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Access to Bristol Ben Leventhall September 2013
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Access to BristolBen Leventhall
September 2013
The Access to Bristol scheme is an initiative that provides local students with an unprecedented opportunity to experience life at the University of Bristol, gaining access to its academic expertise and facilities.The scheme is designed as a curriculum enrichment opportunity for students studying A-levels or equivalents and is open to all students in the first or second year of A-level study
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How does it work?
Dates before Christmas
Wednesday 16 October 2012
Wednesday 23 October 2012
Wednesday 6 November 2012
Wednesday 13 November 2012
Wednesday 20 November 2012
Wednesday 27 November 2012
Wednesday 4 December 2012
Wednesday 11 December 2012
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Dates after Christmas
Wednesday 29 January 2013
Wednesday 5 February 2013
Wednesday 12 February 2013
Wednesday 26 February 2013
Wednesday 5 March 2013
Wednesday 12 March 2013
Wednesday 19 March 2013
Wednesday 2 April 2013
The Access to Bristol programme runs twice throughout the year. There are eight sessions on Wednesday afternoons – an introductory session, six subject taster sessions and a concluding session about applying for university. Some subject streams run across different terms; some run twice.
Subjects streams:Animal Sciences
Archaeology and Anthropology
Arts and Humanities
Biomedical Sciences
Chemistry
Earth Sciences
Economics, Finance and
Management
Engineering
English Literature
Film and Theatre
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Geography
Historical Studies
Law (Pathways to Law; two years – Year 12s only)
Mathematics
Modern Languages
Natural Sciences
Politics
Psychology
Social Policy
Sociology
Sociology, Social Policy and Politics
Theology and Religious Studies
Pathways to Law (Two-Year Programme, year 12 only)Academic sessions at the
University
Work placement at a law firm
National Conference at the University of Warwick
Year 13 sessions - Trip to Bristol Crown Courts, Bail Thrashing session with the College of Law, Trip to the Inner Temple, Graduation Ceremony in London
For 2013/14 the scheme will also include:Societies Taster session (one evening per
programme):This will take place at the Students’ Union and allow participants to sample a range of the university clubs and societies on offer.
Graduation ceremony:Successful participants from both terms and their families will be invited to a celebration evening on 23 April where we will present you with your certificate
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Additional activities
There are a range of general benefits of the scheme:It will look great on the UCAS form – attending
schemes like this shows that pupils have a real motivation and commitment to their studies.A great opportunity to meet a wide variety of people from the local area.A chance to get an insight into what it is like to study their particular subject.The chance to ask questions to our current staff and students and get tips and advice for the future.Plus for Access to Bristol graduates who apply to the University of Bristol there are two further benefits in place
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Benefits of the scheme
Access to Bristol graduates who apply to the University of Bristol and meet the entry requirements for their chosen course will be guaranteed an offer. This shows how highly we regard students who take part in the scheme.If a course interviews, students will be
guaranteed an interview (rather than offer).
Must apply within three years of Access to Bristol and must do any additional admissions tests.Students from low performing schools will be eligible for a contextual offer.
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A Guaranteed Offer for the University of Bristol
For Access to Bristol graduates who apply to the University of Bristol
We are delighted to offer a linked bursary scheme for Access to Bristol participants. If you complete the Access to Bristol programme and firmly accept an offer to study at the University of Bristol, you will be considered for our enhanced financial support package if you have a residual household income of £25,000 or below. This consists of:A full tuition fee waiver, plus;
An annual maintenance grant valued at £3,750
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The Access to Bristol Bursary
For Access to Bristol graduates who apply to the University of Bristol
The Access to Bristol scheme is very popular and as such we are looking for particular students to apply for the available places. Priority is given to students in the following categories:Local students (resident in BS, BA or other
local postcodes); Those with the academic ability to study at the University of Bristol; Those who are part of the first generation in their family to go to university; Those living in a Low Participation Area (LPA).
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Who can apply?
Application for Access to Bristol is open now. This is via an online application form at
www.bristol.ac.uk/access-to-bristol
The deadline for applications is 28th September 2013.Applications received after this date may not be considered.
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How to apply
Twitter: @UoBAccesstoBristol
