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University of Southampton - Medicine Virtual Work Experience – for year 12’s – 27th & 28th Oct 2026 - Closing 28th Sept
Are you interested in gaining work experience in a hospital setting? The University of Southampton and University Hospital Southampton are pleased to offer year 12 students the opportunity to apply for LIVE virtual work experience delivered through Microsoft Teams. This project is aimed at students interested in studying Medicine. Students on the programme will gain experience of operating theatres, outpatient clinics and multi-disciplinary meetings as well as the opportunity to speak with clinicians and current medical students. Students should treat this experience like a face-to-face work experience placement and those who are late or fail to attend sessions will be removed from the programme. Students should ensure they are available for all days before applying. https://www.southampton.ac.uk/schools-colleges/medical-work-experience.page
UCL Bartlett Faculty - Architecture and Built Environment Application Support Series - for years 12 & 13 - first session 28th Sept
The Bartlett Outreach Team is running an online Architecture and Built Environment Application Support series where students can engage in sessions uniquely designed to focus on different components of the application process.
How to write your personal statement? – Monday 28th September 4:15-5:15pm
What can I study in the Built Environment? - Wednesday 30th September 4:15-5:15pm
What Architecture Course is Right for Me? - Monday 5th October 4:15-5:15pm
What is Architecture at university really like - myths vs reality? - Wednesday 7th October 4:15-5:15
How to create and layout your portfolio? – Monday 12th October 4:15-5:15pm
The deadline to apply is three days before each webinar
The Degree Gap - What Top Universities Are Really Looking For - for years 12 & 13 - 30th Sept
How expectations shift from GCSE to sixth form, and what admissions tutors are actually reading for. Kate Grace, a former Head of Careers, works through anonymised examples from real personal statements and interviews. Open to students, parents and the staff who support. Wednesday 30th Sept, 7.00 - 8.00pm, online https://thedegreegap.com/study/webinars/what-top-universities-look-for/
Greenwich University - Think Like an Entrepreneur: Skills for Your Future - 30th Sept
Entrepreneurship is about more than starting a business—it's about creativity, problem-solving, leadership, and spotting opportunities. Join this webinar led by the University of Greenwich to explore enterprise skills, learn what it takes to launch a business, and see how university can help you build the confidence, knowledge, and networks to achieve your goals. Wednesday 30th September, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/99abab55-01c3-47d6-b36c-243dc40971bb@89d07f47-d258-463c-8700-635ffaeca38e
Career Compass - Insight Sessions - Medicine & the NHS and Architecture - for years 12 & 13 - 28th & 30th Sept
Medicine and the NHS - Dive into the world of health care and medicine. Learn what it is to be a doctor, what skills and qualifications are required to succeed, what students can do today to become a doctor tomorrow and hear about a day in the life of different medical professionals. Monday 28th Sept, 17.30 - 18.30pm, online https://www.career-compass.co.uk/event-details/medicine-and-the-nhs-7
Architecture Industry Deep Dive - Join this Industry Deep Dive to explore the profession, discover the different career pathways available, and hear first-hand from industry professionals about their projects, experiences, and routes into the sector. Wednesday 30th Sept, 6.00 - 7.00pm, online https://www.career-compass.co.uk/event-details/architecture
Career Compass - CV Masterclass - for years 11 - 13 - 29th Sept
This practical workshop will show students how to create a professional CV, showcase their skills and experience effectively, and tailor it to the opportunities they are applying for. Students will learn what employers look for, discover how to make their CV stand out, avoid common mistakes, tailor their CV to different roles, and strengthen their applications for jobs, apprenticeships, and work experience. Tuesday 29th Sept, 6.00 - 7.15pm, online https://www.career-compass.co.uk/event-details/cv-masterclass-4
Hackney Educational Psychology Service - Insight Session Careers in Educational Psychology - 29th Sept
Are you interested in a career in Educational Psychology? Join Hackney EPS for an informal evening of networking and learn more about what Educational Psychologists actually do. Whether you are just beginning to explore becoming a psychologist or are about to apply to the 3-Year Doctorate, this open evening is a great opportunity to learn more and get guidance on the path to becoming an Educational Psychologist. Tuesday 29th Sept, 6.15pm @ CVS Hackney Dalston Lane https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hackney-educational-psychology-service-open-evening-2026-tickets-1998778310733
Addleshaw Goddard - Legal Explorer Programme – for year 12’s – Oct 26 – Aug 27 - Closing 30th Sept
The Legal Explorer Programme is Addleshaw Goddard's flagship work experience programme for ambitious students. The programme will run from October 2026 to August 2027 with monthly workshops, mentor meetings and finishes with a week of hands-on work experience. Participant on the Legal Explorer will receive:
A refurbished laptop to access online sessions and support studies.
Online workshops providing insight into Addleshaw Goddard and working on key skills for a future career in law.
A mentor to provide advice and support throughout the programme
A week of in-person paid work experience in the summer.
All travel expenses covered for in-person activities and a bursary at the end of the programme.
Opportunities to network with Addleshaw Goddard colleagues and learn more about the different roles available.
