The United Kingdom Higher Education Expo highlights Higher Education opportunities and offers information from Universities across the UK
- You can register for the event by clicking the ‘REGISTER’ button above. Registering will give you the opportunity to chat with exhibitors via text chat, watch online video content, as well as download useful resources. The event ‘goes live’ on 24th November 2021 between 11.00am and 6.00pm.
- It is recommended that you research exhibitors that you are interested in ahead of the event to ensure you’re prepared with any questions.
- Please also take a look through our Workshop Schedule. These sessions are either live or pre-recorded and run alongside a live Q&A session.
- The event is on-demand and available to access for 30 days after the event has taken place. This on-demand period will allow visitors to download information and view content.
Workshop Schedule
| TIME | COMPANY | TITLE | DESCRIPTION |
| 11:00 | Oxford Brookes University | TBC | TBC |
| 11:30 | University for the Creative Arts | How to build a creative portfolio and where to start | When applying for a creative degree programme, your portfolio is important! We will give you our tips about how to build a portfolio and point you in the right direction |
| 12:00 | University of Law | Law In Action | Find out about the different legal careers you could go into, including an introduction to Law, Policing, and Criminology |
| 12:30 | Dyson Institute of Engineering & Technology | Re-engineering education with the Dyson Institute: a guide to degree apprenticeships. | Want more than a degree? Want real responsibility? Want to earn while you learn? Check out what degree apprenticeships are all about with the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology. |
| 13:00 | University of Winchester | Next Steps – Now you have applied for university | Designed for students applying to university to get them thinking about the next steps in the process. This includes applying for accommodation and finance as well as responding to offers. Also what happens if they change their mind about their application, decide to defer or use clearing or adjustment. |
| TBC | University of Surrey | Choosing a course and university | This workshop will give insight into what to consider when looking at courses and Universities. |
| 13:30 | Fashion Retail Academy | Careers in Fashion Retail | Join us as we cover all of the different career options available in the Fashion Industry and learn what you can expect as a student at the Fashion Retail Academy. |
| 14:00 | Middlesex University | Find your uni match | Join our workshop for tips on how to make those all-important decisions. Receive guidance on how to research a course or uni, and receive personalised advice from the Q&A. |
| 14:30 | Cardiff Metropolitan University | Why Bother with Higher Education? | This session will look at the cost of going to university, the financial support that is out there including student finance and bursaries and scholarships, as well as the benefits of studying university to ensure you make the most of your degree and investment in your future. |
| TBC | De Montfort University | TBC | TBC |
| 15:00 | Newcastle University | TBC | TBC |
| 15:30 | Southampton Solent University | Science and Engineering Challenges - Some Problems in Applied Science | We will look at some of the challenges facing society over the next few years, and where these students may end up in an engineering and applied science career. |
| 16:00 | University of Hertfordshire | How to choose the right course and university | With so many courses and universities to choose from, in this session the University of Hertfordshire will go through what you need to consider when making your final UCAS choices. |
| 16:30 | St George's, University of London | Studying at a specialist University – St George’s, University of London | Within this session we will explore what life is like studying at a specialist University such as St George’s, University of London. We will be joined by current St George’s students who will share their experiences with you and provide further insight into life at a specialist university. |
| 17:00 | Teesside University | Student life | Ever wondered what life is like as a university student? Join law student Aleeyah Mahmood as she outlines what to expect when you arrive at university. Find out more about study, support and social life at Teesside University. |
| 17:30 | University of Winchester | Personal Statement Advice/Tips | Join us for a session providing advice about writing your personal statement, no matter the course you're applying for. We will cover statement basics, what admissions teams are looking for, and how to tailor your statement to your chosen subject. |
Workshop Schedule
Wednesday 10th February
11.30am ASK Apprenticeships ‘What is an Apprenticeship and what opportunities are available?
The National Apprenticeship Service explore the main benefits of Apprenticeships and how they should be considered as a real alternative to full time education.
