Events & Activities for schools and colleges 2015/16

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1 Events & Activities for schools and colleges 2015/16

2 Events and Activities for Schools and Colleges 2015/16 We ve got plenty to be proud of at the University of Bath; we ve been voted first for student satisfaction two years in a row by the National Student Survey (2013 and 2014) and as the UK s top university by The Times Higher Education (THE) Student Experience Survey We are also ranked in the top five of the UK s universities and colleges by the Guardian University Guide Our courses are designed to provide real world skills and develop highly sought-after graduates, placing us within the top ten universities for graduate earnings (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2014). We are committed to working with schools and colleges to offer outreach activities relating to Higher Education Progression. This brochure summarises a wide range of activities currently available to your learners. Please contact us if you would like to discuss an activity listed in this brochure or any other outreach activity that you would like us to support. Events & Activities for schools and colleges enquiries: Tel: outreach@bath.ac.uk

3 Higher Education Information, Advice & Guidance 1 The Student Recruitment Team offers a wide range of talks, workshops and visits for schools and colleges. We welcome requests from any school or college but early booking is advised. To make a booking or to discuss an event, please outreach@bath.ac.uk Most of our visits and events are supported by University of Bath student ambassadors who share their own experiences, advice and support to those looking to apply to higher education. Campus Visits (Years 11-13) Campus visits are very useful for students currently in years and usually include a campus tour led by student ambassadors and a talk or presentation from the following list: choosing Bath choosing & applying making a good application personal statement workshops funding for higher education transition to higher education why go to university? In addition, we are sometimes able to offer a subject specific talk or workshop. Application Preparation (Years 12 & 13) We are able to visit your school or college to give talks to Year 12 & 13 students (Sixth Form/FE College Year 1 & 2) and Access to HE Diploma students on the following topics: choosing an undergraduate degree programme UCAS application overview how to apply through UCAS making a good application preparing a personal statement funding for higher education Funding & Finance Transition to Higher Education (Year 13) Our Funding & Finance talk gives a thorough overview of the UK government funding package for Higher Education. From application to the pros and cons of the loans and repayment system, this session will focus on how students and their families can find and use the information they need to plan a realistic budget wherever they choose to study. Presentations are usually a minimum of 45 minutes but can be tailored to meet the needs of different year or student groups and/or parents at the various stages of the application and planning process. Our Arriving & Surviving presentations are useful for students in Year 13 (Sixth Form/ FE College Year 2). These presentations provide information about what to expect when starting higher education and give guidance about how best to prepare. To make a booking, discuss an event or sign up to the Higher Education Advice Team (HEAT) newsletter, please outreach@bath.ac.uk For more information about HEAT, please see: Follow us on

4 2 Higher Education Information, Advice & Guidance Subject master classes for high achievers (Year 12) These events aim to provide Year 12 students with a realistic insight into what it s like to study a particular subject at higher education level. Students will get to explore and utilise university facilities and learn from lecturers and researchers at the cutting edge of their field. Careers and Higher Education Events We can attend your school or college higher education or careers event to provide your learners with information about the University of Bath, courses and entry requirements. Events for parents and carers We can attend your school/college parents /carers evenings to provide information about the University of Bath, courses and entry requirements. We are also able to offer an application preparation or funding & finance talk. Support for Access to HE Diploma students Access to HE Diplomas provide an excellent preparation for a number of undergraduate programmes at the University of Bath. We are very happy to tailor any of our Year 12 or 13 IAG talks and workshops to suit an audience of Access to HE Diploma students. We may also be able to provide subject specific talks on how to write a personal statement (for example, for students applying to Pharmacy or Social Work). We are also able to provide sessions on Preparing for an HE interview for your students. To make a booking, discuss an event or sign up to the Higher Education Advice Team (HEAT) newsletter, please outreach@bath.ac.uk Follow us on

