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SUMMARY:Get Ahead Event
DESCRIPTION:Location: Newcastle University Campus \nEvent information: Get ahead on your journey to higher education with Newcastle University. Apply for our in-person event for Year 12 (or equivalent) students now. Get ahead is for year 12 (or equivalent) students. It is your opportunity to learn some new skills\, meet some current students\, and explore campus. Visit us on April 14th and meet current Students\, go on a campus tour\, take part in a academic skills session and attend a subject taster session. Each 1 hour evening session is a new opportunity to learn a new skill\, find out more information about University\, ask questions and see our campus. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: Find out more here\, or follow this link to book a place. \nRO Travel Scheme: Newcastle University will reimburse up to £10 of travel cost to come to out on-campus event on April 14th for RO students. Information on how to claim this reimbursement will be sent in an email to all attendees in advance of the event. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Sam Mead at realising.opportunities@ncl.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/get-ahead-event/
LOCATION:Newcastle University\, Newcastle University\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Tyne and Wear\, NE1 7RU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T130626Z
UID:12119-1681837200-1681840800@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Get Ahead Virtual Session
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \nEvent information: Get ahead on your journey to higher education with Newcastle University. Apply for our virtual event for Year 12 (or equivalent) students now. ‘Zoom’ in to Newcastle on April 18th\, 19th\, and 20th. Each 1 hour evening session is a new opportunity to learn a new skill\, find out more information about University\, ask questions and see our campus. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: Find out more here\, or follow this link to book a place. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Sam Mead at realising.opportunities@ncl.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/get-ahead-virtual-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T190000
DTSTAMP:20230210T171027Z
CREATED:20230209T155620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T171027Z
UID:11404-1681840800-1681844400@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Lancaster Live Q&A (Exam Prep and University)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: Our monthly webinar series for the Access Programme featuring our staff and student ambassadors to add your submitted and live questions on examination preparation and how it would impact your university experience. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13 \nHow to book a place: Book a place by following this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Ele Dove at e.dove@lancaster.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/lancaster-live-qa-exam-prep-and-university/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230419T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230726T170000
DTSTAMP:20230605T111753Z
CREATED:20230420T134103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T111753Z
UID:12211-1681891200-1690390800@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Sheffield Live (various topics)
DESCRIPTION:Online with The University of Sheffield \nEvent Information: We know that there’s a lot to consider when researching and choosing where to study. Our Sheffield Live sessions take place online every Wednesday and cover all different aspects of University life to help you as you go through your application journey with us. Sheffield Live runs throughout the year with sessions on different topics such as accommodation\, student societies and extra-curricular activities. There are also student and alumni panels plus regular opportunities for you to hear from academic departments about study options and course information. \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please follow this link. \n\nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email rosheffield@sheffield.ac.uk after the event so that your attendance can be logged on the RO database. Please include your full name\, the date\, time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this. \n\nPlease note that the deadline for Cohort 13 students attending events for completion of the RO programme is the 1st of July 2023.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/sheffield-live-various-topics/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230419T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230419T173000
DTSTAMP:20230406T112006Z
CREATED:20230406T112006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T112006Z
UID:12041-1681921800-1681925400@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Why go to University?
