Higher Education Preparation Programme at Sheffield University

The Higher Education Preparation Programme helps students to develop a range of academic skills that will prepare them for HE level study.
Its aim is to support students to improve progression into and throughout degree level study.

The programme is aimed at post 16 students studying for a range of post-16 qualifications such as A-level, Diploma, BTEC and EPQ.
 

The programme includes:

• Study skills workshops delivered at university.
• Sessions covering reading, research, writing, exam revision, time management, critical thinking and other key academic skills
• Full day visits to the university to introduce students to university level study
• Working with current undergraduates and study skills workshops

For more details, see Student Services.

Outreach Programmes at Sheffield University

ADOPT
A two year programme for AS level students wanting to enter any aspect of Dentistry.
Students who complete the two year programme will be guaranteed an interview for an appropriate course subject to meeting the minimum academic criteria.
During their two years they will see what it's like to work in dentistry, with the emphasis on hands-on activities and student interaction.
Student eligibility may include:
- Being the First generation of their immediate family to study at University.
- Few young people from the area where they live enter University.
- Personal circumstances make it more difficult for them to go to University.
SOAMS
For students looking to enter a career in Medicine.
Students who complete the scheme are guaranteed an interview for an offer to study Medicine at the University of Sheffield. However students must have completed all the SOAMS activities and have achieved four AS Levels at BBCC, including Chemistry and another science or Maths.
 If students pass their interview they will be made a conditional offer to study Medicine at Sheffield, providing they achieve the A Level results required by the Medical School.
Discover STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths)
An opportunity for students studying Maths and Science AS and A levels to find out more about the range of different Science, Maths and Engineering Degrees and Careers available.
Designed to support students whose family or personal circumstances mean they may not have considered a career in Science or Engineering as a possibility.
Discover Art and Humanities
A two year programme for AS level students. The aim is to encourage students from backgrounds that are under-represented in higher education to study at University. The University provides support and guidance through a range of exciting activities including subject taster sessions.
Subjects include:
Archaeology, English, History, Languages, Music, Philosophy/Religion, Theology, the Bible.
If you’re a creative thinker and interested in what makes us all tick, then Discover Arts and Humanities is definitely for you.
Discover Law
A two year programme of events offering students lots of opportunities to explore the study of law.  You get the chance to:
- Experience real life cases in one of the Sheffield Law Courts and talk to a Judge
- Meet working professionals and ask them how they got where they are
- Get expert guidance on applying to university
- Experience law taster sessions and team building activities
Discover Social Sciences
A programme that provides opportunities to study of lots of Social Science subjects, such as,  Politics, Geography and Sociology and get help and support with study skills and the UCAS application.
The programme is targeted at students whose family or personal circumstances indicate they are under-represented in Higher Education.  
For more details see Student Services

Local Employment Skills Advisory Day, Magna, November 17 - ideal for potential Labour Market Entrants

LOCAL EMPLOYMENT ADVISORY SKILLS DAY,
MAGNA, ROTHERHAM

Monday 17^th November 2014 - 1pm to 4pm

1/ An ideal opportunity to get the information you need on:

Local employment and apprenticeship opportunities available next summer 

Also the qualifications and skills required to compete for these opportunities

2/ You can speak to Businesses and Apprenticeship Providers direct.

3/ You can register your interest in working for a particular organisation.

If interested: contact the Careers Team on: careers@thomroth.ac.uk

  

PATHWAYS TO LAW - SUTTON TRUST: DEADLINE 29 SEPTEMBER

Pathways to Law

 

The Pathways to Law programme was set up with support from major law firms, to inspire and support academically-able students in year 12 and 13 from non-privileged backgrounds interested in a career in law.

The Programme offers a varied programme of lectures, seminars, advice and guidance sessions, skills development workshops, also interaction with undergraduate students and professionals through e-mentoring and a legal work placement.

The Programme is targeted at:

17 and 18 year-olds in Years 12 and 13 whose parents have not been to university or who have been eligible for free school meals.

Pathways to Law is currently run through a network of universities across the UK including Manchester University, Nottingham Trent University and the University of Leeds, also with support from over 30 law firms. 

 

Apply Now

Deadline is Monday 29 September

www.suttontrust.com/programmes/pathways-to-law/application-process/

The Pathways programme recruits 400 students a year across the country. Applications for our 2014 programme are now open!

