Join a virtual campus tour of King's College London's Guy's campus led by Student Ambassadors. The online tour guides you through lecture theatres, teaching rooms, social and study spaces and highlights the range of facilities designed to support student life and learning. The event highlights faculties based at Guy's, including Biomedical & Life Sciences; Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences; Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care; and Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (undergraduate). After the guided tour there will be a live panel of student ambassadors available to answer questions about academic study, campus life and applying to King's. Attendees are invited to explore related undergraduate and postgraduate events and on-demand resources to learn more about application processes and course options. The session is suitable for prospective undergraduate applicants (Years 12-13) considering study at King's.

The University of Portsmouth Geography & Environmental Taster Day gives Year 12 students a one-day, on-campus introduction to studying Geography, Environmental Science, Biology and Marine Biology at degree level. Attendees will hear from academic staff and current students about degree options, careers and research, and will learn how environmental science can address issues such as climate change, public health and ecosystem restoration.

Participants take part in hands-on sessions using laboratory equipment (pH meters, nutrient analysis kits, spectrophotometers), microscopy activities to observe coastal change, and practical exercises in marine population estimation. There are multiple parallel sessions (Geography & Biology, Geography, Marine Biology, and Environmental Science & Marine Environmental Science) so students can experience different specialist topics during the day, and there are opportunities to chat with lecturers and students about personal statements and the transition from college to university.

The event is in-person on the University of Portsmouth campus; meet at King Henry Building at 9:00am. Schools and colleges can book students individually or teachers can book groups via the event booking links on the University of Portsmouth website. Contact sci-enquiries@port.ac.uk for questions about check-in and travel arrangements.

The Oxford Film Academy Summer School is an immersive residential programme for teens aged 16 618 based at St Hugh's College, University of Oxford. Participants write, direct, film and edit their own short film, learning practical production skills including storyboarding, scripting, camera operation, lighting, sound and Final Cut Pro editing. The course provides professional filmmaking equipment and guided tutorials led by expert instructors.

Students complete a finished film project to showcase their skills, present work at a final graduation and film showcase, and receive a certificate and academic report. The programme includes cultural and extracurricular activities (e.g., karaoke, quiz nights, sports and a graduation party) and 24/7 staff supervision in student accommodation on campus.

Travel support is offered for an additional transfer fee: A3215 one-way from London Heathrow with airport meet-and-greet and transport to campus; arrival and departure time windows apply. Admissions and booking steps include paying a deposit, completing an enrolment form and awaiting booking confirmation prior to booking flights.

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.

Learn to make a hand-embroidered fabric vessel with artist Louise Goult in a relaxed, inspiring workshop at Shipley Art Gallery. This session guides participants through selecting pre-loved and small scrap fabrics and combining them with hand stitch to create a three-dimensional fabric vessel. You will choose threads from a wide range of options and add calming hand-embroidered details to produce a unique ornament or a practical item such as a thread holder or organiser for the home. The workshop promotes a sustainable approach to textiles by using reclaimed materials. The workshop is led by Louise Goult and is suitable for people aged 16 and over, including beginners and those with some embroidery experience. It takes place at Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead on Saturday 4 July 2026 from 10:30AM to 1:30PM. Tickets are available via the TicketSource event page (price range on the listing: £0.00 - £32.34, inclusive of booking fee).

POLIS Subject Masterclasses give Year 12 students a first taste of undergraduate study in Politics and International Studies at the University of Cambridge. Each masterclass includes two taster lectures delivered by academic staff, opportunities to discuss and ask questions, and sessions introducing the Cambridge admissions process.

Participants also hear from current undergraduates about student life and the course. The sessions are aimed at students considering applying to the Human, Social and Political Sciences (HSPS) or History & Politics triposes and are designed to help applicants understand course content and preparation for UCAS/Cambridge admissions. For details and future dates see the masterclasses page linked on the POLIS website.

Girls Into Physics is a free, three-day non-residential summer school run by the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences at Queen Mary University of London aimed at budding physicists in Year 10. The programme combines university-style taster lectures, hands-on laboratory practicals and activities in the university astronomical observatory to give participants a taste of physics at university level.

Participants will meet and speak with current female physics students about their journeys and study experiences, join external workshops on the range of careers physics can lead to, and take part in sessions designed to tackle gender stereotyping in STEM. Group poster work and presentations are part of the programme, with poster prizes awarded to the best entries.

The programme is non-residential and designed to empower girls interested in physics by building confidence, demonstrating practical and theoretical aspects of the subject, and providing information about next steps in study and careers. For questions contact eliza.hunt@qmul.ac.uk.

The Intermediate Biology Olympiad 2026 is an online competition for students in their first year of post-16 education (Y12 in England & Wales, Y13 in Northern Ireland, S5 in Scotland and equivalent year groups worldwide). Schools register candidates via their UKBC account; only teachers can register and must invigilate the exam. Past papers are provided for practice, though mark schemes are not published.

