summerschools.suttontrust.com Slide 1 – Introduction to Sutton Trust Summer Schools This presentation is going to give you information about an incredible opportunity to attend a Sutton Trust Summer School. This is a prestigious programme which will: provide you with an insight into your higher education options allow you to try university subjects and accommodation before you apply be a great addition to your UCAS application

Over 40 different subjects on offer from zoology to anthropology What are Sutton Trust Summer Schools? Our free, week-long residential summer schools give you a unique insight into university life Over 40 different subjects on offer from zoology to anthropology We will cover the cost of travel, accommodation, food and activities so you don’t pay anything Attend taster lectures and workshops delivered by academics. Build your knowledge and confidence Our FREE subject-specific summer schools are held at 12 leading universities Slide 2 – What are Sutton trust Summer Schools This is your opportunity to experience university life first-hand Summer schools are: residential programmes (varying from a few days to a week) run during July and August held at 12 top universities across the UK free to attend – travel, accommodation, food – everything is covered You choose your subject and university – over 40 subjects to choose from

What will I gain? Summer Schools support you to make informed decisions about your future Try out subjects before applying to university Develop academic skills and confidence Meet like-minded people and build social confidence Explore university life first hand Slide 3 – What will I gain? Summer schools support you to make informed decisions about your future They help you to: Choose the right university Choose the right course Choose the right accommodation Write your personal statement and UCAS application Access funding Help you to stand out on your application! In addition to helping participants make decisions regarding university, there are numerous other benefits: Summer Schools are fun past participants have made life-long friends, some of which they go on to university with try activities you would never have considered develop your confidence, social skills, and academic abilities (including critical thinking skills, analysis, and communication and presentation skills)

What will I do at Summer School? Find out what university life is really like before you apply Taste academic lectures Follow your chosen subject strand Access world class staff and facilities Work with current university students Experience university life Taste university societies Teambuilding challenges Sports and recreation activities Explore the town/campus Creative opportunities Celebration events ...and much more Receive additional support UCAS applications Accommodation options Careers Finance and budgeting Slide 4 – What will I be do at Summer School? Attend academic sessions Get an insight into courses you are thinking of applying for and learn more about other progression routes Experience first year university-level teaching Find out what current undergrads at the university think of the courses 2) Participate in a range of social activities In the evenings there are a range of social activities to choose from – these differ from at each university These activities are fun, allow you to try new things and develop new skills, whilst meeting the other participants 3) Receive additional support and information on: UCAS applications – receive assistance with applications to university Get your questions answered about university finance and hear how current undergrads manage their budgets Careers sessions will help you think about where you are going long term and how your uni experience will get you to the end goal

Which subjects can I choose from? We offer over 40 subjects including sciences, arts, humanities, languages and vocational subjects Medicine Engineering Arts and Humanities Business Law Social Sciences Psychology Veterinary Medicine Slide 5 – Which subjects can I choose from? Over 40 subjects to choose from range on Sutton Trust Summer Schools 2017 Listed are a selection of the subjects Please refer to the website/brochure for the full range of subject strands offered - You can only apply to one subject stream - This will be the subject that you follow throughout the summer school week Subjects are sometimes combined together so that you can try out similar subjects Some courses at university will be completely new to you so it’s a chance to try something new For example, Sociology may include sessions on Theology and Ethics - This will help you pin down exactly what you want to study at university Types of subjects on offer Medicine Veterinary Medicine Psychology Social Sciences, such as Sociology, Economics, Geography and Politics Law Arts & Humanities, such as History, English, Philosophy and Classics Business Languages Sciences- Biological, Physical, Maths, Computer Science Engineering

Our partner universities Slide 6 – Our partner universities Summer Schools take place at some of the UK’s top universities Dates and subject strands vary by university, so be sure to check the website or brochure for all the details You can only apply to one university

Benefit from free ongoing support Many of our universities offer ongoing support and guidance throughout Year 13, these include: e-Mentoring Application support Academic Programmes Bursaries Reunions Revision classes Mock interviews Admissions advice Slide 7 – Benefit from free ongoing support The programme doesn’t stop after your residential You will also gain access to free ongoing support throughout Year 13, which may include: A mentor who is currently studying at university Revision classes to help you get your grades Bursaries (Free money once you are at university) Application support The support package will vary at each university so be sure to check for information Types of subjects on offer Medicine Veterinary Medicine Psychology Social Sciences, such as Sociology, Economics, Geography and Politics Law Arts & Humanities, such as History, English, Philosophy and Classics Business Languages Sciences- Biological, Physical, Maths, Computer Science Engineering

Our programmes are open to students who Summer School entry requirements Our programmes are open to students who Are studying in Year 12 in England or Wales, Year 13 in Ireland and S5 in Scotland Have achieved at least five A* - A grades at GCSE, of five A or B passes at National 5, and, where applicable are studying relevant subjects which they apply for (as can be found on university pages) Attend a state-funded secondary school or college (non fee-paying school) in the UK and have never attended a fee-paying school Slide 8 – Summer school entry requirements Sutton Trust Summer Schools are competitive To apply you must meet the three criteria on the screen Priority will then be given to students who meet additional criteria, including: Family background e.g. if your parents didn’t go to university School performance You can find a full list of criteria on the website

DEADLINE: THURSDAY 2nd MARCH. NO LATE APPLICATIONS! How to apply You can only apply for one Summer School, so check the options and select the one most closely related to your interests – course and location! Go to the website Summerschools.suttontrust.com Nominate a teacher at your school to verify your application Complete the online application form Slide 9 – How to apply Log onto the website: summerschools.suttontrust.com You’ll find all the information and FAQs on the page Choose your university and subject strand then fill in your application form You will need a teacher at your school to verify your details (this is usually the UCAS coordinator) The website will close on Thursday 2nd March at 5pm – you will not be able to submit your application after this point DEADLINE: THURSDAY 2nd MARCH. NO LATE APPLICATIONS!

Our supporters Supporters We are very grateful for the support of a number of partners who help make our Summer Schools possible, these include Slide 10 – our supporters A number of partners make the summer school programme possible, including the host universities, the Sutton Trust and other supporters. The Trust would particularly want to thank Barclays as the programme's cornerstone supporter through a generous three year grant. The Wolfson Foundation co-sponsors the summer schools at UCL and Durham, as well as supporting the programme's e-mentoring initiative and teacher summer schools. We are also very grateful to the Garfield Weston Foundation for the funding to support summer school students in Wales, Northern Ireland and the North East of England.

summerschools.suttontrust.com Slide 11 - summary Reminder that this is a really prestigious opportunity that you do not want to miss out on! Go to the website summerschools.suttontrust.com to find out more information and to submit your application