Opportunities in and near Aylesbury

Hear from historian William Dalrymple in conversation with host Mark Seddon, exploring his work, writing and career. The in-person event lasts one hour and includes a drinks reception from 5.30pm.

Curious how local decisions really happen? Join Luton Borough Council's work experience to explore local government, build communication and research skills, learn about law and democracy, and boost your CV while working with real civic teams.

Watch a free screening of a film on the UK’s climate and nature emergency, then discuss possible impacts on national security, food supply and everyday life. Places are limited and must be reserved through Eventbrite.

Get hands-on with wildlife and seasonal activities at a nature reserve, building your knowledge of conservation, science and bushcraft. Learn to use tools safely during monthly Saturday sessions; the club is for children only.

Support patients and staff across hospital sites in non-clinical roles like befriending, mealtime assistance and dementia companionship. Give what time you can, with duties matched to your experience and availability after mandatory training. Volunteer sites include Watford, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans and Abbots Langley.

Try practical demos and course tasters, hear from tutors and students, then explore campus and accommodation. Ask about support, finance and admissions, and discover free clubs through The Big Deal.

Tour Buckingham’s campus for 45-60 minutes with a Student Ambassador who can answer your questions about studying and student life. Where possible, you’ll be matched with someone studying your chosen subject and shown relevant teaching, study and social spaces across three campus sites.

Clean, identify and sort artefacts with a finds team, then explore geomatics, heritage consultancy, illustration and reconstruction in hands-on workshops. No experience is needed, and you’ll be paired with a staff mentor throughout your placement.

Explore evidence-based knowledge of dyslexia, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and autism, then test media and research against real-world community contexts. Learn from university students and professionals, and build advocacy, teamwork and public-speaking skills through group problem-solving presentations. Complete the programme to earn a Certificate of Participation.

Complete paid work experience placements during school holidays, alongside up to two weeks of employability training and workshops. You’ll also get a business mentor who supports you through the programme and beyond, with industry-specific streams including tech, STEM and finance.

Join a Discord community where you can team up around economics, finance or politics, propose your own research idea and build independent research skills. Completed projects are reviewed by students, published on the site and can enter a quarterly vote for best project.

Work through five days’ worth of self-paced virtual tasks exploring commercial law and a global law firm’s key practice areas. Build commercial awareness and practical skills, then receive a certificate to add to LinkedIn and future applications.

Hear current students share what studying there is like, from support and opportunities to commuting in. Explore local transport links and dedicated facilities for students who live nearby.

Explore a university campus virtually, then hear directly from current students and ask them questions about student life.

Hear current students describe day-to-day life on campus and the support available to new undergraduates. Get guidance on room options, life in halls and practical university applications, including personal statements.

Build confidence with core GCSE Maths ideas in a focused, interactive 60-minute online workshop. Learn, practise and explain key concepts with high-achieving tutors, including Grade 9 GCSE Maths achievers studying at Imperial College London and Cambridge.

Get a clear breakdown of university funding from the Money Advice team, covering tuition fee and maintenance loans, the Lifelong Learning Entitlement and other support you may be able to access. Ask questions about your own situation in this online session.

Explore big questions through four interactive booklets, with articles, interviews, recorded lectures and challenges created by Oxford academics and students.

Join an online English masterclass led by a Cambridge academic and dive into university-level ideas and discussion. Get a taste of studying English at Cambridge, and explore where an English degree can lead after graduation.

Across three weeks of Zoom sessions, examine how populism, political apathy, misinformation, protest and political violence shape public debate and election outcomes. Consider whether trust in democratic institutions is weakening from a university perspective.