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Uni:4U?Y12 programme 2019

What’s the big idea? After attending Uni:4U:

95% of attendees agreed or strongly agreed with ‘I am now more likely to think about going to university/ higher education’*

91% of attendees 87% of attendees agreed or strongly agreed or strongly agreed with ‘I am agreed with ‘I now more aware of now have more what the benefits of information about going to university/ the full range higher education of educational are’* opportunities available to me after I finish In 2018, we school’* offered 280 places at six Y12 Uni:4U events

*from 55 respondents to the 2018 evaluation Got a question? We’re here to answer them all What is Uni:4U? What do the events Our programme is targeted based upon learner Uni:4U is a programme of involve? postcodes. You can speak activities that take place over There’s something for to your teacher about this the course of a few days at everyone in our programme. or find out more information a range of universities and Some of our Uni:4U events about the scheme and higher education institutions focus on particular subject targeting on our website across Greater areas and others aim to give gmhigher.ac.uk/about and in London. Through a broad insight into higher taking part in activities education. and workshops, working What does it cost? Generally, events will involve with current university attending lectures and It’s completely FREE. Food students and at residential workshops led by university is provided each day and events staying in university staff and for residential events the halls; Uni:4U provides the Higher staff, supported by accommodation is free of opportunity for you to gain our graduate advisors and charge too. We can also a real-life insight into what student ambassadors. help with transport costs university is like. if needed. Who is it for? Why should I When do they take part? This Uni:4U programme is take place? for Y12 learners who want Uni:4U will give you a unique to find out more about going Uni:4U events run between insight into university life and to university. 18 June and 26 July 2019. will help you make important decisions about your future, Greater Manchester such as what to do after Y13 Higher are funded by the and beyond. government and aim to increase the number of You will have the chance learners going to higher to meet current students education from areas and university staff, ask where this is lower than questions, as well as the the national average. experience being something you can include in your UCAS personal statement in Y13.

What is Uni:4U like? The experience was I got to learn more a once in a lifetime, about university life even walking the by talking to current streets of London undergraduate gave me a real buzz. students. Mya, Momin, Audenshaw School Academy Trust It was brilliant. Everybody is so At first, I was very lovely and the nervous, now I’m information I have pumping with received has really energy and feel like broadened my I’m prepared to do mind into what anything that pops I will be studying in front of me. at University. Sasha, College Melissa, Aquinas College

Watch our Uni:4U video: https://bit.ly/2CdS88w How to find out If you have any further more? questions please speak to your teacher who can help All the information you need you find more information, should be in this booklet. On or visit our website the following pages there is gmhigher.ac.uk more information about all the different Uni:4U events taking place.

I want to take part Please make sure you If at any point you’re not - how do I book? complete this carefully. sure what you need to do next then please speak to We will also need your You can sign up to our Uni:4U your teacher or contact parent/carer to sign a events directly through our the event lead. website: gmhigher.ac.uk/ consent form, as you are events-and-activities under 18; therefore, it is important you return this You can contact the events as soon as possible to the lead via their email addresses correct address. with any questions about the events or queries After they have received about how to complete your application, the Uni:4U the application form. event lead will confirm your place as soon as they can We will need basic and send you more detailed information about you information about the event. and your medical, dietary Places are limited so apply requirements and emergency early for the best chance contact information in order of being accepted. to keep you safe during the event, therefore you will be asked to provide this when you apply. Residential

Journey to Medicine, a MSC Summer School Location MSC Summer Schools are a Medical Schools Council initiative in partnership with medical schools across . The initiative is funded Dates by Health Education England. 8 – 11 July 2019 Are you a Year 12 student interested in Number of places available Medicine? This summer school will help you to 70 explore whether medicine is the right choice for you! You will receive the information, skills and Residential/Non-residential – above all – the confidence needed to submit a Residential strong application to medicine, as well as taking part in a series of fun and rewarding workshops, lectures, interactive and social activities. This summer school is only open to learners who meet certain criteria and those from certain areas of Greater Manchester will be prioritised - please visit the following webpage to find out more:gmhigher.ac.uk/events/ journey-to-medicine We would also expect you to have: • The potential to study medicine and be capable of achieving the minimum grades required for entry (whether that is for standard entry programmes or programmes with a gateway year) • An interest in STEM subjects and be considering studying science in post-16 study and medicine post-18! AccessHE Capital Summer School Location Have you ever wondered what it would be AccessHE, London like to study in the UK’s capital city? During the AccessHE Capital Summer School, you will have Dates the opportunity to experience higher education 23 – 25 July 2019 in both central and outer London by visiting two London universities. You will also choose Number of places available a subject strand to pursue for the duration such 50 as: Humanities, Arts and STEM, but it’s not all academic, you will also ride in the London Eye Residential/Non-residential and catch a West End show! This is a chance Residential to see what it’s like to study and live in London. gmhigher.ac.uk/events/capital-summer-school