For 2026 the site states the competition consists of two 35-minute papers taken online, and the FAQ also describes a sixty-minute multiple-choice format. Questions are based on topics likely covered at GCSE and the first year of A-level, with additional problem-solving elements to test deeper understanding. Students can take the papers any time during the competition window under teacher supervision.

Entry is via school registration (£30 per school). Participating students are awarded e-certificates (Gold, Silver, Bronze, Highly Commended, Commended, Participation). Teachers receive instructions and admin accounts in advance; students are encouraged to reference participation on higher-education applications.

The RVC Pre-Vet Summer School is a 13-day residential programme that immerses participants in veterinary pathways and the veterinary profession across RVC’s Hawkshead (Hatfield) and Camden (London) campuses. The course combines university-level lectures from RVC academics, practical clinical skills training, group-led teaching and a research project, giving students a realistic view of life as an RVC student.

Students undertake placements across RVC clinical and practical animal-handling facilities (including the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals, Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital, Equine Referral Hospital and Boltons Park Farm), typically gaining between 25 and 30 hours that can be used as work experience for applications. The programme also includes a curated social programme and a Student Ambassador mentor to support academic and professional development.

The course is competitive (around 50 places). Applications will be assessed against achieved/predicted grades for RVC undergraduate pathways and require a supporting reference. The programme is residential; scholarships (three full fee waivers) are awarded to the strongest applicants. The programme fee is TBC and does not include travel to/from the Summer School, though Heathrow collection/drop-off is provided if required.

The Dental Mentor Dental Leadership Programme is a virtual leadership and mentoring programme for secondary-school students aspiring to study dentistry. It combines two teaching days each year (one in November and one in February) with small-group mentoring, practical tasks and interactive sessions run on Zoom. Participants work with experienced dental professionals and peer cohorts to develop skills that strengthen dental school applications.

The programme covers topics including medical ethics, research skills, literature review methods, public speaking, team-building, critical thinking, dental wider-reading (NHS structure, healthcare policy and major dental organisations), and project-based learning with guest speakers from the profession. Students are placed into small groups with personal mentors to develop and present an education or research project, gaining certificates and references that can support university applications and potential scholarships.

Eligibility is limited to secondary students enrolled on Dental Mentor's Silver, Gold or Platinum Pathways (Year 11-13; S4-S6 in Scotland; Years 12-14 in Northern Ireland). The programme is free to accepted students, but places are competitive (typically up to three leadership spots per school). Applications for leadership positions open twice a year and are announced via Dental Mentor's social channels and email.

This is a curriculum-linked video lecture from the MASSOLIT course "Rules of Human Rights Law", presented by Professor Conor Gearty of the London School of Economics. The module and course examine the development and legal structure of human rights law, placing the emergence of rights in the post-war context and explaining how the European Convention on Human Rights and the European Court of Human Rights operate.

The course covers major theories and philosophical traditions behind human-rights values, contrasts rights with the English legal tradition of liberties, and discusses developments in UK law culminating in the Human Rights Act 1998. Later modules examine common laws relationship with human rights and the evolving nature of judicial power and democracy in this area.

The lectures are produced by MASSOLIT for secondary-level curricula and are explicitly linked to GCSE, A Level and IB study. The resource is delivered as on-demand video content suitable for students and teachers wishing to supplement classroom study of human-rights and constitutional topics.

Join the University of Gloucestershire for a Humanities Taster Day where prospective students can sample university-style study across History, English, Religion, Philosophy and Ethics. The event features interactive taster sessions led by expert lecturers that encourage debate, analysis and reflection on how these subjects shape society and culture.

Attendees will meet current students, explore the historic Francis Close Hall campus in Cheltenham, and learn about humanities pathways and next steps to higher education. The day is aimed at Year 12 and Year 13 (or equivalent) students considering humanities subjects at university.

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.

This online Engineering Preparation summer course (ages 15-18) gives senior high school students a rigorous introduction to multiple engineering disciplines and the mathematics that underpins them. Delivered remotely via Google Classroom, Adobe Connect and Zoom/Microsoft Meeting, the programme combines taught lessons, guest talks and interactive workshops. It is intended for students considering or preparing to study engineering at university and covers foundations across civil, mechanical, aeronautical, electrical and materials engineering.

The course emphasises practical project work: students receive engineering kits in advance (mini drone, Arduino starter kit, Makeblock mBot, fuel cell/hydro car, combustion/jet engine kits) and take part in labs and build sessions. Maths content includes algebra, calculus (intermediate to advanced), trigonometry, statistics and differential equations. The programme also includes 1:2:1 tutor time, guest lectures, and an admissions talk by a university admissions officer to support university applications.

