S C H O O L S
C O L L E G E S
P R O G R A M M E
&
Supporting
Schools
& Colleges
The University of Bradford offers a wide range of inspiring activities
designed to help students make their university choices www.bradford.ac.uk/
The University of Bradford has a talented team of
recruitment and outreach officers dedicated to working
with schools and colleges throughout the UK.
Schools and Colleges
Supporting
The University of Bradford has a proud history as a research-active institution that stretches back almost half a century. Our students are taught by academics who are applying their knowledge to find solutions to problems through their ongoing research activities.
We cover a wide range of disciplines including Healthcare, Life Sciences, Engineering, Informatics, Social Sciences, Business and Law.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Outreach Programme
STEM Training for School Teachers in a Dedicated Building
Support for Care Leavers Taster Days UCAS Conventions Year 12 and 13 Assessed Summer Schools Adult Learner Transition Event
A great visit
showing us the
resources available
to students. Much
better than just
‘looking through
the window’.
ATTENDEE AT OUR TEACHERS AND ADVISERS
CONFERENCE
We offer a range of opportunities for schools and colleges to work with the University of Bradford including: Ambassador Visits Campus Visits Careers Events Conferences for Students, Teachers and Careers Advisers
GCSE Choices Event
HE Experience Days In-school Presentations and Workshops Open Days Parents’ Evenings
Visits
Campus
Open Days
At the University of Bradford we have dedicated Open Days especially for school and college groups. If you are unable to make the Open Day dates, then we can often organise a special visit for your party.
As well as dedicated Open Days we are also able to arrange visits to particular academic areas or departments.
To make a booking for your group or find out more about opportunities to visit us call:
01274 234611 or email:
Open Day information
Tuesday 25 November 2014 (Open Afternoon)
Friday 3 July 2015 (school and college parties) Saturday 4 July 2015 (general public) Friday 2 October 2015 (school and college parties)
Saturday 3 October 2015 (general public)
Some interesting
information, and
in particular
very useful for
us to know about
internships and
opportunities
for doing a
placement abroad.
ATTENDEE AT A SCHOOL OF SOCIAL AND INTERNATIONALFind out more
Contact us to find out more about forthcoming events or to make a booking.
www.bradford.ac.uk/
schools-and-colleges
01274 234611
Taster Days
The University of Bradford offers a range of Taster Days and Masterclasses suitable for A Level, BTEC and Access students.
Taster Days are a chance to sample degree subjects before making final choices. They offer an opportunity to meet academic staff and tour the facilities, take part in activities, undertake tasks and experience mini-lectures. Taster Days provide an in-depth insight into the courses available at Bradford.
Student Conferences
A series of Student Conferences will be held on campus for Year 11 or Year 12 students who are considering continuing their studies into higher education. Our Student Conferences are a day of workshops focused around skills and academic development. Students will have the opportunity to increase their study skills and find out more about key academic areas.
Taster Days include:
Allied Health Professions
Archaeology and Archaeological Sciences Business Management
Chemistry
Computer Science, Computer Animation and Games
Economics Electrical Engineering Film and Media Studies
Engineering (Chemical; Civil and Structural; Mechanical; Mechanical and Automotive; Medical)
Law Forensics Media Production
Human Anatomy and Physiology Peace Studies Integrated Science Product Design Nursing Psychology Midwifery Social Sciences Pharmacy Social Work
Working with Children, Young People and Families
Opportunities
Further
It was a really good
way to experience
it from a potential
student’s point of view
and hence be able
to explain the likely
learning environment
to students. I loved
having the view
of recent students and
seeing them in
the environment in
which they have
been learning.
ATTENDEE AT OUR TEACHERS AND ADVISERS
CONFERENCE
For Teachers and
Careers Advisers
The Recruitment and Outreach team are happy to provide information and advice on higher education issues.
Save the date Tuesday 30 June 2015 University of Bradford Annual Teachers and Advisers’ Conference.
Presentations
We deliver a range of presentations and workshops. They are tailored to meet the needs of students, parents or advisers.
Subject-specific presentations We cover topics such
as student finance, choosing courses and universities, and how to write a strong personal statement Talks by current
students about their experiences and what they wish they’d known before they started
HE Experience Days
These interactive events will provide your students with an excellent introduction to university and give them the opportunity to meet some of our current students and staff. A typical day includes:
A tour of the University campus A selection of workshops such as The Benefits of University Study, Routes into HE, Personal Statement Preparation A hands-on session in an academic department A team challenge
* A list of postcodes that meet the criteria ‘Live in a geographical area with low
levels of progression onto higher education’ is available from the Recruitment and Outreach Team.
Find out more
Contact us to find out more about forthcoming events or to make a booking.
www.bradford.ac.uk/
schools-and-colleges
01274 234611
Year 13 Assessed
Summer School
Monday 6 July to Friday 10 July 2015
This week-long summer school is for students who have applied to the University of Bradford, hold a firm offer to study here and meet one or more of our eligibility criteria*.
Successful completion of the Summer School will give students 30 UCAS points towards their University of Bradford course offer.
Year 12 Assessed
Summer School
We are planning a summer school specifically for Year 12 students. Full details will be posted on our web page.
For Parents
and Guardians
“A Closer Look at University” Tuesday 12 May 2015 6pm – 8pm
An informal information evening designed to provide lots of useful information to help support and guide the decision-making process. Sessions during the evening will include:
Why study at university? A look at various
degree courses available
Student finance and the application process There will be an opportunity to ask questions and meet some of our current students and hear about their university experience.
STEM
at Bradford
Our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) activities are specially designed for schools and colleges in the University’s STEM centre. Our focus is on working with teachers and pupils to develop excellence in STEM education, to enable our young people to engage in, enjoy and progress with their STEM learning through: STEM subjects curriculum programme STEM CPD (continuing professional development) for teachers A range of community STEM events, activities and competitions Contact us to find out more about STEM: 01274 232231
To find out more about how we can work with you to help your students to access higher education, contact the Recruitment and Outreach team.
T01274 234611
If you are a parent/guardian wanting your son or daughter to take part in any of these activities, please encourage their school or college to contact us.
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