CORE OFFER PROGRAMME
Y9-13
Core programme of activity taking place for schools and colleges targeted by the NCOP programme between now and July 2017.
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Introduction Greater Manchester Higher is a collaborative network of higher education providers in Greater Manchester who are working together to provide high quality, impartial information, advice and guidance about higher education, with the aim of increasing awareness and raising ambitions amongst talented learners in Greater Manchester. Greater Manchester Higher will be delivering the HEFCE funded National Collaborative Outreach Programme (NCOP) in Greater Manchester. The aim of the programme is to work towards the Government’s goal of doubling participation in Higher Education amongst disadvantaged groups by 2020. The programme is highly targeted, working with learners in Y9–13 from electoral wards where participation is lower than expected based on key stage 4 attainment. For more information about NCOP please visit: www.hefce.ac.uk/sas/ncop/ The following booklet outlines the core programme of activity taking place for schools and colleges targeted by the NCOP programme between now and July 2017. Events are listed by provider rather than by theme.
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The Manchester College Health, Public and Social Services Industry Taster Day TMC Openshaw Campus TBC – June
Creative and Digital Media Industry Taster Day TMC Fielden Campus TBC – June
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 70
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60
This day provides an insight to various roles and employment opportunities in the health and public sector industry. Pupils will take part in workshops with current HE tutors, who have all worked previously in industry, along with alumni who are working in industry. These workshops will allow pupils to explore lesser known job roles within these areas and learn about different pathways to them. The workshops are practical and involve specialist equipment. There will be a Q&A session at the end of the day, where students will have the opportunity to ask any questions. Lunch on the day will also be provided.
This day provides an insight to various roles and employment opportunities in the creative and digital media industry. Pupils will take part in workshops with current HE tutors, who all have industry experience. These practical workshops will allow pupils to take part in activities related to film and tv production, graphic design for marketing products, photography and broadcasting. These workshops will give an insight into the types of briefs and projects that current HE students work on in this area. There will be a Q&A session at the end of the day, where students will have the opportunity to ask any questions. Lunch on the day will also be provided.
Booking reference: TMC03
Booking reference: TMC04
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HE Preparation Event TMC Openshaw Campus TBC – June
HE Student Showcase TMC Openshaw Campus 06/06/2017
Year Group: 13 Number of places available: 50
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 150
Let’s celebrate!
This interactive IAG event, offers students the opportunity to learn about a wide range of vocational HE courses an curriculum areas. All areas will be holding activities that students can get involved in i.e. mock court case, fitness tests, make up classes, plus exhibitions of HE work in the form of fashion shows and stalls. These activities will give students the opportunity to find out about the type of work that HE students study, as part of these courses. The students will be able to ask questions and gain advice and information from both HE tutors and HE students. There will also be talks happening in the lecture theatre on HE issues such as applying for HE, Student Finance etc.
Students are preparing to make the transition from FE to HE. Did you know that 8 out of 10 students are worried about moving into HE, which can result in students dropping out. At the HE Preparation Event, students from around Greater Manchester will be inspired and motivated to progress into their chosen HE option. During the event we will showcase key FE achievements from across Manchester colleges and 6th Forms as part of a small graduation celebration. On the day there will be a motivational and inspirational guest speaker who will take about how HE will have a positive impact on their life. Students can attend “skills” workshops to gain the skills required to study in HE – these will include study tips, stress release techniques and workshops on to how to deal with new social situations, how to improve communication skills and how to improve resilience.
Booking reference: TMC05
In addition we will provide food and drink to all attendees. This event is a must for students who are thinking about HE. Booking reference: TMC06
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Y10 Campus Visit TMC Openshaw Campus 07/06/2017 Year Group: 10 Number of places available: 60 This visit provides learners with the opportunity to visit a HE campus and gain an insight into student life. Pupils will participate in a classroom based workshop, campus tour and a practical activity. Throughout the visit, they will explore the range of options available within higher education and gain an insight into the social aspects of student life and the facilities and support available, including an introduction to the social side of HE and age-appropriate information about student finance. Pupils will work closely with current students from across the partnership to obtain first-hand information about studying at a higher level. Booking reference: TMC07
Y9 Campus Visit TMC Openshaw Campus 15/05/2017 Year Group: 9 Number of places available: 60 This one day event is designed to give Y9 learners an opportunity to reflect on their options for the future, in advance of choosing their GCSE options. Learners will examine the implication of their choices and how these influence their future. The event includes a workshop, campus tour and the opportunity to speak with current undergraduate students from the various higher education providers. The pupils will also see a drama performance from the performing arts group 2Engage as part of the day. Booking reference: TMC08
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University of Salford Explore Salford: Geography University of Salford 23/05/2017 Year Group: 10 Number of places available: 40 Hands-on experience enabling students to learn about both physical and human geography. From getting to grips with how to control river systems with a flume system and drones to learning about food security and how to manage cities through a board game, there will be plenty of interactive events on offer. Booking reference: UOS01
Explore Salford: English University of Salford 24/05/2017 Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40 Taster sessions in both English Language and Literature enabling learners to find out about the different approaches to studying English, how important it is to develop their own writing skills and some of the key skills involved in analysing texts. Booking reference: UOS02
Explore Salford: Creative Writing University of Salford 25/05/2017 Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40 Taster sessions in both writing poetry and fiction. In these sessions, learners will learn some basic skills to improve their own creative writing, as well as exploring some of the key ideas around developing characters within fiction. Ideal for learners who love fiction and/or poetry, creative thinkers and those with a passion for storytelling. Booking reference: UOS03
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Explore Salford: Society – Riot! University of Salford 07/06/2017 Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40 This taster day will explore a powerful and infamous instance of street-level disobedience – the riots of 2011 which took place not only in London, but on our doorstep here in Salford and Manchester. Learners will analyse the 2011 riots by engaging in hands-on activities working with eye-witness accounts, reports, and media coverage – just like social scientists do. Ideal for: learners with an interest in how society works, debating current issues and defending arguments Booking reference: UOS04
Explore Salford: Sound University of Salford 13/06/2017
Explore Salford: Healthcare University of Salford 14/06/2017
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 30
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40
Exploring Sound will involve demonstrations and experiments involving acoustics and audio. By the end of the session learners will have a better idea of how sound behaves in nature and how we can capture and manipulate sound for various purposes. The session will entail some of our state of the art labs including recording studios, anechoic chamber, surround sound studios, and reverberant chamber. Having completed our Exploring Sound session you will definitely hear the world differently!
