Webinars
From time to time we deliver free one-off webinars for teachers and careers advisers on our website. Our spring series in 2023 featured the following topics which you can access recordings of.
Preparing students for university with outreach programmes
Wednesday 1st March 2023, 4pm – 5pm
This session will look at widening participation outreach programmes available across the Russell Group. It will focus on eligibility criteria, the benefits of participating (including possible lower entry grades) and how teachers and advisers can encourage students to get involved. Three Russell Group universities will provide further details of the opportunities available at their institutions, highlighting key application dates and deadlines.
Delivered by Paul Martin, Project Manager at Advancing Access, Denise Brooks, Senior Access Development Officer at the University of Sheffield, Sarah Patterson, Student Recruitment Office Coordinator at Newcastle University and Abby Harrison, Access and Outreach Recruitment Manager at the University of York
You can access a recording of the webinar here.
Supporting students to choose a university and course
Monday 6th March 2023, 4pm – 5pm
With over 50,000 courses at over 295 higher education institutions in the UK, choosing the right course or institution can be overwhelming for students. This webinar will take a look at the different types of higher education institution and the varied ways that courses can be delivered. There will also be suggestions on how to compare similar courses or institutions and a chance to have your questions answered.
Delivered by Lesley Stokes, Widening Participation Manager at the University of Edinburgh and Laura Whitelock, Access and Outreach Officer at the University of York
You can access a recording of the webinar here.
How to reassure your students during the cost of living crisis
Tuesday 14th March 2023, 4pm – 5pm
Unfortunately, the ongoing cost of living crisis is an added pressure for students considering continuing their studies into HE. This webinar aims to equip teachers and advisers with information and resources to enable them to reassure their students that university remains a viable option despite the current economic landscape. It will explore specific financial support on offer using examples from the University of Manchester and from across the Russell Group. Student finance, scholarships and bursaries will be touched upon as well as the benefits of progressing into HE.
Delivered by Hannah Goodwin, Marketing and Recruitment Officer at the University of Manchester
You can access a recording of the webinar here.
Helping students to apply for degree apprenticeships
Thursday 16th March 2023, 4pm – 5pm
This webinar will provide an overview of degree apprenticeships; what they are, how they work and how best to support students considering degree apprenticeships. Supporting students when considering, and applying to degree apprenticeships is a slightly different process, therefore, this webinar will outline the subject areas they are offered in, how to research them and the application processes.
Delivered by Emma Churchill, School and College Engagement Officer (East) at the University of Exeter
You can access a recording of the webinar here.
Helping your students to navigate the student finance process in England
Tuesday 25th April 2023, 4pm – 5pm
This session will look at the student funding package for the 2023/24 academic year. There will be a focus on advising students and sponsors about the application process and possible evidence requirements. There will also be best practice advice on receiving payment of funds and helping to understand the new repayment model.
Delivered by Stephen Jones from the Student Loans Company
You can access a recording of the webinar here.
Creating a culture of success in your school or college
Tuesday 2nd May 2023, 4pm - 5pm
This webinar will look at how you can create a culture of success in your school or college with respect to enabling students to progress to competitive universities. Participants will learn how to embed a culture of aspiration and celebration in their setting, collaborate with other schools and colleges, make the most of working with alumni, engage with destinations data and support students to take part in super-curricular activities.
Presented by Paul Martin, Project Manager at Advancing Access and Fiona Grundy, Project Assistant at Advancing Access
You can access a recording of the webinar here.
What are Russell Group universities looking for in the new UCAS reference?
Thursday 11th May 2023, 4pm - 5pm (now full)
Monday 22nd May 2023, 4pm - 5pm (now full)
The process for writing UCAS references is changing for applications for 2024 entry onwards. This webinar will provide guidance to support teachers and advisers to write their first references in the new format later this year. Following consultation with our university partners, we will also provide an insight into what Russell Group universities in particular may be looking for in the new reference format.
Presented by Paul Martin, Project Manager at Advancing Access and Fiona Grundy, Project Assistant at Advancing Access
*Both these webinars are now at full capacity. You can access a recording of the webinar here.