Opportunities
University of Reading – Subject Tasters
The University of Reading are offering a series of subject taster sessions for a variety of undergraduate courses, from Meteorology to English Language. These sessions are offered in person or virtually, and there is a travel bursary available, for those who are eligible.
To fin out more and register, click here. Alternatively, see the brochure below.
Dentistry – Simulated Work Experience Day
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board are running a simulated work experience day on 8th July 2025, for those learners interested in a career in dentistry. The day is designed to give learners a hands-on introduction to the specialism, with a chance to learn from real professionals.
To register, click here. Spaces are limited, so sign up quickly! If you have any further questions, or want to fund out more, email CTM.WorkExperience@wales.nhs.uk.
Medical Webinars
The Medical Education Centre of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, are hosting series of free webinar taster sessions for learners considering a career in the medical field. These cover a range of specialties, as well as sessions focusing on UCAT and MMI preparation.
To register, click here
Get Into Medicine Conference
A free, virtual conference which provides a comprehensive overview of the application process for medical based university courses, including information about:
- Tactically choosing universities;
- Personal statements;
- UCAT entrance exam;
- Medical school interview skills;
- Medical leadership programmes;
- Awards programmes;
- Extracurricular activities;
- Work experience;
- Reapplication into medicine;
- Applying for scholarships
The virtual conference takes place Sunday 22nd June, 9.30am-3.30pm, and learners are invited to attend with a parent/carer. To register, click here
King’s College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series
A free programme of lectures for Year 12 and 13 learners interested in pursuing further study and a career in dentistry or medicine.
As well as learning about the opportunites and challenges of both professions, leanrers will receive help and guidance on the application process. Lectures are delivered by a series of guest speakers from a variety of specialties within medicine and dentistry, and will run on Zoom throughout 2025, on a Tuesday evening for, 6.00-7.15pm.
To apply to take part in the lectures, click here. Applications need to be in by 2pm on Friday 10th January.
STEM SMART – University of Cambridge
STEM SMART (Subject Mastery and Attainment Raising Tuition) is a widening participation initiative from the University of Cambridge in association with Isaac Physics, to provide free, complementary teaching and support students who attend a UK maintained school (non-fee paying school) and:
- have either experienced educational disadvantage or belong to a group that is statistically less likely to progress to higher education and
- are considering applying to Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Sciences (eg physics, chemistry, earth sciences, materials science) or Biological Sciences (eg plant sciences, pharmacology, physiology, evolution and behaviour, biochemistry) courses at university and are studying A Levels (or equivalent) in maths and science.
STEM SMART is a free, 17-month programme* to support students in raising their attainment at school and develop their confidence to apply to study physical or biological sciences, engineering or computer science at top universities. The programme starts in the January of Year 12, and learners will benefit from a Cambridge student mentor, live subject-focussed talks, a residential trip to Cambridge, and support for university applications.
To find out more about what the programme offers, eligibility criteria, and to apply, click here.
In2MedSchool Acceleration Programme (IAP)