Presentations and Workshops
The University of South Wales' award-winning team of experts work with schools and colleges around the UK delivering interactive workshops designed to inform students about higher education, and support them with the transition to university.
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Our workshops are free and available in both Welsh and English. Throughout the Autumn term our talks and workshops can be delivered online and at a time that suits you.
Our sessions
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
This interactive session answers three basic questions:
- Is university worthwhile?
- Is university achievable?
- Is university affordable?
The session will highlight the different approaches to researching and discovering the right university and course.
The session will also encourage students to consider how they can get the most out of open days and higher education conventions.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 1, 2, 3, 4 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 or equivalent students
Available on-campus at USW or at your school/college, our experienced staff will guide your students through the UCAS online application process.
Please note, if you would like to book this session at your school/college all students will require access to a PC.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 3 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
We offer a range of bespoke activities specifically for those students applying for nursing and midwifery courses.
From writing the personal statement, to preparing for an interview, our team of experts will provide impartial advice and guidance to assist students through the application process.
Please note, sessions require a minimum of 10 students.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 3, 4 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
Through role play activities and real-life examples, this session aims to prepare students to impress at their higher education and job interviews.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 2, 3, 5 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
Session also available for parents/guardians
This session allows students to identify the type and amount of financial support they could receive, as well as address any financial concerns they may have.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 2, 3 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
This interactive workshop will provide students with a set of skills that are essential for level 3 study and beyond.
During this workshop students will consider a wide range of study skills, including:
- Effective reading and writing
- Revision techniques
- Understanding referencing and plagiarism
- Time management
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
Within this session students can find out how they can gain a degree, 5 years work experience and no student debt through our sponsored degree programme.
With degrees in Accounting, Business, Computing, Engineering, Law and Surveying, students can apply their academic knowledge to real-life work within a company.
The session takes approximately 30 minutes. We are also able to attend Parents Evenings, Open Evenings and Careers Fairs hosted by your school or college.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 2, 3, 5 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
Session also available for parents/guardians
From registration and course choice, through to results day and clearing, this session guides students through the full UCAS process and highlights how students can make the most of their UCAS application.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 1 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
This session can range from a short practical guide to an hour-long hands on workshop. All sessions will help students understand what universities are looking for, how to present themselves in the best light and how to find the motivation to 'get it done'.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 3 and 7.
Watch our 'How to write an effective personal statement' presentation.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
With over 60 courses franchised to our five local partner colleges across South Wales, we can advise students on the benefits of studying a USW franchise qualification at their local FE college.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 2, 3 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
For many students the transition from school or college to university can be a daunting. Delivered by a USW Student Ambassador or recent graduate, this session aims to take students through the journey of university life, provide them with a number of invaluable survival tips, and give insight into life as a student.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 3 and 7.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
This interactive, discussion based workshop equips learners with strategies to ensure a positive well-being.
You can also access our Wellbeing for Everyone page for additional sources of support.
Date: on request
Suitable for year 12 and 13 or equivalent students
Session also available for parents/guardians
The future of employment is changing. Through this session we offer an insight into how the world of work is evolving, and how higher education helps prepare students for the jobs of the future.
This session will enable you to achieve Gatsby Benchmark 2, 3, 4 and 7.
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We can tailor sessions to meet the needs of your students. If you have specific requirements or would like to arrange a bespoke programme to suit you and your students, please contact us.
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