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1 Summer 14 Universities UniFest 25 Events Discover, develop, do

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UniFest location map 14 universities and colleges, 6 Aimhigher areas, 1 region…where will you go? Contents

KEE STA Stoke on Trent & Introduction 4 & 5 Stoke on Trent Black What is UniFest? Country What will I do? HAR Who is UniFest for? Birmingham Telford & What’s the catch? & Wrekin WLV How do I get involved? Wolverhampton Application Timeline BIC UCB AST UOB Birmingham Events by Year Group 6 & 7 NEW COV KID UOW Events in Detail 8-49 Kidderminster

Coventry & Host Universities and Colleges 50-63 & WOR Worcester Frequently Asked Questions 64-66 HCA What parents and carers need to know What young people need to know What staff in schools and colleges need to know

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Key AST KEE University UOB BIC Birmingham City University KID UOW University of COV NEW Newman WLV University of Wolverhampton HAR College STA WOR HCA UCB University College Birmingham

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“Good experience. Learnt a lot and would recommend to anyone who wants to make friends, understand more about uni life or What is UniFest? have an enjoyable time out and about”.

UniFest is the name for University Events can take place in term-time or To apply to UniFest you must be able to What's the What happens if Summer Schools in the West Midlands. during the summer holiday. Some give answer “Yes” to at least one of the “I think it’s a great It’s a FREE opportunity for you to see you the chance to explore a range of following*: catch? there are more opportunity and what student life is like at one of 14 subjects and courses, and others focus There is no catch. UniFest is funded by applicants than should be given to universities and colleges across the in on certain career or study options. ● My parents or carers did not go to Aimhigher and individual universities, more people because West Midlands. At a UniFest event you Some are for young people in a single university / higher education (HE) places? so all UniFest events are totally free of will get to meet university students Year Group and others are for mixed ● My parents or carers have semi- it is a once in a charge. Meals, accommodation, UniFest events are very popular, and and staff, make new friends and have age-groups. But all UniFest events will skilled or manual jobs lifetime thing and activities and travel costs are paid for there are often more applicants than an action packed, fun experience. As show you what university life is like, ● I have a disability helps with your (although you may wish to bring a little places. It is important we offer places well as helping you decide whether or and give you the chance to develop ● I have a learning difficulty pocket money with you) and the to the young people that meet the decision about not to go to university, it could be the your skills and self confidence. ● I am in the care of my local authority universities will help you plan how to criteria for Aimhigher, which is why we university”. best thing you will do all summer! or I am leaving the care system get to and from events. ask for information about you and your You can view photos, videos and link to family background, and also why we all 14 UniFest universities by visiting our *To attend some UniFest events you may advise you to choose up to 4 events What will I do? website: www.unifestwm.co.uk need to be studying or planning to study How do I get that are right for your year group, age That depends on which university and certain Advanced Level courses. Check involved? and interests. You must also take time event you choose. As the name the event listings (pages 8 to 49) for Who is to give us as much additional suggests, UniFest is a festival of more details. You need to complete an application information as you can in support of university life and learning, and with 14 UniFest for? form, giving us information about you your application. This gives us the universities and colleges and 25 events Your teacher or college will need and your career and study interests. If you attend a state school or college information we need to decide who we you have a lot to choose from. Reading to support your application, and if you Your parents or carers will need to tell and are thinking about university, but can offer places to, and helps us match this Directory you will see that UniFest are under 18 your parents / carers will us about their education and work, and need extra help to make the right applicants to events as fairly as events vary in length from 2 days to 5 also need to agree for you to take part. your teacher or college lecturer will decisions about your future, then possible. If you have any questions days, and that most are residential. need to support your application. UniFest could be the answer. about eligibility contact your local Aimhigher UniFest team (see Application Timeline www.unifestwm.co.uk for details).

1 Think... 2 Apply... 3 Result! 4 Get Ready... 5 Go! (January to March 2011) (by 1st April 2011) (May 2011) (May to June 2011) (June to Talk to your parents / carers, and show them this You can apply to UniFest at any time between If you are offered a place you will receive a letter Between being offered a place and July 2011) Directory. They will need to agree to your application, January 4th and 1st April 2011. After completing giving you the good news in late April. The going on your UniFest event you UniFest goes live and give some information about their education and your application with your parents/carers and letter will tell you which of your 4 choices you will be contacted by the university during June, and work background (see “Who is UniFest for?”). checking it is all OK ask your teacher / lecturer to are going to, and give you the contact details of or college you are going to visit. runs through to Think about your interests and future plans. Look at the complete it and they will send it off for you. the university or college staff planning your They will provide further July 2011. Enjoy. event information for your year group and subject areas Please make sure you apply to an event visit. Make sure you tell your parents/carers and information about the event and they cover. If you already have a clear idea of the career appropriate to your year group, and don’t forget your teacher or lecturer straight away so that they will need to know more you want to follow a specialist event might be right for to make a note of the event dates and keep they do not plan anything that clashes with about you, and any special you. If you are undecided a more general event will give them free. Your application must be received your UniFest experience! arrangements they need to make you the chance to try many different subject areas. Read by 1st April 2011*. If your application has not been successful we to look after you during your stay. the overview of the universities/colleges you are You will receive a postcard confirming that we will write to you with the reasons and give you Many universities and colleges interested in and check out their websites. If you are not have received your application, and we will a telephone number that you can ring to get hold applicant evenings for young sure where they are in the West Midlands, check out the contact you if there are any pieces of information more feedback. people and parents, or visit location map inside the front cover. missing. schools and colleges to meet applicants and their Ask your teacher or college lecturer about it. How do parents/carers. they think going to UniFest would help you? You will *Please check with your school or college, as applications need them to support your application, so the sooner may need to be submitted before 1st April in some areas. you ask them the better!

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UniFest Events by Year Group UniFest Events by Year Group Year 10 Year 11

Event/Focus University or College Dates Page No. Event/Focus University or College Dates Page No.

Be Inspired: Science, Technology, Aston University 6 July – 8 July 2011 9 Discover University Birmingham City University 4 July – 6 July 2011 25 Engineering & Maths Animal Health & Welfare Harper Adams University College 13 July – 15 July 2011 26 Animal Health & Welfare Harper Adams University College 13 July – 15 July 2011 10 Countryside, Environment and Harper Adams University College 13 July – 15 July 2011 27 Sustainable Management Countryside, Environment and Harper Adams University College 13 July – 15 July 2011 11 Sustainable Management Business…The Apprentice Dragons Harper Adams University College 13 July – 15 July 2011 28

Business…The Apprentice Dragons Harper Adams University College 13 July – 15 July 2011 12 UniFest 1 13 July – 15 July 2011 29 Creative Arts Newman University College 17 July – 20 July 2011 30 UniFest 1 Keele University 13 July – 15 July 2011 13 Sports Studies Newman University College 17 July – 20 July 2011 31 Uni-Life Experience: Staffordshire University 5 July – 7 July 2011 32 Music Production Kidderminster College 25 July – 27 July 2011 14 Try it, you’ll like it! Salon and Spa Management University College Birmingham 6 July – 8 July 2011 33 Creative Arts Newman University College 17 July – 20 July 2011 15 Careers in the Hospitality Industry University College Birmingham 18 July – 20 July 2011 34 Science, Technology, Sports Studies Newman University College 17 July – 20 July 2011 16 University of Birmingham 19 July – 22 July 2011 35 Engineering & Maths

Uni-Life Experience: Staffordshire University 5 July – 7 July 2011 17 Drama and Performance University of Worcester 10 July – 14 July 2011 36 Try it, you’ll like it! Health and Wellbeing University of Worcester 26 June – 30 June 2011 37 Salon and Spa Management University College Birmingham 6 July – 8 July 2011 18 Sports Science University of Worcester 24 July – 28 July 2011 38

Careers in the Hospitality Industry University College Birmingham 18 July – 20 July 2011 19

13 July – 15 July 2011 Health and Life Sciences University of Birmingham 20 Year 12 17 July – 19 July 2011

13 July – 15 July 2011 Uni Experience University of Birmingham 21 17 July – 19 July 2011 Event/Focus University or College Dates Page No.

London 2012 Coventry University 6 July – 8 July 2011 40 Experience Warwick – Summer 2011 12 July – 14 July 2011 22 Art, Design and Media Summer School Hereford College of Art and Design 6 July – 8 July 2011 41 26 June – 28 June 2011 Lights, Music , Action! University of Wolverhampton 23 28 June – 30 June 2011 UniFest 2 Keele University 20 July – 22 July 2011 42 Routes into Teaching Newman University College 17 July – 20 July 2011 43 Uni-Life Experience: Staffordshire University 28 June – 30 June 2011 44 Try it, you’ll like it! “This was the most Salon and Spa Management University College Birmingham 6 July – 8 July 2011 45 fun I've had in years. This gave me Careers in the Hospitality Industry University College Birmingham 18 July – 20 July 2011 46 a great breath of Drama and Performance University of Worcester 10 July – 14 July 2011 47 fresh air.” Health and Wellbeing University of Worcester 26 June – 30 June 2011 48

Sports Science University of Worcester 24 July – 28 July 2011 49

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Year 10 Year 10 Aston University

Be Inspired: Science, Technology, All UniFest events for Year 10 students Engineering and Maths (STEM)

Aston University 9 YEAR 10 Code: AST/001 “All I can say it was the best time I have had in a long time and I'm glad Location Harper Adams University College 10-12 that I had such a fab opportunity to do Aston University, Birmingham City Centre so, it has made me more determined to Keele University 13 go to Uni, but the main thing I loved Dates about UniFest is that I have made so 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Residential Kidderminster College 14 many new friends that I still wish Website: www.aston.ac.uk/summerschool I was there to be with them all... Newman University College 15-16 thanks for an amazing week...”

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University College Birmingham 18-19 What will I do? What will I learn? Are you interested in finding out more about Science, Technology, You will gain an insight into what life is like as a University University of Birmingham 20-21 Engineering or Maths (STEM) related subjects at University? If yes, student. You will experience what it’s like to study a STEM related then this is the Summer School for you! subject at university and learn more about careers in these areas. We hope that this experience will inspire you to consider higher University of Warwick 22 You will have the opportunity to experience fun and interactive sessions in STEM subjects, taught by real University . education as an option, and give you a better understanding of There will be an exciting mix of practicals and team projects to what to do after school or college. University of Wolverhampton 23 further your knowledge and inspire you. How will I get there? During your stay you will be working closely with university UniFest attendees are expected to make their own way to the students studying science or engineering based subjects, so you university. Student Ambassadors will be on hand at Birmingham will hear firsthand what it’s really like to study at University! You New Street station to greet attendees who arrive by rail, but will also live life as a University student; staying on our city-centre alternatively attendees are welcome to travel independently to campus in student accommodation with your own private the University by car or bus where they will be greeted by UniFest bedroom and bathroom. staff. All transport costs will be reimbursed with proof of receipt. There will be plenty of opportunity to meet new people and During the summer school all transport arrangements for make new friends. Your evenings will be filled with a fun activities will be organised and paid for by the University. programme of social activities including bowling and a disco!

