The role of teachers, senior leadership teams and advisors is crucial in supporting students and potential students to access Higher Education. Whether supporting someone by raising attainment, helping them to make informed choices, or by providing practical information and advice, at Go Higher West Yorkshire we have resources which can help.
The information and links below have been compiled to assist you to help support learners’ attainment and aspirations, inform their choices about courses and careers, and guide them through the application process on their journey to Higher Education. This includes the OfS Uni Connect Programme Outreach Hub – helping schools and colleges access the higher education outreach they need.
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Welcome to Go Higher West Yorkshire’s Virtual Resource Collation Hub!
The resources provide virtual alternatives to our usual outreach delivery. For example, showing students a subject-specific student ambassador video to substitute direct 1-1’s with student ambassadors.
Please use this resource to identify opportunities for embedding the resources within your school/college practice. For example, showing a 5 minute video during form time is a great way to ensure students continue to receive outreach support.
*Please note- innovative ideas are more required than ever. If you identify a GHWY-related resource need for your school/college, please suggest to your project officer to discuss further.
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Webinar explaining the value of the students union, including support, opportunities and career prospects available for students at Kirklees. This video explains the purpose of student unions, emphasising the support and culture it creates for students. This involves a Q&A with the president of the student union.
This resource includes a definition of enrichment, explaining the extra-curricular benefits of enrichment opportunities for students. Student Engagement Mentor discusses the value of pursuing extra activities to support student development. For example, community work and volunteering can strongly enhance student applications.
Virtual collection of resources to be used by staff/students to ensure outreach is accessed remotely. These resources have been designed to support students on their journey into HE, such as personal statement support, choosing the right course and student finance. Please note there are multiple resources within this package to be accessed by staff and students.
Interactive resource designed by GHWY to encourage students to consider and apply financial skills to understand the concept of budgeting. Students are encouraged to consider various financial implications associated with university lifestyle as they begin to plan their monthly spending. This resource involves an interactive PowerPoint including discussions points for practitioners/parents/students to discuss.
An online explanation of UCAS/Careers fairs and their purpose for students. UCAS timelines for application submissions are highlighted, along with tips for researching courses. This video will support students to choose the right university. This will raise awareness towards the value of careers fairs and why students should attend to receive benefits. This video provides a description of best practice for student ambassadors delivering UCAS/Careers fairs. While this webinar is most appropriate for outreach practitioners to consider best practice, this may be useful for year 12/13 who are considering becoming a student ambassador at university.
Webinar delivered by an outreach practitioner explaining University Centre's approach to Covid 19 situation, applications and delivery. This video includes explanation of courses available at University Centre Leeds. Generic information of courses provided, included description of resources and facilities available at UCL. Insights into the degree courses and introductions to teaching staff with email addresses for students to contact.
Webinar explaining the digital and engineering courses available at the University Centre Leeds. This video is suitable for any students who may wish to pursue digital/engineering related courses. For example, Computer Science, Game Art, Cyber Security, Game Development, Game Programming, Software Development, Web and App Development. Work experience is available within the courses.
A playlist of 11 videos created by the University of Huddersfield to breakdown the process of applying to university. This provides students with in-depth insight towards the processes and requirements to consider when applying to uni. This involves a parent/carer specific guide, how to write a great personal statement and applying through UCAS.
Webinar delivered by outreach practitioner explaining the process of writing an effective personal statement. This provides students with top tips and keys to success when writing personal statements. This includes a timeline for creating your personal statement. Contact details are also provided for students to seek further support.
Webinar delivered by outreach practitioner to support students to make the right choice as they progress into higher education. This resource supports students to make informed decisions by understanding the processes involved with HE applications. Contact details are also provided for students to seek further support.
Webinar delivered by outreach practitioner explaining the purpose of UCAS, process of applying, selection university/college choices and an explanation of college-based higher education. Student finance is also mentioned furing this session. UCAS terminology is explained to enhance student confidence when applying. Contact details are provided for students/staff to seek further guidance.
Webinar delivered by outreach practitioner explaining the difference between traditional HE routes and Degree Apprenticeships. This explains the different levels of HE courses, describing degree apprenticeships and how to apply. The benefits of degree apprenticeships are outlined, this may appeal to students who may not previously have considered themselves as 'suitable' for higher education. For example, the practical element of degree apprenticeships may appeal to students of a practical nature. This will raise the awareness towards the value of degree apprenticeships.
Webinar delivered by outreach practitioner practitioner describing financial support available to students whilst studying as undergraduates. This involves descriptions of bursaries and scholarships that students are able to apply for. This video also provides mythbusting around repayments of student loans.
This resource has been designed by Go Higher West Yorkshire to help parents/carers support their child by providing a step by step process towards navigating their pathway into Higher Education. The parent/carer guide outlines the stages and processes involved when making decisions about your future.
Explore the University of Huddersfield Campus: This playlist provides an in-depth insight towards the various buildings and key landmarks at the University of Huddersfield. This video provides students with a virtual perspective of the real-life environments they may encounter when studying at this university. This will allow students to visualise their future life on campus.
Virtual tours of accomodation for undergraduates students at Leeds University. This allows students to gain virtual insight towards living at halls, meeting new people and adapting to a new environment. This resource should be used to substitute physical visits to accomodation. Students may wish to discuss their thoughts/feelings around moving away from home and living in halls of residence. Further activities could be developed using this resource.
Student ambassadors from the University of Huddersfield discuss their own journey into higher education, course choice and opportunities available. This playlist includes a number of subject-specific promotion content from ambassadors. Students may benefit from the undergraduate insight if they are considering going to university.
