University Toolkit Workshops

About the activity

Greenwich’s Outreach & Educational Partnerships staff and Student Ambassadors can visit schools and deliver a range of interactive workshops to students in Years 12 and 13, FE Year 1 and 2, and also to their parents/guardians too.

They offer workshops on the following topics:

HE Workshop: Why Go To University

This talk is particularly useful for students who may not have considered going to university, outlining the reasons for further study and the options open to them.

HE Workshop: University of Greenwich

An introduction to and an overview of the University of Greenwich. This session includes information on our degree options, three campuses, partner colleges, student life, and what some of our alumni have gone on to do.

HE Workshop: Choosing Your Course

With 37,000 + undergraduate courses to choose from, picking the right one can seem overwhelming. This workshop will highlight the range of options available and give practical tips on how students can choose the right type of course and university for them.

HE Workshop: How to Apply & Personal Statements

This practical workshop will guide students through the UCAS process, give tips on how to write an effective personal statement, and offer an insight into what universities look for and how they can make themselves stand out.

HE Workshop: Student Finance

An overview of the financial support available to students including the latest information on tuition fee loans, maintenance loans, student loan repayment, budgeting and the financial benefits of university.

HE Workshop: Student Life

An opportunity to hear directly from our Student Ambassadors about a range of topics such as making friends, student accommodation, academic life and budgeting.

HE Workshop: Apprenticeships

This session outlines some of the apprenticeships which are available, who they are for and how to apply to an apprenticeship. With helpful tips on researching, funding and how to write an outstanding cover letter.

HE Workshop: Opportunities for Careers in Healthcare – Exploring your Options

This session will allow students to explore the courses and pathways available to them if they are looking to enter a career within the healthcare field. With information on how to research successfully, placement opportunities and funding support.

HE Workshop: Health Interview Skills

For students who are interested in applying to and studying a health course at university, such as Nursing. This session covers the health interview process at the University of Greenwich and details the key elements students need to know before, during and after a health interview, including some mock interview practice.

HE Workshop: Education Interview Skills

For students who are interested in applying to and studying an education or teaching course at university. This session covers the education interview process at the University of Greenwich and details the key elements students need to know before, during and after an education interview, including some mock interview practice.

Subject areas

General HE Information

Activity themes

Broadening Horizons and Aspirations
Understand Progression and Career Routes
Higher Education Information and Application

Gatsby benchmarks

7. Encounters with further and higher education