Speakers 4 Schools- Pathway Partners

Get the inside information about the world of Animal Care! Whoever you are, whatever your skills, you can make a difference.

After qualifying as a Vet and working in a variety of fields Angela has her own veterinary business along with an array of experience working within Animal Care.

Are you considering a career within Animal Care but not quite sure what is on offer and where you can use your skills?

From Animal Care Assistant to Receptionist roles there may be a verity of jobs you never even considered that will be able to utilise your passion for animals.

Take this unique opportunity to dive into the world of a qualified vet to ask all the questions you would like to know before starting your career journey.

This placement will be virtual over 2 days enabling the students to feel more comfortable and relaxed in order to ask the questions they want the answers to. There will be interactive opportunities throughout the placement in order to keep you engaged and make it fun for us all.

This three-day hybrid placement is the ideal way to build on your knowledge and take a more in-depth look at the different areas Animal Care, with some personal stories along the way, to help you decide if this could be the career path for you.

The placement virtual sessions will run from 9:00am until 10.30am each day on the 15th and 22nd of May. Once the 2 virtual sessions have been completed speakers for schools will be in touch to arrange your 1 day site visit to a local employer in the same industry.

https://www.speakersforschools.org/results/?opp=828F93DD-0DF0-451E-8C75-08DC6823C0D2

STEM at Leeds

To enable students to get an appreciation of studying a STEM subject at degree level we offer summer schools in Biological Sciences, Engineering, Food Science & Nutrition and Mathematics. The students can join us for the ultimate student experience and get a deeper understanding of how these subjects are taught at university and the exciting career opportunities they can lead to.

Biological Sciences:

The Faculty of Biological Sciences offers a FREE summer school for Year 12 students keen on exploring advanced biological sciences and career pathways. Participants engage in lectures, hands-on projects, and interactions with faculty members and students. Gain insights into undergraduate programs, career options, and UCAS application strategies, including personal statement guidance from admissions staff. Experience real research processes and boost your application profile.

Engineering:

We are proud to introduce a new summer school this year: Climate Friendly Engineering from 16 – 18 July 2024 delivered in partnership with The Smallpeice Trust.  This 3-day residential invites year 12s interested in engineering to experience life as an undergraduate at Leeds. Fully funded places are available for students who meet one of the eligibility criteria.

Food Science:

Join us on-campus from July 8th to 10th, 2024, for our annual Food Science and Nutrition Summer School. This immersive program offers young scientists an introduction to food science and nutrition, emphasizing sustainability from farm to fork. Activities include food investigations, nutrition exercises, academic lectures, career insights, campus exploration, and student life insights. Open to Year 12 students studying core science or math at A-level. The summer school is free, with support available for travel costs upon request. Contact Sarah Coletta for more information.

Mathematics:

This sixth-form course introduces mathematics at the University of Leeds, offering a glimpse into university life and how math evolves at degree level. Led by University tutors, it enhances A-level math studies through talks and interactive sessions. Gain insight into math degree structures, courses, admissions, and application strategies. The summer school, costing approximately £170 (bursaries available), includes in-person and remote options, accommodating diverse needs.

The deadline for the Summer Schools applications has been extended to Tuesday, April 2nd, exclusive of the Climate Friendly Engineering Summer School that close on May 21st.

Applications for the free National NHS Virtual Work experience programme have now reopened for spring! This programme has supported over 30,000 secondary school students obtain free work experiences last year. Virtual work experiences have been accepted by the Medical Schools and Dental Schools Council as valuable alternatives to in-person shadowing, backed by the Health Education England Discovery report on the impact of virtual work placements.

This programme is brought to you by Birmingham Universities Hospitals Trust in collaboration with Medic Mentor, and it is completely free. Not only is this a reliable alternative to in-person shadowing, but it also plays a significant role in preparing students for their in-person work placements with structured teaching and opportunities to speak directly with healthcare professionals. The opportunity is open to any student across the UK from 14 years old and above.

Students can apply for a placement, for free at this link: https://medicmentor.org/university-hospitals-birmingham-trust-virtual-work-experience/

Crafted in collaboration with Birmingham Universities Hospitals Trust, this thoughtfully curated 6-month medical and 4-month dental programme provides a unique glimpse into the medical and dental fields. The E-learning format enables students to fulfil their placements at their own pace, covering ethics, procedures, broader team roles, and fostering direct dialogues with doctors and dentists. This virtual experience creates a strong foundation for students' future careers, not only enhancing their UCAS applications but also strategically preparing them for practical work experience opportunities.