5 3 Sports Outreach Developing the sports performer The Department of Sports Development and Recreation invites school and college groups to experience some outstanding facilities and top level coaching.this event is suitable for any year group (Reception Year 13). The programme will be created in conjunction with teachers to provide optimum experience for pupils. Find out more at: The range of sessions available includes: multi-skill assessments hand-eye coordination speed, agility, quickness core stability facility tours basic strength & conditioning badminton hockey swimming There is a charge of 5 per student per hour. As part of the University of Bath s on-going commitment to widening participation, free of charge places are offered to pupils meeting our widening participation criteria. Contact tribe@bath.ac.uk to make an enquiry/book a visit. Sports Science support in action This programme is delivered by the Team Bath Human Performance Centre and provides the opportunity for school and college pupils to learn more about the science of sport and how it is applied to elite athletes. The programme is suitable for groups studying Physical Education, Sports Studies or Sport Science as part of GCSE, A-Level or Further Education programmes. Content can include: Practical laboratory sessions to gain an overview of laboratory tests and equipment used for assessment of an athlete Field-based testing sessions your pupils will participate in a variety of field tests to assess aerobic fitness, leg power, flexibility, speed, etc. In addition, specialist lectures can also be delivered. These lectures give further theoretical insight into the science behind performance sport. Lectures topics include: The Applied Sport Scientist, Gaining a nutritional advantage and Altitude Training. A comprehensive tour of the facilities can also be integrated into your visit. There is a charge for this programme. As part of the University of Bath s on-going commitment to widening participation, free of charge places are offered to pupils meeting our widening participation criteria. Please contact Jonathan Robinson if you would like to find out more: adsjbr@bath.ac.uk

6 4 Widening Participation activities The Widening Participation Office is pleased to offer schools and colleges a selection of on campus activity days for groups of young people from Year 6 through to post-16. Our activities aim to raise young people s awareness of and capacity for higher education and help support schools and colleges with raising attainment. All activities are supported by Student Ambassadors who are carefully selected from our current undergraduate and post-graduate students. They undergo a rigorous selection and training process. Although student numbers have increased in recent years some groups of people are still underrepresented in higher education. Universities have fewer students from families without a background of higher education or with lower incomes, with disabilities, from a care background, from certain minority ethnic groups or holding vocational qualifications. Therefore, the University of Bath provides a range of widening participation activities targeted at under-represented groups. We therefore ask secondary schools and colleges to identify learners who have the potential to benefit from higher education AND meet one or more of the following criteria: A B C D E F Lives in low participation neighbourhood as defined by home postcode Parents work in a non-managerial, non-professional, non-technical occupation Is, or has been, a looked-after young person Has a disability or specific learning difficulty e.g. dyslexia Neither parent attended university in the UK or abroad Is on the Pupil Premium register If schools or colleges have any questions regarding the above please do not hesitate to contact us. The events below are all based at the University of Bath campus. If you would like to find out more, or request a booking form, please contact widening-participation@bath.ac.uk or tel: To find out more about widening participation activities please contact: widening-participation@bath.ac.uk or visit our website:

7 5 Widening Participation activities University Adventure Days A day of fun and discovery where Year 6 students get introduced to university and explore the many exciting aspects of university life. Learners get hands on with new and interesting subjects and discover how they relate to the work they are doing in school. Throughout the day pupils work with current university students and enjoy interactive, educational games such as interview a student and a campus treasure hunt. The day ends with a mock graduation ceremony where pupils dress up in gowns and mortar boards. This visit can accommodate a maximum of 40 pupils. University Exploration Days An exploration of university life for students in Years 7 to 11. The visit includes a campus tour, question and answer sessions with university students, interactive higher education games and team building activities. Aimed at raising aspiration and increasing awareness, students develop their understanding of higher education and how it can be accessed. This visit can accommodate a maximum of 40 pupils. Year 8 & 9 Futures Days Year 8 & 9 Futures Days provide students with further information, advice and guidance about where GCSE options choices can lead and the variety of exciting pathways ahead. Through a range of interactive and engaging workshops, at the University of Bath campus, students will understand the full range of progression routes through education and into careers. The workshops are designed to help inform students about the impact of their option choices and to help make their decision process manageable and relevant. They also aim to stimulate thought about the relevance of skills and qualifications whilst providing tools for students to research future careers. This visit can accommodate a maximum of 30 pupils. To find out more about widening participation activities please contact: widening-participation@bath.ac.uk or visit our website:

8 6 Widening Participation activities Subject Taster Days Our Subject Taster Days are aimed at students in Years 10 and 12 who meet our widening participation criteria. At Year 10 the Taster Days aim to inspire and engage students with subject areas they may not have come across previously. At Year 12 the Taster Days provide further insight into what studying certain degree subjects might be like before applying. For 2015/16 we are offering taster sessions in the following subjects: Architecture Bio Sciences Chemistry Computer Science Engineering Languages Maths Physics Sport Social Sciences At Subject Taster Days, students take part in interactive subject workshops, experience different teaching methods, use university facilities and explore possible career paths. To find out more about our Subject Taster Days, please contact or tel: To find out more about our Subject Taster Days, please contact: or tel:

9 7 Students Union Activities SU Volunteer Tutor Scheme Bath s Students Union can offer volunteer tutors for primary school groups in Bath. All year groups are covered and this is a great way of gaining an extra pair of hands in the classroom. The SU can also offer student tutors for more specific subjects within secondary schools. Student Union Clubs and Societies The Students Union has many different Societies and Clubs that can run workshops for groups. For example, the SU can deliver activities such as Breakdancing, Cheerleading, Musical Theatre and Circus Skills. There are also a variety of societies such as the African Caribbean and Chinese Society who are able to deliver cultural awareness sessions. For Students Union activities, please contact A.Boneham@bath.ac.uk

10 8 University of Bath Library Our Library offers Independent Learning and Library Skills support through group visits. Students undertaking A-level projects, Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) or International Baccalaureate (IB) can supplement their research through access to our printed resources. In advance of a visit your school/college group will be expected to devote class time to watch two short presentations that give an overview of Library services and how to identify resources in our Library. A typical visit will then consist of a short tour of the Library building followed by independent use of our dedicated catalogue terminals to find information. To request a group visit please use the booking form at: Further information about group visits can also be found on this webpage. Visits are most appropriate for School/College years Students under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. We can host a visit in any University vacation. For vacation dates please see: organisation/semester-dates/. Capacity is limited so we recommend booking at least six weeks in advance.

11 93 Faculty of Engineering & Design Architecture & Civil Engineering The Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering is pleased to consider visiting schools to inspire and motivate the next generation of designers on the excitement of being an architect or a civil/structural engineer in the low-carbon era. The Department can also support hands-on model making or computational design activities for school groups. For example, Dr Paul Shepherd (lecturer), who has previously worked with leading architects such as Frank Gehry and Richard Rogers, regularly talks to school groups (years 10-13) about how civil engineers and architects take the mathematics used in the classroom and use it to design large complex structures including the O2 Arena and the London Olympic Stadium. Chemical Engineering The Department of Chemical Engineering is pleased to consider visiting schools to give presentations on their undergraduate programmes and what you can expect from studying Chemical Engineering. The Department also runs In2Science programmes, more details of which can be found here: Electronic & Electrical Engineering The Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering runs a wide range of outreach activities for schools and colleges, from research showcases and department tours to hands-on robotic challenges. If you contact us we are happy to plan what would be most appropriate for your visit. Mechanical Engineering The Department of Mechanical Engineering undertakes a range of school visits to provide careers advice and lectures on all aspects of Mechanical Engineering. We have also assisted local schools with engineering projects and are happy to host groups of school children for departmental visits. Capacity for visits and collaborative projects is limited so early contact is recommended. The department is happy to organise workshops and hands-on engineering activities for school children across different years of study. Capacity for visits is limited so early contact is recommended. Please contact outreach@bath.ac.uk in the first instance

12 10 Faculty of Science Biology & Biochemistry Natural Sciences Chemistry Computer Science Mathematical Sciences Pharmacy & Pharmacology Physics Talks in schools and/or colleges Curriculum-linked practical workshops in molecular biotechnology for secondary age pupils on campus Practical activities in the school classroom or based on campus (Primary upwards) Biobox : free loan of equipment (PCR, gel electrophoresis, pipettes, reagents along with technical training and support) Annual CPD seminars for teachers Talks in schools/colleges Hands-on spectroscopy workshops in the classroom (through RSC funded Spectroscopy in a Suitcase ) or on the university campus Practical workshops (primary upwards) on the university campus or in the classroom (topics can include Green energy, Chemistry of Crystals, Forensics, Synthesis and Spectroscopy) CPD for teachers (spectroscopy equipment loan, research lectures, resources) Science, careers and demonstration lectures in schools and/or colleges, on campus or at other venues. Salters Festivals of Chemistry (Yr 7/8) and Residential Camps (Yr 10) Trained undergraduate and postgraduate ambassadors available to work with students and teachers For more information see Introduction to programming workshop (0.5 to full day) Arduino (hardware and software) workshop (0.5 to full day) Problem solving in CS (1-3 hours) Introduction to software engineering as a team (full day) Masterclasses (animation, visual effects, AI, sound, social media) (2 hours) STEP (Sixth Term Examination Paper) classes UKMT (United Kingdom Mathematics Trust) classes Trained student ambassadors able to visit schools to work with students and teachers School and college visits to the Department for Years 12 and 13 Maths master classes on university campus or in schools/colleges Talks in schools/colleges School/college visits for lab demonstrations For more information see Talks and activities in schools/colleges, provided by Department staff and/or students School/college visits to the Department for lab activities, tours and demonstrations The Faculty of Science offers a wide range of events and activities to schools and colleges. Capacity is limited and early booking is advisable. Please contact outreach@bath.ac.uk in the first instance.

