Non-Specific | UCL Lloyds Scholars Programme: designed for Y12 students who receive £1000 bursary each year of their degree & aimed at lower income families Social Mobility Foundation:
an excellent scheme which offers successful applicants from lower income families the following
Mentoring by a professional via email; Tailored skills sessions and career workshops; University application support and guidance, & Internships with top employers | | | |
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Art / Architecture / Design | UCL Gateway Conferences Feb and July 2018
This programme involves both an inspiring lecture as well as advice on applying to competitive universities; please check their webpage regularly for when the full programme is announced Sutton Trust Pathways Programme
An excellent opportunity for Y12 students to gain access to leading professions: law, banking, medicine, coding and STEM. Information on eligibility and application procedures can be accessed above – the deadline for applications varies so please check carefully since some require you to apply by the end of September Architecture Lectures
Evening lectures offered by the Bartlett School of Architecture at UCL can be booked through this link | UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested University of the Arts summer school
Various short courses at University of the Arts to inform and prepare students for portfolios and future creative degrees. University of Westminster Architecture Programme
Taster courses and portfolio presentation for architecture at the University of Westminster Details are now available for this summer course at one of the most prestigious schools of architecture in London – please note that there is a significant cost attached to this programme London Met Summer Schools
Applications will soon be open for a full programme of exciting courses based nearby at either their Holloway or Aldgate campuses. | | Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Biology | Cambridge University MasterClass: Genetics and Biochemistry November 2017
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Cambridge University MasterClass:
Genetics & Biochemistry April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Sutton Trust Pathways Programme
An excellent opportunity for Y12 students to gain access to leading professions: law, banking, medicine, coding and STEM. Information on eligibility and application procedures can be accessed above – the deadline for applications varies so please check carefully since some require you to apply by the end of September Royal Society Lectures
All events and lectures organised by the Royal Society can be found here – please check this website regularly Royal Institution Lectures
All events and lectures organised by the Royal Institution can be found here – please check this website regularly (and filter for events aimed at adults) Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | Nuffield Research Placements
This programme provides over 1,100 students each year with the opportunity to work alongside professional scientists (including quantitative social scientists), technologists, engineers and mathematicians Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust Imperial College Global Summer Schools 2017
Applications can be made from January 9th for this programme led by one of the top ranked universities in the world King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested Imperial College Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in August UCL Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July London Met Summer Schools
Applications will soon be open for a full programme of different courses based nearby at either their Holloway or Aldgate campuses. | Barnet Environment Centre
This is an annual Y12 trip where pupils carry out field work to assess water quality and biodiversity (part of module 4). Biology Olympiad:
The British BiologyOlympiad challenges and stimulates students with an interest in Biology to expand and extend their talents. It enables students to demonstrate their knowledge and to be suitably rewarded and publicly recognised by the award of medals, certificates and other prizes. The BBO consists of two one hour multiple choice papers to be taken online under staff supervised exam conditions. In 2017 it will take place between 20th - 27th January 2017 And Intermediate Biology Olympiad
The online paper will consist of multiple choice questions. Questions will be set on topics students are likely to have covered at GCSE and in their first year of A level. The next Intermediate Biology Olympiad will take place in June 2017, date to be confirmed. Erasmus Project
Working with schools throughout Europe, those Y12 students selected will work on a themed project which involves travel to key European destinations. The focus of this year’s project is sustainable energy and energy storage. The Science department will hold meetings from late September onwards | Biological Sciences Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Chemistry | Cambridge University MasterClass: Genetics and Biochemistry November 2017
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Cambridge University MasterClass: Chemistry November 2017
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Cambridge University MasterClass:
Chemistry April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Sutton Trust Pathways Programme
An excellent opportunity for Y12 students to gain access to leading professions: law, banking, medicine, coding and STEM. Information on eligibility and application procedures can be accessed above – the deadline for applications varies so please check carefully since some require you to apply by the end of September Royal Society Lectures
All events and lectures organised by the Royal Society can be found here – please check this website regularly Royal Institution Lectures
All events and lectures organised by the Royal Institution can be found here – please check this website regularly (and filter for events aimed at adults) Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust Imperial College Global Summer Schools 2017
Applications can be made from January 9th for this programme led by one of the top ranked universities in the world King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested Imperial College Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in August London Met Summer Schools
Applications will soon be open for a full programme of different courses based nearby at either their Holloway or Aldgate campuses. UCL Summer Masterclasses
These masterclasses (led by academics and PhD students) take place over the course of an afternoon and are specifically aimed at students who receive FSM and / or whose parents did not attend university. The website will soon be updated with the new programme. Applications are required by early June – please see Mr Short before submitting your application. | Chemistry Challenge:
This competition aims to stretch and challenge students interested in chemistry, and will provide an excellent experience for anyone considering taking their studies further. Set by an experienced team of teachers and university chemists, it is designed to be accessible to Year 12 students but will take them significantly beyond the syllabus and encourage them to think about science in the way they would at university Erasmus Project
Working with schools throughout Europe, those Y12 students selected will work on a themed project which involves travel to key European destinations. The focus of this year’s project is sustainable energy and energy storage. The Science department will hold meetings from late September onwards | Chemistry Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique WhyNot ChemEng?