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Year 10 Year 10 Harper Adams University College Harper Adams University College

Countryside, Environment Animal Health & Welfare and Sustainable Management

YEAR 10 Code: HAR/006 What will I do? YEAR 10 Code: HAR/007 “Thank you for a great time, If you love the great outdoors, are interested in protecting the Location environment, developing sustainable technologies, conservation Location I loved it and am considering or in outdoor recreation then this is for you. Newport, Shropshire coming here”. Newport, Shropshire Dates It’s designed to give an insight into studying the countryside and Dates 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential its diverse use with a series of hands-on workshops and lectures, 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential led by environmental professionals and scientists. You will look at Website: www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/ wildlife habitats, outdoor leisure pursuits, sustainable technologies, Website: www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/ woodland management and ecology using the specialist facilities on campus such as the campus buildings, wildlife ponds and the What will I do? What will I learn? laboratories. Ideal for those of you considering a career linked to Do you enjoy being with animals? Do you want to improve their This is ideal for those of you considering a career linked to the the environmental industry or who want to increase their health and welfare? This course introduces concepts of "welfare" animal care industry or who want to increase your knowledge of knowledge of how the British countryside is used and managed, and "health" in animals and how this is assessed. It’s designed to animals. This course will appeal to anyone with an interest in appealing to anyone with an interest in the outdoors, whether as a give you an insight into studying the care of farm livestock and animals, whether as a pet-owner, horse-rider or worker with farm leisure resource or working in it to make money. “I loved the students they are companion animals (pets) with a series of hands-on workshops animals. You will develop experience and increased scientific With social events in the evening, including bowling and karaoke, very friendly and helpful. and lectures, led by animal professionals and scientists. You will knowledge of animal health and welfare issues, team work, you will experience the true University Harper Spirit! Thanks to them”. look at nutrition, animal disease, behaviour and nursing skills communication and presentation skills. using the specialist facilities on campus such as the companion What will I learn? animal centre, the laboratories and the vet practice centre. How will I get there? There will be participation in some adventure recreation As some of the sessions are held outdoors, suitable wet weather Students attending the event at Harper Adams will be offered a activities and you will be set the task to design your own clothing and suitable footwear (Wellies!) should be included in choice of travelling to Harper Adams by a combination of train adventure recreation centre with consideration for its your packing! travel to Birmingham New Street, Telford Central, or environmental impact. Station, where they will be met by student ambassadors With all the usual student social events in the evening, including and escorted by bus to the campus. All costs of train and bus How will I get there? bowling and karaoke, you will experience the true University transport will be paid for by Harper Adams. If students and Students attending the event at Harper Adams will be offered a transport will be paid for by Harper Adams. If students and Harper Spirit! parents would rather, then a family member can drive and choice of travelling to Harper Adams by a combination of train parents would rather, then a family member can drive and collect them from Harper Adams with mileage being claimed travel to Birmingham New Street, Telford Central, Shrewsbury or collect them from Harper Adams with mileage being claimed back. Details of transport are sent out several weeks before Stafford Station, where they will be met by student ambassadors back. Details of transport are sent out several weeks before attending the event. and escorted by bus to the campus. All costs of train and bus attending the event.

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Year 10 Year 10 Harper Adams University College Keele University

The Apprentice Dragons – UniFest 1 Business for the next generation

YEAR 10 Code: HAR/008 What will I do? YEAR 10 Code: KEE/009 “I have gained more knowledge about During your three day stay at the UK’s largest , Location uni and the important things like you will be engaging in a number of academic sessions and social Location Newport, Shropshire finance and applying to university. activities. Your time here will kick off with team building activities Keele University Dates I have gained a realistic insight into run by a professional team builder. For three days you will be in Dates what university life is like and the various lectures and workshops, from Forensics to American 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential different courses on offer. I have also Studies, from Creative Writing to Criminology, and many more. 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential This will be complemented by student life and finance sessions, Website: www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/ learnt that it can be fun at uni and you Websites: www.summerschool.keelelink.co.uk make a lot of new friends and you including how to survive student accommodation games. Both evenings will be action packed, including sports and laser quest become more independent”. in the woods followed by disco, karaoke, and an optional ghost walk or a trip to the outer universe in our inflatable stardome, for the more fainthearted. Really bonding with our great student “This event has really helped me mentors whilst making new friends, once again, UniFest is set to realise what I want to do Post 16. What will I do? What will I learn? be another great event. Are you a young entrepreneur? Got the product in mind but not This course will appeal to anyone with an interest in business, It really does work and I would like sure what the next step is? Well, this Business and Finance marketing, finance and sales. You will develop awareness on how What will I learn? to say thank you to whoever is course will take you through the stages you need in starting a to set up a business from the initial idea and business plan to You will learn to work as a team, and more independently. You organising this and a MASSIVE business, giving you an insight into studying business and pitching your ideas for funding. You will gain skills of team work, will have a taste of university life, through lectures and seminars, thanks to my mentors”. finance at university. Entrepreneurs need to demonstrate communication, problem solving and presentation skills. and enjoy the social side of university, whilst finding out about leadership, motivation and team work while being creative and student finance, and having current students on hand to quiz innovating. This taster is intended to develop your business How will I get there? about any concerns that you may have about Higher Education. knowledge and skills, looking at how to finance your business Students attending the event at Harper Adams will be offered a You will get the chance to stay in student accommodation. All idea, how marketing of a product affects its sales and market choice of travelling to Harper Adams by a combination of train lectures are delivered by top academics from Keele University and position as well as the development of a business strategy. You'll travel to Birmingham New Street, Telford Central, Shrewsbury or external speakers. have to make your own way to the collection point to meet the consider how you might promote your product through the Stafford Station, where they will be met by student ambassadors coach (usually early in the morning). You must also be Internet. At the end of the course you will present your business and escorted by bus to the campus. All costs of train and bus How will I get there? accompanied by an adult over the age of 18. All buses will have plan to the other students in the style of the Dragons Den. transport will be paid for by Harper Adams. If students and Free coaches will pick you up from a designated collection point, student mentors to greet you and help with your belongings. With social events in the evening, including bowling, you parents would rather, then a family member can drive and near to where you live – maybe a train or bus station. You will Coaches will return you to the same point at the end of UniFest. will experience the true University Harper Spirit! collect them from Harper Adams with mileage being claimed back. Details of transport are sent out several weeks before attending the event.

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Year 10 Year 10 Kidderminster College Newman University College

Music Production Creative Arts Summer School

YEAR 10 Code: KID/010 What will I do? YEAR 10 Code: NEW/011 This event is very ‘hands on’. Participants will think about the Location “I think I will definitely go onto varied forms creative arts can take and how artists convey a Location Kidderminster College University, and I think UniFest message to their audience. Students will experience a variety of Newman University College, Birmingham media to express the themes for the Summer school including: Dates helped me know what it was like”. Dates 25th July 2011 – 27th July 2011 Non-Residential Art Drama Ceramics 17th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential Music Animation Mixed media Website: www.kidderminster.ac.uk Film making/Editing Video blogging Website: www.newman.ac.uk There will be a mix of academic and non-academic activity and the opportunity to experience campus life. You will join students from two other summer schools for social and evening activities What will I do? What will I learn? such as visits to the cinema, bowling, a disco and a gallery trip. The Music Production Summer School is a 3-day, non-residential Students will learn how to use music technology within music All students will have their own single room for the residential. event that will allow students to explore a variety of music creation activities. This includes using professional music “I feel UniFest was very successful As well as specialist subject sessions there will also be a range creation and production activities using various music software, Mac computers, synthesisers / samplers and other because it made me more confident of evening social activities including bowling, cinema and a technology resources including Mac computers, music- studio equipment. and aware of University Life”. farewell party. production software, recording studios and DJ equipment. Students will produce music of a good standard by recording You will be able to join a Newman UniFest 2011 facebook group Student activities include the recording of sounds and vocalists and musicians, use audio samples in music creation before you attend summer school which will give you the instruments using state-of-the-art recording studios, the activities, operate a digital mixing desk and complete a finished opportunity to introduce yourself to students and get to manipulation of audio using iMac computers with music music CD. know our Student Squad Leaders before you arrive. software and attending numerous DJ workshops. Each Student will also have the opportunity to create a short DJ Students will leave the event with knowledge of how to work mix using our DJ equipment. How will I get there? What will I learn? in a recording studio and have an understanding of the role Newman University College will work directly with students and You will think about messages or issues you want to ‘get across’ of a music producer within the music industry. All Summer How will I get there? parents/carers to organise journeys to and from the residential. to the viewers and how you can do this through the work you School activities will be delivered by experienced and The Kidderminster College campus is situated within the busy Further information regarding transport will be included in produce. You will work both on an individual basis and in groups enthusiastic music professionals. town centre, with Kidderminster train station a 5-minute walk future correspondence. to produce a final piece for presentation or display. Equipment and resources used during the Summer School from the College. Worcester is only a short train journey away, Our student helpers will be at designated pick up/drop off points A degree in Creative Arts will pave the way for a career in include: with regular trains also arriving from Birmingham every 30 to accompany summer school students to Newman University minutes. Kidderminster bus station is a 2-minute walk from the the creative or media industries, community or mainstream iMac Computers with Logic Pro Software College. All transport costs will be covered by Aimhigher. building, with many local routes available. theatre, arts, media, drama or music education, PR, journalism EMU and M-Audio Keyboards or youth work. A Parents Information Evening will be held in June to answer any Korg and Alesis Synthesisers Students will have all travel expenses paid for each day with questions on transport or other issues. Technics Turntables and DJ Mixers lunch also provided for the 3-day event. The event will begin daily Rode, SE and Shure Microphones at 10.00am and finish at 3.00pm.

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Year 10 Year 10 Newman University College Staffordshire University

Uni-Life Experience: Sports Studies Try it, you’ll like it!

YEAR 10 Code: NEW/012 What will I do? YEAR 10 Code: STA/013 Choosing to go to University isn’t just an important decision Location “I have had a wonderful stay here – it’s a potential life changer! That’s why our Summer School is Location Newman University College, Birmingham at Newman. I have met lots of designed to provide an amazing experience where you can find Stoke on Trent new friends and have had a fab out everything you need to know about University and have a Dates Tutor who listens and helps you fantastic time. Dates 17th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential 5th July 2011 – 7th July 2011 Residential with things that you’re stuck on. Day One Website: www.newman.ac.uk Many thanks. I would hope to After time to settle in, there’ll be a welcome lunch followed by Website: www.staffs.ac.uk/summerschool come next year”. teambuilding fun. You’ll stay in our halls of residence and be looked after by our friendly Student Ambassadors. Day Two and Three You’ll get to really discover university life, with the chance to join in workshops and lectures on anything from Drama to Journalism , Forensics to Sports Science, Film Production to What will I do? What will I learn? Computer Games Design, Science to Nursing, Media to This summer school is aimed at year 10 students who are You will gain a greater understanding of the range of disciplines Engineering or Business to Law. “Thank you for the summer school. interested in PE, Health and Sports Studies and sports-related that are embedded in a sports-related degree. You will engage in Evening activities on Day one and two will include games, pizza I really enjoyed it and am missing it careers . The course will comprise a blend of practical activities practical activities examining issues in sport psychology, night and a disco. already. It has made me more examining health-related fitness, aggression and anxiety in sport physiology and skill learning in a fun, stimulating environment. confident with meeting new people (using Wii Sport!) as well as how we learn skills in sport. Past graduates from Sports Studies now work in sports coaching, What will I learn? and going to university. If university ● Outdoor and adventurous activities teaching, sports development, sports and leisure management, Develop your confidence, try something new, and gain a clearer is as good as the last three days I ● Practical lab-based sessions using specialist equipment such as sports science, the armed forces and police and sports promotion. idea about how university can help your future. A university will really enjoy it, so thank you”. running a VO2 max test education is seen as increasingly important to securing a great ● Hands-on session examining how we can improve balance, How will I get there? career. See how our world of work facilities and high quality co-ordination, reaction time and hand steadiness Newman University College will work directly with students and teaching can help you! parents/carers to organise journeys to and from the residential. All students will have their own single room for the residential. How will I get there? As well as specialist subject sessions there will also be a range Further information regarding transport will be included in future correspondence. FREE transport to and from the summer school will be provided, of evening social activities including bowling, cinema and a usually by coach. Learners will be met by our team of Student farewell party. Our student helpers will be at designated pick up/drop off points Ambassadors at designated pickup/drop-off points. You will be able to join a Newman UniFest 2011 facebook group to accompany summer school students to Newman University before you attend summer school which will give you the College. All transport costs will be covered by Aimhigher. opportunity to introduce yourself to fellow students and get A Parents Information Evening will be held in June to answer any to know our Student Squad Leaders before you arrive. questions on transport or other issues.

