The University of Chichester Open Days Prize Draw invites prospective undergraduate students who attend one of the university's 2026 Open Days to enter a prize draw to win a year's worth of on-campus accommodation. To be eligible entrants must attend and register at an official Open Day (20 June 2026; 10 October 2026; 25 October 2026; 21 November 2026) and have submitted a UCAS application by the January UCAS deadline for Academic Entry Year 2027. Entries are generated automatically from Open Day registration records and there is no purchase necessary. Two winners will be selected at random from eligible entries received during the prize draw period (20 June 2026 to 21 November 2026). The prize covers the room rental fees only for a standard single ensuite self-catered room (approximately £7,371 for a 39-week Licence Agreement) and excludes catering, utilities, travel, books, course materials and tuition fees. Winners will be notified by email/telephone and must claim the prize within 14 calendar days, provide proof of eligibility, and enrol for the 2027 academic entry year or the prize will be forfeited.

Join a field-based marine conservation project in Pacific Harbour, Fiji, working alongside scientists and dive partners to collect data on sharks and other marine life. Volunteers take part in survey dives, bi-monthly shark dives, mangrove reforestation, community outreach and education, data entry and workshops. The project includes full training: beginners complete the PADI Open Water course during the first two weeks, while experienced divers may complete Advanced or Rescue courses. The placement is supervised by qualified marine biologists and local professionals and runs year-round with a minimum two-week stay. Projects Abroad provides accommodation, three meals daily, airport pick-up, transport to placements, diving equipment rental, access to resources and ongoing in-country support. Flights, visa fees and travel/medical insurance are not included. The experience is aimed at volunteers with an interest in marine biology, conservation or outdoor fieldwork and can strengthen CVs and future applications in conservation and related fields.

The Wellcome-Wolfson Institute for Experimental Medicine (WWIEM) at Queen's University Belfast supports STEM Learning's Research Placements and Experiences, a summer programme that gives Year 12 students hands-on laboratory experience alongside WWIEM researchers. The scheme runs over July and/or August and offers either a two-week Research Placement or a five-day Research Experience, allowing students to apply classroom learning to real research projects and to learn about research career pathways. The programme is aimed at talented, enthusiastic Year 12 students and is described as supporting students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. Projects hosted by WWIEM provide supervised, practical experience in laboratory settings and exposure to research and industry professionals. Students should have at least five GCSEs at Level 5 or above and be studying one or more A-levels in relevant subjects such as science, technology, engineering, computing, statistics, or maths. Students apply via the STEM Learning online application portal. WWIEM researchers who wish to host students can register as providers through the linked provider portal. Further details and guidance are available on the STEM Learning placements webpage linked from the WWIEM page.

The Immerse Education Bursary Programme provides financial assistance for motivated school students who otherwise could not attend Immerse Education summer programmes. Awards are granted based on household income and academic potential and are open to students from all school types worldwide. Applicants must be aged between 13 and 18 at the start of their chosen programme session. Applications are open year-round and are reviewed monthly by the Bursary Selection Committee. The application requires a written essay (maximum 500 words), a short video (maximum 3 minutes), and financial verification documents submitted together in a single form. Financial verification documents must be submitted in .docx, .pdf or .jpg format and written in English. Applicants are advised to draft their essay in advance as forms cannot be saved mid-completion. Successful applicants may be offered full or partial bursaries covering up to 100% of the programme participation fee. Bursaries apply only to Immerse Education summer programmes (online or residential) and are not redeemable for cash. Successful applicants will be given a deadline to confirm their place once an offer is made.

Join the tutor2u subject experts for a full day of focused A-Level revision and exam technique targeted at AQA A-Level Biology students preparing for their exams. The cinema-based Grade Booster workshops feature four fast-paced, interactive sessions delivered on the big screen, a dedicated workshop booklet, and access to an attendee hub with downloadable resources. Sessions are designed to improve exam technique, demonstrate effective approaches to different question types, and build confidence in maths and practical data handling skills.

