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.

The World Photography Organisation’s Youth competition celebrates standout single images created by photographers aged 19 and under. Entry is free, and each entrant can submit up to three images related to the competition theme through the official website or one of the official Sony World Photography Award websites.

Entrants must upload original photographic work taken in 2026, and images are judged as single images rather than as a series. A shortlist of up to 10 photographers is selected, with global press exposure and online promotion available to shortlisted entrants.

The overall winner receives Sony Digital Imaging equipment, a trophy, certificate, copy of the book, inclusion in the annual book and exhibition, plus flights and accommodation to attend the black-tie awards ceremony in London. Winners are announced online and at the ceremony in April 2027.

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.

A free one-day masterclass at the University of Sussex designed for A-level students who are interested in studying Politics at university. The event offers a genuine campus experience and aims to deepen critical understanding of core A-Level Politics topics while helping students strengthen their UCAS applications through meaningful extracurricular engagement. The day features three specialist lectures: "The Politics of Crisis in Europe" (Dr Neil Dooley), "Democracy After Dictatorships" (Prof Aleks Szczerbiak), and "Ideological and Affective Polarisation" (Dr Stavroula Chrona). Attendees will hear fresh insights from academics working at the forefront of political research and gain exposure to university-level teaching and discussion. This in-person masterclass is an opportunity to engage with subject experts, experience university life at one of the UK’s recognised Politics departments, and build evidence of subject interest for university applications. Spaces are free but require registration via the Eventbrite listing.

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.

King's College London undergraduate open days give prospective undergraduate students the opportunity to explore subject areas, visit campus buildings, meet staff and students, and learn about studying at King's in London. On-campus open day dates for summer 2026 are listed by faculty and campus: Health & Life Sciences Undergraduate Open Day at Guy's Campus on Saturday 13 June 2026 and Saturday 11 July 2026; Arts & Sciences Undergraduate Open Day at Strand Campus on Saturday 27 June 2026 and Saturday 5 September 2026. Attendees are invited to register their interest to be informed when event tickets are released. The university also offers on-demand recordings of virtual open week talks (recorded between 2022 and 2023) and campus tours led by current students, plus guided campus tours of multiple campuses and online virtual tours of Strand & Bush House and Guy's campuses. Visit the linked pages on King's website to register interest, watch on-demand talks, or book guided or virtual tours.

Projects Abroad runs a supervised medical internship in Nanyuki, Kenya, aimed at high school students. Participants live with a local host family and work primarily in a clinic or hospital setting, gaining observational experience alongside doctors and nurses. The programme emphasises safety and supervision: Projects Abroad coordinators and medical professionals oversee all activities and accompany interns during placement work.

On the internship you will shadow medical staff across departments, take part in community outreach activities (such as basic health checks, temperature and weight checks, and blood pressure readings), and attend workshops on topics like tropical diseases and HIV/AIDS. The listing notes 25 clinical shadowing hours and 15 volunteer service hours as typical components of the programme.

The project aims to give teenagers practical insight into healthcare challenges in developing countries while providing cultural immersion and social activities. Support includes airport pickup, in-country staff support, training, certification on completion, and organised weekend trips and social events. The programme is run during school holidays, with fixed summer dates available through Projects Abroad.

Drove Vets offers EMS placements and short work experience opportunities in a busy small animal practice, providing hands-on clinical exposure, supportive mentoring and experience of a varied caseload. EMS placements are intended to give veterinary students a practical insight into day-to-day life in small animal practice and the practice is a teaching practice for the University of Surrey, supporting fourth- and fifth-year students as part of their in-practice learning. Work experience placements are offered as a one-week unpaid placement for individuals interested in pursuing a career in veterinary medicine or nursing. Placements are in-person at the practice (Veterinary Hospital, Ridgeway Farm) and are intended to be educational, with opportunities to observe and ask questions of vets and nurses who enjoy teaching. Placements are available throughout the year subject to availability. Applicants for work experience must be aged 16 or over (if in education, typically Year 12 or 13 or at a further education college), complete an application form explaining their interest, and applicants aged 16 18 must provide written parental/guardian permission. The practice cannot accept Year 10 or 11 students or college day-release students.

Join the tutor2u subject experts for a full day of crucial exam technique and core topic revision, delivered on the big cinema screen. The Grade Booster cinema workshops focus on improving exam technique for AQA A-Level Sociology, with four fast-paced, interactive sessions and a comprehensive workshop booklet.

Sessions cover question decoding, using an item, planning essays, evaluation, analysis and application skills, and revision of key topics such as Education, Crime and Deviance, research methods and sociological theory. All cinema bookings are supported by the Grade Booster Online course and an attendee hub with downloadable resources to extend learning beyond the day.

Workshops are aimed at Year 13 students preparing for the 2026 AQA A-Level Sociology exams. The offering includes teacher-developed materials, experienced presenters and practical practice opportunities designed to boost exam performance and confidence.

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.

CPDN (climateprediction.net) is a University of Oxford-based volunteer computing project that runs climate modelling experiments using the spare processing power of volunteers' home computers. Volunteers install the BOINC client, join the Climateprediction.net project, and allow climate models to run in the background on their machines. The project is not-for-profit and is run by a team of climate scientists, computing experts and graduate students in partnership with researchers worldwide.