Discussing the range of qualifications that can be achieved, including Higher and Degree Apprenticeships, the range of sectors in which you can work and learn, the potential job roles; from a Solicitor, Cyber Security expert to a Digital Marketing Apprentice and find out where to start your search and apply.
12.00pm HMRC Counter Fraud Investigator Apprenticeship
The Counter Fraud Investigator Apprenticeship (CFIA) has been designed in collaboration with government organisations known as 'Trailblazers'. Mapped to the Investigation standards of the Government Counter Fraud Profession, the apprenticeship will present a consistent cross-government approach to assessing standards, and provide an opportunity for individuals to pursue a new career in counter fraud. In HMRC we are closely collaborating with our training team to finalise the curriculum that will be delivered to future apprentices, and are looking forward to starting recruitment under this scheme in 2021.
12.30pm Croydon College Exploring the World of Work at Croydon College
1.00pm AstraZeneca Apprenticeships at AstraZeneca
Background about the different apprenticeship options at AstraZeneca and ‘day in the life’ case studies from current apprentices working in different business areas.
1.30pm JTL Becoming a JTL Apprentice
This presentation provides information, advice and guidance on how to develop a rewarding career in the building services engineering sector, as an electrician or a plumbing & heating engineer, through a JTL Apprenticeship. Average earnings over £32k per year are achievable once fully qualified.
2.00pm ASK Apprenticeships ‘What is an Apprenticeship and what opportunities are available?
The National Apprenticeship Service explore the main benefits of Apprenticeships and how they should be considered as a real alternative to full time education.
Discussing the range of qualifications that can be achieved, including Higher and Degree Apprenticeships, the range of sectors in which you can work and learn, the potential job roles; from a Solicitor, Cyber Security expert to a Digital Marketing Apprentice and find out where to start your search and apply.
2.30pm Trafford Housing Trust Insights into Apprenticeships at THT
Talking to the apprenticeships lead, a current and past apprentice, the Schools Partnership Programme Manager explores apprenticeships at THT with advice for future candidates on how to apply, and succeed in an apprenticeship
3.00pm SKY Apprenticeships at Sky
We welcome you to join us at 3pm for a workshop at the National Apprenticeship Show to showcase who we are and, why doing an apprenticeship at Sky might be your best move. Take this opportunity to find out about what apprenticeships we offer, our locations, and what benefits you can get for working at Sky. Learn whilst you earn, what’s not to love?
3.30pmRAF Apprenticeships in the RAF
The Royal Air Force (RAF) has 20+ Apprenticeship roles rated Outstanding by Ofsted and was in the top 10 in the 2020 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers Award. Apprenticeships are available in a diverse range of careers including aviation operations, engineering, hospitality & catering, and IT, all with great benefits, and a guaranteed job at the end of it.
Not only will you gain a professional qualification as part of a challenging and unique career, as well as getting paid to learn, you’ll get the chance to travel the world, play sport, and perform an important role in the RAF.
4.00pmThe Metropolitan Police Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship
Keeping London safe 24/7. Come and find out more about the fantastic opportunity of joining the Met Police on a degree apprenticeship. This is now the main way for school leavers to join the Met. Get paid from day one, circa 30k per year, earn while you learn – complete an honours degree in professional policing practice, no student debt and no need to take out a loan. Get the benefits of both being a student studying at university and the practical hands on experience of being a Police officer. At the successful conclusion of the degree there are then many exciting options with the organisation that you can explore. Come and talk to us to find out more, applications are open now.
4.30pmNHS Apprenticeships in the NHS
There are many different apprenticeships available in the NHS, from entry level to degree level. Whether a hands-on patient care role such as podiatrist is for you or something more behind the scenes like accounts assistant, the NHS has a plenty of choice. Our careers lead, Abi Changer, will talk through the options with a live Q&A at the end.
Exhibitors
NAS Media Ltd Safeguarding Policy, Risk Assessment and Codes of Conduct
have been developed in conjunction with NSPCC