Channel Talent - A Step-By-Step Guide to Writing a Standout Personal Statement - 1st Oct
This interactive webinar will provide helpful advice and a practical guide to help students write a standout personal statement. The session covers
What universities are looking for
Real-life personal statement examples for you to discuss and critique
How to articulate points using evidence, along with some exercises that can be used to help put the statement together
Types of pre-university experience you can include in your statement
Practical tips to get started
There will also be an opportunity to ask questions. Everyone attending will receive a digital workbook that will help them to gather content, structure thoughts and get going with that difficult first draft.
Parents and carers are also welcome to attend the session to better understand how to support their young person. Thursday 1st Oct, 16:30 - 17:15pm, online https://www.channeltalent.co.uk/event/he-guidance-making-applying-to-university-easy-a-step-by-step-guide-to-writing-a-standout-personal-statement-with-higher-education-advisers-from-university-of-east-anglia-11/
Rambert - Future Movement — Dance & Performing Arts Programme - for ages 16 - 21 - Closing 2nd Oct
Future Movement is an in-depth, high-impact programme that aims to help young people unlock their creative potential and open doors into the performing arts industry. Participants will take part in weekly workshops and in-depth sessions with professionals involved in every aspect of creating It’s A Sin. They’ll also have the opportunity to take part in paid shadowing opportunities with creative, production, technical and promotional personnel and work together to create their own episode of Rambert’s Super Humans podcast series. Starts 7th October https://rambert.org.uk/participation/young-people/future-movement/
Arts Emergency – Mentoring opportunity (creative or cultural industries) – for ages 16 – 18 – Jan 26 – Jan 27 – Closing October 2nd
If you’re aged 16-18 and curious about a career in the creative or cultural industries but are not sure what steps to take, this could be a great opportunity! Students (mentees) will be matched with a suitable mentor who has knowledge about the career area they are interested in. Mentors will provide guidance and inspiration, offering 1:1 support, tailored advice, and helping mentees fulfil their goals. Alongside this mentees will join the Arts Emergency Young Community and have the chance to connect with peers and other creative professionals. Mentees must commit to meeting their mentor for an hour once a month between January 2027 and January 2028. https://www.arts-emergency.org/young-people/get-a-mentor
Uptree - London: FuturesUP, Spotlight on Law - for year 13’s - 16th Oct - Closing 2nd Oct
This event is designed for Year 13 students who have a strong understanding of the law profession, are clear about their areas of legal interest and are planning to apply for a solicitor apprenticeship in Autumn 2026 to begin in September 2027.
FuturesUP: Spotlight on Law is a full day at RPC's London office. This isn't a day of listening to people talk at you. Every session is hands-on, so participants leave having actually practised the skills firms are looking for, not just heard about them. Participants will take part in a mock interview bootcamp and psychometric testing, a commercial awareness case study, work on personal branding and networking and round off the day with the careers festival where students can meet recruiters and representatives from multiple law firms face to face. This in-person event takes place at RPC's offices, Tower Bridge House, St Katharine's Way, London E1W 1AA, Friday 16th October, 9:30 - 4:30pm. Lunch and refreshments will be provided free of charge https://uptree.co/events/futuresup/938532227/
Imperial College London - Virtual Personal Statement Webinar - for students of Black heritage in Year 13 - 3rd Oct
Imperial's African Caribbean Society is hosting this event to support prospective students of Black Heritage. The event includes insights and advice from members of Imperial admissions teams and current students, tips to help improve chances of a successful application and a Q&A panel. Saturday 3rd October, online https://imperial.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1H5eux9hCeeiIyG
Immediate Theatre - Hackney Youth Collective - for ages 18 - 30 - Closing 5th Oct
Applications are now open for the Hackney Young Collective’s free 15-week theatre-making programme. Whether you're interested in theatre, looking to build confidence, meet new people, develop skills, or explore creativity, this is a chance to work with industry professionals, create original work, and be part of a supportive creative community. Through hands-on theatre making, collaboration, mentoring, and real-world creative projects, participants will work alongside industry professionals to explore new ideas, develop their practice, and create original work. Introductory Sessions start September 24th, with Development and Planning workshops commencing October 5th https://immediate-theatre.com/work/pathways/hackney-young-collective
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park - East Autumn School (creative learning programme) - for ages 12 - 17 - 26th - 29th Oct - Closing 5th Oct
East Autumn School is a brand-new, free creative learning programme at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The programme is packed with hands-on workshops, behind-the-scenes experiences and opportunities to learn from people working in some of east London's most exciting organisations. From joining an e-sports event planning course with Staffordshire University to going backstage at ABBA Voyage for a workshop in lighting and audio design, there are a wide range of interactive workshops led by organisations from across the Park and east London.