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Year 10 Year 10 University College Birmingham University College Birmingham

Skills for Careers in the Salon and Spa Management Hospitality Industry

YEAR 10 Code: UCB/014 What will I do? YEAR 10 Code: UCB/015 You will be launching your own restaurant concept and Location “It was a fantastic experience presenting your idea in a ‘Dragon’s Den’ pitch to our panel Location University College Birmingham and will definitely be doing of hospitality experts. University College Birmingham Dates higher education!” Following a briefing session from the hospitality team, you will Dates 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Residential be working in small groups to develop your ideas for a brand new 18th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential restaurant to open in Birmingham city centre. Website: www.ucb.ac.uk We will offer you guidance and support to design your concept. Website: www.ucb.ac.uk What does your restaurant look like and what type of customer will you try to attract? You will also take part in practical sessions in order to give you an understanding of the day to day issues that a restaurant manager has to consider. How many staff will you need to What will I do? How will I get there? employ? What type of food will you serve and how will you The Salon & Spa UniFest will focus on practical elements of hair UniFest attendees will need to make their own way to serve it? (such as cutting horizontal and increased graduation lines, blow Birmingham New Street train station. Attendees will be met at So the question is – will YOU succeed in getting the support “Really fun, wish that is was for drying hair into style and basic scalp massage) and beauty (such the station where transport will then be arranged to travel the of our Dragons and getting the investment you need? as manicures, pedicures, make up application and facials). Theory short distance to University College Birmingham. Alternatively, longer, made some good friends!” management styles will also focus on the Spa Customer attendees are welcome to travel independently by car or bus What will I learn? Experience and will involve looking at what spa's offer, customer directly to the University where staff will be able to greet them. You will learn how to create a restaurant concept that appeals expectations, how to create a memorable customer experience, Further details will be provided once confirmation of the UniFest to a specific customer group. You will learn how a restaurant after care and support and trends in spa services. place has been made. All travel costs will be refunded by operates, and learn about different types of food service styles. University College Birmingham with proof of receipt. You will also learn how to improve your presentation skills and how to deliver a professional sales pitch by working as part What will I learn? of a team. Students will learn basic skills and demands of working in the industry and management skills for business operations. How will I get there? attendees are welcome to travel independently by car or bus Students will also experience and give treatments. UniFest attendees will need to make their own way to directly to the University where staff will be able to greet them. Birmingham New Street train station. Attendees will be met at Further details will be provided once confirmation of the UniFest the station where transport will then be arranged to travel the place has been made. All travel costs will be refunded by short distance to University College Birmingham. Alternatively, University College Birmingham with proof of receipt.

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Year 10 Year 10 University of Birmingham University of Birmingham

Health and Life Sciences Uni Experience

Location What will I do? Location Edgbaston, Birmingham Like university students, you will experience a mixture of Edgbaston, Birmingham “It was great and amazing interactive activities and lectures in a range of subjects from Dates and I would do it again any day. the sciences, humanities, sports and more. Staff will deliver Dates 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential Ambassadors BEST ! I have no informative and fun sessions and answer questions on their 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential YEAR 10 Code: UOB/002 regrets about applying. subject area. YEAR 10 Code: UOB/004 Best experience”. After all that learning you’ll need to unwind! Your evenings 17th July 2011 – 19th July 2011 Residential will be packed with fun activities including bowling, quizzes 17th July 2011 – 19th July 2011 Residential YEAR 10 Code: UOB/003 and a disco! YEAR 10 Code: UOB/005

Website: What will I learn? Website: http://www.undergraduate.bham.ac.uk/teachers You will gain an insight into student life and independent http://www.undergraduate.bham.ac.uk/teachers careers/summerschools.shtml learning and will have your questions answered about student careers/summerschools.shtml finance and studying at a university. You may even decide on a subject to study at university! More and more jobs require higher level qualifications and in 2010, 55% of new jobs required you to What will I do? What will I learn? have a degree. On this UniFest you can find out about the If you are interested in a career in healthcare, such as a doctor, You will gain an insight into student life and independent living. “I felt that it has improved my transferable skills the majority of employers will be looking for in physiotherapist, dentist, nurse or anaesthetist, then this is the You will have your questions answered about student finance confidence further and that I am the future. Plus ….. you’ll make lots of new friends. residential for you! and studying at university. You will also learn about specific definitely going into higher ed. health science related courses and may leave with a better How will I get there? No regrets”. Like university students, you will experience a mixture of understanding of what you want to do after school or college. We ask that you make your own way to the university but interactive activities and lectures in health-related subjects. In addition to all this you will make a lot of new friends! we will refund any reasonable travel costs. You will also have the opportunity to attend sessions on related courses such as Psychology and Sport and Exercise Science. How will I get there? We ask that you make your own way to the university but will You will learn about healthcare careers, and the day-to-day life refund any reasonable travel costs. of a student. And after all that learning you’ll need to unwind! So your evenings will be packed with fun activities including bowling, quizzes and a disco!

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Year 10 Year 10 University of Warwick University of Wolverhampton

Experience Warwick Lights, Music, Action! – Summer 2011

YEAR 10 Code: UOW/016 What will I do? Location Are you intrigued by drama? Have a passion for dance? Want to Arena Theatre & City Campus, Wolverhampton Location “I had an amazing experience and see how a theatre production is put together? Yes? Then this is University of Warwick, Coventry would love to do it again”. the UniFest for you! Dates Dates 26th June 2011 – 28th June 2011 Residential You will be part of exciting workshops and activities which will YEAR 10 Code: WLV/017 12th July 2011 – 14th July 2011 Residential give you insider knowledge of how a drama/dance performance is put together. Everything from lighting, sound and costume, to Website: www.warwick.ac.uk choreography and scenery will be brought together to produce a 28th June 2011 – 30th June 2011 Residential 5-star performance by your group. It will be a team effort! YEAR 10 Code: WLV/018

Working in the Arena Theatre, at the university, you will see how a Website: www.wlv.ac.uk/scp real theatre works and learn from professional staff.

What will I do? What will I learn? The Experience Warwick – Summer 2011, Summer School will The summer school will motivate students to aspire to, and offer participants the opportunity to undertake a wide variety of achieve, a place on the university course that matches their needs “I really enjoyed the UniFest and academic sessions delivered by University lecturers and staff, as and interests, including the most competitive courses at the I was surprised at how much I What will I learn? learnt about going to university”. well as take part in non-academic activity. There will be a group most competitive institutions. ● Gain an insight into dance, drama and production challenge throughout the summer school with presentations ● Develop your team working skills and prize giving on the final day; on the last night there will be a How will I get there? themed gala dinner. Participants will be expected to travel independently to Coventry ● Experience elements of theatre production and theatre train station where there will be transport provided to the technology The Summer School will give participants a varied insight into life University if required. Alternatively participants can travel directly ● How to bring aspects of production together to create a live at the University including staying in Halls of Residence, different How will I get there? to campus by car or bus, further details will be sent on successful theatre performance types of learning in a wide range of settings and experiencing The university will provide reasonable expenses towards the cost application. Funding for the summer school also includes the cost the social and sporting facilities the University has to offer. ● See how your interest in dance, drama or theatre production of travel. of rail transport to Coventry train station if required. Participants will also be able to interact with Student can develop at university level Details on travel arrangements and drop-off points will be Ambassadors who are current students at the University and will ● Experience student life in university Halls of Residence discussed with learners. act as Group Leaders during the event.

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Year 11 Year 11 Birmingham City University

All UniFest events for Year 11 students Discover University

Birmingham City University 25 What will I do? YEAR 11 Code: BIC/119 Are you unsure about your choices for the future? Location Harper Adams University College 26-28 Do you want to explore different courses and options at University? City North Campus, Perry Barr, Birmingham Would you like to experience life like a University student? Keele University 29 If so, then ‘Discover University’ is for YOU! Dates Attending ’Discover University’ at Birmingham City University can 4th July 2011 – 6th July 2011 Residential Newman University College 30-31 help you make decisions about your future, whether or not you want to go to university, or what you want to study. You will have Website: http://www.bcu.ac.uk/summerschools Staffordshire University 32 the chance to: ● Make friends and have fun like real University students University College Birmingham 33-34 ● Spend three days living in halls of residence on the City North campus University of Birmingham 35 ● Work with University students, staff and academics ● Find out about different courses and facilities at University “‘I think the experience has been great. I have learnt a lot about University of Worcester 36-38 through fun and interactive workshops ● Take part in a budgeting challenge and ‘shop on a student different subjects. I have made budget’ loads of great friends and have realised what it’s like to be ● Become 'future proof' and find out what you need to get to University and where it can lead a student at university. I’d definitely recommend going!” ● Take a stroll around the campus on a specially guided tour and check out our mock law court, brand new sports centre and the hub of student social life ● Attend two 2-3 hour taster lectures in a variety of subjects ● Enjoy a fun packed social programme ● Discover University life! Regardless of what subjects you may be studying, or potential lectures, seminars and action packed social activities, you will be subjects you may wish to study in the future, ‘Discover University’ using state-of-the-art equipment and facilities giving you a is for you! Through our programme of interactive workshops, chance to sample the whole student experience for yourself. So come and have a go!

What will I learn? You will gain more confidence and be made aware of the academic and social possibilities available to you at University and leave with the knowledge to make an informed choice about your future. You will receive valuable experience of living on a university campus and learn what university can offer. How will I get there? Birmingham City University will work directly with students and parents/carers/guardians to organise journeys to and from the residential. We would actively encourage parents/carers/ guardians to take on this responsibility to ensure a safe hand over takes place. Further information regarding transport will be included in future correspondence.

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Year 11 Year 11 Harper Adams University College Harper Adams University College

Countryside, Environment Animal Health & Welfare and Sustainable Management

YEAR 11 Code: HAR/121 What will I do? YEAR 11 Code: HAR/122 “I learnt more and got knowledge If you love the great outdoors, are interested in protecting the Location environment, developing sustainable technologies, conservation Location of the veterinary nursing career or in outdoor recreation then this is for you. Newport, Shropshire and as well as the finance of Newport, Shropshire Dates attending uni”. It’s designed to give an insight into studying the countryside and Dates 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential its diverse use with a series of hands-on workshops and lectures, 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential led by environmental professionals and scientists. You will look at Website: www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/ wildlife habitats, outdoor leisure pursuits, sustainable technologies, Website: www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/ woodland management and ecology using the specialist facilities on campus such as the campus buildings, wildlife ponds and the laboratories. Ideal for those of you considering a career linked to What will I do? What will I learn? the environmental industry or who want to increase their Do you enjoy being with animals? Do you want to improve their This is ideal for those of you considering a career linked to the knowledge of how the British countryside is used and managed, health and welfare? This course introduces concepts of "welfare" animal care industry or who want to increase your knowledge of appealing to anyone with an interest in the outdoors, whether as a leisure resource or working in it to make money. “It was very useful and fun. and "health" in animals and how this is assessed. It’s designed to animals. This course will appeal to anyone with an interest in I really enjoyed it and as well give you an insight into studying the care of farm livestock and animals, whether as a pet-owner, horse-rider or worker with farm With social events in the evening, including bowling and karaoke, as having fun I got to learn. companion animals (pets) with a series of hands-on workshops animals. You will develop experience and increased scientific you will experience the true University Harper Spirit! and lectures, led by animal professionals and scientists. You will knowledge of animal health and welfare issues, team work, I also made new friends”. look at nutrition, animal disease, behaviour and nursing skills communication and presentation skills. What will I learn? using the specialist facilities on campus such as the companion There will be participation in some adventure recreation animal centre, the laboratories and the vet practice centre. How will I get there? activities and you will be set the task to design your own As some of the sessions are held outdoors, suitable wet weather Students attending the event at Harper Adams will be offered a adventure recreation centre with consideration for its clothing and suitable footwear (Wellies!) should be included in choice of travelling to Harper Adams by a combination of train environmental impact. your packing! travel to Birmingham New Street, Telford Central, Shrewsbury or Stafford Station, where they will be met by student ambassadors How will I get there? With all the usual student social events in the evening, including and escorted by bus to the campus. All costs of train and bus Students attending the event at Harper Adams will be offered a transport will be paid for by Harper Adams. If students and bowling and karaoke, you will experience the true University transport will be paid for by Harper Adams. If students and choice of travelling to Harper Adams by a combination of train parents would rather, then a family member can drive and Harper Spirit! parents would rather, then a family member can drive and travel to Birmingham New Street, Telford Central, Shrewsbury or collect them from Harper Adams with mileage being claimed collect them from Harper Adams with mileage being claimed Stafford Station, where they will be met by student ambassadors back. Details of transport are sent out several weeks before back. Details of transport are sent out several weeks before and escorted by bus to the campus. All costs of train and bus attending the event. attending the event.