Volunteers help run large ensembles of global and regional climate models which are computationally intensive and require many small contributions from ordinary computers. Participation is suitable for anyone with a compatible personal computer and an interest in supporting climate science; no formal qualifications are required. Key practical steps are to download and install the BOINC client, register a CPDN account, add the Climateprediction.net project to BOINC, and configure preferences (for example to suspend work while the computer is in use).

Participants can access technical FAQs and community message boards for setup help and discussion. The role offers engagement with climate research, opportunities to learn about modelling and data, and membership of a global volunteer community, but it does not provide a formal qualification or paid work.

Trinity College Cambridge holds in-person Open Days as part of the University-wide Cambridge Open Days and a virtual Open Day for prospective applicants. The College will next be open for informal visits and student-led tours on Friday 11 September 2026, with an information stand in the Dining Hall. In-person opening hours are 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (last entry 4:15 pm). Booking a ticket via the Cambridge Open Days website is essential to receive an Open Day ticket and planning information; each prospective applicant may book a ticket for up to one guest. Virtual Open Days are also held periodically; registration is not required and the College provides a Zoom join link for each session. A recording of the 2025 virtual Open Day and a University virtual tour are also available online for those who cannot attend live. Visitors can view a number of student bedrooms during Open Days. If you cannot attend an Open Day and are thinking of applying (undergraduate or postgraduate), you are welcome to look around at other times free of charge by contacting the College at least two working days in advance to arrange a visit. Entrance for in-person Open Days is via the Great Gate on Trinity Street where student ambassadors and staff will direct you.

Write on Art is a national writing programme run by Art UK in partnership with the Paul Mellon Centre. It invites young people aged 13 6-9 to explore Art UK's digital catalogue of public art collections and to develop personal, creative and critical written responses to artworks. The programme includes a competition element with a prize; full details of the prize and how to enter are available on the Art UK website. Participants are encouraged to research artworks in the UK public collection, reflect on them, and present those reflections as creative or critical writing. The programme aims to develop skills in observation, interpretation and communication through written work and to offer opportunities for young writers to have their work recognised. Visit the Art UK Write on Art page for entry instructions, submission guidelines and timelines.

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.

Join University of Kent for an exclusive webinar with Mercedes Formula One, designed to give students and graduates an insight into how a top Formula One team operates. The session focuses on the STEM skills that power success in elite motorsport and shows how different disciplines contribute to real projects from day one. The webinar will explore several key areas of F1 work, including aerodynamics, software, manufacturing, and sustainability. It is a careers-focused event for anyone interested in engineering and the wider technical challenges behind modern motorsport, offering a look at the kinds of roles and opportunities available within Mercedes F1.

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.

Join UCL Engineering for an online Q&A session introducing the Engineering Foundation Year. The event is designed to give prospective students an insight into the pathway and the opportunities available to those studying it. During the session, attendees will hear about what the Foundation Year covers, including mathematics, science, engineering and project-based learning, alongside the academic and professional skills needed for success at university. The event will also explain the support package available to students, such as mentoring, wellbeing support, study skills and careers guidance, and will include information on eligibility, the application process and progression routes. A live Q&A with the course lead will give visitors the chance to ask questions about the programme and what it is like to study engineering at UCL.

Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst runs a wider outreach programme that supports the local community through diversity and inclusion events, STEM support, mentoring, and campus tours and Q&A sessions with scientists and staff. Within that outreach offer, the page highlights a dedicated work experience opportunity for students interested in science and innovation. Applications are open for the 2027 Work Experience Week, a five-day placement held each July for two Year 12 or Year 13 students. The placement gives participants the chance to gain experience with a range of innovative life sciences companies based at Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst. Places are awarded through a recruitment process, with applicants asked to submit a CV and covering letter and shortlisted candidates invited to interview.

The Faculty of Music Open Day gives prospective students the chance to visit the University of Oxford’s music facilities and find out more about studying music at Oxford. It is aimed at future applicants who want to explore the faculty, meet staff and students, and learn about the course and student experience. Visitors can ask questions about the BA Music degree, the facilities, and what life is like at Oxford. The event is also suitable for people who are still deciding whether to apply, as well as those who are simply curious about music at the university. This open day is part of Oxford’s wider open day programme, and there is no need to register in advance to attend.

Film Wakefield: Networking Event is a free in-person networking night bringing together people connected to Wakefield’s growing screen sector. The event celebrates Film Wakefield’s first year and aims to create space for conversation, collaboration, and new opportunities across film, television, and digital storytelling. Attendees can expect industry speakers, panel discussions, a live jobs board, speed networking, a film screening zone, a live podcast recording, and stalls from film and TV organisations sharing pathways and advice. There will also be breakout spaces for pitching ideas, swapping contacts, and exploring possible collaborations. The event is aimed at filmmakers, producers, writers, directors, actors, crew members, students, emerging creatives, content creators, and local businesses with an interest in supporting productions. It is designed for anyone who works in screen industries, wants to get started, or simply wants to connect with the local creative community.