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: This webinar will help you understand the benefits of Higher Education in terms of academic\, social\, economic and career prospects. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@qmul.ac.uk following the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/why-go-to-university/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230419T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230419T180000
DTSTAMP:20230411T130732Z
CREATED:20230411T130719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T130732Z
UID:12123-1681923600-1681927200@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Get Ahead Virtual Session
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \nEvent information: Get ahead on your journey to higher education with Newcastle University. Apply for our virtual event for Year 12 (or equivalent) students now. ‘Zoom’ in to Newcastle on April 18th\, 19th\, and 20th. Each 1 hour evening session is a new opportunity to learn a new skill\, find out more information about University\, ask questions and see our campus. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: Find out more here\, or follow this link to book a place. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Sam Mead at realising.opportunities@ncl.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/get-ahead-virtual-session-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230420T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230420T173000
DTSTAMP:20230406T112432Z
CREATED:20230406T112239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T112432Z
UID:12043-1682008200-1682011800@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Understanding Medical and Dental Work Experience
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: This webinar will give you the opportunity to find out what you can do to help you improve your understanding of medicine and dentistry which is crucial to the application process. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@qmul.ac.uk following the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/understanding-medical-and-dental-work-experience/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230420T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230420T180000
DTSTAMP:20230411T130827Z
CREATED:20230411T130827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T130827Z
UID:12126-1682010000-1682013600@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Get Ahead Virtual Session
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \nEvent information: Get ahead on your journey to higher education with Newcastle University. Apply for our virtual event for Year 12 (or equivalent) students now. ‘Zoom’ in to Newcastle on April 18th\, 19th\, and 20th. Each 1 hour evening session is a new opportunity to learn a new skill\, find out more information about University\, ask questions and see our campus. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: Find out more here\, or follow this link to book a place. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Sam Mead at realising.opportunities@ncl.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/get-ahead-virtual-session-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230424T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230428T170000
DTSTAMP:20230420T121144Z
CREATED:20230420T121144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T121144Z
UID:12190-1682323200-1682701200@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:UCL Virtual Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent Information: Attending an Open Day is an opportunity to find out about the programmes we offer\, chat with students and staff and learn about student life at UCL. We are excited to welcome you to UCL’s Virtual Open Days\, taking place from 24 – 28 April 2023. \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please complete the online booking form via this link. As well as the programme sessions\, we are running a number of sessions on everything related to Admissions\, Funding and Accommodation. \n\nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email srs.realisingopportunities@ucl.ac.uk after the event so that your attendance can be logged on the RO database. \nPlease include your full name\, the date\, time and title of the event. Please note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/ucl-virtual-open-day/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230427
DTSTAMP:20231101T114406Z
CREATED:20231101T114406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T114406Z
UID:14411-1682467200-1682553599@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Can we manage cities for both people and wildlife? (School of Geography\, Earth and Environmental Sciences – Schools Lecture Series)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent Information: We are pleased to be offering our online lecture series for schools again this academic year. The lectures are aimed at A-Level and GCSE students and will be delivered via Zoom. \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13 \nHow to book a place: To register\, please follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@contacts.bham.ac.uk after the event so that your attendance can be logged on the RO database. Please include your full name\, the date\, time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/can-we-manage-cities-for-both-people-and-wildlife-school-of-geography-earth-and-environmental-sciences-schools-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230426T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230426T190000
DTSTAMP:20230210T171108Z
CREATED:20230118T123934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T171108Z
UID:11160-1682532000-1682535600@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Practicing my faith while studying at the University of Exeter
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: Hear from students who practice a faith about their experiences studying at university. No two University experiences are the same\, so in our Student Experience series we bring together students with common identities\, experiences or challenges to provide first-hand insight and advice for people either considering or planning for University study. The session will include a student panel\, a Q+A\, and a short presentation about relevant student services available at the University of Exeter. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: You can book a place by completing the form via this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Anna Middlewick at realisingopportunities@exeter.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/practicing-my-faith-while-studying-at-the-university-of-exeter/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T140000
DTSTAMP:20230315T095943Z
CREATED:20230227T125925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T095943Z
UID:11606-1682589600-1682604000@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Experience UCL - Summer Term
DESCRIPTION:Location: UCL Main Campus \nEvent information: Experience UCL is an exciting opportunity for prospective students to visit UCL and learn about life as an undergraduate. The scheme is targeted at students from certain priority groups that are currently underrepresented in higher education and at UCL. You will spend the day with two current UCL students who will show you around the UCL campus and share insights into their university experiences. There will also be an opportunity to seek advice from UCL staff on topics such as applying to university\, support services available and financial support. Each day will involve small groups of young people accompanied by two student ambassadors. Why take part? \n• Experience life as a UCL undergraduate student \n• Be taken on a tour of the UCL campus \n• Learn about the support services offered at UCL \n• Gain expert advice and guidance from UCL staff members \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: The deadline to submit an application is 10am on Monday 27 March 2023. \nApplicants must have achieved at least five A*-B/9-6 grades at GCSE and be currently studying a Level 3 qualification which would enable them to obtain a place on an undergraduate course at UCL. This includes A levels\, the IB\, a BTEC Extended Diploma or an Access to Higher Education Diploma. Applicants studying A levels must be taking at least two subjects from UCL’s list of preferred A levels. \nIn addition\, applicants must meet one or more of the following criteria:\n• are a student with a disability;\n• are a young carer;\n• are a forced migrant (e.g. refugee or asylum seeker);\n• are estranged from parent(s);\n• are from the Gypsy\, Roma or Traveller community;\n• are currently or have experience of being in care (e.g. local authority care\, foster care\, residential care). \nFurther information and how to book can be found here. \nRO Travel Scheme: If you would like to access the RO Travel Scheme for support with your travel costs to attend this event\, please contact Vathani Mariampilllai at UCL via email: srs.realisingopportunites@ucl.ac.uk \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Ms Vathani Mariampilllai at srs.realisingopportunites@ucl.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/experience-ucl-summer-term/
LOCATION:UCL\, UCL\, Gower St\, London\, WC1E 6BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T173000
DTSTAMP:20230406T113454Z
CREATED:20230406T112501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T113454Z
UID:12045-1682613000-1682616600@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:What is it like studying Medicine at Queen Mary University of London?
