UCL Sutton Trust Summer School: Education Society and Culture
2024-08-19 - 2024-08-23 | UCL, UCL, Gower St, London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom
Location: Residential on UCL Bloomsbury Campus
Event Information: *Deadline: midday on Thursday 7 March 2024*.
Our summer school draws on the academic disciplines of history, philosophy, sociology, psychology and cultural studies to provide you with an understanding of how to reflect on issues within education and society as well as ways to become future researchers, educational practitioners, policy makers and leaders of social and political change. Our summer school introduces you to a broad set of social science subjects and skills, through which you’ll gain an insight into a variety of theoretical viewpoints, and learn how to think about, write about and analyse the ways in which humans and societies develop.

This event is suitable for: Year 12.
How to book a place: *Deadline: midday on Thursday 7 March 2024*.
To attend our programmes you, you must meet certain eligibility criteria – view the eligibility criteria by clicking here. For further details, frequently asked questions, and how to apply, please click here.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the UCL’s RO Team at srs.realisingopportunities@ucl.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.

UCL Sutton Trust Summer School: Archaeology
2024-08-19 - 2024-08-23 | UCL, UCL, Gower St, London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom
Location: Residential on UCL Bloomsbury Campus
Event Information: *Deadline: midday on Thursday 7 March 2024*.
At the UCL Institute of Archaeology Summer School, A Taste(r) of the Past, you will explore how science, art and the humanities collide in helping us research, investigate & trial how our ancestors lived, and specifically what they ate, in the past. The course will include practical study in the classroom, investigating the Archaeobotanical (the study of ancient plant remains within the field of archaeology) collection in the Institute of Archaeology lab as well as experimental archaeology sessions focusing on just how our ancestors processed their food, giving us a glimpse into the diets of the past. We will also be focusing on what this tells us about movement and migration of people & cultures, specifically in London. You will also go on trips to museums across London, you will also visit the Thames foreshore working with Archaeologists from the UCL Institute of Archaeology in looking for any remains that can give us an insight into how London ancestors were processing their food.

This event is suitable for: Year 12.
How to book a place: *Deadline: midday on Thursday 7 March 2024*.
To attend our programmes you, you must meet certain eligibility criteria – view the eligibility criteria by clicking here. For further details, frequently asked questions, and how to apply, please click here.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the UCL’s RO Team at srs.realisingopportunities@ucl.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.

UCAS Preparation Day
2024-08-28 11:00 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Online
University hosting: University of Exeter
Location: Online
Event Information: The UCAS Preparation Day is an event that we put on specifically for Exeter Scholars participants to provide you with information, guidance, and advice about the UCAS application process, student finance, personal statements, and to give you the opportunity to ask questions and receive detailed, bespoke responses from staff and student ambassadors. The event will be run online via Zoom, and will comprise two separate sessions:

11:00 – 13:00 The Process of Applying to University, followed by subject breakout groups (with current student ambassadors)
13:30 – 15:30 Personal Statements, followed by Student Life at Exeter/Penryn – Live panel discussion with current student ambassadors and Q&A

We are running these as two separate events with a break in between – you can come to just one or both, depending on which topic you would like to find out more about, your availability, or anything else. However, please note that each session alone will be worth half an attendance credit; for a full attendance credit, you should attend both sessions either on the same day or on separately dates.
To register for a place on the day, please complete the registration form. Please complete and submit this form by no later than Friday 23rd August 2024 if you are looking to attend the August date. There is no limit on the number of places. We will send an email with the relevant Zoom information to those who have registered to attend on Monday 26th August. We will be recording the event and making it available online for anyone to re-watch or catch-up. However, we cannot award an attendance credit unless you attend live.

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: Please click here to book a place.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please contact the team on realisingopportunities@exeter.ac.uk asking us to record your attendance at any events you complete. Remember to include your full name, event name, date and times. Please also include proof of attendance such as the email or notification you received confirming your attendance

University of Sheffield Open Day
2024-09-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-19 09:00 - 16:00 | University of Sheffield, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, United Kingdom
Location: University of Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN
Event Information: Get a feel for life at Sheffield. See for yourself what it’s like to live and study here. Speak to our students and staff, and discuss the things that matter to you. Activities on the day include:

Tours of the campus
Students’ Union and accommodation
Talks from academic departments
Information about studying abroad
Advice about student loans and funding

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: Please click here for more information about how to book a place.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the University of Sheffield’s RO team at rosheffield@sheffield.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of any sessions you attended during the day.

University of Leicester Open Day
2024-09-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-05 09:00 - 16:00 | University of Leicester, University of Leicester, University Rd, Leicester, LE1 7RH, United Kingdom
Location: University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH
Event Information: Join us at University of Leicester to find out more about the university and get a taste for what studying here would be like. Take a look around our campus and facilities to discover where our students live, study, revise and socialise. We’ll show you the David Wilson Library, the Danielle Brown Sports Centre and our newly opened, completely refurbished Student’s Union. Have a tour of our accommodation and explore all of your options at Leicester- whether you’re looking to be at the centre of the undergraduate experience or nearer the city. Throughout the day you will have the opportunity to speak to staff and students from our courses, while getting a feel for what’s on offer here at Leicester.

