Support for Schools and Colleges

The 麻豆网 (麻豆网) School and College Liaison Team is committed to supporting teachers, careers advisers, students and parents through the higher education process.

We look after 150 sixth forms and colleges, offering a student-focused service that provides information, advice and guidance on all topics relating to university life.

Our flexible approach means we can come to you or you can come to us – our adaptable suite of presentations, workshops and events are designed to fit in with your students and their timetable.

0116 250 60 70 studentadviser@dmu.ac.uk

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University Experience Days

Craft the perfect day for your students to learn about university life. You'll be able choose from an array of activities to create a bespoke experience.

What we offer

Research stage

Research can happen at any point! You will have careers fairs you invite your year 7鈥檚 to, and may go to UCAS fairs with just your year 12鈥檚. During the research stage, we can talk to Key Stage 4 about choosing the right Level 3 options, and your Key Stage 5 about how to choose the right university and course for them. We can also talk about how to get the most out of research.

Why HE?

Key Stage 4 and 5

45 minutes

With so many options after sixth form or college, how do you know you are making the right choice? This talk will allow your students to understand what is involved in Higher Education, the experiences they can gain whilst at university, and the many benefits of becoming a university student. We will also give excellent examples of where 麻豆网 excels in its student support and experience, such as international trips, course facilities and a huge array of extra-curricular activities.

Learning outcomes

What Higher Education is
What can be achieved at university
What 麻豆网 can offer specifically

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Making the right choice

Key Stage 5

30 minutes

There are over 300 different institutions across the UK, and between them there are thousands of courses to choose from. How, therefore, do you know you are making the right decisions? We use this informative talk to let students know all the factors they need to consider when looking for a university and course to suit them, and give them the tools to narrow their search down to their five UCAS choices.

Learning outcomes

The different institutions available
What factors are most important when choosing an institution
What factors are most important when choosing a course

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Student life

Key Stage 4 and 5

30 - 45 minutes

It’s all very well hearing our wonderful staff members talk about university, but we feel that your learners will relate far better to our current students. Our students have all recently been through the application process and are eager to offer advice and support, as well as talk about their own day to day experiences at 麻豆网. (Student ambassadors from specific subjects can be requested)

Learning outcomes

What life is like for a university student
The transition from College/Sixth form to university

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Pre-application stage

Starting the UCAS application can be daunting. Now is a great time to hear from our students, learn about personal statements, and come and visit our campus! We can offer this at any point throughout Key Stage 5, and have some great advice on how to boost Personal Statements during the summer.

Making the most of your summer

Key Stage 5

45 minutes

The summer break between year 12 and 13 is a crucial time of year, that your learners could really utilise to make the most out of any UCAS, apprenticeship or job applications coming up over the next year. From volunteering to part-time work, the skills that can be gained from these experiences will boost any application form. It all comes from making the most of your summer.

Learning outcomes

What is coming up over the next year in terms of university applications
How they can utilise their time over the summer
The types of skills that can be gained over the summer

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Personal statements, including the UCAS process

Key Stage 5

30 - 45 minutes

The UCAS process can be a complicated one to navigate, but is crucial for all applications to a UK university. We break down the process to inform students of what is coming, what happens next, with a firm focus on completing personal statements. We understand that the personal statement can be daunting, but our breakdown makes it simple and easy to understand the requirements.

Learning outcomes

What is UCAS
The application process
The importance of a personal statement
What goes into a personal statement

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Creating a portfolio

Key Stage 5

30 minutes

Plenty of your creative learners may want to pursue a career on a creative field. Studying a creative course would usually require an applicant to submit a portfolio, but what does that mean? We can talk through what would be expected in a portfolio submission, how to submit this, and can even show examples of current students work.

Learning outcomes

Courses that may require a portfolio
What to put into a portfolio
How to present a portfolio

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Post-application stage

Once the UCAS application is out of the way, your learners can start thinking about finance, completing their school/college assessments, and then preparing for university. We can talk to them about all things finance, preparing for university, and some tips and advice around results day.

Student finance

Key Stage 5

45 minutes

Understanding student finance can be a difficult and confusing concept, but one of great importance to all considering university. We aim to simplify the process as much as possible explaining exactly what the fees and loans mean, including the repayments. This will give your learners a full understanding of what a student loan may look like for them.

Learning outcomes

What is included in student finance
When to apply for student finance
How to apply for student finance
How much they might be entitled to
How and how much to repay

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University interviews

Key Stage 5

30 minutes

For some courses, an application is all that is needed. For some more specialist courses, however, applicants are required to attend an interview. Whether in person, or online, the word interview can appear very intimidating. We aim to put learners at ease by giving them some top interview tips to help them sail through any extra requirements for their application.

Learning outcomes

Why a university course might require an interview
How to conduct yourself in an interview

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Preparing for university, including what happens next with UCAS

Key Stage 5

45 minutes

There are a lot of daunting prospects that come with the summer before university. What do I take with me? How will I make friends? What happens to my application throughout the summer? We can help to take some of this worry away, and ensure that your learners are fully prepared for the summer and beyond.