A highly informative website for those students interested in applying for Chemical Engineering Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Classics | Cambridge University MasterClass:
Classics February 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. | Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th Wadham College, Oxford Classics Summer School:
This is a free five day residential course taking place in August, focusing upon Classical Literature, Archaeology and Ancient History. The deadline is Friday 19th May UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools 2017
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust UCL Summer Masterclasses
These masterclasses (led by academics and PhD students) take place over the course of an afternoon and are specifically aimed at students who receive FSM and / or whose parents did not attend university. The website will soon be updated with the new programme. Applications are required by early June – please see Mr Short before submitting your application. | Study Tour of Athens
This will take place during the Spring Term and offer Classics students an excellent opportunity to witness the sites of an ancient city which became the epicentre of political and cultural change in the fifth century BC | Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Economics | LSE Public Lectures
There are numerous lectures open to the public which you can attend on weekday evenings – the full programme is available here Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | LSE Choice Programme
An outstanding summer school programme followed by a series of Saturday lectures throughout Year 13; applications for 2018 entry open on January 22nd Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested Warwick University Summer School
This week long residential course is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July Young Investment Banker Programme
Many 15-18 year-olds aspire to be investment bankers. However, the availability of work experience is extremely limited for this age-group. The Young Investment Banker programme, held at UCL brings top professionals into a room to provide you with everything you would seek to gain from work experience at a world-class investment bank. Please click on the link to apply for this one day course London Met Summer Schools
Applications will soon be open for a full programme of different courses based nearby at either their Holloway or Aldgate campuses. | | Economics Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject LSE Podcasts and Videos
These cover all public events held at the LSE and give you the opportunity to catch up on any public event held there which you missed For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Engineering | Queen Mary University Engineering Spring School:
This programme takes place during the February half-term with a deadline of Friday 2nd December for applications. The areas covered include aerospace, mechanical, medical, electronic and computer engineering Cambridge University MasterClass:
Engineering April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Sutton Trust Pathways Programme
An excellent opportunity for Y12 students to gain access to leading professions: law, banking, medicine, coding and STEM. Information on eligibility and application procedures can be accessed above – the deadline for applications varies so please check carefully since some require you to apply by the end of September | Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested Imperial College Global Summer Schools 2017
Applications can be made from January 9th for this programme led by one of the top ranked universities in the world King’s College London STEM Summer Schools
The full programme will soon be available and involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2017 but we would urge you to apply earlier if you are interested Imperial College Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in August London Met Summer Schools
Applications will soon be open for a full programme of different courses based nearby at either their Holloway or Aldgate campuses. | | Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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English | Cambridge University MasterClass:
English April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust UCL Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July UCL Summer Masterclasses
These masterclasses (led by academics and PhD students) take place over the course of an afternoon and are specifically aimed at students who receive FSM and / or whose parents did not attend university. The website will soon be updated with the new programme. Applications are required by early June – please see Mr Short before submitting your application. | Visit to Keats’ House,
Hampstead
This visit also includes a workshop for Y12 students | English Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject The British Library
Use online resources or sign up for an on line account to access endless resources, courses and talks. Entry Pass: The National Theatre
Entry Pass is a free membership scheme for anyone aged 16 – 25
As an Entry Pass member, you receive: - Access to exclusive workshops and events
- Regular updates and news
- £5 tickets to all NT productions
- Discounts at the NT Bookshop, cafés, Backstage Tours and Costumes and Props Hire
Young Barbican
Young Barbican scheme gives you discounted access to unmissable art and entertainment. Every year, Young Barbican offers members over 50,000 tickets across art, film, music, theatre and dance for only £5, £10 or £15 with new film releases just £5 (Monday–Thursday).
