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InterExchange Camp USA matches international participants with summer camps in the U.S. in counselor positions.

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BBC Studios Early Careers Apprenticeships 2027

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BBC Studios Early Careers Apprenticeships 2027

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National charity helping people with Anxiety - Anxiety UK

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Addiction

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Addiction is a common problem, but help is available.
Addiction is defined as not having control over doing, taking or using something to the point where it could be harmful to you.

Addiction is most commonly associated with gambling, drugs, alcohol and smoking, but it's possible to be addicted to just about anything, including:

work - some people are obsessed with their work to the extent that they become physically exhausted; if your relationship, family and social life are affected and you never take holidays, you may be addicted to work

internet - as computer and mobile phone use has increased, so too have computer and internet addictions; people may spend hours each day and night surfing the internet or gaming while neglecting other aspects of their lives

solvents - volatile substance abuse is when you inhale substances such as glue, aerosols, petrol or lighter fuel to give you a feeling of intoxication

shopping - shopping becomes an addiction when you buy things you don't need or want to achieve a buzz; this is quickly followed by feelings of guilt, shame or despair

What causes addictions?

There are lots of reasons why addictions begin. In the case of drugs, alcohol and nicotine, these substances affect the way you feel, both physically and mentally. These feelings can be enjoyable and create a powerful urge to use the substances again.

Gambling may result in a similar mental "high" after a win, followed by a strong urge to try again and recreate that feeling. This can develop into a habit that becomes very hard to stop.

Being addicted to something means that not having it causes withdrawal symptoms, or a "come down". Because this can be unpleasant, it's easier to carry on having or doing what you crave, and so the cycle continues.

Often, an addiction gets out of control because you need more and more to satisfy a craving and achieve the "high".

How addictions can affect you

The strain of managing an addiction can seriously damage your work life and relationships. In the case of substance misuse (for example, drugs and alcohol), an addiction can have serious psychological and physical effects.

Some studies suggest a person's risk of becoming addicted is partly genetic, but environmental factors, such as being around other people with addictions, are also thought to increase the risk.

Behaviours such as substance misuse can be a way of blocking out difficult issues. Unemployment and poverty can trigger addiction, along with stress and emotional or professional pressure.

Getting help for addictions

Addiction is a treatable condition. Whatever the addiction, there are lots of ways you can seek help. You could see your GP for advice or contact an organisation that specialises in helping people with addictions.

You can use the following online directories to find addiction treatment services in your area:

To speak to someone anonymously about any type of addiction, you can call the Samaritans free on 116 123.

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An overview of what addiction is, the various types of addictions, and how they can be treated.

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On Thursday 30 November from 2:30am - 7:30am, you won't be able to contact Childline whilst we do some important maintenance to our systems. This means that 1-2-1 chats, calling and messages to Childline will be unavailable. You'll still be able to use the Childline website for advice and information.

If you're in danger or it's an emergency, you should always call 999

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Mission: Innovation – Explore the STEM World of Defence & Technology

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Mission: Innovation – Explore the STEM World of Defence & Technology

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Are You 14–19 and Into STEM, Tech, Science, or Engineering — and fascinated by cutting-edge technology and innovation? Step Into the Future with QinetiQ!

Join us for a 3-day remote work experience with QinetiQ, where you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how we lead in defence, security and aerospace

Remote

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Military & Security

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Apprenticeship roles ranging from:

Wind Turbine Technician

Health Physics

Health, Safety & Environment

Business Administration

Human Resources

Data Analyst

DevOps Engineer

Project Management

Nuclear Engineering

Chemistry

Maintenance, Operations & Engineering Technician

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How do I apply?

When you find a vacancy that you wish to apply for, click the 'Apply now' button. You'll be offered the choice of applying using your LinkedIn profile or alternatively, you can upload your CV to your application.

You'll receive an email acknowledging your application and one of our dedicated team will review your application personally.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you encounter any accessibility challenges during your online application, please let us know by contacting: yourfuture@edfenergy.com and one of the recruitment team will be in touch.

Are there any issues applying for roles using an iCloud email address?

We've identified some infrequent issues when applicants apply via an iCloud email address. To ensure you receive all communications, we recommend using an alternative email provider to apply for roles where possible.

I wanted to apply for a position I saw, but it's not listed anymore - can I still apply?