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: In this session\, we will be joined by current Queen Mary Medical students. They will share: \n\nWhy they chose Queen Mary\nHow medicine is taught at Queen Mary\nWhat its like to study a medicine at Queen Mary\nTheir experiences of studying medicine at Queen Mary\nStudent life\nSocialising in London as a medical student\nAdvice for students who are applying to Queen Mary.\n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@qmul.ac.uk following the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/what-is-it-like-studying-medicine-at-queen-mary-university-of-london/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230503T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230503T160000
DTSTAMP:20230315T142837Z
CREATED:20230227T123639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T142837Z
UID:11594-1683106200-1683129600@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Inspiring Minds - Business and Economics
DESCRIPTION:Location: Loughborough University \nEvent Information: Inspiring Minds is Loughborough University’s series of taster days for Year 12 students. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn more about the options available at university and how to get there. The events allow you to not only experience studying your chosen subject area at university level\, but also to meet our current students and academics to discover university life! \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please complete the online booking form via this link. \nRO Travel Scheme: If you would like to access the RO Travel Scheme for support with your travel costs to attend this event\, please contact Marie Shaw at Loughborough University via email: R.O@lboro.ac.uk \n\nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email R.O@lboro.ac.uk after the event so that your attendance can be logged on the RO database. Please include your full name\, the date\, time and title of the event. Please note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/inspiring-minds-business-and-economics-2/
LOCATION:Loughborough University\, Loughborough University\, Epinal Way\, Loughborough\, LE11 3TU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230503T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230503T173000
DTSTAMP:20230406T113039Z
CREATED:20230406T113039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T113039Z
UID:12047-1683131400-1683135000@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:How I made friends at University
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: Whilst starting university is really exciting its also completely natural to feel anxious about how you’re going to make friends and find your people. You aren’t the only person to feel this way! In this session we will reassure you that there are plenty of ways to make friends at university. We will be joined by current Queen Mary students who will share their experiences. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@qmul.ac.uk following the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/how-i-made-friends-at-university-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230505
DTSTAMP:20231101T114638Z
CREATED:20231101T114623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T114638Z
UID:14413-1683158400-1683244799@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:What is it like studying Medicine at Queen Mary University of London?
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent Information: In this session\, we will be joined by current Queen Mary Dental students. They will share: Why they chose Queen Mary How dentistry is taught at Queen Mary What its like to study a dentistry at Queen Mary Their experiences of studying dentistry at Queen Mary Student life and socialising in London as a dental student advice for students who are applying to Queen Mary \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13 \nHow to book a place: To register\, please follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@qmul.ac.uk after the event so that your attendance can be logged on the RO database. Please include your full name\, the date\, time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/what-is-it-like-studying-medicine-at-queen-mary-university-of-london-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230504T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230504T173000
DTSTAMP:20230406T113443Z
CREATED:20230406T113443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T113443Z
UID:12049-1683217800-1683221400@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:What is it like studying Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London?
