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KS4 Destination Uni is for pupils in Years 10-11. All activities are interactive and will encourage pupils to think about their educational future and the opportunities available through Higher Education. They are designed to promote key skills such as resilience, while also focusing on employability and post-16 options.
If required, our sessions can be personalised to suit individual school needs. Activities can be tailored to your specific requirements and the sessions can last from 40 minutes to a full day. Each activity is linked to degree subjects and aligned to the National Curriculum, Gatsby Benchmarks, as well as the NERUPI Framework.
Our Destination Uni activities can take place at the University of Sunderland, at your school or even online. Please complete our expression of interest form to find out more.
KS4 Destination Uni Day (On-campus event)
Event Length: Various
Location: On-campus
Destination Uni events are designed to raise aspirations and attainment, as well as provide pupils with an insight into Higher Education. We have a wide range of interactive activities that can be tailored to meet your individual needs and requirements. Destination Uni days include a campus tour.
Gatsby Benchmark: 4, 7
NERUPI Framework: Know, Become, Practise
Why University?
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
Why should you consider a university education? Pupils will gain an insight into Higher Education and university. This session focuses on Higher Education, degrees, routes into Higher Education and the frequently asked questions about university.
Gatsby Benchmark: 2, 4, 7
NERUPI Framework: Know, Choose
Building Resilience
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
This session will demonstrate the importance of perseverance and strength through resilience. It will introduce pupils to coping strategies, focus on personal strength and link resilience to academic achievement and aspirations.
Gatsby Benchmark: 7
NERUPI Framework: Become, Practise
Informed Choice
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
How do we make decisions? Pupils will explore what influences their decision-making process and the things they should consider when it comes to making those big decisions. They will also step into the shoes of a University of Sunderland student and try and make some decisions. This activity is ideal for those pupils who are about to choose their post-16 options.
Gatsby Benchmark: 4, 7
NERUPI Framework: Become, Practise
Interview Impressions
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
Pupils will explore the job application process and what type of information may be required. They will investigate how to present their experience through an effective CV, how to best prepare for an interview and explore a range of interview questions and answers.
Gatsby Benchmark: 2, 7
NERUPI Framework: Practise
Money Matters
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
Why does money matter? This session provides pupils with an introduction to student finance and funding at university, followed by interactive activities to encourage them to consider how they would manage their finances as a university student.
Gatsby Benchmark: 2, 7
NERUPI Framework: Know, Choose
Code Breakers
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
Pupils will gain an insight into the basics of coding that underpins cybersecurity. This session will introduce various coding methods to enable pupils to carry out their own code breaking investigation. Pupils will explore coding and computing related degrees and opportunities available at the University of Sunderland.
Gatsby Benchmark: 2, 4, 7
NERUPI Framework: Know, Choose, Understand
Study Smarter
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
Pupils will learn about the importance of revision to effectively prepare for exams. They will have the opportunity to explore a range of study skills and find out which learning style suits them. Pupils will also learn revision strategies and top tips to manage exam pressure, both before and during exams.
Gatsby Benchmark: 7
NERUPI Framework: Become, Practise
University Ready?
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
This session focuses on how pupils can prepare themselves for university life. Pupils will learn about the transferable skills they will need to perfect to succeed in their post-16 options and at university. They will also learn about other aspects of university life, such as freedom and independence, social events, and societies.
Gatsby Benchmark: 4, 7
NERUPI Framework: Become, Practise, Understand
A Future in Healthcare
Session Length: 60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session or self-delivery by teacher
This session introduces pupils to the healthcare courses offered at the University of Sunderland. It will outline the skills you need to work in healthcare and identify where pupils may already be using such skills in their own lives. When delivered live, pupils will have the opportunity to ask a current healthcare student about their experiences of studying at the University.
Gatsby Benchmark: 7
NERUPI Framework: Choose, Understand
Future Medics
Session Length: 40-60 minutes
Location: In person session, live online session, pre-recorded video or self-delivery by teacher
During this session, pupils will explore the field of medicine and its history. They will consider the rationale and use of various assessment tools and techniques used by medical professionals. Pupils will gain a unique insight into medicine and allied health professions.
Gatsby Benchmark: 2, 4, 7
NERUPI Framework: Choose, Understand
Global Ethnic Majority (GEM)
Session Length: 60 minutes
Location: In person session or live online session
Here at the University of Sunderland, we value and celebrate diversity. Inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do, which is why we have created this race awareness session exploring race and discrimination. Pupils will participate in discussions, debates and activities which are aimed to be thought-provoking and informative.
Gatsby Benchmark: 7
NERUPI Framework: Know