Taking part in the Virtual Work Experience will provide:

Comprehensive Insights: The programme covers a range of specialities, providing a holistic understanding of medical and dental practices. Each month, a new focus area is introduced, allowing participants to delve into different aspects of the field.

Flexible Participation:Tailored for students from years 10-13/S3-S6/NI10-14, the programme accommodates various schedules by being virtual. Participants have one month to complete each specialty, ensuring flexibility and ease of participation.

Recognised Certification: Upon successful completion of all specialities, students will receive a certificate from Medic Mentor and UHB, validating their active participation to include in their UCAS and apprenticeships applications.

This month's spotlight is on Obs & Gynaecology or Paediatric & Dental Surgery. It's a chance to get a firsthand look into the inner workings of the medical and dental fields, helping your students shape their career aspirations in their chosen path.

Registering for these programmes is simple—students just need to complete the free online application form:

https://airtable.com/appuQX2ouadvjQUSU/shrroljLczgdg9uLw

We are eager to welcome your students to our exceptional free work experience programmes and support them in their journey toward a fulfilling career in medicine or dentistry.

Kind regards,

Dr Siva

Chief Mentor

Medic Mentor

Enquiry Form: https://airtable.com/shrM6UPT8Z2uxx7OL

Phone Number: 01530 417 299 (Available 10am - 6pm Monday - Friday)

Website: https://medicmentor.org

LifeArc Life Sciences: Biology Research

Welcome to our programme! We are so excited to have you here.

LifeArc started out as MRC Technology, commercialising scientific research funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC), and today we are a leading U.K. medical research charity. We are self-funding, using our investment portfolio to support our charitable activities. We partner and work with academics, industry, charities and patient groups to unlock the potential of early-stage science.

During this programme, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a LifeArc team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Biology Research team does every day. You’ll learn how to optimise experimental conditions, analyse data to determine optimal conditions, synthesise evidence and collaboration and present your results.

We hope this programme provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at LifeArc!

https://www.theforage.com/simulations/life-arc/life-sciences-biology-research-5t8f

Work Experience (WEX)

If you’re a student with aspirations of becoming a doctor, then the Medic Mentor Virtual Work Experience Programme is an incredible opportunity that you won’t want to miss. Developed in partnership with the University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, this programme provides a comprehensive and immersive virtual experience that will give you a real insight into the world of medicine. 

Just complete the application form, and receive your Work Experience links within 24 hours!

Medical: https://airtable.com/appgXnyzN5ZD9Iwk6/shry7MZYtt3MGPjvO

Dental: https://airtable.com/appgXnyzN5ZD9Iwk6/shrBuiR7SBAcC19kE 

Get Into Dentistry Conference

This conference is suitable for any student aged 14 or above, from any school or background, who is interested in becoming a dentist. The conference will be held virtually on Zoom. During the conference sessions, students will receive an introductory overview of the UCAT, gain insights into its various sections, and delve into example questions along with effective answering strategies. Chief Mentors will also give a thorough overview of:

• Selecting your universities

• Personal statements

• Medical/Dental school interview skills

• Medical Leadership Programmes

• Awards Programmes

• Extracurricular activities

• Work experience

• Building a CV

• Applying for scholarships 

 https://airtable.com/appgXnyzN5ZD9Iwk6/shrBuiR7SBAcC19kE 

Healthcare Science Careers Chat: Healthcare Science Week

 Monday 11th March 2024, 11am – 12pm

In the NHS there are over 50 scientific specialisms, and over the last 75 years NHS healthcare science has played a vital role in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease and the health of our population. 

For the session - in celebration of Healthcare Science Week, 11-15 March - we will be exploring opportunities in the world of healthcare sciences. Students will hear from diverse healthcare scientists in the NHS, gain insight into their roles, and learn about entry routes into this particular field of healthcare work.

Speakers include:

·       Mark Unstead (Lead Respiratory Physiologist)

·       Sadie Dresman (Trainee Clinical Scientist in Cancer Genomics)

·       Kathryn Drew (Genetic Counsellor).

For more information and to register : https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYldeiprzsuHNw0H-eCDwbtXMcjRA2WzbH5#/registration

Happy New Year! I trust this message finds you well. As we embark on a new year, I am thrilled to present an incredible opportunity for your students to enhance their medical applications through a range of free resources.

Following their attendance at our UCAS Get Into Medicine conference, your students can unlock a wealth of support:

- Gain valuable free medical work experience

- Schedule free 15-minute Zoom appointments with doctors and medical students

- Access free medical extracurricular activities to stand out

- Explore opportunities to apply for medical school scholarships and awards

- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the application process to become a doctor

My goal is to assist your students and their parents in navigating the path to medical school successfully and making the most of the additional free support we have in

Students and parents will have the opportunity to learn about personal statements, entrance exams, interviews and meet some of our successful students to learn from their experiences. Following the conference all students will instantly be enrolled onto the free virtual medical work experience programme (with access to speak to doctors and medical students alongside).