  Students join the programme in Year 12, and must be able to participate for the full two years of their A levels. In order to be eligible for the programme, students must:

- Demonstrate an interest in a career in law

- Attend a state school or college
- Have at least 5 As or A*s at GCSE
- Be either the first generation in their family to attend university, or be or have been eligible for Free School Meals
- In schools with below average levels of attainment / progression to university
- In schools with high free school meal rate
- From deprived postcodes

 

 

 

Social Science Taster Sessions - Bradford University: Starting October

Social Science Taster Sessions at Bradford University  The University of Bradford is looking forward to hosting a number of interactive events in 2014/2015, designed to motivate and inspire students to reach their full potential. Social Science Taster Sessions The Taster Sessions are designed to give students an opportunity to take part in university activities, help them explore important aspects of the AS Level & A2 Level Course Curriculum and meet with academic members of staff. The sessions are designed to give students a realistic insight into a specific subject and to help to guide them through the application process for that programme area. If interested, please book a place through the on line booking form: http://www.brad.ac.uk/schools-and-colleges/forms/eform-taster-day/

 

Social Science Taster Sessions that are available in 2014/2015: 01 Oct 2014 - Social Science & Criminal Justice Studies Taster Sessions 08 Oct 2014 - Working with Children, Young People & Families Taster Sessions 15 Oct 2014 - Social Work Taster Session 17 Oct 2014 - Access Student Psychology Taster Session 24 Oct 2014 - Peace Studies Taster Session 05 Nov 2014 - A2 Level Psychology Taster Session 05 Nov 2014 - Economics Taster Session 19 Nov 2014 - A2 Level Psychology Taster Session 03 Dec 2014 - A2 Level Psychology Taster Session 11 Feb 2015 - AS Level Psychology Taster Session 18 Feb 2015 - AS Level Psychology Taster Session 04 Mar 2015 - AS Level Psychology Taster Session 04 Mar 2015 - Economics Taster Session

Social Work Preparation Session - Notts Trent University

Social Work Application Talk

Wednesday 15 October 2014; 1pm – 4pm

City Site, Nottingham Trent University

Contact: nayala.rehmat@ntu.ac.uk

Students interested in studying a Social Work degree are invited to attend our application masterclass.

The event will include:

• an introduction to social work and studying a Social Work degree at NTU
• information and advice to help students complete a good UCAS application and prepare for interview
• an insight into what Admissions tutors look for in potential Social Work undergraduates.
• the opportunity to quiz students and staff studying and teaching on the course

This event will be an invaluable experience for for Year 13 students completing their UCAS applications and ideal preparation for Year 12 students planning their future.

 

Primary Education Preparation Session - Notts Trent University

Nottingham Trent University is holding a session aimed at supporting students in their application to a Primary Education Degree course.

Primary Education Preparation: 2 October 2014

NTU's annual Primary Education Preparation Evening takes place at Clifton Campus on 2nd October 2014.

Time: 18:00 – 20:00pm

Contact: katherine.hare@ntu.ac.uk or book online.

Find out more about Pathways on our blog:

http://www.ntuoutreach.com/2014/05/pathways-to-law_15.html

K

Sheffield University, Researchers Night, Friday September 26th

On Friday 26th September, 5pm-8pm, the University of Sheffield's laboratories and lecture theatres will be open to the public for a host of activities. There'll be mini lectures, exciting demonstrations and hands-on activities
Find out about everything from butterfly evolution to dentistry, from archaeology to music.

If you've ever wanted to see inside a research lab, learn about the Sheffield dialect, watch research robots in action or tour the Alfred Denny Museum of Zoology then come along.

Everyone is very welcome and the event is free, no booking required. Full listings are available on the website.  

 

www.sheffield.ac.uk/researchersnight

THE STUDENT FINANCE TOUR IS COMING TO THOMAS ROTHERHAM COLLEGE.

 

YOUR CHANCE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT STUDENT FINANCE.

• The real cost of Uni?
• How much debt will you accrue?
• Can you afford to go or not?

 

WHEN: TUESDAY  23^rd September 2014

WHERE: LECTURE THEATRE

TIME: 2:35-3:05 Subject workshop session

 

 

Higher Apprenticeships in Mechanical Engineering from October 2014

 

AMRC Training Centre launches   Higher Apprenticeships in Mechanical Engineering  with accredited Foundation Degree The AMRC Training Centre will commence delivery of higher apprenticeships in mechanical engineering from Autumn 2014. Building on the success of the Advanced Apprenticeship programme, the Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship still combines on-the-job and off-the-job training, but will include a Foundation Degree which will be accredited by the University of Sheffield. This will offer a work based route into HI Tech Engineering professions which have traditionally been the preserve of graduates.
If you are interested in our higher apprenticeships please contact us on 0114 2229958 or by email info@amrctraining.co.uk

Are you applying for Veterinary Science, Medicine or Dentistry, if so read on .....

Want to know more about your next steps?

Want to know what admissions test you need to take?

Want to know more about what makes a winning personal statement?

 

Come along to a short half hour session in the Lecture Theatre

Date: 16^th September 2014

Time: 2:35-3:05

Place: Lecture Theatre