Healthcare is one of the most challenging and rewarding careers that people can go into. In this session, learners will use our state of the art simulation suites, which closely replicate a real hospital environment, to learn essential clinical skills. This session is ideal for those considering a career in healthcare and related fields. Booking reference: UOS06
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Explore Salford: Geography University of Salford 16/06/2017 Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40 Hands-on experience enabling students to learn about both physical and human geography. From getting to grips with how to control river systems with a flume system and drones to learning about food security and how to manage cities through a board game, there will be plenty of interactive events on offer. Booking reference: UOS07
Explore Salford: Sport and Exercise University of Salford 19/06/2017 Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40 ‘Bruising, balance and blu tack – the road to recovery following a sporting ankle injury’. The session comprises an interactive tour of the anatomy of the ankle, mechanisms of injury, functional deficits and the amazing powers of human recovery back to Sport. The role of Sports Rehabilitation therapists and Physiotherapists is explored with a view to gaining wider appreciation of what their training involves as well as career opportunities.
Explore Salford: Law University of Salford On request Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40 Explore the career opportunities which Law can lead on to and look in depth into to the recent driverless taxi crash to highlight legal issues around driverless cars. Booking reference: UOS09
Booking reference: UOS08
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Explore Salford: Maths University of Salford On request Year Group: 9/10/11/12 Number of places available: 30 This session will see participants completing a Maths Roadshow, solving a series of fun and interactive maths-based puzzles. Learners will practice essential mathematics skills while learning more about how maths is taught at university and the career opportunities available to maths graduates. Booking reference: UOS10
Explore Salford: Business University of Salford On request
Explore Salford: Physics University of Salford TBC
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40 Interested in a future career in business? This day will provide an insight into the skills and opportunities a degree in business can lead onto through a series of interactive activities.
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 40 Sessions are available in one of three Physics related activities. Choose from: Solar Car Race Challenge where learners build and race a solar powered vehicle; Vacuum – How it Rules your Life – demonstrations and examples of the history of vacuum science that has led to the TV and iPad; Hydrogen and the Hydrogen Economy – session includes hands-on demonstrations of hydrogen generation and conversion.