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Year 11 Year 11 Harper Adams University College Keele University

The Apprentice Dragons – UniFest 1 Business for the next generation

YEAR 11 Code: HAR/123 What will I do? YEAR 11 Code: KEE/124 “I have gained more knowledge about During your three day stay at the UK’s largest Campus University, Location uni and the important things like you will be engaging in a number of academic sessions and social Location Newport, Shropshire finance and applying to university. activities. Your time here will kick off with team building activities Keele University I have gained a realistic insight into run by a professional team builder. For three days you will be in Dates various lectures and workshops, from Forensics to American Dates 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential what university life is like and the 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential different courses on offer. I have also Studies, from Creative Writing to Criminology, and many more. learnt that it can be fun at uni and you This will be complemented by student life and finance sessions, Website: www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/ including how to survive student accommodation games. Both Website: www.summerschool.keelelink.co.uk make a lot of new friends and you evenings will be action packed, including sports and laser quest become more independent”. in the woods followed by disco, karaoke, and an optional ghost walk or a trip to the outer universe in our inflatable stardome, for the more fainthearted. Really bonding with our great student mentors whilst making new friends, once again, UniFest is set to “The mentors were really helpful What will I do? What will I learn? be another great event. Are you a young entrepreneur? Got the product in mind but not This course will appeal to anyone with an interest in business, and friendly. They made my stay sure what the next step is? Well, this Business and Finance marketing, finance and sales. You will develop awareness on how What will I learn? more comfortable and safe and course will take you through the stages you need in starting a to set up a business from the initial idea and business plan to You will learn to work as a team, and more independently. You gave more information on studying business, giving you an insight into studying business and pitching your ideas for funding. You will gain skills of team work, will have a taste of university life, through lectures and seminars, at university level”. finance at university. Entrepreneurs need to demonstrate communication, problem solving and presentation skills. and enjoy the social side of university, whilst finding out about leadership, motivation and team work while being creative and student finance, and having current students on hand to quiz innovating. This taster is intended to develop your business How will I get there? about any concerns that you may have about Higher Education. knowledge and skills, looking at how to finance your business Students attending the event at Harper Adams will be offered a You will get the chance to stay in student accommodation. All idea, how marketing of a product affects its sales and market choice of travelling to Harper Adams by a combination of train lectures are delivered by top academics from Keele University and position as well as the development of a business strategy. You'll travel to Birmingham New Street, Telford Central, Shrewsbury or external speakers. consider how you might promote your product through the Stafford Station, where they will be met by student ambassadors Internet. At the end of the course you will present your business and escorted by bus to the campus. All costs of train and bus How will I get there? coach (usually early in the morning). You must also be plan to the other students in the style of the Dragons Den. transport will be paid for by Harper Adams. If students and Free coaches will pick you up from a designated collection point, accompanied by an adult over the age of 18. All buses will have With social events in the evening, including bowling, you will parents would rather, then a family member can drive and near to where you live – maybe a train or bus station. You will student mentors to greet you and help with your belongings. experience the true University Harper Spirit! collect them from Harper Adams with mileage being claimed have to make your own way to the collection point to meet the Coaches will return you to the same point at the end of UniFest. back. Details of transport are sent out several weeks before attending the event.

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Year 11 Year 11 Newman University College Newman University College

Creative Arts Sports Studies

YEAR 11 Code: NEW/125 What will I do? YEAR 11 Code: NEW/126 This summer school is aimed at students who are interested in Location “I'd like to say Thank you to my Location squad leaders and to all the staff. PE, Health and Sports Studies and sports-related careers . The Newman University College, Birmingham course will comprise a blend of practical activities examining Newman University College, Birmingham It will leave me with a great health-related fitness, aggression and anxiety in sport (using Wii Dates experience and confidence”. Sport!) as well as how we learn skills in sport. Dates 17th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential ● Outdoor and adventurous activities 17th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential ● Practical lab-based sessions using specialist equipment such as Website: www.newman.ac.uk running a VO2 max test Website: www.newman.ac.uk ● Hands-on session examining how we can improve balance, co-ordination, reaction time and hand steadiness All students will have their own single room for the residential. What will I do? What will I learn? As well as specialist subject sessions there will also be a range This event is very ‘hands on’. Participants will think about the You will think about messages or issues you want to ‘get across’ of evening social activities including bowling, cinema and a varied forms creative arts can take and how artists convey a to the viewers and how you can do this through the work you farewell party. “It was really helpful in helping message to their audience. Students will experience a variety of produce. You will work both on an individual basis and in groups You will be able to join a Newman UniFest 2011 facebook group me make a decision about media to express the themes for the Summer school including: to produce a final piece for presentation or display. before you attend summer school which will give you the Higher Education. Thank you opportunity to introduce yourself to fellow students and get Art Drama Ceramics A degree in Creative Arts will pave the way for a career in to know our Student Squad Leaders before you arrive. for having me”. Music Animation Mixed media the creative or media industries, community or mainstream Film making/Editing Video blogging theatre, arts, media, drama or music education, PR, journalism or youth work. What will I learn? There will be a mix of academic and non-academic activity and You will gain a greater understanding of the range of disciplines the opportunity to experience campus life. You will join students How will I get there? that are embedded in a sports-related degree. You will engage in from two other summer schools for social and evening activities Newman University College will work directly with students and practical activities examining issues in sport psychology, such as visits to the cinema, bowling, a disco and a gallery trip. parents/carers to organise journeys to and from the residential. physiology and skill learning in a fun, stimulating environment. Further information regarding transport will be included in All students will have their own single room for the residential. Past graduates from Sports Studies now work in sports coaching, As well as specialist subject sessions there will also be a range future correspondence. Our student helpers will be at designated pick up/drop off points teaching, sports development, sports and leisure management, to accompany summer school students to Newman University of evening social activities including bowling, cinema and a Our student helpers will be at designated pick up/drop off points sports science, the armed forces and police and sports promotion. farewell party. to accompany summer school students to Newman University College. All transport costs will be covered by Aimhigher. A Parents Information Evening will be held in June to answer any You will be able to join a Newman UniFest 2011 facebook group College. All transport costs will be covered by Aimhigher. How will I get there? questions on transport or other issues. before you attend summer school which will give you the A Parents Information Evening will be held in June to answer any Newman University College will work directly with students and opportunity to introduce yourself to fellow students and get to questions on transport or other issues. parents/carers to organise journeys to and from the residential. know our Student Squad Leaders before you arrive. Further information regarding transport will be included in future correspondence.

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Year 11 Year 11 Staffordshire University University College Birmingham

Uni-Life Experience: Salon and Spa Management Try it, you’ll like it!

YEAR 11 Code: STA/127 What will I do? YEAR 11 Code: UCB/128 The Salon & Spa UniFest will focus on practical elements of hair Location “I would recommend this to Location everyone. As well as having fun (such as cutting horizontal and increased graduation lines, blow Stoke on Trent drying hair into style and basic scalp massage) and beauty (such University College Birmingham you gain knowledge and as manicures, pedicures, make up application and facials). Theory Dates experience”. management styles will also focus on the Spa Customer Dates 5th July 2011 – 7th July 2011 Residential Experience and will involve looking at what spa's offer, customer 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Residential expectations, how to create a memorable customer experience, Website: www.staffs.ac.uk/summerschool after care and support and trends in spa services. Website: www.ucb.ac.uk

What will I learn? Students will learn basic skills and demands of working in the What will I do? Evening activities on Day one and two will include games, pizza industry and management skills for business operations. Students will also experience and give treatments. Choosing to go to University isn’t just an important decision night and a disco. “I enjoyed everything at – it’s a potential life changer! That’s why our Summer School is What will I learn? How will I get there? university, I definitely want to designed to provide an amazing experience where you can find consider coming here. I loved it!” out everything you need to know about University and have a Develop your confidence, try something new, and gain a clearer UniFest attendees will need to make their own way to fantastic time. idea about how university can help your future. A university Birmingham New Street train station. Attendees will be met at education is seen as increasingly important to securing a great the station where transport will then be arranged to travel the Day One career. See how our world of work facilities and high quality short distance to University College Birmingham. Alternatively, After time to settle in, there’ll be a welcome lunch followed by teaching can help you! attendees are welcome to travel independently by car or bus teambuilding fun. You’ll stay in our halls of residence and be directly to the University where staff will be able to greet them. looked after by our friendly Student Ambassadors. How will I get there? Further details will be provided once confirmation of the UniFest Day Two and Three FREE transport to and from the summer school will be provided, place has been made. All travel costs will be refunded by You’ll get to really discover university life, with the chance to join usually by coach. Learners will be met by our team of Student University College Birmingham with proof of receipt. in workshops and lectures on anything from Drama to Ambassadors at designated pickup/drop-off points. Journalism , Forensics to Sports Science, Film Production to Computer Games Design, Science to Nursing, Media to Engineering or Business to Law.

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Year 11 Year 11 University College Birmingham University of Birmingham

Skills for Careers in the Science, Technology, Hospitality Industry Engineering and Maths (STEM)

YEAR 11 Code: UCB/129 What will I do? YEAR 11 Code: UOB/120 Students will have the opportunity to engage in interactive, fun Location “Great way to help decide on future Location and have a good time in the process”. and educational STEM based subjects on the four day, three night University College Birmingham residential. Sessions in Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Edgbaston, Birmingham Physics and Computer Science will be delivered by world leading Dates experts in their field and students will be supported by Dates 18th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential undergraduate science students throughout their time at the 19th July 2011 – 22nd July 2011 Residential university. Students will also put theory into practice, carry out Website: www.ucb.ac.uk investigations and take away with them a better understanding Website: http://www.undergraduate.bham.ac.uk/ and knowledge about science as a subject at university thus teacherscareers/summerschools.shtml helping them to make decisions that are right for them.