Student ambassador talks about her journey studying Business Administration as a higher apprenticeships at Calderdale College. Student ambassadors talks about pathways and choices, researching her course and future prospects. Student explains emotional process when making course choices and support available.
Playlist of student ambassador videos created by Leeds Beckett University, including discussions around 'Living in Halls', 'Moving Day', 'What do you love about studying?' and also providing a range of student-led vlogs. This provides insight for prospective students into the lifestyle of an undergraduate. There are also videos from academics explaining research projects and further student insights within this playlist.
Subject/course-specific student ambassadors talking about their experiences at University. A wide range of subjects are available, including Performing Arts, Law, Mental Health Nursing, Business Management, Sports Coaching and Primary Education. This will provide students with in-depth insight towards HE lifestyle, routine and course content for selected subjects.
A wide range of playlists provided by the University of Huddersfield to offer in-depth insight towards the subjects available. This should allow students to make informed choices around their chosen subjects as they progress into HE. Subjects ranging from Art and Design, Business, Nutrition and Sport, Law and Forensics.
A collection of blogs and videos collated by West Yorkshire's STEM Ambassador Hub, designed to connect industry specialist ambassadors with school/college students and professionals in order to raise career aspirations. This resource aims to raise 'science capital'. This also allows students/schools/colleges to request support from STEM ambassadors.
A range of handbooks designed by Go Higher West Yorkshire to support students who are considering future career options in the Healthcare sector. This resource supports students when navigating pathways/routes into healthcare, suggesting useful tips for work experience and extra-curricular activities to optimise student potential.
Student ambassador explains making HE choices and opportunities available within this course. Undergraduate life, support and career prospects are discussed during this video.
Webinar delivered by Award Leader for Childhood Studies to provide information towards accessing HE, entry requirements and units available. HE skills such as report writing and critical thinking are discussed. This video is suitable for any students considering pursuing Early Years/Childhood studies/Primary teaching at HE level. Learning styles are also discussed.
Webinar delivered by Award Leader for Animal Management to explain the course structure, requirements and learning benefits of studying this degree. Transferrable skills are discussed, such as scenario based assignments. Career guidance and support is also discussed.
Webinar delivered by Award Leader on the Access to HE diploma in Business and Computing. This video includes a breakdown of course structure, industry opportunities and practical skills. Technical and academic skills are discussed, alongside learning styles and different learning modes.
Kirklees College tutor explains the teaching qualifications offered by this institution, skills required and learning styles/types of study available to prospective students. This webinar explains the different levels of study and is suitable for any students considering going into teaching. Teacher training is also discussed.
There is a lack of home-grown regional talent and skills. Shipley College looking to develop new provision. UofL Rail Institute interested in regional skills and part of High Speed Rail Network. At present regional accredited Rail training is provided by Redstone Rail who are based close to Shipley College- a range of case studies available for student insight.
Parents/carers describe key life skills that are essential for their son/daughter's progress as they progress on their journey into FE, HE or future careers. These topics involve communication, teamwork, self-belief, problem solving and self-management. This highlights the importance of employability skills for students considering their next steps.
GHWY's Headstart resource provides in depth insight towards the advantages of studying higher level and agree level degree apprenticeships. This resource provides signposting, mythbusting, FAQ's and top tips for students to find the right degree and make informed decisions about their future. This explains the competitive nature of higher/degree apprenticeships and living costs are also mentioned.
This resource has been designed by Go Higher West Yorkshire to help parents/carers support their child by providing a step by step process towards navigating their pathway into Higher Education. The parent/carer guide outlines the stages and processes involved when making decisions about your future.
Transition to university support for students and parents/carers to support the decision making process. In this area of the website you’ll find information to guide you through the process so you know what to do and when. You’ll also discover useful information that will help you to provide the best support you can.
This playlist includes a breakdown of the support and wellbeing services available when studying at university. This will raise the awareness towards students' understanding of the support available when studying at HE level. Topics range from Careers and Employability, Care Leavers, Electronic Submission and Marking, through to Hate Crime.
Students and Academics discuss the value of the support networks available at Leeds Conservatoire. This support includes Mental Health Counselling and Wellbeing appointments, Physiotherapy, Yoga, Performance Anxiety and sleep difficulty support. This is particularly useful for students who are considering performing arts due to the intense nature of physical performing. Mentoring schemes for DSA are also discussed.
GHWY Project Officer provides pre-recorded webinar to explain the purpose of resilience, tips for students/staff to become more resilient and also strategies for monitoring resilience. This has been requested during focus groups as resilience has been suggested as a key part of wellbeing during C19 lockdown.
Burberry and Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership have worked in partnership to bring you this creative industries toolkit. The aim is to equip educators with tools to inspire young people from all backgrounds about the breadth of opportunities in our region and the wide range of skills needed in the creative industry, to help them make better informed choices.
Resource directory created by Careers and Enterprise to support schools/college with outreach to enhance CEIAG and utilise Gatsby Benchmarks efficiently within the current context: Inspire and prepare young people for the fast-changing world of work, with the help of our carefully curated Resource Directory. Developed with you in mind, we’ve made it easy to quickly find the trusted, high quality resources you need to make a difference.
Guidance document to encourage CEIAG and outreach professionals to pursue best practice during the current COVID 19 pandemic. The guidance in this document explains the importance of the Gatsby Benchmarks, suggesting new approaches towards meeting the criteria and creating meaningful encounters. This will support careers leaders to continue developing quality practice in a new environment.