled by the admissions team.

Solent Insight Series - Discover Solent: The student experience is a virtual webinar aimed at prospective university students and those supporting them. The session gives an overview of student life at Solent, covering societies, student support services, campus facilities, accommodation and opportunities to get involved. The webinar is intended to help attendees understand both the academic and social aspects of studying at Solent and to provide practical advice for preparing UCAS applications and writing personal statements. Sessions run online via Microsoft Teams from 5:30pm to 6:30pm on select Mondays as part of a wider series of seven webinars between September 2025 and August 2026. Attendees can register using the online form linked on the event page. For further enquiries attendees are invited to email schools.colleges@solent.ac.uk. The event is suitable for applicants at the stage of choosing courses or working on applications, and is open to parents, carers, teachers and advisers who wish to learn more about the student experience at Solent.

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.

Medic Mentor's Medsoc UK Scholarship Programme supports medical students who hold offers from UK medical schools. The programme is open to applicants in the UK and internationally, provided they hold at least one UK medical school offer. Medic Mentor funds over 100 scholarships each year and states it invests over A3200,000 annually to support scholars.

Applications are assessed by shortlisting and interview. Students enrolled on Medic Mentor's Gold or Platinum pathways may apply via an online application; completing Gold awards or enrolling on the Ultimate Platinum Pathway guarantees an interview without prior written shortlisting. Awards are made on interview performance alone - academic grades and means testing are not taken into account.

The scholarship is an academic and pastoral programme rather than a cash grant. Scholars receive exclusive mentoring, wellbeing and additional learning opportunities, and can take part in leadership, presentation and research projects. The programme is designed to fit around a medical degree with a minimum requirement of attending three teaching days across the year and two appraisals with a scholarship supervisor.

Inspiring Minds is Loughborough University's series of free academic taster days for post-16 students to discover what it is like studying at university. Students take part in a range of academic sessions based around their chosen subject area, experience new subjects, attend lectures and workshops led by academic staff, tour facilities, and meet current students. Sessions also include practical information on UCAS applications, personal statements, and student finance, and attendees receive prospectus materials to take away. Both individual students and school/college groups are welcome to attend. Events are free of charge. Bookings for the 2026 dates listed are open and there is a separate registration/interest form for the Art & Design session. Teachers wishing to bring groups should contact the organising team via email.

Salisbury Museum recruits volunteers for a range of museum roles and runs a local work experience programme. The page points visitors to the Volunteer Hub where they can read role descriptions and complete an application form. Volunteer recruitment is actively seeking people to join the Engagement Team who can provide weekend afternoon availability. The museum runs a work experience programme for local students: placements in 2027 are available for Year 10 and Year 12 students and will run from 7 June to 30 July 2027. The 2026 work experience programme is fully booked. Prospective applicants should state which role(s) they are applying for; general (non-role-specific) applications may not be responded to while teams are at capacity. To apply, download the application form from the museum website and return it via email to katedouglas@salisburymuseum.org.uk, in person to the museum receptionist, or by post to the Volunteer Coordinator at Salisbury Museum, The King's House, 65 The Close, SP1 2EN. For queries contact the Volunteer Coordinator (Kate Douglas) or call 01722 332151.

The Faculty of Medicine summer course at Oxford is an in-person programme combining academic study with practical clinical experience to introduce students to medical study and healthcare careers. Over the course(s) you will study anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical ethics and clinical practice through interactive seminars, hands-on workshops and simulated clinical sessions. The programme includes 25 hours per week of subject-specific content, group case studies, problem-solving tasks and an industry programme with guest speakers and visits to local hospitals or research facilities. Students receive dedicated academic coaching aimed at supporting university application skills (personal statements, presentations) and language development. On successful completion participants receive a Certificate of Achievement and may request a personalised letter of reference.

University of Surrey campus tours give prospective students and visitors the chance to explore the Stag Hill (and, by arrangement, Manor Park) campuses with current student ambassadors. Visits typically begin with a 45-minute welcome talk covering student life, finance and accommodation, followed by smaller guided groups led by trained student ambassadors. Tours last approximately one hour and take place mostly outdoors, so visitors are advised to dress appropriately for the weather. If you are interested in veterinary medicine, graduate-entry medicine or other health sciences taught at Manor Park, the University will arrange a bespoke Manor Park tour on request (contact study@surrey.ac.uk). International visitors who cannot make scheduled tours can ask for an individual visit by emailing international@surrey.ac.uk up to one month before their preferred date. Tickets allow one guest in addition to the registrant. Further booking and open day information is available via the University of Surrey events/registration links.

This two-week residential summer school based on the University of Oxford campus introduces students to law, politics and economics through lectures, seminars and practical activities.

Participants will engage in debates and case-study analysis across criminal, civil and business law, human rights and global issues, and take part in a Mock Trial Simulation to practise public speaking, critical analysis and teamwork. Classes are small (maximum ~15 students) with over 20 hours of tuition per week (40 hours total) taught by expert faculty and guest speakers.

The programme is residential in Oxford colleges (Balliol, St Catherine's, The Queen's, Keble, St Hugh's, St Peter's), and includes accommodation, meals, cultural excursions and a graduation certificate and report card on completion. The course is aimed at teens preparing for university-level study in related subjects and requires a minimum English level of B1.