What will I do? What will I learn? What will I learn? You will be launching your own restaurant concept and You will learn how to create a restaurant concept that appeals Students will better understand what is required of them at 6th presenting your idea in a ‘Dragon’s Den’ pitch to our panel of to a specific customer group. You will learn how a restaurant form in order to make the successful transition to university level hospitality experts. operates, and learn about different types of food service styles. study. Students will get to experience university life and see the Following a briefing session from the hospitality team, you will You will also learn how to improve your presentation skills and different teaching facilities that universities have for “It was fantastic, a great way to find be working in small groups to develop your ideas for a brand new how to deliver a professional sales pitch by working as part undergraduate and postgraduate students. ALL students must be of a team. more info about higher education restaurant to open in Birmingham city centre. intending to take Maths at A level in Year 12. This residential is and a fab way to make friends”. We will offer you guidance and support to design your concept. How will I get there? NOT for students who are interested in the Health Professions ie What does your restaurant look like and what type of customer UniFest attendees will need to make their own way to taking Biology at A level. As there will be a high level of Maths will you try to attract? Birmingham New Street train station. Attendees will be met at involved in the academic sessions, students must ensure that You will also take part in practical sessions in order to give you an the station where transport will then be arranged to travel the they are predicted at least a grade B at GCSE Maths and are understanding of the day to day issues that a restaurant short distance to University College Birmingham. Alternatively, confident that they can cope with the academic demands manager has to consider. How many staff will you need to attendees are welcome to travel independently by car or bus of the residential. employ? What type of food will you serve and how will you directly to the University where staff will be able to greet them. serve it? Further details will be provided once confirmation of the UniFest How will I get there? We ask that you make your own way to the university but we So the question is – will YOU succeed in getting the support of place has been made. All travel costs will be refunded by will refund any reasonable travel costs. our Dragons and getting the investment you need? University College Birmingham with proof of receipt.

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Year 11 University of Worcester University of Worcester

Drama & Performance Health & Wellbeing Summer School Summer School

YEAR 11 Code: WOR/131 What will I do? YEAR 11 Code: WOR/130 This specialist summer school blends theoretical and practical Location “I really enjoyed it because it had so Location many activities, games and workshops approaches to several key areas within Health & Wellbeing. The University of Worcester – St John’s Campus wide range of topics on offer will allow you to delve more deeply in University of Worcester – St John’s Campus so we could make friends. It has to subjects with which you may already be familiar, whilst also Dates encouraged me to apply to Worcester providing the opportunity for you to explore new areas which you Dates 10th July 2011 – 14th July 2011 Residential Uni for drama”. may not previously have considered. The Summer School provides 26th June 2011 – 30th June 2011 Residential a comprehensive overview and taster of this diverse field. Website: www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool Website: www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool We will be taking a look at fields as varied as nursing, midwifery, forensic psychology and social work. You will have the opportunity to work alongside expert academics and What will I do? There is also a Careers session, where expert Drama staff will professional practitioners from these areas, as well as current This specialist summer school gives you the chance to experience discuss future prospects for graduates. Drama students can go undergraduate students. what it might be like to study Drama at university level. on to work in a range of fields, including theatrical set design, Throughout the week you will work closely with expert academic production assistant, teaching, and acting. University of It’s not all hard work! There’s also the chance to relax and “I had a great time, by the staff and experienced undergraduate students. We will explore Worcester graduates enjoy some of the best employability unwind after your day’s work with a range of social events and end of this I felt like I knew different approaches to Drama through a range of drama ratings in the region. activities in the evenings. You’ll have the chance to meet new everyone for a long time”. workshops, technical sessions on production, and lectures. There’s people, and make new friends who have an interest in the same also the chance to take the stage and perform! Throughout the How will I get there? things as you. week you will work in groups to create unique performances that The University of Worcester offers – within reason - free transport will be showcased to an invited audience at the event Finale. to and from the Summer School. Both learners and What will I learn? parents/carers are eligible to claim travel cost reimbursements, This event mixes academic and practical sessions to give you the The daytime schedule is exciting, but during the evenings there is and wherever possible, these are provided before you travel. The chance to experience the different ways you can learn at a fun social and leisure programme to help you unwind from the University will provide a courtesy shuttle bus service from local University. There will be lectures and seminars, but also hands-on hard work of staging your production. We’ve got parties, rail stations to the campus at the start and end of the event. practicals in the University of Worcester’s specialist clinical bowling, and possibly even the chance to take in a professional training suite. show! You’ll have the chance to meet new people, and make Our Student Ambassadors will be on hand to meet you at the There is also a Careers session, where staff will discuss future new friends who have an interest in the same things as you. station, or when you arrive at the University. They’ll help you sign prospects for Health graduates. In this diverse field, there are in, and get settled with a warm welcome. These are the same many future possibilities, from professions such as Nursing and What will I learn? students you’ll be working with all week, so it’s a great chance to Midwifery, to Social and Youthwork, and Forensic Psychology. This summer school uses a mix of practical workshops, get to know each other. Graduates from the Institute of Health & Society at the rehearsals, and lectures to give you a taste of the different ways University of Worcester enjoy an excellent record for future you can learn at University. Topics could include Physical Theatre, employability across the country. Mask Work, Direction, and Production Techniques. How will I get there? The University of Worcester offers – within reason - free transport to and from the Summer School. Both learners and parents/carers are eligible to claim travel cost reimbursements, and wherever possible, these are provided before you travel. The University will provide a courtesy shuttle bus service from local rail stations to the campus at the start and end of the event.

Our Student Ambassadors will be on hand to meet you at the station, or when you arrive at the University. They’ll help you sign in, and get settled with a warm welcome. These are the same students you’ll be working with all week, so it’s a great chance to get to know each other.

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Year 11 Year 12 University of Worcester

Sports Science All UniFest events for Year 12 students Summer School

YEAR 11 Code: WOR/132 Coventry University 40 Location “I had amazing time on UniFest, Hereford College of Arts 41 University of Worcester – St John’s Campus loving every minute of it. Well organised and structured. Thanks Dates everyone for an awesome experience”. Keele University 42 24th July 2011 – 28th July 2011 Residential Newman University College Website: www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool 43 Staffordshire University 44 What will I do? University. There will be lectures and seminars, but also practicals, You will have the chance to live and work for a week as a student physiology tests, and coaching sessions. University College Birmingham in the University of Worcester’s top-rated Institute of Sport & 45-46 Exercise Science. You will work closely with academic staff who There is also a Careers session, where expert Sports staff will are experts in their field, as well as current undergraduate discuss future prospects for graduates. Sports students often University of Worcester 47-49 students. move in to careers in Sports Development, Coaching, Outdoor Leadership, Youthwork, and Teaching. University of Worcester During the day you will work for the week on an academic graduates enjoy some of the best employability ratings in the module specifically designed to give you a taste of what it might region. be like to study Sports Science & Coaching at University. There will also be the chance to apply all that you have learnt to a real How will I get there? competitive sporting environment in the team tournament, The University of Worcester offers – within reason - free transport which rounds off the week. to and from the Summer School. Both learners and parents/carers are eligible to claim travel cost reimbursements, There’s also a jam-packed evening programme of leisure and and wherever possible, these are provided before you travel. The social activities to enjoy. We’ll have a range of activities to try, University will provide a courtesy shuttle bus service from local from bowling to raft building. rail stations to the campus at the start and end of the event.

You’ll have the chance to meet new people, and make new Our Student Ambassadors will be on hand to meet you at the friends who have an interest in the same things as you. station, or when you arrive at the University. They’ll help you sign in, and get settled with a warm welcome. These are the same What will I learn? students you’ll be working with all week, so it’s a great chance to This event mixes academic and practical sessions to give you the get to know each other. chance to experience the different ways you can learn at

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Year 12 Year 12 Coventry University Hereford College of Arts

Art, Design and Media 2012 Summer School

YEAR 12 Code: COV/233 What will I do? YEAR 12 Code: HCA/234 We want your 3 day Summer School at Hereford College of Arts Location “I think the Summer School has to offer you the freedom to experiment and explore your powers Location Coventry University city centre campus been great. I have learnt a lot about of self-expression, creativity, imagination and inventiveness in a Hereford College of Arts, Hereford Dates different subjects. I have made higher education, specialist arts environment. Before the Dates loads of great friends and have Summer School starts you will be asked to choose from 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Residential realised what it’s like to be a a programme of four themed three day workshops: 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Non-Residential Website: www.coventry.ac.uk student at university, it has been 1. Applied Arts Website: www.hca.ac.uk a great experience”. 2. Fine Art 3. Lens Based Media Arts 4. Graphic Based Media Arts

You will be taught by professional practitioners and arts specialists; each workshops will give you the opportunity to find “Different working environment - What will I do? as you have three days to develop a unique idea that if judged out more about studying your chosen subject at a higher relaxed yet challenging. The tour You will attend a series of lectures and seminars throughout the successful by our team of experts could win you the prize of education level and develop your practical and theoretical skills to of the College gave a great feel / two days. You will learn how to formulate a business idea and Coventry University Summer School Entrepreneurs of the year. help you make your decision about which arts degree course to idea of life here at HCA”. present your ideas to the rest of the Summer School attendees follow and how to achieve a career in the creative industries. and a team of judges. How will I get there? If you select the Applied or Fine Art workshops please bring with All students will be asked to make their own way to the you either a lab coat or an old shirt to protect your clothes. Outside the lecture theatre you will stay in University Halls of University and will have their travel expenses reimbursed. Residence and attend evening activities. What will I learn? The workshops will take you through working briefs designed to help you research and realize your ideas from conception to How will I get there? What will I learn? completion with practical outcomes for your own portfolio; Hereford College of Arts will provide reasonable expenses toward Working with University staff and students, you will look at the depending on your choice of workshop this could be a film, a the cost of travel to and from the Summer School over the three London 2012 Games as a business opportunity. The pressure is on piece of art work, a series of photographs, graphic imagery or days. Student will be issued with a travel claim form at the even a one-off piece of jewellery. beginning of the programme. All claims must be made on the During the three days you will also meet student ambassadors last day and supported by receipts and evidence of purchase. already studying at Hereford College of Arts, see and work in Mileage will be paid at 40p per mile up to 50 miles and 25p per studio workshops, learn more about how to develop your mile thereafter per day. Students will meet at the HCA Main portfolio, the interview process, careers in the creative industries Campus on Folly Lane before going to their courses at the Media and how to apply through UCAS. Arts Centre and the Art & Design Campus.

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Year 12 Year 12 Keele University Newman University College

UniFest 2 Routes into Teaching

YEAR 12 Code: KEE/235 What will I do? YEAR 12 Code: NEW/236 This summer school aims to be an interactive, challenging and Location “Meeting new people was great, fun introduction to teaching. It will raise awareness of teaching Location Keele University because I've always feared I'd go to as a career; explore the role of teacher; identify what makes an Newman University College, Birmingham university and not be able to speak to effective teacher; and give an outline of the routes into the Dates anyone but I've proved myself wrong. teaching profession. Dates 20th July 2011 – 22nd July 2011 Residential 17th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential Everyone was so friendly and helpful”. There will be a choice of subject taster sessions and an Website: www.summerschool.keelelink.co.uk opportunity to look at learning beyond the classroom. There will Website: www.newman.ac.uk also be an opportunity to ‘teach’ a small group of secondary pupils. You will be able to use digital media to develop and showcase your creativity. All students will have their own single room for the residential. As well as specialist subject sessions there will also be a range of evening social activities including bowling, cinema and What will I do? and enjoy the social side of university, whilst finding out about “It has been absolutely fantastic, and During your three day stay at the UK’s largest Campus University, student finance, UCAS, and having current students on hand to a farewell party. you will be engaging in a number of academic sessions and social quiz about any concerns that you may have about Higher You will be able to join a Newman UniFest 2011 facebook group I wish I had the chance to apply to activities. Your time here will kick off with team building activities Education. Research and presentation skills will be developed. All before you attend summer school which will give you the earlier ones in yr 10 and 11. I think run by a professional team builder. For three days you will be in lectures are delivered by top academics from Keele University and opportunity to introduce yourself to fellow students and get to I can say University is for me and various lectures and workshops, from Forensics to American external speakers. know our Student Squad Leaders before you arrive. would recommend this to anyone”. Studies, from Creative Writing to Criminology, and many more. How will I get there? This will be complemented by student life and finance sessions, Free coaches will pick you up from a designated collection point, What will I learn? including how to survive student accommodation games. On the near to where you live – maybe a train or bus station. You will Sessions will include: final day there will be research and presentation time. Both have to make your own way to the collection point to meet the ● An introduction to learning theory evenings will be action packed, including sports and laser quest in coach (usually early in the morning). You must also be ● How to make a subject exciting the woods followed by disco, karaoke, an optional ghost walk or a accompanied by an adult over the age of 18 (unless you are 18 or ● Creative approaches to teaching trip to the outer universe in our inflatable stardome. Really bonding Our student helpers will be at designated pick up/drop off points over yourself). All buses will have student mentors to greet you ● How to get a place on a teacher training course with our great student mentors whilst making new friends, once to accompany summer school students to Newman University and help with your belongings. Coaches will return you to the ● Sessions on teaching as a career and progression routes again, UniFest is set to be another great event. College. All transport costs will be covered by Aimhigher. same point at the end of UniFest where you will need to be How will I get there? A Parents Information Evening will be held in June to answer any Where will I learn? collected by an adult. Newman University College will work directly with students and questions on transport or other issues. You will learn to work as a team, and more independently. You parents/carers to organise journeys to and from the residential. will have a taste of university life, through lectures and seminars, Further information regarding transport will be included in future correspondence.