Booking reference: UOS11
Booking reference: UOS12
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University of Manchester Year 12 Investment Challenge University of Manchester 29/06/2017 and 30/06/2017 Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 160–180 across 2 days The Investment Challenge is a fast-moving business simulation for Y12 learners. The challenge involves students trading on the financial markets as part of a competitive group learning experience. An academic workshop, campus tour and presentation introducing the Business School’s degree programmes complete the event. We deliver these events across two consecutive days to enable more students to attend (160–180 in total). The events aim to develop students’ awareness of Higher Education opportunities and career options as well supporting the development of their employability skills. The simulations are designed to support students’ work in Economics, Business and Applied Maths and meet the criteria for STEM enrichment and enhancement activities. Participation includes a free site licence of the Global Investor Simulations. Booking reference: UOM02
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Year 10 Stock Market Challenge University of Manchester 21/06/2017 Year Group: 10 Number of places available: 125 The Stock Market Challenge is a one day event for 25 teams of five Y10 pupils from schools across the region. The project is delivered in partnership with HSBC and Global Investor Simulations. Each participating school receives a free licence of the Global Investor resource. The event directly supports learning within several areas of curriculum, including Applied Maths, Economics and Business Studies. It also specifically meets the criteria for STEM enrichment and enhancement activities. At the event and with their use of the Global Investor resource in-school, students will develop their skills of communication, using mathematics and using ICT, and the key skills of problem-solving, self-management and working with others – all of which are key employability skills highly valued by employers across many industry sectors. Booking reference: UOM03
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Campus visits University of Manchester On request Year Group: 9–10 Number of places available: As required – max 100 on each visit The visit will take place between 11am and 1pm and feature the following activities: • Welcome presentation • Student ambassador Q&A session • Campus tour The welcome presentation provides information relating to higher education in general, why people go to university and how decisions your pupils make at this stage of their education will impact their future, as well as giving an insight into student life. The campus tour includes our Students’ Union, The University of Manchester Library, the Old Quadrangle (the oldest part of the University), some of our teaching buildings and the Manchester Aquatics Centre. Content can be tailored as school requests. Booking reference: UOM04
Greater Manchester High Achievers’ Partnership Loreto College Contact for further information Year Group: 10–11 Number of places available: 15–20 per school GMHAP aims to provide opportunities for high achieving pupils to engage in a range of activities which will stretch and challenge them academically, broaden their horizons, raise aspirations and inspire them to achieve their full potential. Students will take part in a range of subject-specific masterclasses based at Loreto College with higher education IAG provided by the University of Manchester. Booking reference: UOM05
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Community Festival University of Manchester 16/06/2017 Year Group: All ages (including parents/carers) Number of places available: 50 places per coach Come and experience our free Community Festival packed with fun family-friendly interactive activities. We are throwing open our doors for our local neighbours to discover the variety of things we do. Join us for a fun-filled day of hands-on activities, including: live experiments, interactive demonstrations, musical and dramatic performances, the chance to meet our staff and scientists, behind the scenes tours, workshops and much, much more! Researchers from the University of Manchester are involved in all sorts of work. At our Community Festival you can get hands-on and get involved. Booking reference: UOM07
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University of Bolton Year 12 Sport Taster Days University of Bolton TBC (w/c 15th May) Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60 per day, 2 days Visit days to include: Enrichment sessions related to sports, fitness, nutrition and sports rehabilitation. Campus tour and chance to see subject specific equipment labs. Active sessions at partner sporting arena. A chance to see what it is like to study sports subjects, speak to current students and understand related careers. Booking reference: UOB01
Creative Show – Artistic Industries – Taster Days University of Bolton TBC (w/c 12th June)
Business Enterprise Challenge Days University of Bolton TBC (w/c 6th June)
Year Group: 10–12 Number of places available: 60 per day, 2 days
Year Group: 11 Number of places available: 100 per day, 2 days
Visit Days to link into University Creative Show: Students will take part in hands on workshops but also have the opportunity to view current students work and speak with students in their final year showcases. Information related to cracking into an arts career and general HE info.
Enterprise days to include: Challenge setting in the morning, followed by a series of business related workshops to support students in their tasks. Students will have university experts on hand as mentors all day and will compete in series of mini challenges. Overall winners will be announced in awards ceremony which concludes the day.
Booking reference: UOB02
Booking reference: UOB03
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Discover Healthcare Professions University of Bolton TBC (w/c 17th July) Year Group: 11–12 Number of places available: 60 Discover Healthcare days will include: Chance to participate in hands-on workshops related to dental technology, psychology, nursing and health and social care. Opportunities to speak to current students, tour healthcare related facilities on campus and develop their knowledge of the range of the courses and career options available in this area. Booking reference: UOB04
Creative Industries Futures Day University of Bolton TBC (w/c 19th June)
On Track for Success Summer School University of Bolton 2 3-day sessions in July (w/c 10th July)
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60
Year Group: 9 Number of places available: 40
Creative Industries Futures Days will include the chance to speak to industry experts, lecturers and current students about courses and careers in this area. Hands on activities, portfolio and application advice sessions and a tour of the campus.
On Track For Success Summer School will include: Opportunity to participate in off-site confidence building activities at outdoor education centre. Each evening will include events focused on HE including: aspiration raising and identifying barriers, revision skills, HE pathways workshops and interactive HE focused activities. Students identified will be those who may need additional push to remain on track and focused for their GCSE years.
Booking reference: UOB05
Booking reference: UOB06
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Wigan and Leigh College Year 9 Choices Day Wigan and Leigh College TBC – May Year Group: 9 Number of places available: 60 per day One day event introducing Y9 learners to the decisions that they will make throughout their education and encourages them to reflect on how their GCSE choices could impact on their future. The event includes a workshop, campus quest and the opportunity to speak to with current students from across the partnership. The pupils will also see a drama performance from the performing arts group 2Engage as part of their day. Booking reference: WAL01
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Industry Taster Days Wigan and Leigh College 22/06/2017
2. Performance and Education
Year Group: 11–13 Number of places available: 40 per industry day Taster days to provide learners with the chance to experience first-hand what it is like to study a particular subject in a vocational environment. On the day learners will find out what it would be like to study that course, take part in a sample interactive workshop and do some revision skills. The visits will also include a tour of the campus, an opportunity to meet current students and find out all they want to know about student life. Students will develop a practical understanding of a HE subject area, develop knowledge of the range of courses available within a subject area and make informed decisions about their future.
