Go Higher West Yorkshire CPD programme is funded by the Uni Connect programme and offers a wide range of virtual opportunities for teachers, educators and advisors who support young people aged 11- 18.
The sessions aim to increase understanding of post 16 & 18 progression routes into and through Higher Education, and provide access to key updates and understanding of changes within the Further and Higher Education sector. Alongside this, they offer the unique opportunities to develop knowledge and understanding of underrepresented groups.
Upcoming sessions:
Underrepresented group focussed events:
- 28th Jan 3-4.30pm online Creating Successful Outreach Projects for Males on Free School meals – Andy Griffiths, co-author of the Working Classroom and Malit programmes will share his experience of developing and delivering successful outreach projects with this group. We will also hear from James Rew, Access and Participation Manager at Leeds Conservatoire regarding our regions Boy’s Impact Hub and finally GHWY will present our outreach programme Speak Up, Your Voice Matters aimed at KS3-5 learners.
- 13th Feb 3-4.30pm online Supporting Care Experienced Learners on Their Higher Education Journey – GHWY and Inspiring Choices Uni Connects will share their resources and outreach projects which have been designed through action and research to support care experienced learners.
Sector update events:
- 27th Feb 3-4.30pm online Changes to UCAS Personal Statements – Get ahead and learn about changes to UCAS personal statements for 2026 entry, led by Jennifer Barton of Advancing Access.
- 25th March 3-4.30pm online Student Finance Updates – Samantha Hutchinson from the Student Loans Company will give updates on student finance for the 2025 application cycle.
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