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Year 12 Year 12 Staffordshire University University College Birmingham

Uni-Life Experience: Salon and Spa Management Try it, you’ll like it!

Location What will I do? YEAR 12 Code: UCB/244 Stoke on Trent The Salon & Spa UniFest will focus on practical elements of hair “Just wanted to say a massive thanks (such as cutting horizontal and increased graduation lines, blow Location Dates for the UniFest! Was so good. Made so drying hair into style and basic scalp massage) and beauty (such University College Birmingham 28th June 2011 – 30th June 2011 Residential many new friends and really enjoyed as manicures, pedicures, make up application and facials). Theory the academic events on the last day. I management styles will also focus on the Spa Customer Dates Website: www.staffs.ac.uk/summerschool am strongly thinking about applying Experience and will involve looking at what spa's offer, customer 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Residential expectations, how to create a memorable customer experience, to Staffordshire Uni now as well”. www.ucb.ac.uk Business Code: STA/237 after care and support and trends in spa services. Website: Computer Games Development Code: STA/238 Health Code: STA/239 What will I learn? Students will learn basic skills and demands of working in the Law Code: STA/240 industry and management skills for business operations. Media and Journalism Code: STA/241 Students will also experience and give treatments. Science Code: STA/242 “It was a fantastic experience Sport Code: STA/243 How will I get there? UniFest attendees will need to make their own way to and will definitely be doing Birmingham New Street train station. Attendees will be met at higher education!” the station where transport will then be arranged to travel the What will I do? Our expert team of Student Ambassadors will be on hand to tell short distance to University College Birmingham. Alternatively, If you’re thinking about university, it’s because you want the best you about student life, budgeting, studying and the social scene. To attendees are welcome to travel independently by car or bus chance of gaining the qualifications necessary for future success – really get a feel for Staffordshire University, you’ll be staying in our directly to the University where staff will be able to greet them. and that’s exactly why you should attend one of our themed halls of residence. Plus a great social programme will mean plenty Further details will be provided once confirmation of the UniFest Summer Schools. of opportunities to party and make new friends. place has been made. All travel costs will be refunded by University College Birmingham with proof of receipt. Created especially for Year 12, 1st year of a level 3 vocational course What will I learn? and 14-19 diploma students, attending a summer school will give Learn all about university life and the opportunities available – you a valuable insight into your chosen subject area. Simply take even if you’re still unsure about your future choices. your pick from the list and quote the code for that event. You’ll be able to explore that subject in-depth and find out more How will I get there? about graduate career paths, plus you’ll get all the facts on FREE transport to and from the summer school will be provided, accommodation, finance and personal statements. usually by coach. Learners will be met by our team of Student Ambassadors at designated pickup/drop-off points.

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Year 12 Year 12 University College Birmingham University of Worcester

Skills for Careers in the Drama & Performance Hospitality Industry Summer School

YEAR 12 Code: UCB/245 What will I do? YEAR 12 Code: WOR/247 This specialist summer school gives you the chance to experience Location “Really fun, wish that is was for what it might be like to study Drama at university level. Location University College Birmingham longer, made some good friends!” Throughout the week you will work closely with expert academic University of Worcester – St John’s Campus staff and experienced undergraduate students. We will explore Dates different approaches to Drama through a range of drama Dates 18th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential workshops, technical sessions on production, and lectures. There’s 10th July 2011 – 14th July 2011 Residential also the chance to take the stage and perform! Throughout the Website: www.ucb.ac.uk week you will work in groups to create unique performances that Website: www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool will be showcased to an invited audience at the event Finale.

The daytime schedule is exciting, but during the evenings there is a fun social and leisure programme to help you unwind from the hard work of staging your production. We’ve got parties, What will I do? What will I learn? “The week was really enjoyable and bowling, and possibly even the chance to take in a professional I loved every minute of doing all the You will be launching your own restaurant concept and You will learn how to create a restaurant concept that appeals show! You’ll have the chance to meet new people, and make presenting your idea in a ‘Dragon’s Den’ pitch to our panel of to a specific customer group. You will learn how a restaurant new friends who have an interest in the same things as you. activities especially seeing a hospitality experts. operates, and learn about different types of food service styles. Shakespeare play. Made me much You will also learn how to improve your presentation skills and more confident”. Following a briefing session from the hospitality team, you will What will I learn? how to deliver a professional sales pitch by working as part be working in small groups to develop your ideas for a brand new This summer school uses a mix of practical workshops, of a team. restaurant to open in Birmingham city centre. rehearsals, and lectures to give you a taste of the different ways We will offer you guidance and support to design your concept. How will I get there? you can learn at University. Topics could include Physical Theatre, What does your restaurant look like and what type of customer UniFest attendees will need to make their own way to Mask Work, Direction, and Production Techniques. will you try to attract? Birmingham New Street train station. Attendees will be met at How will I get there? You will also take part in practical sessions in order to give you an There is also a Careers session, where expert Drama staff will the station where transport will then be arranged to travel the The University of Worcester offers – within reason - free transport understanding of the day to day issues that a restaurant discuss future prospects for graduates. Drama students can go short distance to University College Birmingham. Alternatively, to and from the Summer School. Both learners and manager has to consider. How many staff will you need to on to work in a range of fields, including theatrical set design, attendees are welcome to travel independently by car or bus parents/carers are eligible to claim travel cost reimbursements, employ? What type of food will you serve and how will you production assistant, teaching, and acting. University of directly to the University where staff will be able to greet them. and wherever possible, these are provided before you travel. The serve it? Worcester graduates enjoy some of the best employability Further details will be provided once confirmation of the UniFest handover point at the start and end of the Summer School is the ratings in the region. So the question is – will YOU succeed in getting the support of place has been made. All travel costs will be refunded by Main Reception at the University of Worcester’s St John’s Campus. our Dragons and getting the investment you need? University College Birmingham with proof of receipt. This is where you will sign in and out. The University will provide a courtesy shuttle bus service from local rail stations to the campus at the start and end of the event.

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Year 12 Year 12 University of Worcester University of Worcester

Health & Wellbeing Sports Science Summer School Summer School

YEAR 12 Code: WOR/246 What will I do? YEAR 12 Code: WOR/248 You will have the chance to live and work for a week as a student Location Location “It was extremely useful and if in the University of Worcester’s top-rated Institute of Sport & University of Worcester – St John’s Campus I had the chance to do it again, Exercise Science. You will work closely with academic staff who University of Worcester – St John’s Campus I definitely would”. are experts in their field, as well as current undergraduate Dates Dates students. 26th June 2011 – 30th June 2011 Residential 24th July 2011 – 28th July 2011 Residential During the day you will work for the week on an academic Website: www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool Website: www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool module specifically designed to give you a taste of what it might be like to study Sports Science & Coaching at University. There will also be the chance to apply all that you have learnt to a real competitive sporting environment in the team tournament, which rounds off the week. “It was a lot of fun with so much What will I do? How will I get there? There’s also a jam-packed evening programme of leisure and going on each day and it’s helped me This specialist summer school blends theoretical and practical The University of Worcester offers – within reason - free transport social activities to enjoy. We’ll have a range of activities to try, make new friends and experience approaches to several key areas within Health & Wellbeing. The to and from the Summer School. Both learners and from bowling to raft building. wide range of topics on offer will allow you to delve more deeply in parents/carers are eligible to claim travel cost reimbursements, university life”. to subjects with which you may already be familiar, whilst also and wherever possible, these are provided before you travel. The You’ll have the chance to meet new people, and make new providing the opportunity for you to explore new areas which you handover point at the start and end of the Summer School is the friends who have an interest in the same things as you. may not previously have considered. The Summer School provides Main Reception at the University of Worcester’s St John’s Campus. a comprehensive overview and taster of this diverse field. This is where you will sign in and out. The University will provide What will I learn? a courtesy shuttle bus service from local rail stations to the This event mixes academic and practical sessions to give you the We will be taking a look at fields as varied as nursing, midwifery, campus at the start and end of the event. forensic psychology and social work. You will have the chance to experience the different ways you can learn at How will I get there? opportunity to work alongside expert academics and University. There will be lectures and seminars, but also practicals, The University of Worcester offers – within reason - free transport professional practitioners from these areas, as well as current physiology tests, and coaching sessions. to and from the Summer School. Both learners and undergraduate students. parents/carers are eligible to claim travel cost reimbursements, There is also a Careers session, where expert Sports staff will and wherever possible, these are provided before you travel. The It’s not all hard work! There’s also the chance to relax and discuss future prospects for graduates. Sports students often handover point at the start and end of the Summer School is the unwind after your day’s work with a range of social events and move in to careers in Sports Development, Coaching, Outdoor Main Reception at the University of Worcester’s St John’s Campus. activities in the evenings. You’ll have the chance to meet new Leadership, Youthwork, and Teaching. University of Worcester This is where you will sign in and out. The University will provide people, and make new friends who have an interest in the same graduates enjoy some of the best employability ratings in a courtesy shuttle bus service from local rail stations to the things as you. the region. campus at the start and end of the event. What will I learn? This event mixes academic and practical sessions to give you the chance to experience the different ways you can learn at University. There will be lectures and seminars, but also hands-on practicals in the University of Worcester’s specialist clinical training suite. There is also a Careers session, where staff will discuss future prospects for Health graduates. In this diverse field, there are many future possibilities, from professions such as Nursing and Midwifery, to Social and Youthwork, and Forensic Psychology. Graduates from the Institute of Health & Society at the University of Worcester enjoy an excellent record for future employability across the country.

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Birmingham City Aston University University

“I have really enjoyed the few days that I've been “Had an awesome 4 days so thanks for arranging it all :) ” here as it has been an eye opener for University. I enjoyed the activities and the flat competitions. Overall, a very good week”.