Venue: Wigan School for the Arts
There are 5 industry days to choose from: 1. Creative Industries
To include Dance and Drama and Music subjects. Booking reference: WAL04
3. Health, Wellbeing and Sport To include Health and Social Care, Spa Foundation and Sports Coaching subjects. Venue: Leigh College & Image Centre, Leigh Booking reference: WAL05
4. Engineering and Construction To include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction and Civil Engineering subjects. Venue: Centre for Construction and Engineering (Pagefield Centre), Wigan Booking reference: WAL06
To include Art and Design, Media, Graphic Design and Fashion and Textiles subjects.
5. Professional
Venue: Wigan School for the Arts
Venue: University Centre, Parson’s Walk, Wigan
Booking reference: WAL03
To include Business, Computing and Travel and Tourism subjects.
Booking reference: WAL07
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Routes to Higher Education Fair Wigan and Leigh College TBC Year Group: 12–13 Number of places available: up to 200 An opportunity for learners to obtain information on all the different options available regarding Higher Education within the Greater Manchester Area. The day will consist of a 20 minute presentation about the routes to HE which will run at intervals throughout the day plus tours of all 3 Wigan campuses. All Greater Manchester Higher university and college partners will be available to provide advice and guidance on courses, so learners can make an informed decision about their future. Booking reference: WAL09
Campus Visit Wigan and Leigh College 15/06/2017 Year Group: 10 Number of places available: 60 per day Day in the Life of a Student – tour of the new University Centre. Booking reference: WAL10
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HE Shadowing Day Wigan and Leigh College On request Year Group: 12–13 Number of places available: 1 per ambassador An opportunity to really spend the day in the life of a HE student. Shadow a HE student throughout their day, participate in lessons, tour the facilities and get involved in student life. Get 1:1 IAG on studying for a HE course. Booking reference: WAL12
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Bury College The HE Experience Bury College TBC – May
Media Make-up Masterclass Bury College TBC – June
Year Group: 9
Year Group: 12
Number of places available: 50
Number of places available: 20 per 1/2 day session. Total 40 per day.
Learners will take a tour of the facilities at Bury College and will be given full information on ‘Student Life’. They will take part in a Greater Manchester Higher Enrichment game to enhance their knowledge on possibilities of gaining a Higher Education qualification. Booking reference: BUR01
The Media Make-up Masterclass is an opportunity for Y12 students interested in this subject area to undertake a HE Level Masterclass. The sessions will highlight the key areas of media styling and special effects Make-up.
Revision and Interview Skills Workshop Bury College TBC
Media Make-up Showcase Bury College TBC – June
Year Group: 11–13 Number of places available: 20 per 1/2 day session. Total 40 per day. These sessions will be run by Graduate Advisors and HE Student Ambassadors and will focus on the key elements of revision, study, CV writing and interview skills and techniques. Booking reference: BUR03
Booking reference: BUR04
Year Group: 9 Number of places available: 20 per 1/2 day session. Total 40 per day. The Media Make-up showcase is an interactive workshop designed to engage Y9 learners and enhance their perception of the beauty industry by highlighting career opportunities within Media Make-up. The sessions will allow for ‘Have a Go’ activities as tutors from the College will demonstrate techniques and special effects on learners. Booking reference: BUR05
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The Enterprise Challenge Bury College TBC – July Year Group: 9 Number of places available: 40 Total The Enterprise Challenge will consist of 4 key sessions in which learners will work through on a carousel basis producing one end product as a result of their project brief. Learners will take part in a awards ceremony at the end of the day to celebrate their achievements throughout the day. Booking reference: BUR06
Apprenticeship Recruitment Event Bury College 12/07/2017 Year Group: 11–12 Number of places available: Unlimited This event will raise learners awareness and aspirations within HE Apprenticeships. The event is employer lead and will give learners an opportunity to gain access to open HE Apprenticeship vacancies. Booking reference: BUR07
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Salford City College Meet your Tutors! Salford City College, FutureSkills, Pendleton and Eccles centres 17/05/17 and 21/06/17 (12 noon until 4.30pm) Year Group: 12–13 Number of places available: 50 at each event For those in Y12 and Y13 and wanting to meet Salford City College’s HE staff team. This event gives you the opportunity to try out HE lessons from Media Make-up to Construction and Accountancy to Health Sciences. You will be given a tour of SCC’s multi-million pound HE learning centres and have the opportunity to work with students from Salford City College.
Campus Tours Salford City College – Across all centres 06/06/17, 13/06/17, 20/06/17, 04/07/17 Year Group: 9–13 Number of places available: 50 at each event Take a tour of SCC with the College’s HE students and staff! Visit all of the College’s HE Centres, state of the art workshops and newly launched million pound digital learning zones. Whilst on tour soak up our bustling atmosphere and find out what HE life at SCC is really like. Booking reference: SCC02
Booking reference: SCC01
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Higher Apprenticeships Fair Salford City College – FutureSkills Centre 27/06/2017 (2pm until 5pm) Year Group: 10–13 Number of places available: 250 Visit FutureSkills @MediaCityUK and find out about the latest higher apprenticeship opportunities across Greater Manchester and beyond. Meet employers, attend sessions on CV building and interview techniques to name a few, and tour all SCC has to offer! Booking reference: SCC03
HE Experience Days Salford City College – Across all centres w/c 19/06/2017 and w/c 26/06/2017 – ALL WEEK Year Group: 10 Number of places available: 200 Experience HE at SCC by studying subjects close to your heart. Find out what it is like to learn locally, in smaller class sizes, as opposed to the hustle and bustle of larger universities. Understand how your degree will be validated, explore courses and pathways to HE that you never knew existed, whilst learning about what employers support us and our students to make your CV stand out in the crowd upon graduation.