Dates: Sunday 7th January 9:30am - 3pm or Saturday 13th January 9:30am - 3pm.

All aspiring doctors in years 10-12 / S3-S5 / NI11-13 are invited to register.

These conferences offer tailored advice for medicine, covering a range of crucial topics:

- Tactically choosing universities

- Personal statements

- UCAT

- Medical school interview skills

- Medical Leadership Programmes

- Awards Programmes

- Extracurricular activities

- Work experience

- Building a CV

- Applying for scholarships

Here’s how the day will run:

9:30-10.00 Registration

10.00-11:00 Quick introduction to Medic Mentor, overview of the day, competition ratios, application timeline, Awards and Scholarships

11:00-11:15 Break

11.15-11.45 Introduction to the UCAS application form and entry requirements

11.45-12.15 Interactive CV building exercise and exclusive access to leadership, research, presentation, publication, prizes and scholarship opportunities

12.15-12.30 Top tips form a successful applicant (medical student)

12:30-12:45 Break

12.45-13.30 How to write the perfect personal statement

13.30-13.45 Break

13.45-14.10 Entrance exams - how to do ace the UCAT

14.10-14.30 How to prepare for Medical School interviews

14.30-15.00 Top tips form a successful applicant (medical student) and next steps

Our doctors and medical students look forward to welcoming your students at the conferences and they will join our network of successful students who attended these programmes over the last ten years: https://medicmentor.org/successful-student-journeys-reviews/

If you have any questions at all, please feel free to drop me an email education@medicmentorfamily.org or call our team on 01530 417299. Thank you for working with us to make a difference to your students.

Warm regards,

Nikki Abbott

Medic Mentor Helpline: 01530 417299 (Open 10am - 5pm Monday - Friday)

Applications for this year’s Medicine Pathway Programme at Edge Hill University Medical School are now open!

 The following is relevant for all Year 12 students who may be interested in applying to study medicine at university. The programme consists of an on-campus visit to Edge Hill, online activity day and a residential summer school where students will stay at Edge Hill University and visit our partnering medical schools – University of Manchester, Lancaster University and University of Liverpool. More information, as well as a link to apply, can be found here.

Funded by Health Education England, the programme is aimed at young people who are from under-represented backgrounds, and targets areas of England that have limited outreach engagement with medical schools. Students must meet specific eligibility criteria in order to take part in the programme, details can be found on the website under the ‘who can apply?’ section.

 Any questions, please contact ehuwam@edgehill.ac.uk.

Megan Charnley

Outreach and Events Coordinator

T: 01695 650748 Ext 1683

Edge Hill University

Faculty of Health, Social Care & Medicine

St Helens Road, Ormskirk,

Lancashire, L39 4QP

As we approach 2024, the upcoming Get Into Dentistry conference will be the LAST opportunity of the year for your students to gather essential insights into dentistry, and understand the key steps of the UCAS application process.

Our FREE virtual UCAS conferences ensure that students from all backgrounds have equal access to invaluable information. These sessions provide comprehensive guidance on the skills necessary for dental schools, assisting students in their effective preparation. Additionally, we explore various resources to help students excel when their time comes.

The next upcoming UCAS conferences are for aspiring Dentists at the FREE LIVE VIRTUAL Get Into Dentistry conference on Saturday 2nd December 9:30am - 3pm.

Students and parents can register for free at this link:

https://dental-mentor.org/get-into-dentistry-ucas-conference/

All aspiring dental in years 10-12 / S3-S5 / NI11-13 are invited to register.

These conferences offer tailored advice for dental, covering a range of crucial topics:

- Tactically choosing universities

- Personal statements

- UCAT

- Dental school interview skills

- Medical Leadership Programmes

- Awards Programmes

- Extracurricular activities

- Work experience

- Building a CV

- Applying for scholarships

We encourage both students and parents to participate in these invaluable sessions.

Spaces are limited, so students should register as soon as they can using the link below. For this reason, we kindly request that students only book one conference.