Participants will have the chance to explore creative, cultural and educational industries, discover career pathways they may never have considered and gain real-world skills, confidence and experience. https://www.queenelizabetholympicpark.co.uk/community/east-ed/east-autumn-school
Lucy Cavendish College Cambridge - Academic Attainment Programme – for year 12’s – Closing 6th Oct
This is a free two-year enrichment program offering supplementary academic support designed to give students the best chance of achieving their full potential. Students will benefit from subject-specific tuition, skills-building discussion groups, expert university admissions guidance, and supra curricular exploration opportunities throughout their A-Level (or equivalent) studies. Starts in November 2026. https://www.lucy.cam.ac.uk/aap-apply
Rare - Vantage - free platform for students in years 12 & 13 interested in Law - first event 6th Oct
Starting Year 12 or Year 13 and thinking about a career in law?
Vantage is a free platform where students interested in a career in law can sign up to hear directly from employers about work experience, insight events and more. It provides aspiring lawyers exclusive access to experiences designed to help them understand what a career in law is really like. By joining Vantage, members will be able to:
Take part in bespoke online events focused on commercial awareness, legal careers, and developing key skills
Gain valuable insights into the day-to-day work of lawyers across different areas
Discover unique opportunities that can strengthen your CV, personal statement, and future applications
Attend exclusive webinars with legal professionals and industry experts and more.
The first online event is scheduled for Tuesday 6th October 2026, 5pm-6pm. To benefit from these invaluable opportunities, please follow these steps:
STEP 1: Create a profile on vantage here: https://www.vantageapp.io/
STEP 2: Once your profile has been created, register to attend their first online event on Thursday 6th October here: https://vantage.app.candidats.io/event/c0cbeebc-48d0-4ea2-8aa9-dbd68938f35a
Lloyds Banking Group - Insight to Lloyds Banking Group - for years 11 - 13 - 6th Oct
This event is for anyone who might be looking for apprenticeships or work experience this year. At this event, students will participate in workshops, network with staff, and hear about all of the key application deadlines for this year’s opportunities. They’ll hear straight from senior leaders about their journey, as well as recent apprentices and graduates and the advice they wish they’d had when starting out. In addition, those who attend this virtual event will be the first to hear about and apply for over eight in-person events at their offices all across the UK. The in person events take place on Saturdays. Tuesday 6th Oct, 5.00- 6.00pm, online https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LBG_Live_Oct
Amazing Apprentices - Explore Higher Technical Qualifications - for years 12 & 13 - 8th Oct
Are you thinking about your next steps after school or college? What are the alternatives to a full-time degree or degree apprenticeship?
Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications that are designed to give people the technical skills employers need for higher skilled jobs. Join this webinar to find out everything about HTQs including:
What are HTQs?
Why to consider choosing an HTQ when looking at post-18 options
What the progression routes look like
How to find an HTQ course
Thursday 8th Oct, 4.00 - 5.00pm, online https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_zLDJed2fDxCHluHTEPCbuQrSpEcVx4uShmWyaSCHl8/edit?tab=t.0
Ashurst Perkins Coie - ACCESS Commercial Law - for years 12 & 13 - Starting Nov - Closing 8th Oct
Interested in a career in law? ACCESS Commercial Law is a free virtual programme offering students insight into commercial law through six employer-led sessions and one-to-one mentoring with a legal professional. Participants will discover what commercial lawyers do, receive one-to-one mentoring, develop application and interview skills, build commercial awareness, and get advice on preparing for university and a legal career. The programme runs Nov 2026 - March 2027 https://www.ashurstperkinscoie.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates/uk-access-law/
Sutton Trust – Pathways to Law, Banking & Finance & Engineering – for year 12’s – Various closing dates October (in person) and Nov (online)
The Pathway programmes are completely free and run over two academic years, starting in year 12 and finishing before exams in year 13. The programmes include work experience, after-school and weekend skills workshops and information sessions, mentoring opportunities, networking events with universities and leading professionals, and (where relevant) a summer residential.
Pathways to Law
London School of Economics – Closing 19th Oct - https://pathwaysprogrammes.suttontrust.com/career-pathways/law/pathways-to-law-at-london-school-of-economics
Queen Mary University of London - Closing 26th Oct - https://pathwaysprogrammes.suttontrust.com/career-pathways/law/pathways-to-law-at-queen-mary-university-of-london
Online only – Closing 2nd Nov https://pathwaysprogrammes.suttontrust.com/career-pathways/law/pathways-to-law-with-sutton-trust-online
Pathways to Banking and Finance
London School of Economics - Closing 19th October – https://pathwaysprogrammes.suttontrust.com/career-pathways/banking-finance/pathways-to-banking-finance-at-london-school-of-economics
Online only – Closing 2nd November - https://pathwaysprogrammes.suttontrust.com/career-pathways/banking-finance/pathways-to-banking-finance-with-sutton-trust-online
Pathways to Engineering - Online only - Closing 2nd Nov - On the programme, students can expect to experience elements such as online work experience placements, after-school online skills workshops and information sessions, mentoring opportunities, and networking events with universities and leading professionals, all packed full of opportunities to develop the skills needed to access a career in Engineering. https://pathwaysprogrammes.suttontrust.com/career-pathways/engineering/pathways-to-engineering-online-with-the-sutton-trust
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