13 Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences 11 Education Economics Languages Politics and International Relations Psychology The Department of Education can offer school visits to give presentations on aspects of its undergraduate Education with Psychology Degree programme. These sessions aim to generate discussion among attendees about how young children and adolescents learn and develop in contemporary British society and across the world. Students on our undergraduate economics programmes run the successful University of Bath Economics Society Team (BEST). They can visit local schools to deliver a day of highly interactive economics lessons, aimed at increasing students knowledge above and beyond the A-level syllabus. The society can also provide information about studying economics at degree level. School visits can be carried out, sometimes with students who are currently studying one of the language programmes that we offer. The Faculty also hosts an annual Language Teachers Event at the University to enable attendees to discuss contemporary issues in language teaching and how to prepare students for languages at an undergraduate level. Senior academics are able to provide engaging guest lectures relating to topical issues. Topics include Zombie Nation: Devolution and the end of British Politics and Memory, History, Identity and Conflict. The Department of Psychology is pleased to visit schools to give presentations on its undergraduate programmes and what you can expect from studying a psychology degree. Sport and Exercise Science Sport and Social Sciences Sport and Exercise Science presents an excellent opportunity for those that have a passion to combine their strengths and interests in science with those in sport and exercise. This talk will explore the fascinating applications of scientific principles to sport and exercise, principally through one of three branches: biomechanics, physiology and psychology. Given the global growth and presence of the sports industry, we are becoming increasingly interested in sport and society. This talk explore the relationships between sport, power, politics and our cities, identities, bodies, health, lifestyles and values. Sport clearly matters today; by understanding it from a social science perspective, how can we understand more about our own health and social lives? And, what can students gain from thinking critically and seriously about sport? The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a wide range of events and activities for schools and colleges. Capacity is limited and early booking is advisable. Please contact outreach@bath.ac.uk in the first instance.

14 12 Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Social and Policy Sciences An overview of Sociology (secondary school) Have you ever contemplated the causes of poverty, considered the reasons for crime or thought about what produces stress or fears around the threat of terrorism? How do the media shape our identities? What is society? This session provides an overview of these themes. Policy in your daily life (secondary school) Few young people think about the role of the government in their lives. Policies that directly affect individual well-being are termed social policies. This session outlines and discusses social policies and how they link to the lives of young people. Corruption in political life (secondary school) This session discusses how lack of transparency in politics and corruption affects our lives. Why should sociologists be interested in death? (secondary school) This talk will introduce students to some of the key sociological questions related to death, dying and bereavement. In addition, we can offer topical debates surrounding issues such as assisted suicide, and death rituals in modern culture. How do we understand racism and what do governments do about it? (secondary school) Sociology can help us understand complicated issues such as race, ethnicity, racial disadvantage and racism. Together with Social Policy these two subjects can help our understanding of what racism is and how it might best be dealt with. How pets and therapy assistance animals can support people with autism, ADHD, mental health and other disabilities (secondary school and primary) This session explains how social groupings have developed by exploring the relationships we have with other people and with animals. International development (secondary school) There are a range of interactive sessions given on the theme of social justice in international development. These include: (i) What do we understand by development? What is poverty? (ii) Which criteria do we use to assess poverty? What happens if we use different criteria? (iii) What type of governing institutions best guarantee peace? (iv) How does nature challenge our vision of economic and social progress? Social Work & Counselling, an introduction to the professions Social work, Counselling, Psychotherapy, Advice, Advocacy, Support, Play Therapy, Mentoring and Coaching; all different forms of advice and support provided to people, they have shared principles but may be delivered differently. If you are thinking about a career in the caring professions this talk will explore these differences and help you think about which might work best for you. School of Management The School of Management is pleased to visit schools to give presentations on its undergraduate programmes and what you can expect from studying a Business/ Management degree. Capacity for visits is limited so early contact is recommended. Please contact outreach@bath.ac.uk in the first instance.

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