All of our Early Careers roles do have a closing date listed, however, occasionally, we may close roles early if we reach our application numbers. If you're interested in a vacancy which has closed, please contact: yourfuture@edfenergy.com and the team will help you. You can also register your interest on our careers site, so that you get notified of any future roles which may suit your requirements.

How can I check the status of my application?

We always respond to applications as soon as possible, and we will aim to update you on progress within 7 working days, however, you can also monitor progress on your application through your EDF profile on the careers site, or by emailing us for an update at: yourfuture@edfenergy.com.

Who can I contact for feedback on my application?

Due to the high number of applications that we receive, we're unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who are not successful at application or online testing stage. After online testing, you'll receive a personalised feedback report, which will guide you on your areas of strength and areas of development for the future. If you have any questions, or would like feedback following other stages of the process, please contact us at: yourfuture@edfenergy.com

Do you accept speculative applications?

Instead of accepting speculative CVs, we advise you to register your details on our careers website and set up alerts for future opportunities which will be relevant to you.

What do you do with my personal details?

At EDF, we respect your privacy and value the trust you put in us when you share your personal details with us. Find more information on what data we collect and why we collect this data from you:EDF privacy and cookie policy.

Who do I contact for queries about Graduate Programmes, Industrial Placements, Apprenticeships or Work Experience opportunities?

For Graduate, 12-month Placement and Apprentice queries, please contact the Early Careers Recruitment Team at: YourFuture@edfenergy.com. If you're interested in work experience, we offer virtual work experience, which you can access here Virtual Work Experience.

I'm a Recruitment Consultant, how can I work with EDF?

We don't use Recruitment Agencies for Early Careers recruitment. For Experienced Hire recruitment, we operate a preferred supplier list for recruitment agencies and are unable to accept unsolicited or speculative applications from suppliers not on the list. Please contact us to find out more here: AgencyQueries@edfenergy.com.

As part of our recruitment process, it is essential that you have the right to work in the UK. During your onboarding, we will ask you to complete a right to work check, which may be conducted either virtually or in person, depending on your documentation. We will inform you of the specific process when we begin onboarding.

For all our Early Careers programmes, if you meet our role requirements at application review, we'll take you through to the next part of the process. The next stage is a test that will focus on your natural skills and behaviours. This will come from a company called Arctic Shores. Keep an eye on your inbox and remember to check your spam/junk folder too as they may pop in there!

If you pass our testing, you'll move on to our video interview. This is a one-way video interview, where we will ask you a series of scenario-based questions for you to respond to.

Almost there! Following the video interview, we will get in contact with you (usually within 3 weeks) to let you know if you have been successful at moving onto the next stage or not. The next stage will be an assessment centre or face-to-face interview, depending on the programme you have applied for. You can find out more about each stage of our assessment process on the EDF Careers site. The whole process usually takes 6-8 weeks and we'll be in touch throughout.

How does the interview process work?

Interviews are designed to measure the skills and behaviours required to be successful in each of the programmes we offer. All candidates are assessed against the same set of skills and behaviours to ensure fairness and these are specific to the role that's been applied to.

Our face-to-face interviews are carried out by Hiring Managers, Recruiters, and HR colleagues from across the business and these can be done virtually or in person.

These are done as a standalone interview for our Industrial Placement programmes, but for Graduate and Apprentice programmes, they form part of the assessment centre day.

What happens at an assessment centre?

If you're invited to an assessment centre, the recruitment team will let you know what to expect. Our assessment days will involve several different exercises, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate all the different skills and behaviours that are important to the programme you have applied for.

Our assessment centres are usually done virtually, but you will be advised of this when you receive your invitation. We will also send you more information about what to expect on the day when we invite you to the assessment centre.

What to wear for my interview?

At EDF, most people wear smart casual attire. However, interviewees usually dress in business-wear. A good example of this is a clean and ironed shirt with smart trousers/skirt or suit and smart shoes. This is just as important for a video interview as it is when meeting us face-to-face.

What is the dress code?

For site and remote technical roles you'll be provided with a uniform and necessary PPE. Otherwise, our employees are expected to dress appropriately for the environment in which they work.

When will I hear the outcome?

We know you'll be keen to hear the outcome of your interview or assessment centre, so we will always aim to update you within 7 days of an assessment centre or within 7 days of our final interview taking place.