Session topics include analysing and describing data (including error bars and statistics), accurate method-writing and evaluation, planning and answering synoptic essay questions for paper 3, and overall exam strategy to maximise marks. Workshops are led by experienced A-Level Biology teachers and examiners. Events run 10:30to15:15 (registration from 9:45) and take place at cinema venues in Manchester and London each spring. The advertised price is £36.00 (inc VAT).

Entelechia Collective is a youth-led non-profit focused on mental health awareness and destigmatising mental health among young people. This volunteering opportunity is open to young people who want to contribute to a cause with real social impact while building practical experience in a supportive, youth-led environment. Volunteers can help with a range of creative and communications tasks, including writing, design, marketing, and making reels. The role offers hands-on experience, volunteer hours, and a certificate, and it may suit applicants who want to develop content skills while supporting a mental health initiative for youth. Successful volunteers are contacted with more detail about the kind of reels and content they may be expected to create.

The Cambridge Colleges Open Day gives prospective applicants a chance to explore the University of Cambridge and find out what studying there is really like. It is designed to help students understand the application process, student life, finance, and what support is available across the Colleges.

Visitors can make the most of the day by attending information stands and joining college tours. The event is aimed at prospective applicants from the relevant school year groups in the UK nations, as well as mature applicants aged 21 or over, and families or supporters are welcome too.

Subject departments are not open during this event, and the usual admissions and finance talks are not delivered in person on the day. Booking is essential, and attendees should secure their place in advance through the booking form.

New World New Skills Work Experience is a paid, in-person work experience programme from PwC for school and college students from lower socio-economic backgrounds. It gives participants a snapshot of life at PwC and an introduction to the firm’s early careers pathways.

Across four days in selected UK offices, students take part in interactive sessions led by PwC people, learn about different parts of the business, and hear from staff across a range of grades. The programme also includes networking opportunities and skills-focused sessions designed to build confidence, employability and awareness of the working world.

Participants work as part of a team on a business challenge and gain first-hand insight into how PwC supports clients. The experience is intended to help students understand the firm, develop useful workplace skills, and explore whether PwC’s entry-level and Flying Start degree routes could be right for them in the future.

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.

PBC's Student Entrepreneurs Business Training Programme is a five-day intensive bootcamp for motivated 15- to 19-year-old student entrepreneurs. Over the week participants work through practical, hands-on workshops covering idea validation, market research, branding, digital presence, finance and pricing, and pitching. The programme culminates in a pitch event ('The Big Pitch') where teams present to judges and compete for a share of £5,000 in investment.

Successful applicants receive 12 months of follow-on expert mentorship to help grow their ventures beyond the bootcamp. Activities include one-to-one mentoring, investor introductions, and ongoing support from experienced entrepreneurs and business leaders. The programme is delivered in person at Canalot Studios in West London and emphasises real-world skills, networking, and pitching practice.

The programme is timed into multiple cohorts (listed below). Applicants must be able to attend every day in person and submit a short online application plus a 2-minute video explaining why they should be selected.

This beginner-friendly workshop explores the role of fashion illustration in shaping more sustainable design practices. Participants will look at how sketching, sampling and trend cycles can create waste long before a garment is made, shifting the focus upstream to the design process rather than only to consumption. The session is led by facilitator Limma Ali, who brings experience from luxury fashion and the art world, alongside her work on Ataro Jewellery. The workshop is part of Ahista Stories Live, a South Asian sustainable fashion festival that connects fashion, labour rights and climate justice. It is designed for people aged 16+ who want an accessible introduction to slow fashion ideas, with a practical and creative lens on how the industry can change.