Free to join and you pay no booking fees. For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Geography | Cambridge University MasterClass
Geography November 2017 & February and April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Geological Society lectures
The public lectures provided by the Geological Society are available here; there is at least one each month and you will need to apply for tickets beforehand | Oxford UNIQ Summer School
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust | | Geography Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Government & Politics | Cambridge University MasterClass February and April 2018: Politics and International Studies
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) LSE Public Lectures
There are numerous lectures open to the public which you can attend on weekday evenings – the full programme is available here Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | LSE Choice Programme
An outstanding summer school programme followed by a series of Saturday lectures throughout Year 13; applications for 2018 entry open on January 22nd Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested Warwick University Summer School
This week long residential course is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July London Met Summer Schools
Applications will soon be open for a full programme of different courses based nearby at either their Holloway or Aldgate campuses. UCL Summer Masterclasses
These masterclasses (led by academics and PhD students) take place over the course of an afternoon and are specifically aimed at students who receive FSM and / or whose parents did not attend university. The website will soon be updated with the new programme. Applications are required by early June – please see Mr Short before submitting your application. | Trips for Politics
Y12: MPs Conference (December). Visit to Parliament (March) Y13: Campus to Congress Conference (Academics and former members of congress (Nov) | Politics Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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History | Cambridge University MasterClass: History
October 2017, February & April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Cambridge University MasterClass: Archaeology
October 2017, February & April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) LSE Public Lectures
There are numerous lectures open to the public which you can attend on weekday evenings – the full programme is available here Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | LSE Choice Programme
An outstanding summer school programme followed by a series of Saturday lectures throughout Year 13; applications for 2018 entry open on January 22nd Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust Warwick University Summer School
This week long residential course is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July | | History Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Law | LSE: Alison Wetherfield Programme
A programme consisting of three masterclasses, an annual conference, and the opportunity to be mentored throughout Y12 Cambridge University MasterClass: Law November 2018
October 2017, February & April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) LSE Public Lectures
There are numerous lectures open to the public which you can attend on weekday evenings – the full programme is available here Sutton Trust Pathways Programme
An excellent opportunity for Y12 students to gain access to leading professions: law, banking, medicine, coding and STEM. Information on eligibility and application procedures can be accessed above – the deadline for applications varies so please check carefully since some require you to apply by the end of September The Law Portal
This organisation offers free events for those aspiring to a career in Law – this includes their Law Apprenticeship Conference on March 17th: Click here for more Information Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | LSE Choice Programme
An outstanding summer school programme followed by a series of Saturday lectures throughout Year 13; applications for 2018 entry open on January 22nd Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested UCL Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July Warwick University Summer School
This week long residential course is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July UCL Young Lawyer programme
This programme will put into the shoes of an experienced lawyer, to gain a real understanding of what the profession involves and how exactly to get to the top. You will focus upon the hard skills (how the job is actually done) as well as the crucial soft skills required to make it in any profession. More importantly, participation in the programme will demonstrate to recruiters that you have a true commitment to developing yourself into a successful professional. London Met Summer Schools
Applications will soon be open for a full programme of different courses based nearby at either their Holloway or Aldgate campuses. | | Law Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides lawcareers.net
LCN is a free weekly newsletter aimed at helping prospective students keep up-to-date on Law The Lawyer Portal
An invaluable resource for any student navigating their way through university interviews and organising work experience |
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Maths & Further Maths | King’s Factor Programme at King’s College, London:
This is a Maths club aimed at Y12 & Y13 students, which offers them challenging problems aimed at developing and enriching thinking. This club takes place after school on either Monday or Tuesday evenings. UCL Mathematics Masterclasses
A series of masterclasses led by Luciano Rila, aimed at preparing students for MAT and STEP level mathematics assessments. These are weekly classes, to which two of our students are able to go each term. LSE Public Lectures
There are numerous lectures open to the public which you can attend on weekday evenings – the full programme is available here Cambridge University MasterClass: Maths
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Sutton Trust Pathways Programme
An excellent opportunity for Y12 students to gain access to leading professions: law, banking, medicine, coding and STEM. Information on eligibility and application procedures can be accessed above – the deadline for applications varies so please check carefully since some require you to apply by the end of September Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | LSE Choice Programme
An outstanding summer school programme followed by a series of Saturday lectures throughout Year 13; applications for 2018 entry open on January 22nd Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust Imperial College Global Summer Schools 2017