The Comprehensive UCAT Workshop is a two-part programme run by the National Institute of Education (NIE) in partnership with UCAT Preparation Australia and MICAS. Day 1 covers fundamental techniques for navigating all four UCAT subtests (Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning and Situational Judgement). In-person participants sit a timed UCAT mock under exam conditions; live-online participants are sent the practice test to complete at home under timed conditions and receive answers and explanations for self-study.

Part 2 is a separate three-hour live online follow-up session (parents are encouraged to join). This session provides guidance on the medical/dental application process, future planning strategies and an introduction to medical interview preparation, with time for questions from students and parents.

The programme is aimed at school students preparing for UCAT (Years 9-12, and Year 13 in NZ) and recent school leavers considering the test. Sessions are offered as both live online interactive classes and in-person workshops at selected NSW locations.

Lite Regal Education's Computer Science Summer Course is an in-person, campus-based programme for students aged 15-18, delivered at university college campuses in London, Cambridge and Oxford. The course blends practical workshops and classroom lessons where students build projects such as functioning mobile apps and games, and learn languages and tools including Python, Swift/Objective-C, Xcode, AI and web technologies. Field visits and guest lectures (for example visits to Google Campus) form part of the learning experience.

The programme is hands-on and project-focused: students complete workshops, present their apps/games, and receive an academic report and certificate at graduation. Daily timetables combine morning lessons, afternoon workshops, and a structured social programme with excursions, coach trips and evening activities. Accommodation is provided on campus (typically shared twin rooms), with meals included during the programme.

Applications are processed online (deposit required). The course aims to broaden computing knowledge, strengthen university applications and provide practical portfolio work for students considering further study or careers in computing and technology.

The WHRI Work Experience Programme offers a hands-on introduction to laboratory and clinical research for sixth form students interested in Medicine or biological/biomedical degrees. The programme provides first-hand experience at the William Harvey Research Institute, one of Europe’s largest pharmacological research institutes, and introduces students to alternative careers in government health initiatives and fundraising for healthcare and research. Participants will take part in practical laboratory sessions, demonstrations (including ultrasound imaging), microscopic examination of human tissues, and experiments such as enzyme activity and antigen-antibody interaction assays. The programme also includes talks from leading basic scientists and clinical researchers, sessions on the running of clinical trials, and opportunities to shadow current PhD and post-doctoral researchers to learn about day-to-day research roles. The programme is aimed at Year 12-13 sixth form or college students. Applications will open in May 2026 for a July 2026 intake (exact dates to be confirmed). Applicants must be studying a science or maths subject at A-level (or equivalent) and meet the stated GCSE grade requirements. For queries contact Mr Ade Alele at a.alele@qmul.ac.uk.

The Oxford University Museum of Natural History runs STEM Research Placements during the summer holiday for secondary students in Years 12 and 13. Each two-week placement is designed by a museum expert and uses specimens from the Earth and Life collections to give students hands-on experience of real-world scientific research and university-style learning beyond A-level study. Six places are available each summer. Three places are allocated through Destination STEM and reserved for students from low-income backgrounds, those with care experience, or those who would be the first in their family to apply to Higher Education. The remaining three places are open to application and allow students to highlight other barriers they may face in accessing enrichment opportunities. Participants are supported to present their work to peers and supervisors and are encouraged to submit projects for the British Science Association Gold CREST Award. All participants receive a bursary to help cover travel and subsistence. For more information or to apply, contact education@oum.ox.ac.uk.

The Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) International Competition is an annual global journalism and media competition run by the Foundation for Environmental Education and its national members. It invites young people to investigate local environmental issues, propose constructive solutions and report their findings through articles, photos, videos and (new) podcasts. Entries must first be submitted to each country’s National Competition; national first-place winners are then entered to the international round. The 2025/2026 theme is "Food security & climate change" and submissions are assessed against media-specific criteria, dissemination impact and adherence to format and source citation requirements.

The competition is open to individuals and groups aged 11-25 and is organised into three age categories (11-14, 15-18, 19-25). Media categories include Article, Photo (One Take, Staged Campaign, Photo Story), Video (Long-form, Short-form) and Podcast; category-specific rules such as word counts, video lengths and permitted use of AI/editing tools are published by YRE. National Operators facilitate submissions; awards are announced at the international level (shortlisting in early June and winners announced mid-June for the 2025/2026 cycle). Participants must ensure proper consent, copyright clearance, and referencing for all third-party materials.

This is an online summer Politics & Debate course for 12-014 year olds run by Oxford Scholastica Academy. The programme introduces key concepts in politics, international relations and government while developing debating and public-speaking skills. Students will explore political theory, study different political systems and participate in activities such as designing a political party, writing campaign speeches and taking part in a Q&A-style campaign session.

Live tutorials are delivered via Zoom by tutors typically from Oxford and Cambridge and include masterclasses, debates and guided feedback. The course is project-based: students practise British Parliamentary debate, analyse leadership and identity in politics, and engage with real-world political challenges. Class sizes are limited (max 15) to support personalised feedback.

On successful completion students receive an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement, and outstanding participants may receive a personalised Letter of Recommendation. The course also offers a Graduation event (recording provided) and eligibility to apply for the Academy's Ambassador Programme.