How do I tell you about any adjustments required in respect of a disability?

We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you encounter any accessibility challenges during your online application, or you require any adjustments or support during the selection process, please let us know by contacting: yourfuture@edfenergy.com.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities, which means that if you meet the minimum criteria for the opportunity and you share your disability with us, you will automatically progress to the video interview stage of our selection process.

I have just finished School / College and don't have any work experience - can I still apply to EDF?

Yes, we don't require you to have any previous work experience for our Early Careers programmes. You can find out more about all of the programmes we offer on our early careers page.

Who do I contact for queries about Graduate Programmes, Industrial Placements, Apprenticeships or Work Experience opportunities?

Please contact our Early Careers Recruitment Team here: YourFuture@edfenergy.com

We're aware that a number of employment scams have targeted EDF recently and we take this very seriously. If you receive something that looks suspicious please don't respond or click on any links or attachments. You can report any suspicious communications to us by emailing fraud@edfenergy.com.

To help you remain vigilant, please note the following:

Our Recruitment Team will only use an official EDF email address to contact you.

EDF will never request financial information or payments during the recruitment process.

You can apply for all EDF job opportunities on our company website.

You should never disclose any personal information (national insurance number, date of birth, bank account details, address) or make payments to an unknown party.

If you live in the UK and believe that you're a victim of identity fraud please visit:ICO: Identity theft.

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We put on a wide variety of events and programmes for teachers, school pupils, and parents/guardians throughout the year. These range from more general informational webinars to subject-specific masterclasses and even in–person day and residential events at Emmanuel. You can take a look at examples of previous events to give you a flavour of our offering as well as any upcoming opportunities by navigating to our events listing page.

While some of our Outreach events are open to all, the majority will have eligibility requirements and selection criteria relating to Widening Participation flags. This is part of our commitment to the University's Access and Participation Plan to support underserved communities as well as those from backgrounds that have historically been underrepresented at Cambridge.

Our Outreach | Emmanuel College

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Welcome to Emmanuel Outreach!

Here at Emmanuel, we are committed to encouraging young people with academic potential to apply to top universities, no matter their socio-economic or educational background. Our Outreach Team works with schools and students from across the country to promote access to Higher Education, raise aspirations, and answer common questions about the University of Cambridge.

As part of the University's Area Links Scheme, we primarily work with state-maintained schools in Sheffield, Essex, Thurrock and Southend-on-Sea. Our team is the first point of contact at the University of Cambridge for any teachers or students from these Local Authorities.

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Pathway to Property University if Reading Summer School

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Join us on one of the Pathways to Property programme activities to find out more. ummer School  Attend a fully funded residential on the University of Reading campus for 4 days over the Summer. You will have the opportunity to: • Attend real estate taster lectures • Go on site visits • Complete a group project • Meet key employers at a careers event

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Pathways to Property; Pathways 2 Property; P2P

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Avenue Q Theatre Trip - Thursday 26th March 2026 We are pleased to inform you that a Sixth Form trip has been arranged to see Avenue Q in the West End on the 26th of March in 2026. This trip is a wonderful opportunity for students to experience a professional stage production that combines puppetry, comedy, and contemporary themes in a highly engaging format. Avenue Q is a Tony Award–winning musical known for its humour, creativity, and unique blend of live actors and puppetry. While the show contains mature themes, these are presented in a stylised and comedic manner that encourages reflection and discussion. We believe the performance will enrich students’ understanding of theatre craft, characterisation, and modern musical theatre.

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What is an Insight Day?
Insight Days (run through Futures for All) are 3–5 hour sessions built to help young people explore an industry in a structured, engaging way. They’re designed specifically for students aged 14–19 and are a great fit for learners who benefit from a bite-size, focused introduction. During this session, students will:

Take part in hands-on activities that build communication, teamwork, and problem-solving

Hear directly from Care UK staff about day-to-day life in the sector

Explore a range of roles: from care and activities to maintenance and wellbeing support

Join an open Q&A to get honest answers about routes into the field

Get guidance on next steps and potential career pathways

This event is especially valuable for students who:

Are curious about care but aren’t sure where to start

Prefer shorter, structured learning experiences

Want to see how their classroom learning connects to real-world roles

Are exploring progression routes post-16

The team at Care UK have asked for students to watch the following Industry Spotlight Talk to prepare for their learning. Why not watch it as a class? Here is the link: https://www.futuresforall.org/inspirational-talks/industry-spotlight-with-care-uk

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Insights Webinar (Y12/S4/S5)

Date & Time: Tue 2 Jun, 4:30–5:30 PM

Who: Year 12 students interested in law apprenticeships

Details: Intro to Trowers & Hamlins, routes to qualification

Register: https://uptree.co/events/trowers-hamlins/3356257766/

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When you apply for this event, we use the information you give us to check if you meet the requirements set by the employer. If your application is successful, we will share your first name, last name, and your parent or guardian's mobile number with the employer. We may also include any dietary or medical information you choose to share during your application to help keep you safe.

We use this information to make sure the event is safe and runs smoothly. All the information we share with the employer is sent securely in protected files and deleted after the event is over.

If the employer needs any extra information about you, we will always ask for your clear permission first. This means you must say 'yes' before we share anything.
Photography and videography consent
At any Uptree event, including online ones using video conferencing, we and the employer hosting the event might take photos or videos to share in marketing materials. This means the pictures or videos could appear on our website, social media, in press releases, or other places to help more people learn about Uptree. We might also share these photos with the employer hosting the event, so they can use them too.

By signing up for an event with Uptree, you are giving us and the employer permission to take and use photos of you. If you don't want us to take photos of you, please email us with your name and the event name at educationteam@uptree.co.

If you'd like to share your experience on LinkedIn or other social media, you're welcome to take photos at the in-person events! Just make sure to be professional, ask permission before taking pictures of other people or employer volunteers, and only take photos at appropriate times so you don't interrupt the event.

For online events, screenshots aren't ever allowed. This helps keep everyone's privacy safe, which is really important. Don't worry-after the event, we'll send out some great photos that you can share on social media. We'll make sure everyone in the pictures is happy to be included!
Marketing and feedback consent
After every Uptree event, we ask for feedback through a short, anonymous survey. This helps us improve our events and services. Sometimes, we also use the feedback in our marketing, which means your comments might appear on our website, social media, or in press releases to help people learn about Uptree.

Your feedback will always stay anonymous-this means no one will know it was you who gave the feedback. We might also share the feedback with the employer who hosted the event so they can make their events better and use it in their own marketing.

By filling out the feedback form, you're giving Uptree permission to use your comments and share them with employers, but your name will never be included unless we obtain your permission in writing. If you would prefer not to share your feedback, then that is absolutely fine and will not affect your ability to participate in Uptree events, just let your Event Host know on the day.

Here is the link to our Privacy Notice where you can remind yourself how we collect and process your data.

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Virtual: Trowers & Hamlins, Insights Webinar for Y12 students - Event on Tue, June 2, 2026

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Solicitor Apprenticeship (Y13/S5/S6)

Locations: Birmingham, Exeter, London, Manchester

Start: Sep 2026 | Assessment Centres: Mar 2026

Eligibility:

128 UCAS points (ABB) from top 3 A-Levels

6 GCSEs (Grade 6/B+ in English & Maths)

Salary: £23k regional | £26k London

Application deadline: 20 Feb 2026

More info https://uptree.co/opportunities/trowers-hamlins/1079539088/

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Trowers & Hamlins: Solicitor Apprenticeship, Birmingham, Exeter, London & Manchester - Jobs and placements

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KPMG Apprenticeship Programmes in Audit, Tax and KPMG Business Services are open now.

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KPMG Apprenticeship Programmes in Audit, Tax and KPMG Business Services are open now.

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KPMG apprenticeships are a great alternative to university, offering:

-    £24,000 - £26,250 salary (dependent on programme and location)
-    Fully funded professional qualifications
-    Six days of volunteering per year
-    25 days of holiday and your birthday off

Plus many more benefits!

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Experience life in the creative industry

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Applications are still open for the Lessons from Auschwitz Learning Hub

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Applications are still open for the Lessons from Auschwitz Learning Hub

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Available free of charge, the Lessons from Auschwitz Learning Hub is a unique educational learning platform designed for post-16 students.

Participants will also have the exciting opportunity to hear the testimony of a Holocaust survivor, and participate in a Q&A session with them via a webinar taking place in June.

