Students who signed up to the Sunderland First Choice scheme attended a welcome event to introduce the programme. They learned more about the events which will take place this year and explored their future options at Sunderland University.
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Feb 03
Interview Workshop
Representatives from Teesside University kindly ran an interview workshop for Year 13 students preparing for university interviews. Students learned techniques for how to sell themselves and had the chance to practice general questions.
Jan 27
Sixth Form Citizens
Thank you to Claire Rodgerson, a community organiser from Tyne & Wear Citizens, who spoke to Sixth Form volunteers about their project to build a broad alliance of civil society institutions to work together for social justice and the common good in our area. Claire worked with students to discuss ideas for the project and …
Jan 20
Oxford Offers
This week we were delighted to hear that three of our Year 13 students have received offers from Oxford University! Congratulations to Amy Knott, who has been offered a place to study English Literature and Megan Simmons and Tyreke Holness who have both been offered places at the prestigious Oxford School of Medicine, the world …
Jan 20
Sound Medical Advice
A representative from Newcastle University ran a workshop with prospective medics in Year 12. This gave them an overview of the admissions process including interview skills, personal statement tips and information about UCAT and BMAT exams.
Jan 20
A Unique Way of University Learning
Scarborough Coventry University visited Year 12 to speak about their innovative approach to teaching. Courses are designed with employers in the local area and the flexible timetable allows students to have deeper involvement with work experience and professional placements.