Justin Craig's Residential Summer School 2026 is a five-day residential revision programme designed for current Year 10 and Year 12 students. The course is delivered in partnership with Queen Anne's School and is hosted in a scenic boarding-school environment on the Surrey/Berkshire border, with an additional day-centre option in central London. The programme balances focused academic revision with supervised leisure and social activities in a supportive boarding setting. GCSE students attend one-day sessions in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths and either English Language or English Literature. A-level students participate in an intensive five-day course concentrated on their chosen subject, emphasizing knowledge development, exam technique and targeted revision. Teaching takes place in school facilities with dedicated study spaces to support individual learning. The residential programme begins on Sunday afternoon with arrivals and an ice-breaker. Catering is provided on-site (breakfast and dinner at Michell House; lunch in the main school restaurant). Planned evening and late-afternoon activities include swimming, tennis, outdoor cinema, silent disco, a murder-mystery evening, BBQ and a campfire. Common rooms and quiet computer/study rooms are available for relaxation and independent study. Two centre options are available: Michell House at Queen Anne's School (Michell House, 22 Derby Road, Caversham, Berkshire, RG4 6DX) and a day centre at Queen's Gate House (65-67 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London, SW7 5JS). Prospective participants are invited to contact Justin Craig course advisors via the website to find course options and to book.

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.

The Young Doctor Summer Experience is an immersive summer school based at University College London and the wider University of London campus that gives students hands-on insight into medicine. Across practical simulations, ward rounds, specialist consultations and emergency scenarios you will shadow medical professionals, practise clinical procedures (CPR, basic suturing, blood taking on prosthetic arms), and work through diagnostics including X-rays and blood test interpretation.

The programme includes medical school admissions coaching: UCAS personal statement guidance, UCAT preparation, and practice with Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) stations. Participants receive mentorship from practising doctors across multiple specialisms, engage in VR and simulated clinical environments, and complete assessments that lead to a Level 3 Award in Work Experience and Career Planning (8 UCAS points) plus an industry reference letter.

Choose a First Week (taster), Two-Week Experience, or Two-Week Premium option (additional professional hours and masterclasses). Accommodation (single en-suite rooms) and optional airport transfers are offered for residential students. The programme aims to strengthen applications to medical school and help students decide whether a medical career is right for them.

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.

Oxford Mathematical Institute’s Maths Admissions Test Livestream is a weekly online revision series for students thinking about applying to study Mathematics at university. The sessions focus on problem-solving techniques, mathematics revision questions, and preparation for the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA), with support also given for mathematics interviews. Each livestream takes place on Thursdays from 17:00 to 19:00 UK time and is recorded, so viewers can catch up later if they cannot join live. Worksheets are released about a week before each session, and students are encouraged to look at them in advance if they want to take part actively. The programme is designed to be useful across the wider admissions process too, including A-level or equivalent revision and introductory Oxford Mathematics material. In June and July the sessions cover topics from the first half of A-level Mathematics or equivalent, August is a break for independent revision, and September and October focus more directly on TMUA skills, interviews, and Oxford mathematics content.

Faculty of Science & Technology (STEM) is a summer school for young students who want to explore science and technology in an English-speaking environment. The programme is based in Cambridge and combines academic study with language development, helping students build confidence while discussing evidence, solving problems and presenting technical ideas.

Across the fortnight, students explore themes from physics, chemistry, biology, computing and engineering. Learning is interactive and practical, with discussion, accessible investigations, collaborative challenges and project work designed to strengthen subject vocabulary as well as communication skills. The focus is on scientific thinking and clear explanation rather than specialist laboratory training.

Students can attend as residential or non-residential participants. The experience also includes activities, excursions, a social programme and a final project presentation through the Time to Shine element, giving students a chance to bring together teamwork, STEM ideas and English-language confidence.

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 APERTURE EU Project offers a free, self-paced online course designed to bridge the skills gap in PropTech and sustainable construction. The programme covers green technologies, digital innovation and practical applications in the built environment across six modules, and includes structured learning materials, slides, infographics and quizzes. Participants receive a certificate of attendance on completion. The course is open to students, graduates, professionals and entrepreneurs across Europe and beyond. It also serves as a pathway into the projects virtual business incubator and a business plan competition where three winning teams will each receive a 15,000 cash prize. Mentors and project partners from industry will support teams during the incubator. A Malta info session will be held to explain the online training and how to join the incubator and competition. Attendees can network afterwards; seats for the info session can be booked via Eventbrite and enrolment for the course is available on the project website.