UniFest event Overview Overview UniFest event ● Aston University is set in the heart of Birmingham - ● Birmingham City University is a large, multi-cultural and Be Inspired: Science, Britain’s second city, close to first class social, shopping vibrant university with around 25,000 students situated Discover University Technology, Engineering and cultural attractions. in Birmingham. 11 YEAR 11 Code: BIC/119 ● ● and Maths (STEM) We are a small, campus based university: Our friendly We deliver over 300 courses over 8 teaching sites across Location and safe 40 acre campus houses all the University's the city. 10 YEAR 10 Code: AST/001 City North Campus, Perry Barr, Birmingham academic, social and accommodation facilities for our ● We offer courses that are designed with student career Location 9,500 students. aspirations in mind. Dates Aston University, Birmingham City Centre ● We have been ranked 13th out of 113 Universities by the ● We have excellent teaching and learning facilities and 4th July 2011 – 6th July 2011 Residential Dates 2010 Independent Complete University Guide. strong links with industry and the professions. Website: http://www.bcu.ac.uk/summerschools ● 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Residential ● Aston University has an outstanding reputation for Birmingham City University is in demand and have seen graduate employment success, with 82% finding the biggest increase in students applying for places in Website: www.aston.ac.uk/summerschool graduate level employment within six months of 2009/10 compared to any other UK university, an graduation, the 9th highest percentage in the UK. increase of 35.6% compared to a national average of 8%. ● Around 70% of our students take sandwich courses involving a year’s experience in business, industry and the public sector in the UK and abroad.

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Harper Adams Coventry University University College

“The ambassadors were really nice and were really good at “It was a great experience for which everyone answering any questions we had. I had a great time”. should experience and it helps you understand university and what it requires”.

UniFest event Overview Overview UniFest events ● Coventry University is based on a single campus in the ● Harper Adams is a specialist university serving the London 2012 centre of the city. countryside, and urban-based industries and Animal Health & Welfare ● It has a student population of around 15,000 students professions with a close relationship with the 10 YEAR 10 Code: HAR/006 12 YEAR 12 Code: COV/233 making it a medium sized University. countryside. 11 YEAR 11 Code: HAR/121 ● ● Location There is a wide variety of accommodation located on or There is 96% graduate employment. Location Coventry University city centre campus very near the campus and a fully equipped sports centre ● Based in Shropshire, Harper Adams campus is the heart Newport, Shropshire Dates and modern library. of the countryside. Dates ● ● 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Residential has recently been highlighted It was rated first in the UK for teaching quality. 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential as one of the best in the world by Eduniversal and its ● With 1900 students, Harper creates its own sense of Website Website Economics Department runs one of the top 20 community and the unique Harper spirit is all about www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/ www.coventry.ac.uk Economics courses in the country. making friends, having a good time and knowing that ● We have over 250 degree courses on offer ranging from you are at a university where you really belong. Automotive and Transport Design to Paramedic Science The Apprentice Dragons – and from Disaster Management to Games Technology. Business for the next ● Coventry University will be investing £160m on campus generation improvements over the next ten years including a new Student Building. 10 YEAR 10 Code: HAR/008 11 YEAR 11 Code: HAR/123 Location Newport, Shropshire Dates 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential Website www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/ Countryside, Environment and Sustainable Management

10 YEAR 10 Code: HAR/007 11 YEAR 11 Code: HAR/122 Location Newport, Shropshire Dates 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential Website www.harper-adams.ac.uk/summerschool/

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Hereford College of Arts Keele University

“It was a lot of fun and a very good experience. “I loved the independence and It was nice to meet students who were currently actually getting down and creating!” studying at Keele and also meet other sixth form students who were interested in HE”.

UniFest event Overview Overview UniFest events ● Equidistant to Bristol and Birmingham and close to ● As the largest university campus in the UK, Keele Art, Design and Media Worcester, Hereford College of Arts is one of the few provides Summer School attendees with a real campus UniFest 1 Summer School remaining specialist arts colleges in the country. experience. It has over 700 acres of greenery and 10 YEAR 10 Code: KEE/009 ● It offers a range of specialist Art, Design and Media woodland. 11 YEAR 11 Code: KEE/124 12 YEAR 12 Code: HCA/234 courses at Higher and Further Education levels ● Keele not only offers all the subjects that you study at Location including Foundation Diploma, Performing Arts and school but also many that you don’t! These include the Location Hereford College of Arts, Hereford Music at Level 3. rapidly growing Science and Health subjects. Keele University ● The College boasts a range of specialist workshops ● There is a whole range of new academic buildings Dates Dates including ceramics, textiles, print, jewellery, across campus; including a groundbreaking new 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Non-Residential 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential photography and 3D workshops, plus professional sustainable ‘wet laboratory’. Websites Website suites for media and digital arts and a theatre for ● Keele boasts six separate halls of residence blocks www.hca.ac.uk performing arts. spread across campus, most with en suite rooms and www.summerschool.keelelink.co.uk ● Hereford College of Arts attracts students from all over kitchen facilities with social areas attached to each hall. the country wanting to study in a smaller institution ● There is a 21st century sports hall, with 36 different UniFest 2 with a strong spirit of community where the ratio of sports played on campus on a near daily basis, Keele students to tutors is high and support is a solid is being considered to host an Olympic Team for the 12 YEAR 12 Code: KEE/235 foundation to success at every level. 2012 Games. Location ● If you are practically minded, passionate about the arts ● Keele has almost everything a student could need right Keele University and keen to learn more, you will thrive and enjoy on campus; supermarket, bookshop, hairdressers, leisure Dates working in a demanding but informal and creative centre, restaurants and gig venues. 20th July 2011 – 22nd July 2011 Residential environment at HCA. ● Keele holds a tradition in offering students a diverse Websites ● Students will meet at the HCA Main Campus on Folly Lane range of subject choices through the ‘dual honours’ www.summerschool.keelelink.co.uk before going to their courses at the Media Arts Centre and degree format. From Music and Forensics Science to the Art & Design Campus. Chemistry and English, Keele believes that students should have more choice over what they study. ● The relaxed and ‘green’ feel to campus is ideal for those who like a smaller community atmosphere with everything in one place. Students who enjoy exploring the local area will also find Keele well placed, as it is a short trip from Newcastle under Lyme and Stoke on Trent City centre, and also only a 45 minute drive from both Birmingham and Manchester.

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Kidderminster Newman College University College

“I have had a wonderful stay here at Newman. I have “Course was really good, would have loved the course to met lots of new friends and have had a fab tutor who be longer than 3 days, so I could have more studio time”. listens and helps you with things that you’re stuck on. Many thanks. I would hope to come next year”.

UniFest event Overview Overview UniFest events ● The Kidderminster College campus is situated within ● Small campus located in the suburbs of south west Music Production the busy town centre with Kidderminster train station a Birmingham, only a short journey from the city centre Creative Arts Summer School 5-minute walk from the College. Worcester is only a and close to motorway links. Small student numbers short train journey away, with regular trains also provide students with a friendly community feel and 10 YEAR 10 Code: NEW/011 10 YEAR 10 Code: KID/010 arriving from Birmingham every 30 minutes. the staff to student ratio is excellent. 11 YEAR 11 Code: NEW/125 ● The Creative Industries department has a vast number ● Newman was No1 for student satisfaction in the 2009 Location of facilities including a large performance theatre, a Guardian University Guide. Location Kidderminster College Newman University College, Birmingham dance studio, art and design studios and a film studio. ● Newman was originally founded as a catholic teacher Dates ● The Music Section has two state-of-the-art recording training college, now with University College status Dates 25th July 2011 – 27th July 2011 Non-Residential studios, a specific music performance area, 5 music Newman delivers a range of degree courses as well as 17th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential Websites rehearsal rooms and three music production suites with teacher training. Website www.kidderminster.ac.uk 70+ Apple Mac computers with industry-standard ● It has a fitness suite, squash courts and sports hall as www.newman.ac.uk www.myspace.com/urbanandelectronicmusic music software. well as a new all weather sports pitch on campus. There ● Kidderminster College has a strong history within a are a wide variety of sports clubs and societies. variety of creative subjects.The facilities allow students ● There are over 200 single rooms in the student Sports Studies to develop various musical, technical and creative skills, accommodation. ● assisted by a dedicated team of industry-experienced Key specialisms and strengths include teacher training, 10 YEAR 10 Code: NEW/012 staff and external music professionals. sports studies, creative arts, geography and early years. ● This event is validated by the University of Worcester. ● 95% of Newman graduates are in employment or 11 YEAR 11 Code: NEW/126 further study. Location Newman University College, Birmingham Dates 17th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential Website www.newman.ac.uk

Routes into Teaching

12 YEAR 12 Code: NEW/236 Location Newman University College, Birmingham Dates 17th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential Website www.newman.ac.uk

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Staffordshire University College University Birmingham

“I think it’s been really good and helped me to meet “Thanks, it’s been very useful for me. loads of new people. I feel more confident now”. I’m now much clearer about the future!”

UniFest events Overview Overview UniFest events ● Staffordshire University has a range of high quality ● The University College Birmingham is located in the Uni-Life Experience: courses across arts, media, design, business, law, centre of the city just a few minutes walk away from all Salon & Spa Management Try it, you’ll like it! computing, computer games design, engineering, major travel network links. It has a number of sites and technology, health, sports and sciences. excellent accommodation. Britain's second city is full 10 YEAR 10 Code: UCB/014 10 YEAR 10 Code: STA/013 ● The ‘world of work’ facilities include a professionally- of energy and life. As a leading centre for business, 11 YEAR 11 Code: UCB/128 equipped TV centre, multimedia newsroom, crime scene entertainment and sport, it has an international 11 YEAR 11 Code: STA/127 house, film theatre, drama studios, specialist reputation and can offer something for everyone. 12 YEAR 12 Code: UCB/244 laboratories and two sports centres. ● Facilities at UCB are some of the best of their type in Location Location ● Staffordshire University is rated a top 25 university for the UK. For example, hospitality facilities to rival some University College Birmingham Stoke on Trent graduate-level employment. of the most exclusive restaurants and also the £8m Dates Dates ● The university organises work placements for students training facility within the Spa and Salons. There is also 6th July 2011 – 8th July 2011 Residential 5th July 2011 – 7th July 2011 Residential and there are various extra-curricular opportunities a multi-gym, dance studio and fitness assessment suite. Website on offer. ● University College Birmingham is an internationally Website www.ucb.ac.uk www.staffs.ac.uk/summerschool ● There are two modern, well-equipped main campuses renowned specialist institution and is proud of its in Stafford and Stoke-on-Trent. status as an accredited college of the University of Birmingham - which awards its degree programmes. Skills for Careers in the 12 YEAR 12 ● Courses focus on the vocational aspects of the subject Hospitality Industry Location and students of all abilities study there. Professional Stoke on Trent staff are available along the way to assist you. UCB 10 YEAR 10 Code: UCB/015 Dates warmly welcomes students from all over the world and 11 28th June 2011 – 30th June 2011 Residential has a diverse and vibrant student body. YEAR 11 Code: UCB/129 Website 12 YEAR 12 Code: UCB/245 www.staffs.ac.uk/summerschool Location Business Code: STA/237 University College Birmingham Computer Games Development Code: STA/238 Dates Health Code: STA/239 18th July 2011 – 20th July 2011 Residential Law Code: STA/240 Media and Journalism Code: STA/241 Website Science Code: STA/242 www.ucb.ac.uk Sport Code: STA/243

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University University of Birmingham of Warwick

“It was one of the best experiences ever, and “They [the academic sessions] were all so enjoyable and it would recommend UniFest to anyone”. gives you a really good insight into the possible courses you could attend. Everyone was really friendly as well!”