Media Summer School Location The Media Summer School at University of University of Salford will give you the chance to experience a number of different taster sessions at our Dates state of the art Media City UK campus. You will 24 – 26 July 2019 learn Digital and Broadcast Media theories from our academics and apply them in our industry Number of places available standard facilities, supported by technicians. 24 You will visit the BBC and discover the media career opportunities in Salford, and develop a Residential/Non-residential final project to demonstrate your learning. You Residential will also be staying in our sector leading halls of residence and meeting new people on our team building and social evening activities. gmhigher.ac.uk/events/media-summer-school

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FastTrackers 2019 Location FastTrackers is an exciting, nationwide University of Manchester programme delivered in partnership with Network Rail and Mott MacDonald. Dates What’s in it for you? 18 – 20 June 2019 Set yourself apart from your peers with unique Number of places available experiences, which will stand out on your CV 150 or application to university. You will get the chance to meet industry experts, alongside Residential/Non-residential getting first-hand experience of interviews Non-Residential and assessment centres. At the University of Manchester, you will learn about routes in higher education, as well as a visit to a local engineering employer, the programme ends with an engineering challenge with regional winners having the chance to go forward to the national finals. gmhigher.ac.uk/events/fasttrackers-2019

HE ON TOUR Location Thinking about Higher Education but not sure Manchester Metropolitan University, about which route to take? Take part in this University of , summer school and get to explore the different pathways into a degree. & Leigh College University Centre You will get the opportunity to experience Dates what it is like to study for a degree in a 1 – 3 July 2019 college environment compared to studying in a university, and if you are thinking about Number of places available applying for a Higher/Degree Apprenticeship, 20 you will learn what it takes to be an ideal candidate. Residential/Non-residential Non-Residential Each day will include a visit to one of the universities listed, where you will take part in subject taster workshops, interactive workshops and campus tours. As well taking part in a range of social activities each evening including ‘Escape Rooms’ and a theatre show. gmhigher.ac.uk/events/he-on-tour Exploring Chemistry Location Come and find out what it’s like to do science Manchester Metropolitan University in our state-of-the-art laboratories, experience making amazing chemiluminescent molecules Dates that glow in the dark and could illuminate 2 – 3 July 2019 cities in the future. Use high-tech equipment to analyse unknown molecules, deduce their Number of places available structure, and find out about the career 40 opportunities available to you if you study Residential/Non-residential a Chemistry related subject at university. You Non-Residential will also have the chance to chat with current Manchester Met students, ask about what they do on their course, and what they are hoping to do after they graduate. gmhigher.ac.uk/events/exploring-chemistry

Explore Molecular Microbiology Location This three-day event aims to give you an Manchester Metropolitan University insight into life as a molecular scientist or microbiologist and the chance to try out Dates a variety of practical laboratory skills, including 2 – 4 July 2019 microbiology culturing, DNA extraction techniques, Polymerase Chain Reaction Number of places available (PCR), and microscopy. We will provide 20 you with vital skills for future study or a Residential/Non-residential career in molecular biology or microbiology; Non-Residential introducing you to the theory and giving you ‘hands-on’ experience. The workshops have a focus on wound investigation, looking at the molecular and microbiological techniques of analysing and treating infections. gmhigher.ac.uk/events/explore-molecular- microbiology CAN WE CONSTRUCT IT? A construction summer school experience Location Open your eyes to the world of construction, University Campus Oldham one of the largest and most exciting industrial sectors in the world that employs Dates a huge number of professionals from various 23 – 25 July 2019 backgrounds. You will explore what the world of construction has to offer, whilst developing Number of places available a rounded, teamwork approach, problem 30 solving skills and communication skills. Residential/Non-residential You will build knowledge of the construction Non-Residential industry; visit a real working construction site and more! If you’re intrigued about the world of construction, love getting creative, solving problems, trips out and tackling fun activities - then step forward for this unique summer school! gmhigher.ac.uk/events/can-we-construct-it London

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