In Your Region
There are a range of events, activities, and programmes run by Oxford in the East Midlands region.
Schools Access Programme | Oxford and Cambridge Admissions Workshops | Regional Outreach Networks | Oxbridge Student Conferences | Regional Teacher Conferences | UCAS Exhibitions
Oxford and Cambridge Admissions Workshops
Who for: Students (Y12-13), Teachers, Parents/Carers
When: Autumn
Oxford for East Midlands is pleased to be collaborating with Cambridge University (Christ’s College, Pembroke College and Peterhouse College) to deliver a series of admissions workshops across the East Midlands.
These workshops will cover the application process, how to write a good personal statement and provide interview tips. These are aimed at Y12/13 students (some may be open to parents/carers as well) and will take place at hub schools during the Autumn.
If you would like to discuss the possibility of being a hub school or would like to know if a workshop will be held near you then please email oxfordEM@admin.ox.ac.uk.
Regional Outreach Networks
Who for: Students (Y7-13), Teachers
When: Year-round
Across the East Midlands, there are a number of organisations who work with local universities to deliver outreach programmes to a variety of age groups. These local initiatives are intended to provide opportunities for under-represented groups in their target area with helpful events and additional support about higher education.
You can find out more about the organisations in your area and how you can get involved:
- DANCOP- Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
- Pathways - Leicester, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and Rutland
- Reach - Leicester and Leicestershire
- LincHigher - Lincolnshire
We would encourage you to get involved with the opportunities they provide.
Oxbridge Student Conferences
Who for: Students (Y12), Teachers
When: Spring
These day events are aimed at Year 12 students who are studying for their A Levels (or equivalent) and are beginning to consider their options for study beyond sixth form. The conferences are designed as Open Days on the road, and bring experienced admissions staff, subject specialists and current students from the universities of Oxford and Cambridge to venues around the UK.
These full day events provide up to date information about our courses, clearly outline the admissions process and provide students with the opportunity to hear first-hand how our current undergraduates find life at Oxford and Cambridge. The events also include specific presentations for teachers on outreach and admissions.
Teachers can organise to take a group of their students to their local student conference. Find out more here: Oxford and Cambridge Student Conferences
Regional Teacher Conferences
Who for: Teachers
When: Summer
The University of Oxford recognises the key role that teachers and careers advisers play in encouraging students to make informed decisions about university applications, so we run regional teacher conferences.
During these conferences, we welcome the chance to talk with teachers and advisers about supporting your students through all aspects of considering and applying to Oxford. Sign up to attend the next conference in your region or email teachers@admin.ox.ac.uk.
Schools Access Programme
Who for: Students (Y7-13), Teachers, Parents/Carers
When: Year-round
As part of our outreach work, we offer presentations and workshops that can be delivered in your school.
We offer a variety of talks for Y7-13s including:
- Introduction to University and Oxford (KS3)
- Introduction to Oxford (Y10-12)
- Oxford Admissions Workshop (Y12-13)
- Teachers Oxford/ Admissions Workshop
- Parent/Carer Oxford/Admissions Talk
If you are a teacher looking to book an event in your school, then please begin by selecting your local authority:
UCAS Exhibitions
Who for: Students (Y10-13), Parents/Carers
When: Year-round
UCAS exhibitions enable you to meet university representatives and industry professionals. This will allow you to find out about a wide range universities and courses. You can also pick up copies of prospectuses and attends talks about student finance.
Find out where the next UCAS exhibition near you is and make sure to come and speak to us at the Oxford University stand: UCAS exhibitions
