Supporting students in Key Stage 5

SUPPORTING YOUR STUDENTS KEY STAGE 5

Working with you to support your students The University of Exeter Outreach team are pleased to offer a variety of presentations which support existing interventions in schools and colleges.

Our presentations are designed to ensure that your students are able to make informed decisions about their future educational pathways. We want to make sure that your students are aware of the variety of options available to them and are equipped with the knowledge required to make the next steps.

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Our presentations are normally delivered by members of staff, supported by a team of Student Ambassadors.

Alongside our presentations, we regularly attend school/college information fairs across the UK. Please do get in touch with us to enquire about our participation at your events –

exeter.ac.uk/teachers

In School/College Presentations Our sessions are suitable for virtual or face to face delivery and can be tailored to classroom and assembly settings. They typically last 30-45 minutes, but can be adapted to suit you.

Year group

Activity

Description

Gatsby Benchmarks*

12

Introduction to HE

This session will provide a general overview of options available post-18 with a particular focus on the varying types of opportunities available in higher education.

12

Introducing the EPQ

These sessions aim to equip students with an insight into the skills required to carry out independent research.

3

12

Managing a research project

This session will provide tips and advice on managing a research project and is particularly relevant to students undertaking an EPQ.

3

12

Presenting a research project

This session will focus on how students can communicate and present their own research, which is particularly relevant if they are undertaking an EPQ.

3

12

Introduction to Exeter Scholars

This sessions aims at introducing students to the Exeter Scholars programme providing an overview of the opportunities and benefits of the programme.

7

12

Studying This session encourages students to consider degree apprenticeships as an option a Degree for HE study. It provides a general overview of opportunities available whilst also Apprenticeship focusing on the courses available at the University of Exeter.

3&7

12

UCAS Process This session will provide students with a detailed understanding of the HE application process. It will provide a general timeline of activities and milestones that students should aim for during Year 12 and 13.

3&7

12

Student Life

Delivered by two current undergraduate students, this session provides students with an insight into university life.

7

12

Introduction to Student Finance

This session will provide information about the financial implications of further study in Higher Education. It will provide an insight into the financial support Exeter can provide.

3&7

12

Applying to the University of Exeter

This session provides an insight into what the University of Exeter is looking for from an application and how we make decisions. This is suitable for students considering the University of Exeter as a destination university.

7

12

Choosing a Course

This session encourages students to reflect on how to choose a course and introduces them to the varying types of courses available across institutions.

12

Considering the University of Exeter

This session provides an overview of life and study at our campuses in Cornwall and Devon, showcasing societies, support, accommodation and sport.

7

12

Writing an Effective Personal Statement

This session will provide an insight into what competitive universities look for in a personal statement and provides top tips for writing an effective personal statement.

3&7

13

Living on a Budget

For many students university is the first time they have lived independently and managed their own budget. This session provide top tips for successfully managing money whilst studying at university.

3&7

12

Subject presentations

We are able to offer subject specific sessions on a range of different disciplines offered at the University of Exeter. These sessions will aim to introduce concepts and ideas, giving students insight into what studying the subject at university level might entail.

3&7

12

Considering a Competitive University

This session encourages students to reflect on how to choose an institution and provides an insight into the opportunities available at competitive institutions.

3&7

12/13

Applying to Medicine and Nursing

Students applying for healthcare related degrees may need to prepare for an interview, and more commonly these take the form of MMIs (Multiple Mini Interviews). This session will provide an introduction to this style of interview and an overview of the wider application process.

3&7

*Gatsby benchmarks: 3. Addressing the needs of individual pupils. 7. Encounters with further and higher education.

3&7

3&7

Drop-in Opportunities Please get in touch with us to discuss appropriate dates and times.

Year group

Activity

12 & 13 Student Ambassador visits to Schools 12/13

13

Description We provide opportunities for current students to visit schools and colleges to talk about their experiences as students at the University of Exeter. Please get in touch with us to discuss appropriate dates and times.

School/ College Information Fairs

Attendance at school/college information fairs providing students with opportunities to seek further information about the University of Exeter.

Offer-Holder Q&A Session

Have you got any students holding offers from the University of Exeter at your school? We would be delighted to pop in and answer any questions they may have about the University and their selected courses.

Gatsby Benchmarks* 7

3&7

7

On Campus Year group

Activity

Description

Gatsby Benchmarks*

12

Open Day

An opportunity for your students to visit the University of Exeter and see first hand our facilities, academic offering and support services which all contribute towards our fantastic student experience.

7

13

Offer-Holder Visit Day

Students holding offers will provided with the opportunity to visit our campuses and obtain further details about their course structures and our student experience.

7

12/13

On Campus Visits

Subject to availability, we are able to host school visits on to campus. These visits aim to introduce students to the concept of a campus university and provide meaningful insights into life as a student.

7

For Teachers/Advisers Audience

Activity

Teachers/ Advisers

Higher Education Advisers Days

Description Hosted on our campuses at the University of Exeter, these days aim to provide teachers/advisers with relevant information about issues surrounding the HE sector and how to best support your students when submitting applications.

Please get in touch to find out more and book in sessions: exeter.ac.uk/teachers/about

Activity Timeline

YR 12 JUNE Applying to Exeter

YR 12 OCT-NOV YR 12 SEPTEMBER Introduction to HE

Introducing the EPQ Managing a research project Presenting a research project Introduction to Exeter Scholars

Choosing a Course

YR 12 JAN-FEB

Considering the University of Exeter

Choosing a Course

Writing an Effective Personal Statement

Considering the University of Exeter Choosing a Competitive University

YR 12 MARCH-JUNE

UCAS process

Open Day

Student Finance

Choosing a Competitive University

Student Life

Degree Apprenticeships

Degree Apprenticeships

Insight into MMI Interviews

YR 12 OCT-JULY School/College Information Fairs

YR 13 SEPT-NOV

YR 13 DEC

YR 13 FEB-MARCH

YR 13 AUG

Applying to Medicine and Nursing

Living on a Budget

Offer-Holder Q&A Offer-Holder Visit Days

Results day Confirmation and Clearing

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Our online Discover University platform provides information, advice and guidance for prospective students, parents/guardians, teachers and advisers about studying at university.

For more information, please visit:

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