Participants earn 3.5 credits and receive a detailed report and graduation certificate. The course is suitable for IB, A-level or equivalent Sixth Form students (UK and international) and is designed to challenge motivated students and strengthen their preparation for first-year university engineering study.

Alliance Française d'Oxford runs a programme of in-person French courses and themed workshops for learners from complete beginners through advanced (A1-C1).

Courses include comprehensive group classes (e.g. Beginner's A1.1-A2.2, Intermediate A2-B1, Advanced C1), weekly conversation classes, fast-track terms, and short themed workshops such as grammar bootcamps and culture-focused sessions. Classes use standard textbooks (listed per course) which are not provided by the Alliance Française.

Workshops are level-specific and practical in focus: examples on the page include a Future Tense Grammar Bootcamp and the themed workshop "L'amour à la française" (targeted at intermediate B1-B2 adult students). Booking is handled through the Alliance Française d'Oxford course selector/checkout on their website. Venues include local sites such as St Margaret’s Institute.

The Dental Mentor Virtual Work Experience, developed in partnership with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, is a self-paced online programme designed for students interested in dentistry. The programme comprises four distinct sessions covering different areas of dentistry, using high-fidelity simulations, real clinical settings, and involvement from practising dentists to take students through a complete patient journey.

Students can complete the e-learning modules in their own time around school work, with each session available for 30 days. The programme includes a free reflective journal to support personal statements and reflection, and students receive a certificate of completion once all four sessions are finished. Dental Mentor also provides free online conferences (Get Into Dentistry) that allow students to speak to dentists and dental students and to begin accessing the virtual work experience.

This virtual placement is explicitly accepted by UK dental schools as a valid form of work experience to support dental school applications. The programme is free and is positioned to help applicants gain people-focused experience, observe healthcare practice, and prepare stronger dental school applications.

This free online course from the University of Edinburgh's School of Divinity introduces learners to the academic study of Christian-Muslim relations. Over four weeks you will explore key historical moments, compare the roles and narratives of the Bible and the Qurn, and examine theological debates and areas of commonality and disagreement between Christian and Muslim communities.

The course unpacks political and ideological contexts that have shaped inter-religious encounters and uses case studies (including virtual tours) to show how these relationships have influenced culture, art, and public space. Learning activities include videos, readings, and discussion to promote engagement with peers and educators.

Taught by staff at the School of Divinity (including Dr Shadaab Rahemtulla and Dr Joshua Ralston, with contributions from Mona Siddiqui and Salam Rassi), the course is aimed at the general public, prospective postgraduate students, and religious leaders interested in deepening their understanding of Christian-Muslim interactions. Enrolment is free via the Universitys link or the FutureLearn course page.

The University of Oxford History Taster Day 2026 is an in-person outreach event for state school students in Year 12 (or equivalent) who are seriously considering applying to Oxford to study History as a single or joint honours degree. The day is designed to introduce students to the academic content and admissions process for History at Oxford. Activities include academic-style lectures, a demonstration interview to show how Oxford admissions interviews work, and detailed admissions information. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet current undergraduate students to learn about student life and study at Oxford. A free two-course hot lunch will be provided, and travel support will be available to help eligible students attend.

Black Mountains College and partners invite you to a hands-on workshop exploring careers that contribute to a healthier planet and society. Participants will map what we know and don’t know about futures shaped by climate change, examine different scenarios, and work backwards to identify practical actions and skills needed now. You will hear from Nirushan Sudarsan (Youth Forum) about youth leadership, campaigning and making career choices, and Black Mountains College will present information about studying their 'Sustainable Futures: Arts, Ecology and Systems Change' degree. The session is interdisciplinary and welcomes participants with interests in the arts, ecology, sciences and vocational areas. The workshop is free to attend but places must be reserved. It takes place at Global Gardens, Cardiff on Sunday 19th April from 13:00-17:00. Minimum age to attend is 16 years; the event is described as open to people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Thomas Hardy Society is running a free online lecture series exploring different aspects of Thomas Hardys life and work. The four weekly lectures cover Hardy and Gender, Hanging/Punishment/Justice, Hardy and Religion, and Exploring Hardy's Wessex. Each session is delivered by an expert associated with the Society and is designed for anyone interested in Hardys fiction and poetry. Sessions take place on Zoom on 12 April, 19 April, 26 April and 3 May 2026, each starting at 4pm (UK time). The format is one-hour lectures with plentiful illustrations and textual citations; a recording will be available for attendees. The event is hosted by the Thomas Hardy Society in partnership with the Mirthy online events platform. To join, visit the Mirthy event page (https://www.mirthy.co.uk/event-calendar/thomas-hardy-series/) for registration and full event details. The series is open to the public and is presented by THS speakers including Dr Tracy Hayes, Mark Chutter, Reverend Canon Richard Franklin and Dr Tony Fincham.