HE Preparation Day Salford City College – Across all centres 28/06/2017 (12 noon until 4.30pm) Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60 Worried about the next steps to uni? Then work with GM Higher at SCC and get yourself ahead of the game and place all of your concerns to one side. Don’t worry … we can aim higher together! Booking reference: SCC05
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Royal Northern College of Music Performing Arts Careers Day RNCM 29/06/2017 Year Group: 10–13 Number of places available: 500 This is a one-day conference at the RNCM for up to 500 students in Y10 to Y13 who are interested following a career in Theatre, Music, Dance and Music Theatre. It will also cover related careers such as costume design, sound, stage management, lighting, and production management. The day will include visiting speakers from major Performing Arts institutions such as LIPA, RADA, Central and Trinity Laban. It will also include workshops in areas such as choosing where to study and how to prepare for an audition, as well as performances from RNCM students. The day is designed to raise awareness of careers in the performing arts and appropriate routes through HE. Booking reference: RNCM01
Take to the Stage RNCM May – July 2017 Year Group: 10–13 Number of places available: 50 Take to the Stage is three-month evening programme of skills training in singing, acting and dance for up to 50 students from Y10 to Y13. The students will be mentored by RNCM students and will work alongside industry professionals from directors and choreographers to lighting, costume and set designers. The course will culminate in a full-scale musical theatre production. Throughout the course we will provide training and experience for students interested in musical theatre performance or theatre production. We will raise awareness of career progression and provide opportunities for interested students to act as assistants to the professionals and get direct experience of specific roles, for example Assistant Director and Assistant Stage Manager. For those that wish, the project can lead to a second performance opportunity during the next academic year. Note: Schools nominate students who will then attend the course in their own time. Booking reference: RNCM02
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How to get into Pop Music RNCM May – July 2017 Year Group: 9–11 Number of places available: 30 How to get into Pop Music is a twomonth evening programme of training for up to 30 Y9–Y11 pupils with potential in vocals, keyboard, guitar, bass guitar and drums. The students will be mentored by RNCM students following the new RNCM Popular Music degree and will work alongside industry professionals, from performers to sound engineers, event organisers and promoters. This will include opportunities for interested students to act as assistants to the professionals and get direct experience of specific roles. This course is designed to increase the skills of talented popular music performers in local schools by offering a programme of mentoring with RNCM Popular Music students, and training from specialist staff. It will also raise awareness of career progression, including interview and audition process. Note: Schools nominate students who will then attend the course in their own time. Booking reference: RNCM03
Young Explorers Concert RNCM 18/06/2017 Year Group: 7–11 Number of places available: 400 This is a concert for up to 400 pupils from Y7–Y11 designed to support curriculum music and link to BBC Ten Pieces. It will feature music from West Side Story by Bernstein, and also The Firebird by Stravinsky. The concert will be preceded by a morning workshop for all participants in which they will learn about being an orchestral music and pathways to studying music at university. It will also include information on related careers in concert management, stage management and arts administration. After the concert there will be an opportunity to speak to players and try any featured orchestral instrument. This concert is designed to raise awareness of careers in orchestral music, concert production, and music within the curriculum. It will also to provide an opportunity to meet with and talk to music students, learn about university life and sample a range of orchestral instruments. Booking reference: RNCM04
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Campus visits RNCM On request Year Group: 9–13 Number of places available: As required Campus visits at the RNCM involve your students working alongside RNCM students and staff to encourage university application and talk about student life. The visits last for half a day and include advice on student finance, how to decide where to study, studying in Manchester and how going to university will impact your future. Also included is a tour of the RNCM, including the Halls of Residence, library and lecture rooms. Though these are general university days, we can include a free lunchtime or evening concert performance if you wish. This can be anything from a Symphony Orchestra to Big Band or Session Orchestra. Booking reference: RNCM05
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University Campus Oldham Options – Campus Event ‘Wise Choices’ University Campus Oldham 07/06/2017 and 08/06/2017 Year Group: 9 Number of places available: 60 This event is for Y9 learners who will be considering their GCSE options. Dig a little into the entry requirements of most university courses and there, sitting quietly alongside the A-level or other advanced course grades you need, will probably be a section on specific GCSE conditions. In fact, with the recent A-level reforms, HE providers/universities may well use GCSEs more and more when making a decision about your application. ‘Work it back’ session – to realise and reflect on how important GCSE choices are – all learners need the GCSE in order to take the A-level, to then meet the university course requirements! Other presentations and workshops on the day include: • Choices made by recent Graduates/Ambassadors • Campus Tour • Performance by 2Engage – a fun and engaging show to complement the decision making process. • Encouraging and motivating young people to consider their future & possible careers. • Support learners to make a well informed & realistic decision • Signpost sources of advice. Question and answers sessions – by Graduate Advisors and Student Ambassadors Lunch and refreshments will be provided Booking reference: UCO01