Sign up by clicking the link

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Holocaust Educational Trust - The Lessons from Auschwitz Learning Hub

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The Learning Hub is the sister project of our flagship programme Lessons from Auschwitz. This Learning Hub offers post-16 students the opportunity to explore an online learning resource independently and at their own pace. The Learning Hub consists of progressive modules which introduce the history of the Holocaust and address some of the key historical issues that are often misunderstood by students in Holocaust education.

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Law & Legal Services Virtual work experience

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Introduction to TLT and the Legal Profession

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Virtual Taster Courses

Led by industry professionals, Virtual Taster Courses provide young people with a glimpse into the world of work. By carrying out these real-world tasks, students gain the knowledge and skills to help them succeed in their future careers.

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We are delighted to announce our newest partnership with the NHS, bringing a host of exciting virtual events for you and your students in January as part of National Work Experience week.

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Digdata - a Data Inspiration Group programme

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NHS career challenges - Digdata - a Data Inspiration Group programme

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Speakers for Schools is excited to present its weekly broadcast schedule! This schedule will be updated regularly and talks will be targeted to different age groups are accessible via signing up using the registration from links below. registration closes at 12pm the day before the broadcast date - links are then sent out by email that afternoon.

Tips on participating in the Broadcast
To access the talks, links should be opened in a browser that is not Internet Explorer and students should join the live event anonymously, there is no need to create a log in.
Students wishing to see subtitles for the broadcast can turn them on via the panel on the right-hand side of the screen.

Further guidance on how to access talks can be found here.

Questions for speakers can be submitted via Q+A Function during the talk which will be made live for students to submit questions. The questions submitted will be moderated by a member of the SFS team and approved if relevant.

We send out the join link to our broadcasts the day before. Should you require the join link earlier, please email broadcasts@speakersforschools.org

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Find the right career path for you, in your own time!️

Navigating the world of work can be daunting and stressful. We understand, we've been through it with thousands of students, we feel your pain. Complete our experiences around your studies and begin your career now.
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Connect with industry experts, complete mini-activities, and get noticed by employers 💼

In-depth, interactive and informative virtual work experiences from industry experts in the world's leading employers.

Understand industries and the world's best employers as if you were already working there.

Choose the right career path and boost your CV at this critical stage of your career.

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Frequently asked questions 🤔

I have a question about my application or programme eligibility

When will I hear back if I have been successful with my application?
Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!
Can I apply to multiple programmes?
Yes, you can sign up to multiple programmes with us. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any potential clashes.
Who can take part in the programme? (Age limits, some programmes have location constraints but most don't etc.)
Most of our programmes require students to be in school/college. Some programmes require students to be based in specific regions of the UK, this is stipulated by the organisations themselves, and is not defined by Springpod.

However, the ages mentioned on our programmes are more of a guideline than a strict limit. As such, we more than welcome older students to apply as well!

I have a question about my assignment

How long does it take for assignments to be reviewed?
Assignments can take up to a week or longer to review and be marked complete. Rest assured, it will be reviewed soon and your certificate will be generated once your programme has been marked as complete.
What do I do if I upload the wrong file?
If you make a mistake when uploading a file, please email hello@springpod.com. We will be able to make a note on our system. Don't worry, the outcome of your programme will not be affected by this.

I have a question about the programme dates, deadline or workload

I won't be able to complete the programme, can I have an extension?
There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).
When does the programme start?
Our programmes have various start dates, you can find the exact date on the programme website page. These are available here: https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/search

You will be notified if your application has been successful, 3 days before the programme start date.
What happens if I can't finish the work experience in time?
All programme material will remain accessible after the end date of the programme. Students can continue to work through their programme after the official end date. Although, if possible, we would strongly encourage students to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions.
How long will I have to complete this programme?
There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).
How much work is required for these programmes? (Will I be able/should I complete more than one programme at a time)?
There is around 10 hours worth of work in total, spread across a two week period. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any work whenever possible.
When do the programmes run? (programme structure etc.)
The live talks will take place during weekday working hours. However, all live talks will be available as recordings and the courses can be completed at your own convenience. Once you have access, you can view and complete the material as and when you can, within the time frame of the course in question (for example, within a two week period). In total, there is around 10 hours worth of work. There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

I have a question about the live talks

What happens if I can't make a live talk/webinar?
All live talks will be available as recordings. You can access these at the same link used to access the live event. So don't worry if you can't attend a live webinar, a recording will be available for you to access through your programme within 24 hours of the live event finishing.
What software is required for the live talks?
We use a piece of software called BigMarker. It is a cloud based video hosting software. It requires no installations or downloads on your end, and will provide everything you need to join the live webinars through one simple link.
Will I be able to ask questions/do I have to have my microphone on?
You will have a chance to ask questions at the end of each webinar. These questions are typed out and then read to the presenter by the host of the live talk. There is no need to speak, and all student microphones will be muted for the duration of the live webinar.