UniFest events Overview Overview UniFest event ● Being a campus university, all the facilities are on the ● The University of Warwick campus has twice been Uni Experience same site creating a community atmosphere. It is only 3 voted the best campus in the UK and is continually Experience Warwick Location miles to the city centre with excellent rail and bus links. developing. It’s a lively, cosmopolitan place with its own – Summer 2011 Edgbaston, Birmingham ● About £1 million every week is spent on campus shops, banks, bars and restaurants. Dates facilities which are located across 276 acres of parkland. ● There is a great sense of community at Warwick; the 10 YEAR 10 Code: UOW/016 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential ● There are sports facilities for a variety of disciplines campus is home to students and staff from over 120 Location 10 YEAR 10 Code: UOB/004 which has ensured a consistently high ranking in the different countries and from all backgrounds, and University of Warwick, Coventry 17th July 2011 – 19th July 2011 Residential British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) league; is a great resource for the local community with Dates 10 YEAR 10 Code: UOB/005 a botanic garden, art gallery and the university excellent facilities such as and 12th July 2011 – 14th July 2011 Residential Website collections including African art and manuscripts the University Sports Centre, both of which are open http://www.undergraduate.bham.ac.uk/teachers dating from 1471! There is a multi-faith chaplaincy, IT to the public. Website careers/summerschools.shtml www.warwick.ac.uk facilities with 1,400 PCs available, cafes, bars, shops, 10 ● The University of Warwick is one of the UK’s leading Health and Life Sciences libraries – 2.7 million books and its own train station. universities, with an acknowledged reputation for ● For over 100 years, the University of Birmingham has excellence in research and teaching. Location been leading the way in research and teaching the ● Warwick offers a world class education to those with Edgbaston, Birmingham leaders of tomorrow. The staff and students have made the ability to benefit, regardless of their economic Dates ground-breaking discoveries in areas such as cancer circumstances. Our courses are challenging and 13th July 2011 – 15th July 2011 Residential vaccines and space research. rigorous, guided and inspired by our first class 10 YEAR 10 Code: UOB/002 ● The University of Birmingham is an international academic staff. 17th July 2011 – 19th July 2011 Residential community with 28,000 students from over ● Consistently listed in the top ten in UK university 10 YEAR 10 Code: UOB/003 150 countries. league tables and currently ranked 3rd in Website ● There is a wide range of courses and lots of student and 8th in Good University Guide, it has been http://www.undergraduate.bham.ac.uk/teachers support including finance, welfare and careers advice, the top university in the Midlands for the past 10 years. careers/summerschools.shtml counselling, and support for students with disabilities. Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM)

11 YEAR 11 Code: UOB/120 Location Edgbaston, Birmingham Dates 19th July 2011 – 22nd July 2011 Residential Website http://www.undergraduate.bham.ac.uk/teachers careers/summerschools.shtml

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University of University Wolverhampton of Worcester

“It was a great experience.I have learnt a “Amazing experience. Thank you. I have made so many lot about university and where it can take new friends and my self-esteem has gone up”. me. I have also learned about different subjects that are available. I feel a lot more confident now than I did before I came”.

UniFest event Overview Overview UniFest events ● The University has four campuses with facilities tailored ● The University of Worcester sits amidst an idyllic Summer School: Lights, to courses, such as mock law courts, psychology labs, a parkland campus in the beautiful historic cathedral Drama & Performance Music, Action! forensic science ‘crime scene’ and computer game city of Worcester. Summer School testing spaces. ● A rapidly developing modern institution with a warm, Location ● The state of the art Technology Centre with excellent friendly atmosphere, the University of Worcester is 11 YEAR 11 Code: WOR/131 Arena Theatre & City Campus, Wolverhampton teaching and learning facilities, includes a Virtual developing a range of new facilities including new eco- 12 YEAR 12 Code: WOR/247 Dates Design centre used to simulate environments. It is the halls - environmentally friendly student Location 26th June 2011 – 28th June 2011 Residential only purpose built facility of its kind within the West accommodation, new innovative City Centre Campus University of Worcester – St John’s Campus 10 YEAR 10 Code: WLV/017 Midlands region. development putting the University at the heart of the ● Dates Wolverhampton is one of the most cost-friendly places local community, a brand new library facility right in 10th July 2011 – 14th July 2011 Residential 28th June 2011 – 30th June 2011 Residential for students to live in the UK. It has a diverse range of the city centre and a state of the art sports and events 10 YEAR 10 Code: WLV/018 Website cultural venues, nightlife and sporting facilities. facility – the Worcester Arena. www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool ● 91% of students go into employment or further study. ● The university enjoys an excellent reputation Website: www.wlv.ac.uk/scp ● Students rate the university highly for the support it for provision in several subject areas, including Health & Wellbeing offers them. sports science & coaching , drama & performance, ● The university has strengths in learning, teaching, health & wellbeing and education. Summer School ● research and business. The university also has an excellent record for 11 YEAR 11 Code: WOR/130 ● Students have the opportunity to apply their skills employability amongst its graduates, with some during their course, via work placements and of the highest ratings in the region for graduate 12 YEAR 12 Code: WOR/246 volunteering opportunities. employability. Location ● Graduates will be digitally literate, knowledgeable and University of Worcester – St John’s Campus enterprising, with a range of skills applicable to the Dates global market. 26th June 2011 – 30th June 2011 Residential Website www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool Sports Science Summer School

11 YEAR 11 Code: WOR/132 12 YEAR 12 Code: WOR/248 Location University of Worcester – St John’s Campus Dates 24th July 2011 – 28th July 2011 Residential Website www.worc.ac.uk/summerschool

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Frequently Asked Questions

Parents/Carers Young People “Was the most enjoyable few days How much will Where will my signs at the start of their event. If they Will I have to do Will I need to because I have met break the code discussions take place, it cost? child be staying? and if things can’t be agreed a decision real work? bring money and some lovely people, is made about whether the student have met up with UniFest is FREE. If the UniFest event is residential your UniFest is not like school. It is your how much? If you do have to pay should be sent home. You will be kept them twice since for travel to an event the university or child will stay at the university or chance to see what student life and informed throughout. You can take a small amount of money college will send you full details of how college, in halls of residence, just like study is all about...so YES you will be UniFest and it for snacks/drinks but you will be to claim it back. real students. CRB approved staff and expected to take part in all planned made me realise Here are some of the comments made responsible for it at all times. students also stay overnight to sessions, but the universities and what university by parents from previous events: Why do you need supervise things. colleges will make it exciting and involves and what interesting. OK, but what qualifications you to know about What if my child do the people need to apply. my education becomes ill? “My daughter Will I be with my who’ve done Really want to do and work had in her words friends? it again☺” We will contact you, using the details ‘..a fabulous time, it think? you have provided on the Often friends from the school or college background? wish it was for Here are some of the comments made application/consent form. It is go to the same events, but a big part of The government pays for these events longer, and if I get by young people from previous events: important that you tell us if these UniFest is meeting new people and so that young people whose change before the event. the chance I would making new friends...just like students parents/carers have not been to love to return next starting at university do. DON’T university or who do not have year!’. The WORRY! Everyone feels a little nervous, “It was a very professional jobs can find out more How can I experience has but university staff and students will interactive and about higher education. Statistics contact my child? been truly help break the ice, and most people end interesting show that young people from these up with lots of new friends. experience that has backgrounds are much less likely to go You will be given emergency contact inspiring for her, into higher education and the details for the university or college in with her gaining let me make new professions. the run up to the event. Students can a good insight into What sort of friends and grow in take mobile phones but do so at their university life, and clothes should confidence. The Will my child own risk, and they will have to be she has returned I wear? experience has made turned off during planned sessions. with much needed me feel more be safe? Casual clothes are appropriate for most confident in the uni valuable of the time. You may want to take YES - all the activities that your child What will my information to help sportswear and something a little sphere and the will take part in are fully risk assessed. smarter for evening activities. mentors have helped Your child will be supervised by child need to her with future decisions. She also to dispel any qualified staff and trained students all bring? apprehensions of whom have been checked by the met some very nice Where will I eat? Themselves! The universities will give Criminal Records Bureau (CRB). Most students, who she especially because you details of the type and amount of All your meals will be provided. universities and colleges only allow they are so friendly clothing and other personal belongings is keen to keep in You will eat in the university unsupervised time for yr 12 students and interesting”. they will need. contact with”. refectories/canteens, or have packed and even then they are not allowed to lunches if you are out on an activity. leave the University campus. Security (2010) staff are on hand at all times of the What happens night and day. “UniFest was absolutely amazing. It was if my child so interesting - the whole university misbehaves? experience. I would recommend going to The universities and colleges issue a anyone because I had such a fantastic time!” code of conduct which each student

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Jargon Buster

Professionals Which learners Some events are outcomes for their applicants. The FE (Further Education) Halls/Halls of Residence universities and colleges get in touch should I in term-time. with applicants in the run up to the This is education which comes after Where students live in their first year encourage Why should events, and Aimhigher will keep you your GCSEs, so from the age of 16. This at university, located on or near the informed of any changes or other can include A-S Levels, A-Levels, university campus. to apply? applicants miss important information. Advanced GNVQ’s/AVCE, National and Foundation Diplomas. Lecture You will probably know the learners you school or think would benefit most from UniFest, college? What do other HE (Higher Education) One method used at universities to and the Aimhigher partnership in your professionals teach students. A lecture is when area will help you identify those that This is because universities and Higher Education follows on from FE students assemble in a room and take meet disadvantage criteria. Remember colleges often have other activities think about it? and offers a range of advanced courses notes on what their tutor says. such as conferences during the holiday for those who wish to further their that high priority is given to learners Here are just some of the comments period. If UniFest events clash with education and their prospects in the with disabilities and / or learning made by the teachers and lecturers Seminar activities at your school or college job market. They consist of Honours difficulties and young people in the care of UniFest attendees: system. And please try to encourage please consider what is in the best degrees, Foundation degrees, Higher Another method of university teaching. male students to apply....in 2010 65% of interest of the young person...a UniFest National Diplomas and Certificates In a seminar, students get the chance applicants were female! event may be more helpful than a work (HND, HNC) and Diplomas of Higher to do the talking and become actively “Two of my students involved in the subject discussion. experience placement for a learner have been on their Education. They are normally taken who is not considering employment from the age of 18+. There are lots of other ways to learn Is there any summer schools and I too, including tutorials, laboratory work, at 16 or 19. just wanted to let you flexibility on know how much they University/Uni field studies. Sometimes students Will I have enjoyed them. Both of work together on tasks, sometimes age groups? them had a fantastic A place where you can study a HE on their own. Each event is designed to be age to arrange time and felt they really course. You can also study for them at a appropriate and some are open to transport for benefited from the Higher Education college or a specialist Students’ Union young people from different Year experience and they will college and in addition, many FE An organisation run by students for Groups. However, many are age- my learners? definitely be considering colleges also run HE courses. students. It consists of many services specific and it is important learners university in the future. No. Learners and their parent/carers and facilities, including bars, only apply to events advertised for the One in particular, was Undergraduate apply for UniFest events. Teachers and restaurants, clubs and societies, and Year Group they are in at the time of very nervous before the college lecturers support this, but the Means a student, usually aged between these are usually cheaper than similar applying. event but she was universities make all other greeted on arrival by a 18-21, who is currently studying for a service providers off campus. They also arrangements directly with applicants member of staff who degree. However, it’s also worth offer a variety of support services. What should and their families. The event listings helped her settle in knowing that many adults over 21 also (pages 8 to 49) details each universities’ straight away and she go to university. Student Mentors/Ambassador/Helpers I put in my transport and hand-over arrangement. was able to relax and supporting enjoy the summer Campus These are current students who are What happens school. So a big thank studying at university, and who will be statement? you to you and the This is where the university is situated there alongside you during your entire Include any information on the young after learners UniFest team for and where you will spend most of your stay at your UniFest event. You can ask person’s background that shows how apply? organising these time learning. them anything about university and you think attending will benefit them. excellent events for the can be sure that they will give you an If a young person you are working with We will write to all applicants in late young people.” honest answer. does not meet our targeting criteria April 2011, to let them know which Local authority mentor they may still be given a place if you event they have been allocated to. We working with young can demonstrate they have an will also provide every school and people in care. exceptional level of need. college with a report listing the

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...in the West Midlands

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