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: In this session\, we will be joined by current Queen Mary Dental students. They will share: \n\nWhy they chose Queen Mary\nHow dentistry is taught at Queen Mary\nWhat its like to study a dentistry at Queen Mary\nTheir experiences of studying dentistry at Queen Mary\nStudent life\nSocialising in London as a dental student\nAdvice for students who are applying to Queen Mary\n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@qmul.ac.uk following the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/what-is-it-like-studying-dentistry-at-queen-mary-university-of-london/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230505T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230505T140000
DTSTAMP:20230315T145420Z
CREATED:20230227T130155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T145420Z
UID:11608-1683280800-1683295200@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Experience UCL
DESCRIPTION:Location: UCL Main Campus \nEvent information: Experience UCL is an exciting opportunity for prospective students to visit UCL and learn about life as an undergraduate. The scheme is targeted at students from certain priority groups that are currently underrepresented in higher education and at UCL. You will spend the day with two current UCL students who will show you around the UCL campus and share insights into their university experiences. There will also be an opportunity to seek advice from UCL staff on topics such as applying to university\, support services available and financial support. Each day will involve small groups of young people accompanied by two student ambassadors. Why take part? \n• Experience life as a UCL undergraduate student \n• Be taken on a tour of the UCL campus \n• Learn about the support services offered at UCL \n• Gain expert advice and guidance from UCL staff members \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: The deadline to submit an application is 10am on Monday 27 March 2023. \nApplicants must have achieved at least five A*-B/9-6 grades at GCSE and be currently studying a Level 3 qualification which would enable them to obtain a place on an undergraduate course at UCL. This includes A levels\, the IB\, a BTEC Extended Diploma or an Access to Higher Education Diploma. Applicants studying A levels must be taking at least two subjects from UCL’s list of preferred A levels. \nIn addition\, applicants must meet one or more of the following criteria:\n• are a student with a disability;\n• are a young carer;\n• are a forced migrant (e.g. refugee or asylum seeker);\n• are estranged from parent(s);\n• are from the Gypsy\, Roma or Traveller community;\n• are currently or have experience of being in care (e.g. local authority care\, foster care\, residential care). \nFurther information and how to book can be found here. \nRO Travel Scheme: If you would like to access the RO Travel Scheme for support with your travel costs to attend this event\, please contact Ms Vathani Mariampillai via email: srs.realisingopportunities@ucl.ac.uk \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Ms Vathani Mariampilllai at srs.realisingopportunites@ucl.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/experience-ucl/
LOCATION:UCL\, UCL\, Gower St\, London\, WC1E 6BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230509T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230509T180000
DTSTAMP:20230331T134415Z
CREATED:20230331T134415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T134415Z
UID:11961-1683651600-1683655200@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:UoN Academic Skills Session: Managing your time independently as a student
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: Moving to the more flexible\, or completely different routine of University is exciting but can be a challenge. This session will provide you with top tips for managing your time carefully\, and using independent study time effectively. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Our online system will tag you as an RO student. We will be able to capture your registration and attendance at the event and will update the RO student hub after the event. This is a manual process and may take up to one week for your attendance to be recorded.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/uon-academic-skills-session-managing-your-time-independently-as-a-student/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 13
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230509T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230509T190000
DTSTAMP:20230210T171146Z
CREATED:20230118T123636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T171146Z
UID:11158-1683655200-1683658800@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Managing your mental health while studying at the University of Exeter
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: This panel will bring together students from across the University of Exeter community to discuss managing their mental health while studying\, and offer suggestions and signposting to further support for prospective students. No two University experiences are the same\, so in our Student Experience series we bring together students with common identities\, experiences or challenges to provide first-hand insight and advice for people either considering or planning for University study. The session will include a student panel\, a Q+A\, and a short presentation about relevant student services available at the University of Exeter. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: You can book a place by completing the form via this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Anna Middlewick at realisingopportunities@exeter.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/managing-your-mental-health-while-studying-at-the-university-of-exeter/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T140000
DTSTAMP:20230315T145145Z
CREATED:20230227T130632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T145145Z
UID:11610-1683712800-1683727200@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Experience UCL