I have a question about the certificate

Will I receive a certificate on completion of the programme?
You will receive a certificate on completion of your programme. It will be made available to download whenever your programme is marked as complete.

I want to delete my account

How can I delete my account?
You can delete your account following the below steps

Can you please ensure you log into your account at the following link: https://www.springpod.com

Once logged in, click on your name in the top right-hand corner, select settings and then 'delete account'.

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Browse the Opendays.com calendar of university and college open days

November 2023

Saturday 18 November 2023 open day London

18-Nov Open Day

Do you dream of studying Animation, Games or Visual Effects in London? At Escape Studios, we've been supplying the creative industries with studio-ready talent in these key areas since 2002.

Book your place at our open day on Saturday 18th November, starting at 10:00am or 1:00pm, to:

Explore our brand-new campus on the Greenwich Peninsula

Discover the world of Animation, Games and Visual Effects

Meet our expert tutors and current students

Check out our green screen and motion capture demo

Livestream option available (1:00pm start time only)

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Saturday 25 November 2023 open day Bedfordshire

25-Nov Open Day

Visit Cranfield University on Saturday 25th November.

It's your opportunity to hear from our academics about taught master's and research degrees and get insight from our current students on what it's like to live and study at Cranfield.

Explore our campus

Visit our world class facilities and

Check out our accommodation options

This is your first step to joining a community of incredible individuals.

Saturday 25 November 2023 open day Lancashire

25-Nov Open Day

p>We have a tradition of inspiring great futures. Experience yours at our Open Day on Saturday 25 November.

Get a feel for campus on a student-led tour.

Meet the staff who will be teaching you.

View our award-winning accommodation.

Experience specialist facilities you'll use on your course.

Learn about fees, funding, and student support.

Meet our students, as well as other potential students - just like you.

If you only plan on attending one open day. Make it Edge Hill.

Book your open day today.

Sunday 26 November 2023 open day Gwynedd

26-Nov Open Day

Discover what Bangor University can offer at an on-campus Open Day on Sunday, 26 November.

On the day you'll have the opportunity to:

Learn more about our courses

Take a tour of our accommodation

Explore our campus

Connect with course leaders and lecturers

Chat to current students and get a real insight into student life

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Why Choose Premed Projects

If you're thinking about trying out some hospital work or virtual medicine courses, Premed Projects might be just what you're looking for. We've been doing this for a while now, since 2015, to be exact. Lots of students like you have given it a thumbs up. Whether you're 14 or older, we've got something interesting for you, whether it's getting hands-on in a hospital or exploring medicine virtually. Our courses are designed to give you a taste of what working in healthcare is like. And if you're 14 or older aiming for med school, we're here to help you out. Let's make your journey into healthcare a bit more exciting!

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Explore the world of medicine with our in-person hospital work experience. Join us for hands-on learning suitable for ages 14 and up. Embark on your medical journey today!

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Year 13 form 8.30-9am

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Next, you'll need to write about your personal skills and achievements. Universities like to know the abilities you have that'll help you on the course, or generally with life at university.
Don't forget to include evidence to back up why you're so excited about the course(s) you've chosen.

Be bold and talk about the achievements you're proud of.

Include positions of responsibility you hold, or have held, both in and out of school.

What are the things that make you interesting, special, or unique?

Your work experience and future plans are important to include. You should share details of jobs, placements, work experience, or voluntary work, particularly if it's relevant to your course.

Try to link any experience to skills or qualities that'll make you successful.

If you know what you'd like to do after as a career, explain how you plan to use the knowledge and experience that you'll gain to launch your career.

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Stand out from the crowd by showcasing who you are and what you can bring to a university as you begin your undergraduate journey.