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Compare the Campus event University Campus Oldham TBC Year Group: 10–13 Number of places available: 45 The day starts at University Campus Oldham – with a student life/university guide presentation followed by a tour and showcasing of the facilities on offer. The tour will also highlight the benefits of studying on their doorstep and its working styles as a small campus. After lunch our learners are given the opportunity to compare UCO to bigger university campuses – a coach pick up from UCO going onto another university for a campus quest and the opportunity to speak to more student ambassadors. Booking reference: UCO02
‘Ready, Steady… Gear up for HE’ Day University Campus Oldham TBC Year Group: 12–13 Number of places available: 60 This event will help learners enhance their academic skills and gear up for HE study. Expert lecturers from the Academic Success Centre will offer advice and guidance on how to make the most of your studies including: • strengthen your research • problem solving • time-management • study skills • academic writing style • structure your work appropriately • construct arguments • gain confidence in referencing • finding and evaluating information • how to improve grades • preparing for exams Also a student life, budgeting and finance workshop Booking reference: UCO03
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Y12 Taster Day – Sports and Exercise University Campus Oldham TBC Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60 The study of Sport and Exercise Science is an exacting but rewarding pursuit appealing to those with an enthusiasm for sport, physical activity and human science. This taster event aims to give learners the chance to experience how sporting performance can be improved to ensure individuals achieve their personal potential, by drawing together the study of physiology, psychology and biomechanics within a sport and exercise context. Furthermore, potential employers are looking for people who have not only good degree results but also wider abilities. To include: • Fitness testing • Academic workshops • Case studies • Guest speakers – Rugby/Football player Booking reference: UCO04
Y12 Taster Day – Business Management University Campus Oldham TBC Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60 A contemporary taster course, which reflects the dynamic business environment and the digital nature of business today with a focus on the employability of graduates, by developing skills such as project management, entrepreneurialism and digital literacy. Students will learn about key transferable skills such as communication, leadership, negotiation and decision making. The programme aims to instil positive work attitudes and ethics into students, by encouraging them to think as managers, rather than students. To include: • Academic workshops • Case studies • Guest speakers Booking reference: UCO05
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Y12 Taster Day – Criminology/Criminal Justice and Law University Campus Oldham TBC Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60 For those who have an enquiring mind and are interested in understanding why criminals commit their crimes, then studying Criminology will develop their understanding of the behavioural, social and psychological aspects of crime. The taster course also goes that bit further and includes talks on criminal justice and criminal law from a lecturer and a solicitor. To include: • Academic workshops • Case studies • Guest speakers – solicitor Booking reference: UCO06
Y12 Taster Day – Health and Social Care University Campus Oldham TBC Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60 This taster provides an opportunity for students to gain knowledge and explore areas of health and social care that would benefit from development. Exploring career options including probation service, management, paramedic, race relations officer, mental health advocate. Also the scope for a future career in areas relevant to health and social care, including nursing and social work. To include: • Academic workshops • Case studies • Guest speakers Booking reference: UCO07
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Y12 Taster Day – Opportunities from a Psychology Degree University Campus Oldham TBC Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60 Employers value the psychological literacy and citizenship components of Psychology degree, such as understanding of human behaviour, effective communication, critical evaluation and research, analysing and presenting information. A psychology degree provides graduates with a range of professional and transferable skills that are valuable in many sectors such as public relations, personnel, advertising, marketing, retail, teaching, social work, finance, politics and sports. The taster day will explore Psychology as a course and the transferable skills gained for future employment. Also an overview of how a Psychology degree can be a stepping stone towards becoming a professional or chartered psychologist. To include: • Academic workshops • Case studies • Guest speakers Booking reference: UCO08
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Manchester Metropolitan University Why Study Languages as part of your University course? Manchester Metropolitan University TBC – June
Interrogate YOUR Creative Future! Manchester Metropolitan University 15/06/2017 and 16/06/2017
Year Group: 10 Number of places available: 60
Year Group: 10–13 Number of places available: 60 Lunch is provided A 1 day visit for up to 60 Y12 students A 1 day visit for Y10-13 pupils to take to motivate them to continue their place during the annual degree shows at studies at university, and the benefits and opportunities of studying a language either Manchester Met. The pupils will work with as a main degree or as an additional subject undergraduate Art and Design Mentors finding out what happens in the Manchester to other degrees. The pupils will get an School of Art and how studying a creative opportunity to practice their languages, degree can open the doors to a bright future! talk to language students, explore their Pupils will act as investigators, detectives and career options and experience a variety reporters; interrogating the Degree Show of cultures in a relaxed, fun setting. to discover the stories behind the work, Booking reference: MMU01 interviewing students, interrogating them about their experiences as undergraduate students, discovering their personal narrative and how they might mirror their own experiences. Pupils will learn how to use the professional recording equipment needed to shoot a film short from Art and Design Mentors. These new found professional recording skills will be used to capture their experiences critiquing the show. After the day, the clips will be collated and edited into a film by an Art School professional and sent back to the schools involved. Booking reference: MMU02