DESCRIPTION:Location: UCL Main Campus \nEvent information: Experience UCL is an exciting opportunity for prospective students to visit UCL and learn about life as an undergraduate. The scheme is targeted at students from certain priority groups that are currently underrepresented in higher education and at UCL. You will spend the day with two current UCL students who will show you around the UCL campus and share insights into their university experiences. There will also be an opportunity to seek advice from UCL staff on topics such as applying to university\, support services available and financial support. Each day will involve small groups of young people accompanied by two student ambassadors. Why take part? \n• Experience life as a UCL undergraduate student \n• Be taken on a tour of the UCL campus \n• Learn about the support services offered at UCL \n• Gain expert advice and guidance from UCL staff members \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: The deadline to submit an application is 10am on Monday 27 March 2023. \nApplicants must have achieved at least five A*-B/9-6 grades at GCSE and be currently studying a Level 3 qualification which would enable them to obtain a place on an undergraduate course at UCL. This includes A levels\, the IB\, a BTEC Extended Diploma or an Access to Higher Education Diploma. Applicants studying A levels must be taking at least two subjects from UCL’s list of preferred A levels. \nIn addition\, applicants must meet one or more of the following criteria:\n• are a student with a disability;\n• are a young carer;\n• are a forced migrant (e.g. refugee or asylum seeker);\n• are estranged from parent(s);\n• are from the Gypsy\, Roma or Traveller community;\n• are currently or have experience of being in care (e.g. local authority care\, foster care\, residential care). \nFurther information and how to book can be found here. \nRO Travel Scheme: If you would like to access the RO Travel Scheme for support with your travel costs to attend this event\, please contact Ms Vathani Mariampillai via email: srs.realisingopportunities@ucl.ac.uk \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Ms Vathani Mariampilllai at srs.realisingopportunites@ucl.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/experience-ucl-2/
LOCATION:UCL\, UCL\, Gower St\, London\, WC1E 6BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T180000
DTSTAMP:20230331T134715Z
CREATED:20230331T134715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T134715Z
UID:11963-1683738000-1683741600@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:UoN Academic Skills Session: Reading and note-making for undergraduate studies
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: University studies allow you to read across a wide range of texts to develop both your thinking and your writing style. In this session we look at what kind of texts you might be encountering\, as well as some digital and hand-written note-making techniques that will set you off to a confident start. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Our online system will tag you as an RO student. We will be able to capture your registration and attendance at the event and will update the RO student hub after the event. This is a manual process and may take up to one week for your attendance to be recorded
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/uon-academic-skills-session-reading-and-note-making-for-undergraduate-studies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 13
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T180000
DTSTAMP:20230427T124525Z
CREATED:20230427T124525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T124525Z
UID:12262-1683738000-1683741600@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Dinosaur tracks in the UK: What can they tell us about dinosaurs?
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent Information: We are pleased to be offering our online lecture series for schools again this academic year. The lectures are aimed at A-Level and GCSE students and will be delivered via Zoom. \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please follow this link. \n\nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@contacts.bham.ac.uk after the event so that your attendance can be logged on the RO database. Please include your full name\, the date\, time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/dinosaur-tracks-in-the-uk-what-can-they-tell-us-about-dinosaurs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230511T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230511T180000
DTSTAMP:20230331T134849Z
CREATED:20230331T134849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T134849Z
UID:11965-1683824400-1683828000@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:UoN Academic Skills Session: academic argument and writing at University
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: When you write at University\, you will be asked to construct an academic argument. But what does that mean? We will be exploring different types of academic writing\, alongside how to start constructing an argument. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Our online system will tag you as an RO student. We will be able to capture your registration and attendance at the event and will update the RO student hub after the event. This is a manual process and may take up to one week for your attendance to be recorded
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/uon-academic-skills-session-academic-argument-and-writing-at-university/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 13
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230516T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230516T190000
DTSTAMP:20230220T123757Z
CREATED:20230220T123757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T123757Z
UID:11406-1684260000-1684263600@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Lancaster Live Q&A (Student Life)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: Our monthly webinar series for the Access Programme featuring our staff and student ambassadors to add your submitted and live questions on examination preparation and how it would impact your university experience. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13 \nHow to book a place: Book a place by following this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Ele Dove at e.dove@lancaster.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/lancaster-live-qa-student-life/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T173000
DTSTAMP:20230406T114024Z
CREATED:20230406T114024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T114024Z
UID:12054-1684341000-1684344600@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Researching Courses and Universities
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent information: In this session\, we will explore different university and course options after school and college and how to make the right choice for you. \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, follow this link. \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@qmul.ac.uk following the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/researching-courses-and-universities-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T193000
DTSTAMP:20230504T115632Z
