Level 3, Year 1-2
Ambition to Succeed Progression Scheme
A multi-school/college cohort for a programme of online and in-person activities, culminating in a residential stay on our Canterbury campus. From February to July in the first year of the programme, students will engage in a programme incorporating information, exploration and experience. It offers an introduction to HE level study, extracurricular activities and a broad exposure to subjects available. Midway through, students will choose a subject ‘strand’ to focus on for the remainder of the programme. Year 1 culminates in an on-campus residential In Year 2, students are invited to join a programme of online drop-in sessions to support onward progression.
Students who attend Ambition to Succeed and are successful in an HE application to the University of Kent will be eligible for our Ambition to Succeed Scholarship.
Please note, this is a self-signup activity for Level 3 students. For more information, and details about how they can apply for Ambition to Succeed, please scan the QR code or click here. The deadline for applications is 14th February 2025.
If you would like one of our team to visit your school to give a promotional talk on the Ambition to Succeed programme, please email outreach@kent.ac.uk
Ambition to Succeed Colleges Flyer
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Year 1
Talk: What’s next after college? Exploring options for progression into higher education, apprenticeships or work
Talk: Value of HE and how to fund it. Twilight session exploring university and student life for students with parents/supporters
We also offer:
- Subject-specific curriculum support
- General university taster day
- Spotlight on… Subject-specific taster day
- Studying My Subject: Student ambassador-led subject specific session finance for parents/supporters and students
Level 3 Inside Sport Science
Over the course of three visits, students will be given the opportunity to conduct their own research project within our sports science laboratories, analyse their results, create a research poster, and present their findings to university staff. Awards will be given to the best research poster and best research presentation.
This is a brilliant opportunity for Y12/L3 students studying PE or a related subject. All three sessions will take place on our Canterbury campus, with the two research visits taking place during the school day and the poster presentation during the evening. The day visits will last from 9.30am to 2pm. As the sessions build upon one-another, we ask that schools/colleges commit to all three.
The dates are:
- Visit one: Wednesday 5th OR 12th February
- Visit two: Wednesday 26th February OR 5th March
- Presentation Evening: Tuesday 1st April from 6pm to 7.30pm
We do have limited spots available due to lab capacity, so we recommend booking at your earliest convenience. Each school will be able to bring up towards 15 students each. To enrol onto the Inside Sport Science programme, please email Katrine at k.l.solvaag@kent.ac.uk or outreach@kent.ac.uk with your desired dates and estimated number of students.
Level 3 The Royal Institution Mathematics Masterclasses
The University of Kent is excited to announce that the Royal Institution Online Mathematics Masterclasses for Year 12/Level 3 students has returned. We would be delighted to receive nominations from your school/college for Year 12/ Level 3 pupils to attend the masterclasses.
The masterclasses will be taking place online at 10:15am-12:00pm on Saturday 25th January, 1st February, and 8th February, via Zoom.
Please note that students must be nominated by a teacher and places are limited. Details can be found in the accompanying flyer and invitation letter.
Year 12/Level 3 Masterclasses Flyer
Invitation to schools/colleges RI Maths 2025
Year 12/Level 3 permission slip for Ri Masterclasses
Nominations are via an online form (the link is in the letter) and nominations should be made by midnight on the 16th of January to secure places for your students.
We hope that you will be able to take advantage of this opportunity for your students and look forward to receiving your nominations. If you have any questions, then please do not hesitate to email Rowena via mathsoutreach@kent.ac.uk
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Year 2
Talk: Applying to University. Demystifying the UCAS and student finance process
- Personal statement writing support
- Work-ready interview support
Talk: Studying My Subject. Student ambassador-led subject-specific session
- STEM subject-specific support (on campus and in college)
Talk: Your Next Steps. Transition support from FE to HE in college
Head Start: Transition support for students coming to Kent (on campus)
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Access Students
- Progression talks focusing on UCAS and the application process, making the right choices and student finance
- Personal statement advice and guidance
- Subject-specific small group mentoring for attainment raising and confidence building
- Post-application monitoring and support
Talk: Your Next Steps. Transition support from Access to HE
Head Start: Transition support for students coming to Kent (on campus)
Please email outreach@kent.ac.uk for more information on our FE Outreach offers.