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summerschools.suttontrust.com
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Over 40 different
subjects on offer from zoology to
anthropology
We will cover the cost of
travel, accommodation
, food and activities so you
don’t pay anything
Attend taster lectures and workshops
delivered by academics. Build your knowledge
and confidence
Our FREE subject-specific
summer schools are held at 11
leading universities
Our free, week-long residential summer schools give you a unique insight into university life
What are Sutton Trust Summer Schools?
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What will I gain?
Try out subjects before
applying to university
Develop academic skills and
confidence
Meet like-minded
people and build social confidence
Explore university life first hand
Summer Schools support you to make informed decisions about your future
Taste academic lectures•Follow your chosen subject strand
•Access world class staff and facilities•Work with current university students
Receive additional support•UCAS applications
•Accommodation options•Careers
•Finance and budgeting4
What will I do at Summer School?
Find out what university life is really like before you apply
Experience university life
•Taste university societies•Teambuilding challenges
•Sports and recreation activities
•Explore the town/campus•Creative opportunities•Celebration events
...and much more
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Medicine
EngineeringArts and
HumanitiesBusinessLaw
Social Sciences
PsychologyVeterinary Medicine
Which subjects can I choose from?
We offer over 40 subjects including sciences, arts, humanities, languages and vocational subjects
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Our partner universities
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e-Mentoring
Application support
Academic Programmes
BursariesReunions
Revision classes
Mock interviews
Admissions advice
Benefit from free ongoing support
Many of our universities offer ongoing support and guidance throughout Year 13, these include:
Attend a state-funded secondary school or college (non fee-paying school) in the
UK and have never attended a fee-paying school
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Summer School entry requirements
Our programmes are open to students who
Are studying in Year 12 in England or Wales, Year 13 in Ireland and S5 in
Scotland
Have achieved at least five A* - A grades at GCSE, of five A or B passes at National 5, and, where applicable are studying relevant subjects which they apply for (as can be found on university
pages)
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How to apply
Complete the online
application form
Go to the website
Summerschools.suttontrust.com
You can only apply for one Summer School, so check the options and select the one most closely related to your interests – course and location!
Nominate a teacher at your school to verify your application
DEADLINE: THURSDAY 2nd MARCH. NO LATE APPLICATIONS!
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Supporters
Our supporters
We are very grateful for the support of a number of partners who help make our Summer Schools possible, these include
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