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Toe by Toe Reading Project Manchester Metropolitan University June – July 2017 Year Group: 9 Number of places available: 10 Pupils will be taken through a highly structured, multi-sensory series of tasks, which will provide strategies to help them to improve their decoding skills when reading. The ten Y9 or Y10 pupils, with English as an Additional Language, will be supported over 10 weeks by trained students from Man Met who will and they will receive a reading test prior to commencing the scheme. They will take the reading test again at the end of the scheme, so that we can measure impact. Booking reference: MMU03
Arabic language taster sessions Manchester Metropolitan University On request Year Group: 9–12 Number of places available: 30 This 2 hour Arabic taster session for 20-30 learners at a time (any age from Y9–13) will provide students with the basics of the Arabic writing and language. The tasters will include interactive elements that will bring the language to life, making it easier to grasp and more fun to learn. Booking reference: MMU04
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Numeracy and Maths: Making Students Count Manchester Metropolitan University On request
Developing a professional Social Media Profile Manchester Metropolitan University On request
Year Group: 9–10 Number of places available: 20 pupils per session (5 sessions available)
Year Group: 9–12 Number of places available: 20
This one day session on quantitative maths will shows participants how numbers work. It will be based at the National Football Museum where students will work on several small projects all of which will have a numbers and footballing theme. Challenges will be set and prizes will be given. It is targeted a Y9/10 pupils and will last for 3 hours, with 20 pupils per session (up to 5 dates will be available). By tailoring materials appropriate to their age and study level, the objective of the day is to embed numeracy into everyday applications. The day will be fun and kinetically active to ensure active attention, engagement and inclusion. The day will be complemented by a tour of the Museum. Refreshments will be provided throughout the day. Booking reference: MMU05
The intention of this workshop is to provide advice and guidance to young people about the importance of maintaining a professional online/digital profile. The focus will be on professional platforms, such as LinkedIn, rather than other social media platforms like Twitter. However, these social media platforms will still be discussed, as employers can potentially access these pages when researching candidates and the session will explore the significance of an individual’s electronic shadow. Developing networks and how to approach people of interest will also be discussed, as well as positive and experienced language. This workshop will last up to one hour and can be delivered in a school or college for up to 20 learners at a time. We will also look to develop a video covering the content which can be used in schools. Booking reference: MMU06
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Enterprise workshop Manchester Metropolitan University On request Year Group: 9–12 Number of places available: 30 The session will be delivered by a current Manchester Metropolitan student who will discuss their business venture and how the University’s help was central to its development. This will also involve taking questions from the students and seeing if they have any ideas of their own and how it can be supported by a university. The students will then get into groups to come up with their own enterprise ideas. This event will be delivered in school. Booking reference: MMU08
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Design Lab Marketplace Studios, Stockport 14-week workshop programme taking place on Saturdays Year Group: 10–12 Number of places available: 16 (students apply individually as this is a Saturday programme) This 14-week workshop programme takes place at Marketplace Studios, Stockport on Saturdays and will develop the skills of young people interested in creative subjects and enable them to achieve a Silver Arts Award, a nationally accredited qualification. Strengthening creative and leadership skills, this tailored workshop programme run by Manchester School of Art will respond to the young individual’s goals and aims, helping them to aspire within creative disciplines. Working alongside MSA Art tutors and academics, and with opportunities to work with practicing artists in an operational studio and gallery space, this programme will allow participants to achieve creative goals in preparation for further education and/or employment. Booking reference: MMU09
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MetMUnch NOURISH Programme Manchester Metropolitan University 14,15,21,22,28,29/06/2017 5,6,12,13/07/2017 Year Group: 9–12 Number of places available: 30 pupils per session MetMUnch is a global award-winning, student-led social enterprise based within Manchester Metropolitan University. It promotes sustainable, healthy and nutritious food. It educates, informs and entertains through food and fun, providing skills and training to promote health, wellness and wellbeing. Sessions are available for up to 30 pupils and can be adapted for Y9–13. Sessions can be adapted to meet the needs of schools and topics which can be covered include: • What does realistic healthy eating looks like? • Eat to perform • Mood swings and fluctuations in sugar • Eating breakfast and enhancing mood (composition and portion) • Hydration and why it matters for the brain? • Avoiding simple sugars to keep blood sugars stable • B rain chemicals (neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine and acetylcholine) influence the way we think, feel and behave. They can be affected by what we’ve eaten • Low levels of vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids affecting mental health, with some symptoms associated with particular nutritional deficiencies such as depression and anxiety • Protein boosting dopamine (concentration/alertness) • Simple Carbohydrates boosting serotonin (relaxation and calmness) not suitable on duty • The effects of caffeine enhancing cortisol levels and leading to anxiety • Essential fatty acids and anti-inflammation properties to combat tired legs • Suggestion on high protein low fat snacks to enhance calmness and clarity (leaflets and recipe hand-outs will be provided) protein bars, protein cookies, meal replacement shakes Booking reference: MMU10
