Outreach Activities for Schools & Colleges
Support for Teachers, Tutors and Advisers
The University of Cumbria Outreach Team is committed to raising awareness and aspiration so that all learners, regardless of their background, have the confidence to access and progress to Higher Education. To support you in your work in schools and colleges, we offer a range of activities that aim to inform, support and motivate students as they consider their options.
Our outreach package of activities are highlighted and available to book in our Discover. Explore. Support Activity Menu below.
Our Post-16 outreach offer follows three simple steps: 1. Discover. 2. Explore. 3. Support.
DISCOVER. EXPLORE. SUPPORT. ACTIVITY MENU
Information, Advice and Guidance
A range of IAG outreach options to create bespoke and tailored support that integrates with your own internal careers and IAG programme.
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Get Into Series
Course introduction talks that branch across our portfolio to support students as they look to ‘get into’ an area of interest, whilst also showcasing the careers and progression routes that align to that pathway.
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Subject Tasters
An interactive and hands on introduction to a subject to spark student interest in a subject area.
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Campus Visit Days
There is no better way for your students to get a feel for university life than to visit one of our campuses. Campus visits are available to our Ambleside, Carlisle, Lancaster and London campuses.
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Masterclasses
Subject specific teaching experiences in higher education. Our masterclasses offer students the opportunity to explore subjects and topics beyond what is covered in the curriculum. UCAS Point deduction available upon completion. T&Cs apply.
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Additional Activity
The Outreach team are available to attend careers fairs and 6th from/college open evenings, throughout the academic year. Whether that be by hosting a stand or delivering a talk tailored to students, parents and carers, and mature students.
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Future Teachers
The University of Cumbria Future Teachers Programme is your gateway to a rewarding career in teaching. Developed and delivered by our experienced academic and support staff from the Institute of Education, Arts and Society and Outreach Team, this programme is designed to empower students in year 12/13 (or with the essential knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to become successful future teachers.
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5 Reasons to work with the University of Cumbria Outreach Team
A team of experienced outreach practioners - Since September 2022 we have worked directly with 170+ schools and colleges, delivered 335 activities, hosted 36 campus visits and delivered 140+ presentations & workshops.
Access to academic knowledge and teaching - we can facilitate activities led by academics who are experts in their field.
We offer tailoring as standard and can mix and match activities to meet your needs. All sessions are designed to support in meeting Gatsby Benchmarks for Good Careers Guidance.
You will have a dedicated contact who will keep you updated about key opportunities and upcoming events.
All our activities are FREE.
Don't Just Take Our Word For It
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I feel that the relationship with the University of Cumbria is critical to our Sixth Form and is an integral part of what makes our school unique. So many of our students choose to attend the University of Cumbria due to their fantastic Masterclass sessions and it has raised the aspirations of so many of our students.
Simon Howarth
Head of Sixth Form and Assistant Principal
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The Masterclasses held by the University of Cumbria are frequently a highlight in our students’ year. As staff we feel that the opportunities for students to access the facilities, speak to a range of tutors and experience what life would be like as a university student is invaluable and often inspires multiple students to consider Higher Education as a progression option for them.
Georgina
Tutor at Carlisle College
Meet the Team
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Louise Gray
Outreach Team Manager
John Simpson
Outreach Officer for Carlisle, Eden and South Lakes
Jean Pierre Mugenga
Outreach Officer for West Cumbria and North East
Siân Owen
Outreach Officer for North East & South West Scotland
Jennifer Perkins
Outreach Officer for Lancashire
Kirsty Harrison
Outreach Officer for Barrow-In-Furness/South Lakes
Andrew Ashburn
Outreach Assistant
Ellen Walker
Outreach Officer for Lancashire
Contact outreach@cumbria.ac.uk or call us on 01228 616333 to speak to a member of the team.
Key Dates for Your Diary
30 April 2024 - UCAS search tool displays 2025 courses.
7 May 2024 - Adviser portal opens for 2025 entry.
14 May 2023 - Undergraduate applications open for 2025 entry.
3 September 2024 - Completed Undergraduate applications can be submitted to UCAS.
29 January 2025 - Equal consideration deadline for the majority of undergraduate courses 18:00 (UK time)
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Our Outreach Connect monthly newsletter includes information on all upcoming University of Cumbria events, as well as lots of other useful information for you and your students.