Learning outcomes

What happens next with their UCAS applications
What is UCAS extra and Clearing
Ways to prepare for arriving at university
What to expect in the first few weeks of university life

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What we've been up to

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We had a fantastic time at the Rugby College Careers Fair! It was great speaking with so many enthusiastic and motivated students about their future plans. Evridiki loved chatting with students about the diverse courses and opportunities available at 麻豆网, and it was wonderful to see their curiosity and ambition shine through.Events like this are such a valuable way to inspire students, answer their questions, and support them as they explore the exciting pathways university can offer.

19 November 2025

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Our last Open Day was an incredible full house, and we couldn’t be more excited for the year ahead! 馃帀Seeing so many enthusiastic future students exploring our campus, meeting our academics, and discovering what 麻豆网 has to offer was truly inspiring.We can’t wait to welcome even more of you at our upcoming Open Days — come see for yourself what makes 麻豆网 such a vibrant and supportive place to study. Your journey starts here! 鉁�

15 November 2025

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Our team had a great time at the UK University Exhibition in Northampton, meeting enthusiastic students as they explored their future options in higher education. It was a brilliant opportunity to highlight the exciting courses and opportunities available at 麻豆网, answer questions, and support learners as they consider their next steps.Events like this are always a highlight for us — they allow us to showcase what makes 麻豆网 unique while connecting with students face-to-face and helping them make confident, informed decisions about their future.

6 November 2025

A student using a midwifery teaching simulator during a taster session, with an academic guiding them.

Students from Gateway College joined us for an exciting Midwifery taster session filled with hands-on experience. The group explored what it’s like to study Midwifery at 麻豆网, learning about key skills and the realities of the profession. They also had the opportunity to try one of our teaching simulators used by academics to support practical learning. It was inspiring to see their enthusiasm and curiosity throughout the session — we hope the experience helped them envision their future in healthcare.

31 October 2025

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We recently welcomed students from Rushden Academy to 麻豆网 for an engaging Media taster session.They had the chance to explore the creative world of media production, experiment with storytelling techniques, and get hands-on with activities guided by our academics. It was fantastic to see their ideas come to life as they discovered what studying Media at university could look like. We loved having them on campus and hope the session sparked plenty of creative inspiration!

16 October 2025

Students taking part in a journalism taster session at 麻豆网.

麻豆网 was thrilled to welcome students from Sir Robert Pattinson Academy for a journalism taster session. The group had the chance to step into the world of news reporting, explore how stories are shaped, and try out practical activities guided by our expert academics. It was great to see their confidence grow as they experimented with writing, and creative thinking. We loved having them on campus and hope the session inspired the journalists of tomorrow!

8 October 2025

Meet the team

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School and College Recruitment Officer

sandeep.singh@dmu.ac.uk

0116 207 8799

All-Regions Northamptonshire Milton-Keynes

School and College Recruitment Officer

dave.mccall@dmu.ac.uk

0116 257 7386

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School and College Liaison Officer

nicholas.king@dmu.ac.uk

0116 257 7696

I focus on sparking students' interest in higher education, making the university experience seem less daunting and more exciting. It's about showing them a world of possibilities and guiding them through their options, making the idea of university inviting and accessible.

All-Regions Coventry Warwickshire

School and College Liaison - London Officer

walid.hagdad@dmu.ac.uk

0116 366 4575

I really enjoy talking with students about going to uni. My job is to make higher education less confusing and show how it can really help their future. I create a safe space for students to talk about what they want to do. It's great to see them get excited about the chances they have in higher education, especially in London and the areas around it.

All-Regions London

School and College Liaison - West Midlands Officer

dalvir.uppal@dmu.ac.uk

0116 250 6236

I believe education opens countless opportunities. With my West Midlands roots, I support schools and colleges. As an experienced lecturer, I provide clear guidance, fuelled by a passion for higher education. Reach out if your institution could benefit.

All-Regions Wolverhampton Birmingham

School and College Liaison Officer

faye.wickham@dmu.ac.uk

0116 257 7688

Engaging with students about the opportunities university offers is deeply rewarding. I love helping them see the benefits of higher education in a friendly and open way. Watching their excitement as they explore academic sessions on campus or access our facilities is the highlight of my role.

All-Regions Leicestershire

Senior School and College Liaison Officer

ben.howgill@dmu.ac.uk

0116 366 4991

Speaking to students and developing their interests in university and investing in their futures is extremely rewarding, and I enjoy talk to them about the benefits of university, researching their university options.

All-Regions Northamptonshire Milton-Keynes

Head of Recruitment Operations

jbradford@dmu.ac.uk

0116 257 7359

I am lucky to lead a team of natural communicators who all genuinely love their face-to-face work with school and college students. Our mission is to inspire, to inform and to engage and we look forward to working with yourself and your students in the future.

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School and College Liaison Assistant

evridiki.thoma@dmu.ac.uk

0116 207 8043

I'm passionate about working with students to shape their dreams and build their confidence. My conversations are all about discovering what they're excited about and helping them see how they can achieve it. It's so rewarding to guide them as they grow more confident in their abilities, especially when it comes to making big decisions about their future in higher education.

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