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The Manchester Met Summer Academy Manchester Metropolitan University Summer 2017
Futures Educators Conference Manchester Metropolitan University 23/06/2017
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 10 students interested in Science and Engineering, and 10 in Art and Design. (students will attend individually as this will be during the vacation)
Year Group: 12 Number of places available: 60
Manchester Metropolitan Summer Academy will enable students to access support and infrastructure at the university in order to undertake a quasi-independent project related to a Faculty discipline area. The outcomes of this project will be assessed through the AQA Extended Project qualification, which would award A2 tariff points. The students would also access the broader provision in support of application and transition to university. For summer 2017, we want to identify 10 students interested in Science and Engineering, and 10 in Art and Design. Booking reference: MMU11
Manchester Met will be hosting a conference for Y12 students are interested in progressing to a career in education. The conference will highlight the different routes and options for those interested in working with young people as a career, and the day will include • A ‘problem solving’ element, which situate participants as potential change agents. • Academic inputs on themes related to the ‘state of the art’ in education, including access to the professoriate • Support on the variety of careers in education, and the academic pathways through and into those careers. • Timely advice on preparing for and submitting an application for a university course in education. • Lunch, with opportunities to network informally with Future Educators mentors who will support broadly with aspiration raising, supporting with access and preparation for application Booking reference: MMU12
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City in the Community Enterprise programme for Year 10 pupils Manchester Metropolitan University June – July 2017 Year Group: 10 Number of places available: 30 per school, 10 schools Working in partnership with City in the Community, this enterprise project will enhance their teamwork and enterprise skills, as well as highlighting the HE opportunities available around Enterprise. Booking reference: MMU13
Geography themed University visits Manchester Metropolitan University June – July 2017 Year Group: 9–12 Number of places available: Numbers will vary according to the activity and location – contact us for further information The Geography staff at Manchester Metropolitan are able to provide a range of workshops for students studying Science or Geography at either GCSE or A level. Sessions can cover topics such as: • Mental mapping exercise – (Y9–12) • Enthusing research seminars – Geographies of Light, Geography of Football, Volcanic Hazards, Ice Age Earth (Y12) • Environmental quality monitoring and measuring (Y9–12) • Guided field tours of central Manchester (regeneration, planning) (Y9–12) • Geography and Careers (Y12) Booking reference: MMU14
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In School Activities Support for IAG events: Greater Manchester Higher are committed to attending IAG events to promote higher education to Y7-11 learners in Greater Manchester. A member of staff or a student ambassador will attend your event with a stand and literature, offering general advice on progression routes and answering questions related to higher education on behalf of all of our partners. Examples of events we might attend in your school include: • Careers fairs • Options evenings • Parents’ evenings
Presentations and Workshops: Delivered in your school, these sessions offer an insight in to various aspects of Higher Education. Presentations last 20 minutes and are suitable for large groups. Workshops last 45 minutes and are suitable for groups of up to 30. Workshops cover the same content as presentations and offer an opportunity to explore the subject matter further through interactive activities.
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This interactive presentation aims to help pupils Y8-9 HE Uncovered understand how GCSEs can impact upon their presentation future in advance of choosing their GCSE options. Includes an overview of HE, and progression routes to FE, HE and employment. Aims to inform decision making and raise aspirations and awareness in relation to HE.
Y8-9 learners
Encouraging Key Stage 4 pupils to start thinking Y10-11 HE Uncovered about their futures and the decisions they will soon presentation have to make regarding their education. Includes advice on choosing A-level or other level 3 subjects and degree courses as well as reiterating the importance of GCSEs. Appropriate student finance information for the age group is included. Aims to inform decision making and raise aspirations and awareness in relation to HE.
Y10-11 learners
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Intro to HE Provides parents with a general overview of higher Parent’s education, including the benefits of HE, student presentation finance and how to prepare your young person for decisions at Y8-9, Y10-11 and Y13. Parents will also have the opportunity to chat informally with a member of the Greater Manchester Higher team following the talk.
Parents of Y8-11 learners
Student Life Find out what student life is really like from a current Y8-11 learners presentation student, including academic study, extra-curricular or workshop activities, accommodation, pastoral support and different types of HE establishments. Supporting students in preparing for college, HE Interview Skills and employment interviews. Delivered by current presentation students who will share their experiences. or workshop
Y8-11 learners
Supporting students to achieve their potential through effective revision and time management techniques, understanding different learning styles and how the brain processes information. Delivered by current students who will share their own top tips and experiences.
Y10-11 learners
Star Student Star Student is a large board game that introduces Board Game KS3 students to university and higher education through an exciting team activity. Human counters move around the board as each team answers a series of questions relating to university. Answers are given through mime, drawing, multiple choice questions and spelling, so there’s something for everyone. This can be delivered to a class of up to 30 at a time and takes around an hour to complete.
Y7-9 learners
Revision Skills presentation or workshop
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