CREATED:20230504T115632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T115632Z
UID:12353-1684344600-1684351800@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Life Sciences PhD Research Talks
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online \nEvent Information: We are excited to confirm we arranged for another evening of online PhD research talks\, this time from students in the Life Sciences field. This will be on Wednesday 17th May\, 5.30pm – 7.15pm (approximately). We will have three talks: – Epidemiology: Can we use insects to understand ageing in humans? – Genetics: The relationship between biological age and cardiovascular diseases – Neuroscience: Unlocking the mystery of schizophrenia by exploring kynurenine dysmetabolism. \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please complete the online booking form via this link. \n\nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: If you attend all three talks\, and email in a short summary to progression@leicester.ac.uk\, including which talk was your favourite and why\, this will count as an event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/life-sciences-phd-research-talks/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230518T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230518T140000
DTSTAMP:20230315T145001Z
CREATED:20230227T131752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T145001Z
UID:11612-1684404000-1684418400@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Experience UCL
DESCRIPTION:Location: UCL Main Campus \nEvent information: Experience UCL is an exciting opportunity for prospective students to visit UCL and learn about life as an undergraduate. The scheme is targeted at students from certain priority groups that are currently underrepresented in higher education and at UCL. You will spend the day with two current UCL students who will show you around the UCL campus and share insights into their university experiences. There will also be an opportunity to seek advice from UCL staff on topics such as applying to university\, support services available and financial support. Each day will involve small groups of young people accompanied by two student ambassadors. Why take part? \n• Experience life as a UCL undergraduate student \n• Be taken on a tour of the UCL campus \n• Learn about the support services offered at UCL \n• Gain expert advice and guidance from UCL staff members \nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: The deadline to submit an application is 10am on Monday 27 March 2023. \nApplicants must have achieved at least five A*-B/9-6 grades at GCSE and be currently studying a Level 3 qualification which would enable them to obtain a place on an undergraduate course at UCL. This includes A levels\, the IB\, a BTEC Extended Diploma or an Access to Higher Education Diploma. Applicants studying A levels must be taking at least two subjects from UCL’s list of preferred A levels. \nIn addition\, applicants must meet one or more of the following criteria:\n• are a student with a disability;\n• are a young carer;\n• are a forced migrant (e.g. refugee or asylum seeker);\n• are estranged from parent(s);\n• are from the Gypsy\, Roma or Traveller community;\n• are currently or have experience of being in care (e.g. local authority care\, foster care\, residential care). \nFurther information and how to book can be found here. \nRO Travel Scheme: If you would like to access the RO Travel Scheme for support with your travel costs to attend this event\, please contact Ms Vathani Mariampillai via email: srs.realisingopportunities@ucl.ac.uk \nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Ms Vathani Mariampilllai at srs.realisingopportunites@ucl.ac.uk to confirm your attendance after the event. Please include your full name\, RO ID number\, the date/time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/experience-ucl-3/
LOCATION:UCL\, UCL\, Gower St\, London\, WC1E 6BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230601
DTSTAMP:20231101T113901Z
CREATED:20231101T113901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T113901Z
UID:14404-1685491200-1685577599@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:University of Exeter Open Day (Penryn Campus)
DESCRIPTION:Location: University of Exeter\, Penryn Campus \nEvent Information: Open Day. \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: Complete this form to book your place! Further information can be found here. \nRO Travel Scheme: If you would like to access the RO Travel Scheme for support with your travel costs to attend this event\, please contact Anna Middlewick at University of Exeter via email: Realisingopportunities@exeter.ac.uk. For RO students we are able to fund your train travel to the event\, please contact us at least 7 days prior to the event so we can purchase your train tickets. \n\nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the University of Exeter at Realisingopportunities@exeter.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name\, the date\, time and title of the event and confirmation of attendance and event organisers details. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/university-of-exeter-open-day-penryn-campus/
LOCATION:University of Exeter Penryn Campus\, Penryn Campus\, Cornwall\, TR10 9FE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230531T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230531T170000
DTSTAMP:20230406T121612Z
CREATED:20230406T121612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T121612Z
UID:12082-1685523600-1685552400@www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Location: University of Exeter\, Penryn Campus \nEvent Information: Open Day \n\nThis event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13. \nHow to book a place: To book a place\, please complete the online booking form via this link. \nRO Travel Scheme: If you would like to access the RO Travel Scheme for support with your travel costs to attend this event\, please contact Anna Middlewick via email at realisingopportunities@exeter.ac.uk. \n\nRecording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email realisingopportunities@exeter.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name\, the date\, time and title of the event. \nPlease note that uploading attendance to the RO student hub after the event is a manual process so can take some time – please do not worry about this.
URL:https://www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk/event/open-day-15/
LOCATION:University of Exeter Penryn Campus\, Penryn Campus\, Cornwall\, TR10 9FE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events,For Year 12,For Year 13
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