A2 Opportunities by Realising Aspirations

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Take a look at the different Access Schemes and WP Initiatives on offer to you in Year 13 (linked below).

^{Click the links to...
1. Find out how to apply and what's involved
2. Check eligibility criteria
3. Make a note of programme deadlines!

Email Alex if you have any questions alex.noble@asfc.ac.uk}

Chanel Talent

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Click to view virtual events relating to a variety of subject areas.

Search your subject of choice and sign up to information talks, taster sessions and more!

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Find lots of opportunities to help develop your employability and transferable skills to support your next steps...

Make sure to have a look at vacancies posted on Canvas too!

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Scroll through a variety of university opportunities:

^{1. Subject specific events
2. Open days
3. University taster sessions

And more...}

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Linked below are contacts and information to support you during your time at college.

Also find events to join in person or virtually!

Keep up to date with ASFC socials...

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Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok!

SUBJECT OPPORTUNITIES

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Scan the code or copy the link to head over to the 'Subject Opportunities' padlet: https://bit.ly/3x4XtKf

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Check back here for any college updates!

University of Dundee videos

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Access a large number of Q&A videos, clips from undergraduates and subject specific content!

Opendays.com

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Find open days from a variety of universities up and down the country, virtually or in person!

360 Degrees Podcast - University of Southampton

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Student Stream: virtual work experience opportunities

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Forage - work experience platform

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Uptree: Work experience opportunities

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^{Find out more on their website: https://uptree.co/students/}

Uptree: Work experience + events

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Interview Skills – apprenticeship and job interview checklist

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^{Resource provider: Greater Manchester Higher}

Interview Skills – Different types of interview

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^{Resource provider: Greater Manchester Higher}

University of York: Free online courses (MOOC)

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_{^{'There are no entry requirements for our MOOCs; you'll be part of a global learning community. These free online courses, designed by our world-leading academics, offer the perfect insight into a wide range of subjects.}}

_{^{Courses last between two and four weeks, delivered through online videos, quizzes, case studies and discussions with fellow learners. All you need is an internet connection and a passion to learn.}}

_{^{In addition to our MOOCs, we've also launched courses exclusively for York offer holders, both delivered in partnership with FutureLearn.}}

_{^{Our Exploring Everyday Chemistry course received a}}_{^{Royal Society of Chemistry 2021 Horizon Award}}_{^{for groundbreaking innovation in education.'}}

Down Dog - Yoga app

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^{Find out more about signing up by clicking the link.}

The Body Coach

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RNCM YOUNG VOICES - A NEW GROUP FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

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_{^{"RNCM Young Voices is an exciting new vocal group for anyone aged 14 to 18 to rehearse}}_^and_{^{perform in a relaxed and fun environment. It’s free, there’s no audition and no previous experience is needed, just energy and a passion for singing. The group will work with dynamic vocal leaders Dominic Lawson and Nicole Battick, plus an inspirational group of young RNCM singers. Music will include pop, gospel, jazz, musicals and world music and the groups will perform at events across Manchester and further afield. We’ll train all our young singers how to use their voice and perform with confidence.}}_{^{When is it?}}_{^{Rehearsals are on Wednesday from 7-9pm at the RNCM}}_^Joining_{^{: Simply email us at}}_{^{communityoutreach@rncm.ac.uk}}_{^{. We're offering 10 free singing lessons with an RNCM singer to the first 20 people who join."}}

Uptree: Online Employability Courses

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^{Find a variety of free online employability and careers learning programmes designed to support you with your next steps after college.}

Rise @ MMU

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^{1. Log in by going to}^{https://rise.mmu.ac.uk/}^{and clicking 'Microsoft Log In'

2. Use your college log in system.

3. Explore the series of 5 mini courses called 'Step Up to Study' which aims to prepare students for university level study.}

Follow Realising Aspirations on Instagram

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PARTNERS Programme - Newcastle University

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First Generation Scholarship Programme

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Click the link to find the application form.

Springpod

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Writing a Successful Person Statement

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Minds Matter Neighbourhood Drop In Sessions across Tameside and Glossop

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Beewellgm

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Find resources, events, and activities.

