Partnerships
The University of Oxford works in partnership with other Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in order to provide better resources and share best practices.
Presently we are working with both Oxford Brookes University and Buckinghamshire New University under the banner of Study Higher in order to develop some post-Aimhigher activity in addition to our existing portfolios. More detailed information on what our institutions is available through our individual websites, or by clicking the 'Study Higher' logo on the right.
We also collaborate with Liverpool and Bath universities on some of our programmes. This usually involves a visit or overnight stay to these universities and it allows our young participants to get an in-depth look at other campuses, the area in which they are situated, and the wide variety of courses available to them. We are also in discussions with Winchester University regarding a collaboration on our respective young carers programmes.
If you are an HEI and would like any further information or to discuss a possible collaboration, we are always happy to have a chat about our best practices and how we run our programmes. Please email Tara Prayag to arrange a meeting.
Please see below
for details on both recent and upcoming partnership events.
Study Higher: Teacher's & Adviser's Conference
Managing a changing Careers
Education Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) landscape
17 June, Buckinghamshire New University High Wycombe Campus
This
was a free conference for KS4 and KS5 teachers and careers advisers, jointly
delivered by the universities of Oxford, Oxford Brookes and Bucks New
University. The conference explored the implications of a changing CEIAG
landscape and considered the extent to which the raising of the participation age
(RPA) will act as a catalyst for raising aspirations. Workshops afforded
delegates the opportunity to meet with university colleagues from a range of
different areas including Careers, Student Support and Outreach and to discuss
opportunities to work in partnership to raise aspirations and attainment and to
support progression to higher education.
A write up of the event can be found here.
Independent Learner Day
Monday July 8 2013; Dons Stadium, Double Tree Ballroom
A day about future choices and careers with over 60 employers and universities attending and each bringing opportunities for young people to be involved with creative and interactive activities; for example, there will be professional performers for those who are interested in the performing arts, as well as chances to learn about the study and qualification needed to pursue a career in various areas. Other activities involve code-breaking, jewellery engraving, as well as a chance to see unusual species bought by a zoo!
There will be representatives from Oxford Brookes to represent the Study Higher group.
Parents' Conference
This July, Oxford Brookes will be hosting a conference for the parents of year 10 students. This is an event targeted at five secondary schools in the region and will aim to inform and advise parents of the higher education options available to their children.
For more information please click here.
