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Arts and Humanities Outreach
The Arts and Humanities team leads the outreach programme of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures, working with schools and colleges to support underrepresented students in accessing higher education. From one-off events to long-term programmes, our work introduces students to university life and empowers them to explore their options with confidence. We collaborate with academic departments and student ambassadors to deliver inclusive, engaging activities that reflect our commitment to accessibility and innovation in outreach.
Contextual Outreach
The Contextual Outreach team delivers sustained programmes aimed at raising the aspirations and academic success of high-achieving students who are underrepresented in Higher Education. Our flagship initiatives include the Thomas Transition Programme for Year 11 students and Reach for Excellence for those in Years 12 and 13. Through subject taster sessions, study skills workshops, and guidance on careers, finance, and UCAS applications, the team equips students with the knowledge and confidence to pursue selective, research-intensive universities like the University of Leeds. They also collaborate on regional and national outreach partnerships to broaden access to Higher Education.
Contextual Admissions
The Contextual Admissions team is responsible for several projects including the flagship Contextual Admissions scheme, Access to Leeds, which provides a supported entry route to UK applicants from underrepresented groups. As well as the opportunity to receive a contextual offer for any undergraduate course here at Leeds, the programme offers additional support in the form of an academic skills module. The module provides a unique subject-related component, supported by academic staff, which aims to make the transition to studying as an undergraduate student easier.
We also run the Realising Opportunities programme, a national partnership initiative of 9 research intensive universities, which offers the opportunity for students to engage in opportunities to promote fair access to underrepresented groups and give them the chance to experience what being a university student entails.
Education Outreach
The Education Outreach team works across the UK with schools and colleges to raise awareness of the benefits of higher education, the routes into university, the application process and how best to prepare for, and succeed at, university. We offer and attend a range of events, including online/in person talks and workshops, Academic Taster Days and Research Skills Days, Higher Education Experience Days, and visit prospective students in schools and colleges.
Health Sciences Outreach
The Health Sciences Outreach team delivers a wide range of activities and events, focussed on inspiring and supporting students interested in Dentistry, Healthcare, Medicine and Psychology. We visit schools and colleges across the country, as well as welcoming students on to campus to find out more about the exciting careers in the fields of medicine and health. We also run a range of sustained engagement programmes targeted at those under-represented in healthcare education both locally and nationally.
Social Sciences Outreach
The Social Sciences Outreach team delivers subject-specific outreach activities across Business, Education, Geography, Law, Politics, and Sociology, with the aim of widening access to university for underrepresented students. We run a range of sustained programmes such as Leeds Futures - Politics, Environment and Sociology and Pathways to Law, plus annual events such as Schools Question Time, Sustainable Enterprise Challenge and the Social Sciences Summer School. We also deliver activities in schools and colleges, including our Student Ambassador talks and subject taster workshops.
STEM Outreach
The STEM Outreach Team inspires young learners interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Science, and Mathematics by delivering activity online, in schools, and on campus, alongside work placements. Our core programmes are aimed at Year 7-12 students and includes activities for individuals and school groups such as campus visits, Leeds Futures, projects, subject talks and summer schools. We are committed to inspiring young people to make informed choices about Higher Education and showcasing lesser-known STEM subjects.
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