Applications can be made from January 9th for this programme led by one of the top ranked universities in the world King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested Imperial College Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in August UCL Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July UCL Summer Masterclasses
These masterclasses (led by academics and PhD students) take place over the course of an afternoon and are specifically aimed at students who receive FSM and / or whose parents did not attend university. Applications are required by June 19th 2017 – please see Mr Short before submitting your application. | UK Senior Maths Challenge:
Y12 and Y13 students take part in the UK Senior Maths challenge. This is done in lessons, on the day allocated by the Further Mathematics Support Programme who run the Challenge. Students who pass a threshold move on to further rounds of the Challenge. The Mathematics department also organizes a team for the UK Senior Team Mathematics Challenge. This is a prestigious and highly entertaining – and extremely difficult – competition between schools across the country. Cambridge trip
An annual trip to Cambridge, attending a series of presentations entitled Maths Inspiration, followed by a visit to a Cambridge College for lunch and a talk by an admissions tutor. Maths Club Support
A programme of involvement in the Maths Club offered to KS3 and KS4 students at APS. 6th form students support their younger peers through regular attendance at Maths Club, working with them. Coaching and preparation for this role is provided by Mr Baker. Oxbridge Maths Preparation (based at Highgate School)
These sessions take place on Thursday afternoons at 4pm. Please e-mail highgatechrysalis@highgateschool.org.uk if you would like to attend for the following dates: January 26, February 9, March 2, 16 & 30 | FMSP (Further Maths Support Program)
This is a very useful website, particularly relevant for those preparing for Maths admission tests to competitive universities (including MAT) Cambridge University Maths Reading List
If you are considering applying for Cambridge, please look at this useful reading list Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Medicine | ‘Medicine in Action’ lecture series at King’s College, London (KCL)
These lectures are open to state school students and invaluable to anyone preparing to apply for Medicine Medicine 101 Workshops at KCL
A series of interactive workshops aimed at preparing you for applying for a degree in Medicine MedView Programme at King's College London:Applications are now open for this three day intensive programme which takes place at Easter; the deadline is in early January and students will need to use the following link:https://kings.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/med-view-application-2017 Southampton University Widening Access to medicine Residential Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Sutton Trust Pathways Programme
An excellent opportunity for Y12 students to gain access to leading professions: law, banking, medicine, coding and STEM. Information on eligibility and application procedures can be accessed above – the deadline for applications varies so please check carefully since some require you to apply by the end of September Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city Imperial Vision
Vision is an established society at Imperial College School of Medicine with the aim of widening participation in medicine. They run conferences advising students on all aspects of the medical school admissions process. | Target Medicine Programme at University College, London (UCL)
This involves a three day summer school programme in early July on the UCL Medical School campus; you may also apply for their mentoring scheme through this webpage. Queen Mary University Medicine & Dentistry Summer School
This programme takes place during the end of June with applications opening on Monday 20 February. The programme covers areas such as clinical skills workshops, a problem-based learning project and writing personal statements Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust Imperial College Global Summer Schools 2017
Applications can be made from January 9th for this programme led by one of the top ranked universities in the world King’s College London STEM Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested Bristol University Aspire to Medicine Summer School
A week long programme of activities designed for those planning to apply for medicine at a competitive university; further details will be available soon UCL Young Doctor Programme
An exciting one day conference at UCL which includes sessions with medical professionals, practical tasks (including examining x-rays), admission advice, and networking opportunities with top doctors. This session takes place on February 18th 2018 | Next Top Doctors Programme (UCL)
This is a programme consisting of four sessions throughout February and March, led by two Medicine students who will provide pupils with a series of activities and discussions aimed to provide them with a realistic overview of what a degree in medicine entails | Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Modern Foreign Languages | Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. | Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust UCL Summer Masterclasses
These masterclasses (led by academics and PhD students) take place over the course of an afternoon and are specifically aimed at students who receive FSM and / or whose parents did not attend university. The website will soon be updated with the new programme. Applications are required by early June – please see Mr Short before submitting your application. | | Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Physics | Physics Lectures at King’s College, London
Use this link to find out more about these monthly lectures which you can attend Physics in action
Year 12 and 13 students get to see Physics in action where 5 leading professors or PhD experts present interactive talks and demonstrations. These talks both enrich the A2 curriculum and inspire in Physics beyond the curriculum. Cambridge University MasterClass: Physics
November 2017, and February & April 2018
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Sutton Trust Pathways Programme
An excellent opportunity for Y12 students to gain access to leading professions: law, banking, medicine, coding and STEM. Information on eligibility and application procedures can be accessed above – the deadline for applications varies so please check carefully since some require you to apply by the end of September Royal Society Lectures
All events and lectures organised by the Royal Society can be found here – please check this website regularly Royal Institution Lectures
