Study Mind IT & Technology Work Experience (Year 12)
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Build practical coding skills through workshops in Python, AI, web development and ethical hacking, plus industry placement days at London firms. Project work is designed to generate portfolio pieces and UCAS evidence, alongside a visit to the National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park.
Study Mind's IT & Technology work experience is a short, structured programme aimed at Year 12 students (age 15-18) to build practical coding and STEM skills. Participants take part in hands-on workshops covering Python, artificial intelligence, website development (HTML/CSS/JS), cybersecurity and ethical hacking, plus project work designed to generate portfolio pieces and UCAS evidence.
The programme runs in central London with industry placement days in top London firms and a day visit to the National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park. Students can choose 1, 2 or 3-week options; groups are small (maximum 12) to allow close tutor support.
Residential places are available at Ramsay Hall (UCL) for those opting for the residential programme. Study Mind offers a widening participation bursary scheme (full, 75% and 50% places) for eligible students who provide required evidence and complete the bursary application.
On completion you will receive a certificate of achievement and ongoing UCAS/personal-statement support and advice from programme staff and guest industry speakers.
Certificate of achievement (certificate to support UCAS/personal statement)
06 Apr 2026
rolling / choose a date that suits you; 1, 2 or 3 week options
Location
- Open to students aged 15-18 (Year 12 students specifically targeted)
- No prior computer science work experience required
- International students must have a good level of English to participate
- Bursary applicants must provide proof of receipt of Universal Credit, Free School Meals or Pupil Premium
- Bursary applicants must complete an essay task and provide a teacher reference (head of sixth form or relevant subject teacher)
- Bursary scheme is first come, first served; students who partially meet criteria may be offered discounted places
£1,799
Packages for 2026: 1 week (Rising Talent) £1,799; 2 weeks (Career Explorer) £2,999; 3 weeks (Future Leader) £3,999. Bursaries available (full, 75%, 50%) via application (see bursary form). Accommodation available as a residential option (Ramsay Hall, UCL) for paying students; bursary places do not guarantee accommodation.
Checked 28 September 2026
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