The Sutton Trust Summer Schools 2016 http summerschools

The Sutton Trust Summer Schools 2016 http: //summerschools. suttontrust. com 1

What are Sutton Trust Summer Schools? FREE week-long residential at UK’s leading universities Make stronger, better-informed university choices Try out the university experience and course options 2

Why should I attend? Try out subjects before applying to university Explore university life firsthand BENEFITS Meet other students from across the country Experience living in a hall of residence Develop academic skills and confidence Receive help with personal statement Build social skills and confidence 3

What will I do? Academic programme - Follow your chosen subject strand - Access world class staff and facilities - Work with current undergrads Additional support - UCAS applications Accommodation options Careers Finance and budgeting Participate in social activities - Teambuilding challenges Sports and recreation activities Explore the town/campus Creative opportunities Celebration events. . . and much more 4

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Subject options Types of subjects on offer Medicine Veterinary Medicine Psychology Social Sciences, such as Sociology, Economics, Geography and Politics Law Arts & Humanities, such as History, English, Philosophy and Classics Business Languages Sciences- Biological, Physical, Maths, Computer Science Engineering 6

Cost Sutton Trust Summer Schools are FREE and travel costs are covered. Universities will provide: - All meals and snacks - Accommodation for the week - All trips, activities and entertainment - 24 -hour support team (staff and university students) Students just turn up and enjoy! 7

Beyond Summer School Many of the Summer Schools offer ongoing support and guidance throughout Year 13, such as: • • e-Mentoring The Academic Apprenticeships Programme Application/admissions advice sessions Mock interviews Revision classes Summer School reunions Bursaries All designed to help you achieve your higher education goal! 8

Eligibility criteria To apply, you must: - be in Year 12/S 5, or equivalent - attend a state school or college - have ‘Home UK’ student status Places are limited, and priority will be given to those meeting additional criteria and who will benefit most from the programme. Full details - 9

How to apply 1) Go to the website: http: //summerschools. suttontrust. com 2) Complete the online application form 3) Ask a teacher (usually the UCAS Coordinator) at your school/college to verify your application You can only apply for one Summer School, so check the options and select the one most closely related to your HE interests – course and location! DEADLINE: Friday 11 th March. No late applications. 10

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More information Website: http: //summerschools. suttontrust. com General enquiries: info@suttontrust. com For enquiries about specific Summer Schools, check the website and contact the relevant university. 12