The University of Sussex Year 10 Summer School will be running between Tuesday 4th July and Thursday 6th July this year, and provides a chance for young people to experience what it is like to be a University student. Over the three days, students will:
Experience a taster of University learning across a diverse variety of academic subjects. Woven into this will be engaging sessions providing advice on studying techniques, and basic stress management tips.
An insight into social activities students get involved in on campus, including options for sports evenings, film nights, and a quiz night in a Student Union venue.
Learning about the practicalities of living and studying on campus from our fantastic student ambassadors, alongside an ambassador networking session.
An opportunity to meet other young people in the local area, forging new connections and friendships.
The Summer School is free of charge and includes accommodation, travel, and food for all dates. The deadline for applications is Friday 9th June 2023. We will be unable to consider any applications received after this deadline.
Applications are open to all Year 10 students who currently attend one of our partner schools. Applications are open to students who live in an area identified as a low-participation neighbourhood or area of deprivation. You can check whether you live in one of these areas by entering your postcode into the postcode checkers on our selection criteria page.
We will also consider applications from students who meet at least one of the following criteria:
Students who are or have been eligible for Free School Meals in the last five years.
Students in receipt of Pupil Premium support.
Students who are care experienced.
Students who are a young carer.
Students who are the child of a Military Service Family.
Students who are estranged from their family.
Students from a Gypsy, Roma or Traveller background.
Students who are a refugee or asylum seeker.
A student with physical and/or mental health conditions, long-term illnesses, or learning differences.
To apply, please fill in the application form here.
Please note, due to limited spaces available all applications are a register of interest only. Places are not guaranteed until students receive a confirmation email from us.
If you have any questions please contact us at: participate@sussex.ac.uk