We have developed a series of taster sessions in a range of subjects to enable young people to explore their subject of interest and to ask any questions about studying at the University of Suffolk.

They are the ideal opportunity to sample university teaching and are a great way to demonstrate subject exploration in a personal statement.

Computing: Build an online shop

English - Let's make noise: Exploring English language acquisition

English: Ya what? Dialect variation and how writers can create characters in literature and film

History: The history of the Basque refugee children, 1937-2020

click the link below for more information and how to participate

university of kent online roadshow and webinars

Be inspired by spectacular careers stories

Free, interactive & delivered live (can also be downloaded and viewed as CATCH UP)

Learn Lounge is our new interactive platform that lets you experience a whole new way of careers learning that is delivered virtually so you can join in from the comfort of your own home. It features inspiring career stories and guidance from experts across different fields – from technology to sport, and everything in between.

Click on the link below for more information and how to view

• Interview preparation

• Role specific interview questions .... Business, Admin, Finance

Arts, Media, Publishing

Food & Beverage

• Write a winning application

• Disability confident interview preparation

for more information and application form please see below, or speak with the sixth form team.

TRADE APPRENTICES

These are real hands-on apprenticeships, where you’ll be learning a trade from some of the best people in the industry. As an award-winning house builder, renowned for the quality of our homes, you’ll be able to develop your skills to the highest standards.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Our trade apprenticeships will give you a thorough grounding in your chosen trade with an award-winning company. Lasting over three years, they combine paid, on-the-job training and work experience with college-based study that will leave you with nationally recognised industry qualifications. You can choose between apprenticeships in Brickwork, Carpentry and Joinery, Plumbing and Electrical and Groundworks. We are always looking to expand our apprenticeship offering with other trade disciplines as required by our divisions and developments – if you are interested in a particular trade, please let us know. You’ll work with one of our trusted subcontractors on a Redrow housing development that’s local to you. You’ll also attend a nearby college that’s contracted to the Construction Industry Training Board or JTL training, our preferred apprenticeship providers. Your study will vary, depending on your apprenticeship, but everyone will complete a Diploma specific to their discipline, and reach NVQ Level 2 and the opportunity to progress on to Level 3 for those who perform well.

Apprentice Scheme

The Mercedes-Benz UK Apprentice Scheme offers the opportunity to develop your career with one of the world's most prestigious companies and work alongside some of Britain's brightest young talent, as well as the chance to "earn while you learn".

We are searching for candidates to join our Apprenticeship Programme to train as a Parts Operations Specialist, Light Vehicle Technician or Heavy Vehicle Technician.

Click below for further information and how to apply

Journalism

The Journalism Diversity Fund (JDF) awards bursaries to students from ethnically or socially diverse backgrounds who want to go into journalism. JDF and the bursaries they provide support students with:

• The cost of the NCTJ-accredited course

• Exam fees paid for

• Contributions towards living expenses

• Support with finding work experience placements

There are lots of accredited courses across the UK, however, they do vary in what is on offer/available for each city. Students can not apply for this is they are studying an undergraduate course. So Journalism students at Essex Uni would not qualify for this support. You can check out their accredited courses here and the cities they are available.

Check out their website for more information, they have lots on there.