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Post-16

Post-16

Our events and resources give your post-16 students the opportunity to explore life as STEM student here at Leeds, participate in university taster sessions and hear from current students about their experiences.

Outreach activities for post-16 students

Student Ambassador Talks

Our specially trained undergraduate students will talk about their journeys and inspire your students to progress in STEM at GCSE, BTEC, A Level and beyond!

Engineering Transition Workshops

A series of interactive workshops to inspire the next generation of engineers from a BTEC background to study at university by addressing existing barriers and demonstrating the value of having a degree.

Summer Schools

Find out about the exciting summer schools we run on the campus across STEM. Students will immerse themselves in the life of a STEM student at university and interact with current students and academics.

Leeds Futures: Environment

We’re excited to launch our Leeds Futures - Environment programme for Year 12 students. Designed to help you develop your insight into the various courses available in the Faculty of Environment and show you what it’s like to study at a Russell Group University, the programme for 2024 is a mixture of on campus and online activities. You will be able to develop your skills and subject knowledge, as well as the opportunity to take part in talks, workshops, meet current students and academics, explore University of Leeds’ campus, and other enrichment activities alongside your current studies.

Leeds Futures: STEM

We’re excited to launch our new online STEM programme for Year 12 students. Designed to help you develop your insight into the various courses and what it’s like to study at a Russell Group University, the programme will also help you develop your skills and subject knowledge, giving you the opportunity to take part in talks, workshops and other enrichment activities alongside your current studies.

A Level Biology Practical Assessment Days

Students will experience university labs and get the chance to learn from our Faculty of Biological Sciences academics. The practicals are designed to support the A-Level syllabus.

Taster Lecture Online Videos

Here is a selection of online taster lecture videos from across the STEM faculties and subject areas.

Physics Work Experience Week

Your chance to explore fascinating Physics topics, meet world-leading experts and get a taste of what life as a researcher is like

In2scienceUK

The University of Leeds is partnering with In2Science to deliver the In2STEM programme.

The 2024 In2STEM programme (formerly In2science summer programme) will offer Year 12 (or S5/S6/college) students the opportunity to participate in both online and in-person activities. These activities help them to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to take the next steps in their STEM journey.