All events and lectures organised by the Royal Institution can be found here – please check this website regularly (and filter for events aimed at adults) Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust Imperial College Global Summer Schools 2017
Applications can be made from January 9th for this programme led by one of the top ranked universities in the world King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested Imperial College Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in August Warwick University Summer School
This week long residential course is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July UCL Summer Masterclasses
These masterclasses (led by academics and PhD students) take place over the course of an afternoon and are specifically aimed at students who receive FSM and / or whose parents did not attend university. Applications are required by June 19th 2017 – please see Mr Short before submitting your application. | Oxbridge Physics Preparation (based at Highgate School)
These sessions take place on Thursday afternoons at 4pm. Please see Mr Short for further details Hadron Collider Visit at Cern, Switzerland Physics Olympiad / Challenge
Please use the above link to find out more about this programme which APS Physicists enter each year Erasmus Project
Working with schools throughout Europe, those Y12 students selected will work on a themed project which involves travel to key European destinations. The focus of this year’s project is sustainable energy and energy storage. The Science department will hold meetings from late September onwards | Physics Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Isaac Physics
A great website for helping you to solve Physics-related problems Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Psychology | UCL Gateway Conferences Feb and July 2018
This programme involves both an inspiring lecture as well as advice on applying to competitive universities; please check their webpage regularly for when the full programme is announced Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. | Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust UCL Summer Schools
This week long residential course taking place at one of London’s most prestigious universities is part of the Sutton Trust Summer School Programme and takes place in July King’s College London Summer Schools
The King’s College London Summer School involves a week long programme of inspiring lectures and targeted advice – the deadline for applications is in May 2018 but we would urge you to apply much earlier if you are interested UCL Summer Masterclasses
These masterclasses (led by academics and PhD students) take place over the course of an afternoon and are specifically aimed at students who receive FSM and / or whose parents did not attend university. The website will soon be updated with the new programme. Applications are required by early June – please see Mr Short before submitting your application. | | Psychology Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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RS / Philosophy | UCL Gateway Conferences Feb and July 2018
This programme involves both an inspiring lecture as well as advice on applying to competitive universities; please check their webpage regularly for when the full programme is announced LSE Public Lectures
There are numerous lectures open to the public which you can attend on weekday evenings – the full programme is available here Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | LSE Choice Programme
An outstanding summer school programme followed by a series of Saturday lectures throughout Year 13; applications for 2018 entry will shortly be open UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th | | Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
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Sociology | UCL Gateway Conferences Feb and July 2018
This programme involves both an inspiring lecture as well as advice on applying to competitive universities; please check their webpage regularly for when the full programme is announced LSE Public Lectures
There are numerous lectures open to the public which you can attend on weekday evenings – the full programme is available here Cambridge University MasterClass:
Sociology
This will include two lectures by leading academics as well as an overview of how to apply to Cambridge; booking is essential and may cost up to £20 (see Mr Short if you wish to attend but currently receive the 16-19 bursary) Oxford University Pathways Programme
This is an excellent one day course held in March where you will be given lectures in your chosen subject as well as useful and informative tours of the university itself. You will need at least 5 A* GCSEs and submit your application well ahead of the January deadline. Gresham College Lectures in London
Gresham College is located in the centre of London and offers an impressive array of lectures covering a wide range of different subjects studied by students at APS; please note that some lectures are held at other venues throughout the city | LSE Choice Programme
An outstanding summer school programme followed by a series of Saturday lectures throughout Year 13; applications for 2018 entry open on January 22nd Oxford UNIQ Summer School:
Applications are made from December onwards with assistance from the Sixth Form team. It is important that you allow Mr Short to see your application prior to sending it off; the school deadline is January 19th UCL Summer Challenge:
This is a series of inspiring evening lectures for Y12 students taking place in June & July; this year’s programme is yet to be finalised and details will be posted here shortly. To gain a flavour of last year’s lectures please visit their webpage UCL Summer Schools:
Each year UCL organises a series of non-residential Summer Schools for Y12 students taking place in July & August; this year’s programme is now open with a deadline for applications being March 2018 Cambridge University Summer Schools
Applications open in January for this week long residential Summer School based at Cambridge and organised by the Sutton Trust London Met Summer Schools
Applications will soon be open for a full programme of different courses based nearby at either their Holloway or Aldgate campuses. | | Sociology Review
This A level publication is full of inspiring articles and exercises which focus upon improving your examination technique Staircase12.org
A website dedicated to help you ‘read around’ your subject and thus demonstrate your ability to extend your knowledge beyond the A level syllabus – there are different recommendations depending upon subject For further suggestions of wider reading, visits, programmes and periodicals, please refer to the relevant section of the APS Independent Study Guides |