Dental Registration Link: https://airtable.com/appgXnyzN5ZD9Iwk6/shrBuiR7SBAcC19kE

Here’s how the day will run:

9:30-10.00 Registration

10.00-11:00 Quick introduction to Dental Mentor, overview of the day, competition ratios, application timeline, Awards and Scholarships

11:00-11:15 Break

11.15-11.45 Introduction to the UCAS application form and entry requirements

11.45-12.15 Interactive CV building exercise and exclusive access to leadership, research, presentation, publication, prizes and scholarship opportunities

12.15-12.30 Top tips form a successful applicant (dental student)

12:30-12:45 Break

12.45-13.30 How to write the perfect personal statement

13.30-13.45 Break

13.45-14.10 Entrance exams - how to do ace the UCAT

14.10-14.30 How to prepare for Dental School interviews

14.30-15.00 Top tips form a successful applicant (dental student) and next steps

Our dentists and dental students look forward to welcoming your students at the conferences and they will join our network of successful students who attended these programmes over the last ten years: https://dental-mentor.org/successful-student-journeys-reviews/

If you have any questions at all, please feel free to drop me an email education@medicmentorfamily.org or call our team on 01530 417299. Thank you for working with us to make a difference to your students.

Warm regards,

Nikki Abbott

Enquiry Form: https://airtable.com/shrM6UPT8Z2uxx7OL

Dental Mentor Helpline: 01530 417299 (Open 10am - 5pm Monday - Friday) 

Applications for the free National NHS Virtual Work experience programme have now opened for 2023-2024! 

This programme has supported over 30,000 secondary school students obtain free work experiences last year. Virtual work experiences have been accepted by the Medical Schools and Dental Schools Council as valuable alternatives to in-person shadowing, backed by the Health Education England Discovery report on the impact of virtual work placements. This programme is brought to you by Birmingham Universities Hospitals Trust in collaboration with Medic Mentor, and it is completely free. Not only is this a reliable alternative to in-person shadowing, but it also plays a significant role in preparing students for their in-person work placements with structured teaching and opportunities to speak directly with healthcare professionals. The opportunity is open to any student across the UK from 14 years old and above.

Students can apply for a placement, for free at this link: https://medicmentor.org/university-hospitals-birmingham-trust-virtual-work-experience/

Developed in collaboration with Birmingham Universities Hospitals Trust, this carefully curated 6-month medical and 4-month dental programme offers a unique insight into the medical and dental profession. The E-learning format allows students to complete their placements in their own time, whilst being able to book 15 minute 1-2-1 appointments with a doctor or medical student to discuss what they have learnt on their virtual placement (also free). Covering ethics, procedures, wider team roles, and facilitating direct conversations with doctors and dentists, this virtual experience serves as an excellent foundation for your students' future careers. Not only does it enrich their UCAS applications, but it also strategically prepares them for in-person work experience placements.

Taking part in the Virtual Work Experience will provide:

Comprehensive Insights: The programme covers a range of specialities, providing a holistic understanding of medical and dental practices. Each month, a new focus area is introduced, allowing participants to delve into different aspects of the field.

Flexible Participation:Tailored for students from years 10-13/S3-S6/NI10-14, the programme accommodates various schedules by being virtual. Participants have one month to complete each specialty, ensuring flexibility and ease of participation.

Recognised Certification: Upon successful completion of all specialities, students will receive a certificate from Medic Mentor and UHB, validating their active participation to include in their UCAS and apprenticeships applications.

This month's focus is on Surgery or Oral Surgery, offering a firsthand look into the life of a surgeon and the intricacies of procedures such as keyhole surgery in medicine or paediatric dentistry and oral surgery for those interested in dentistry.

Registering for these programmes is simple—students just need to complete the free online application form:

https://airtable.com/appuQX2ouadvjQUSU/shrroljLczgdg9uLw

We are eager to welcome your students to our exceptional free work experience programmes and support them in their journey toward a fulfilling career in medicine or dentistry.

Kind regards,

Nikki Abbott

Head of Education

Medic Mentor 

Virtual Mental Health Career Insight 3 Day Programme - NHS Careers NW

Please see the below and attached details of a Virtual Mental Health Programme. Please can you advertise this between your students.

Our 3 day program is aimed at those who have an interest in mental health as a career but might be unsure what kind of role they want to go in to, or, would like to know more about the area of mental health.

• The program is 3 days long – 24th to 26th October;

• The program will run from 10am to 4pm (approx) each day;

• Only available for 18+ due to the sensitive nature of what is discussed;

• All sessions are virtual and delivered online;

• Programs require use of an internet connection and access to Microsoft Teams;

• Certificate of attendance will be provided with 100% participation in all sessions.

• We welcome applications from all ages (18+) and backgrounds. Due to the limited number of spaces available we will be conducting a competitive application process.

To find out more about this programme and to apply please visit the link below –

Virtual Mental Health Career Insight 3 Day Programme - NHS Careers NW

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