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: Please click here for more information about how to book a place.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: To have your attendance recorded please check in with a member of staff on the day. After the event, please email progression@leicester.ac.uk to confirm your attendance. 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.

Lancaster University Open Day
2024-09-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-12 09:00 - 16:00 | Lancaster University, Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YW, United Kingdom
Location: Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YW
Event Information: Undergraduate Open Day. Our open days give you Lancaster University in a day. Visit campus and put yourself in the picture.

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: Please click here for more information about how to book a place.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the Ele Dove from Lancaster University at e.dove@lancaster.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of any sessions you attended during the day.

University of Sheffield - UCAS & Personal Statements
2024-09-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
University hosting: University of Sheffield
Location: Online
Event Information: You will hear from colleagues in our central Admissions team about the UCAS application process, how it works, key dates and other important information about submitting your application. We will then also talk to you about personal statements, how to get started, what to include, what admissions tutors are looking for, as well as other key tips
This event is suitable for: Year 13
How to book a place: Please email rosheffield@sheffield.ac.uk and we will provide you with a link to the Google Meet for the session
Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Sheffield’s RO Team at 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. 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.

Loughborough University Open Day
2024-09-20 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Loughborough University, Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, United Kingdom
University hosting: Loughborough University
Location: Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE11 3TU
Event Information: Our undergraduate open days are a fantastic way to find out more about Loughborough University. You can explore our stunning campus, chat to current students, and speak to our inspirational academics.
This event is suitable for: Year 13
How to book a place: Go online to book a place, https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/visit-us/open-days/
There might also be an amazing opportunity for you to stay overnight at our Elite Athletes Hotel, please email us on r.o@lboro.ac.uk if interested in this!
RO Travel Scheme: Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.
Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Marie at 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. 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.

University of Liverpool Open Day
2024-09-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-12 09:00 - 17:00 | University of Liverpool, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, L69 3BX, United Kingdom
Location: University of Liverpool
Event Information: Come and join us at our autumn open day.

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: Please book a place on the University website via by clicking here.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the University of Liverpool at rop@liverpool.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name and the date of the event.

Newcastle University Open Day
2024-09-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Newcastle University, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom
Location: Newcastle University Campus, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU
Event Information: Join us at one of our Open Days where you’ll have the opportunity to: join subject sessions and meet with academics, visit our accommodation, explore subject stands, our student life hub, sports centre and libraries, get a real taste for campus life on a student-led tour & find out what it’s like to be a student at Newcastle from our friendly student guides

This event is suitable for: Year 13.
How to book a place: Please register by clicking this link.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the Newcastle University RO team at realising.opportunities@ncl.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of any sessions you attended during the day.

Online Subject Taster Sessions (Various Subjects) - University of Sheffield
2024-10-01 15:30 - 2024-11-30 17:30 | Online
University hosting: University of Sheffield
Location: Online
Event Information: Our online subject taster sessions help you experience what it is like to study at the University of Sheffield. They are for both year 12 and 13 students, as well as BTEC and mature students. If you’d like to attend a taster session virtually, this is the right session for you. Current sessions available in Sciences, Engineering, Economics, English Language and Literature, Modern Languages, History, Geography, Economics, Law, Journalism, Architecture, Business, Politics, Psychology and Urban Studies and Planning
This event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13
How to book a place: Full details about how to book a place can be found here. Sessions run throughout October and November, so please check the dates for your chosen subject.
Recording 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. 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.

Sheffield Live (various topics available) - University of Sheffield
2024-10-02 12:00 - 2024-12-11 18:00 | Online
University hosting: University of Sheffield
Location: Online
Event Information: Join our weekly online sessions to find out more about different aspects of University life. Each session focuses on a variety of different topics. Sessions run throughout October, November and December.
This event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13
How to book a place: You can book a place on your desired session here.
Recording 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. 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.

University of Leeds Open Day
2024-10-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-19 09:00 - 16:00 | University of Leeds, University of Leeds, Woodhouse, Leeds, LS2 9JT, United Kingdom
Location: University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT
Event Information: Open Day for prospective undergraduate students

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: You can find out how to book a place on an Open Day by clicking here.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the University of Leeds RO team at rops@leeds.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of the event.

University of Warwick Open Day
2024-10-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-19 09:00 - 16:00 | University of Warwick, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, United Kingdom
Location: University of Warwick, Coventry, CCV4 7AL
Event Information: Meet our students and staff, find out more about our courses, student societies and sports clubs, view our state-of-the-art campus facilities, and take the next step in your journey with us. We will have a huge range of activities to choose from, to help you discover what being a student here is like. From department presentations and talks to campus and accommodation tours, everything is designed to give you a deeper insight into student life.

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: Please book your place by clicking here.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the University of Warwick RO team at ROWarwick@warwick.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of any sessions you attended during the day.