Employability Workshops

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UKYouth

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UK Youth: Digital Resource Hub

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Helping Hand Tameside

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^{Tameside Council have launched the Helping Hand, a signposting page to direct local residents to support that they may need. The page can be found here:}^{Helping Hand Tameside- find help local to you}

^{Information on the following support is included:}

^{· Mental health}

^{· Money management}

^{· Housing}

^{· Employment and work skills}

^{· Essentials (food, clothing, childcare)}

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Scroll to find a variety of internal and external enrichment opportunities.

Email Lara Teksen for more information!

NHS Careers + Apprenticeships

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Hints and tips for EPQ and beyond - Lancaster University

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Revision Skills and Learning Style

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^{"Recognising and using your preferred learning style, and varying your experiences, can make revision easier, less of a chore and more effective."}

4Skills Work Experience - Channel 4 online programme

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Lancaster Access Programme

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Screen Skills: Jobs

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Our courses have been proven to increase confidence and develop the skills needed to enter Higher Education and succeed with learning.

You can choose an OpenLearn course from a wide range of subjects. Some are based on Open University course materials. Others are written specifically for OpenLearn.
To find all free courses, click HERE

EY Career Starters

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^{Career Starters is a work experience opportunity for students to learn more about EY, the work we do and what it is like to be an apprentice at EY.

If you’re considering an alternative to university, this programme will give you an insight into the world of EY, and help you decide if the EY Business Apprenticeship is right for you.}

Sheffield Hallam University - Progress

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^{SHU Progress provides support for applicants whose personal circumstances might mean that there are barriers to going to university.}

^{The scheme provides additional support in the year of application and throughout the application process, including your transition to becoming a university student.}

Free Journalism Workshops, Q&A sessions and open days

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_{The sessions are hosted by our award-winning editors and training team, giving you a glimpse into the industry and the sort of training you’d receive as a student on our BA (hons) Multimedia Journalism Degree.
These journalism masterclasses and open days are for those wishing to dip their toe in the water before taking the plunge and applying for a journalism degree.}
More info and sign up HERE (Scroll down for the sign up form.)

Dr Radha’s Top Tips For Stress

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Resources for Women in Tech

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Your Game Plan

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"^{DIGITAL LEARNING - ACCELERATE YOUR EDUCATION WITH OUR SKILLS HUBS"}^{Sign up to access digital learning courses to gain the soft and employability skills needed in the work place.}

SMBP Work Insight & Skills Programme for Year 12 and 13 students

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^{_{The programme will provide you with the opportunity to spend time with four different high-profile organisations where you will learn about their business, the career routes available to you and develop key skills by getting involved in interactive business-like tasks. Last but not least, you will also spend a day with a professional sports club learning about the psychology of resilience, coping mechanisms and goal achievement models.}}

Mazars jos + opportunities

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National Grid

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RICS

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UCL Study Prep

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UCL Study Prep is a free online course for students in Year 13 who are preparing to study at university.

Resources for young people in Years 12 and 13

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^{How to use this page:}

^{To make it easy to find relevant resources, everything is grouped by A-Level subject.}
^{Some resources can apply to lots of different topics so maybe appear multiple times in different sections.}
^{Scroll down to the subject you are interested in for a list of resources, with short descriptions and a link to where you can find them online.}
^{Some resources also have an accompanying} ^{PDF worksheet you can download.}

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It's not too late to attend a university open day. As part of their UCAS research, students can attend university open days at universities in throughout the year. See list below of a selection of local universities and dates.

Headstart Huddersfield

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Next Step Bristol

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_{The University of Bristol's Next Step Bristol programme is a fantastic opportunity for year 13 students from Black or Asian backgrounds to experience the University through a series of virtual events.}

Access to Leeds

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Amazing Apprenticeships

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HIGHER & DEGREE LISTING!

Explore 250+ Higher and Degree apprenticeship vacancies in the October edition of the Higher & Degree listing 23.

Discover vacancy details from over 50 employers, including:

Vacancy locations
Salary information
Direct application links

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Extended Project Qualification: Presenting The EPQ With Becky Naylor-Teece From University of Southampton

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March 5 @ 14:00 - 14:45

Access to UCL Scheme

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UCLAN Scholars Programme

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University of Sheffield: Online taster sessions

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