University of Exeter Open Day
2024-10-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-26 09:00 - 16:00 | University of Exeter, University of Exeter, Stocker Rd, Exeter, EX4 4PY, United Kingdom
Location: Exeter Campuses, Devon
Event Information: Explore the University of Exeter at the pre-applicant Open Day. You will have the opportunity to explore the Exeter Campuses and find out more about more about what’s on offer at the University of Exeter.

This event is suitable for: Year 13.
How to book a place: You can book your place online.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Owen Wood from 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 any sessions you attended during the day.

Queen Mary University of London Open Day
2024-10-05 10:00 - 16:30 | Queen Mary University of London, Queen Mary University of London, Mile End Rd, Bethnal Green, London, E1 4NS, United Kingdom
Location: Queen Mary University of London, 327 Mile End Rd, Bethnal Green, London E1 4NS
Event Information: This is your chance to find out about our programmes, chat with our students and staff and get a real flavour of student life at Queen Mary. You’ll also have the opportunity to speak to our support services about housing, finances, disability support, study abroad, careers and beyond.

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: Everyone is welcome! You can find out more information here and book your place here.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Poppy Clarke from Queen Mary University of London at realisingopportunities@qmul.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of any sessions you attended during the day.

Introduction to HE
2024-10-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Location: Online
Event Information: An introduction to Higher Education: to look at what university is, to consider the opportunities at university and the range of post-18 options.
This event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13.

How to book a place: Please click here to book a place.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please contact the RO team on realisingopportunities@exeter.ac.uk to let us know of any event you have attended. We can then record your attendance.

University of Sheffield - Y13 STEM Foundation Year Talk
2024-10-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Location: Online with University of Sheffield
Event Information: If you have a talent for STEM but need to improve your entry requirements in mathematics and science, our Foundation Year programme is an ideal starting point. We prepare you for degree-level study in a supportive learning environment. This specially-supported degree programme enhances your ability in maths, physics and chemistry, with the aim to bring you up to the entry standard. It’s taught by academics that also teach on undergraduate degrees and takes the essential elements from the A level syllabus, which is then applied to interdisciplinary lab work and degree-specific group and individual projects. In this talk, you will hear from Harriet Drouin who will be discussing the routes on offer here at the University of Sheffield, along with current students who have studied the course themselves. Students tell us that this course is fundamental in their transition to becoming engineers and scientists of the future. Come and find out if this course is the right fit for you.
This event is suitable for: Year 13
How to book a place: Please email rosheffield@sheffield.ac.uk and you will be provided with a link to the Google Meet Event.
Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email University of Sheffield’s RO team at 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.
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.

University of Birmingham Open Day
2024-10-12 | University of Birmingham, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom
Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Campus
Event Information: Our Undergraduate Open Days give you the perfect opportunity to hear first-hand from our current students and teaching staff about learning and living in Birmingham.

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and 13.
How to book a place: Please register by clicking this link.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 14: Please contact Lois Boyle at realisingopportunities@contacts.bham.ac.uk for information on travel bursaries.
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email the University of Birmingham RO team at realisingopportunities@contacts.bham.ac.uk after the event to confirm your attendance. Please include your full name, the date, time and title of any sessions you attended during the day.

University of Exeter Open Day - Penryn Campus
2024-10-12 09:00 - 16:00 | University of Exeter Penryn Campus, Penryn Campus, Cornwall, TR10 9FE, United Kingdom
Location: Penryn Campus, Cornwall
Event Information: Explore the University of Exeter at the pre-applicant Open Day. You will have the opportunity to explore the Penryn Campus and find out more about more about what’s on offer at the University of Exeter.

This event is suitable for: Year 13.
How to book a place: You can book your place online.
RO Travel Scheme:
Cohort 15: Please book onto the Open Day and then complete this form at least 3 weeks in advance of the event for your travel to be arranged by the RO Central Team.

Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Owen Wood from 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 any sessions you attended during the day.

Virtual Talk Series (multiple sessions) - University of Leicester
2024-10-15 16:30 - 2024-11-20 17:15 | Online
University hosting: University of Leicester
Location: Online
Event Information: We’re running a series of online sessions between October and November to support you with information about applying to university. You’re invited to the following zoom sessions:

Choosing a Course and University – Tuesday 15th October 4:30 – 5pm
Student Finance Explained – Thursday 7th November 4:30 – 5:15 pm
Student Life – Wednesday 20th November 4:30 – 5:00 pm

This event is suitable for: Year 12 and Year 13
How to book a place: You can book on to any of our sessions by following the links on our events page here. If you wish to attend multiple sessions, you will need to sign up for each individual event.
Recording your attendance on the RO student hub: Please email Hannah at progression@le.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. 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.

Student Finance Information Session - University of Sheffield
2024-10-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
University hosting: University of Sheffield
Location: Online
Event Information: You will hear from the Student Loans Company who will talk about how to apply for student finance, what you need to do, and the support that is available to you. You will then hear from our colleague in the Universities Fees & Funding team, who will go through the specific financial support available to you, if you were to study at Sheffield.
This event is suitable for: Year 13
How to book a place: To book a place, please email rosheffield@sheffield.ac.uk and a link to the session will be shared with you
Recording 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. 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.
