Online course for Year 12 and 13 students

This self-paced course from Queen Mary University of London is designed to help students get application-ready for university. It introduces the UCAS process in a clear, manageable way and supports learners who are beginning to think seriously about their post-GCSE and post-16 options. Students will learn how to choose courses and universities, understand what admissions tutors are looking for, and plan a strong personal statement. The course also breaks the application process down step by step so that it feels less overwhelming and more achievable. It is aimed at Year 11-12 students aged 15-17 and can be completed online at your own pace. The course takes around 45-50 minutes and is a useful introduction for anyone preparing to apply to university.

Scream Theatre Schools' Acting for TV & Film course is a live online programme for young performers aged 14 to 19. It is designed to help participants turn auditions into opportunities by improving self-tape technique, on-camera confidence, and overall screen performance. Across four Tuesday sessions in August, students work on practical acting skills that are useful for TV and film casting. The course includes self-tape masterclass-style training, on-camera screen acting techniques, audition and chemistry read practice, and professional feedback from casting experts. It is aimed at both beginners and those who already have some experience and want to sharpen their skills. The course is delivered online via Zoom, so students can join from home using their own device. Sessions run on Tuesdays 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th August 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. The total course fee is £120 and bookings must be made in advance.

Advanced Writing is an online, self-paced course offered by the University of California, Irvine via Coursera that focuses on developing college-level academic writing skills. The course (Course 3 of the Academic English: Writing Specialization) teaches students to plan and write more sophisticated argument essays, identify and avoid plagiarism using MLA conventions, read and synthesize multiple articles, form thesis statements, and use outside sources effectively. The syllabus includes short video lessons, readings, writing assignments, peer review elements (paid access), and quizzes. Learners can audit the course for free with access to instructional videos and handouts; peer feedback and quizzes are available in the paid version or via a Coursera Plus subscription. A shareable certificate is available upon completion. The course is remote and flexible, intended for learners preparing for college-level work or those who already have basic essay-writing experience and want to advance their academic writing.

Cyber Safety For Teens is a self-paced online course created for young people ages 13-18 to build awareness, confidence, and practical skills for staying safe online. Through engaging lessons, real-life examples, and quizzes, the course covers recognizing cyberbullying and cyberstalking, avoiding online predators, managing privacy settings, understanding digital footprints, creating strong passwords, and spotting scams and phishing attempts. The course is delivered fully online and requires no prerequisites. Students who complete all lessons and reach 100% completion can download a certificate of completion as a PDF. For registration, cost, and detailed course logistics, learners should visit the course provider's page.

KALIMAH Center offers live, instructor-led online Arabic classes tailored specifically for high school students aged 14-18. Courses cover all four core skills-reading, writing, speaking, and listening-mapped to CEFR levels from Beginner (A1) through Advanced (C1). Classes are delivered via video platforms (private 1-on-1 lessons or small group classes), with flexible scheduling to fit around school timetables. The curriculum includes placement testing, regular level assessments, and parent-facing progress reports. Instruction emphasizes Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) as the foundation, with cultural literacy and optional dialect exposure added later. Typical study expectations are 3-4 hours per week, with realistic timelines given for progression between CEFR levels. Pricing varies by format: group classes are the most affordable while private lessons offer bespoke pacing. A free trial lesson is offered to evaluate fit before committing. Prospective students or parents can book a free trial or enrol via the Kalimah Center website.

The Explore Arts Award run by Arise Home Education is a seven-session online course delivered via Zoom that fulfils the requirements for the Arts Award Discover Explore (Explore). Students take part in a range of art activities, reflect on the creative process, and explore the work of artists and arts organisations. The course emphasises skill development in project planning, communication and public speaking alongside practical art-making. Participants develop a self-planned project and a completed logbook which is submitted for assessment; successful completion results in a nationally recognised Explore Arts Award (Entry Level 3) validated by Trinity College London. The live tutoring fee covers the online sessions; an administrative/assessment fee to the tutor and the Trinity certificate fee is payable near the end of the course, and the Explore logbook must be purchased separately. This cohort-style class is designed for students aged 11 and above and includes active peer feedback and sharing. The course is only open to students who are also registered for Arise's Intro to Art: Art Studio Year 1 (co-requisite); families should be prepared to support younger learners with online submissions if needed.

Discover Bristol is a virtual outreach programme for Year 13 students from lower socio-economic backgrounds, delivered by the University of Bristol. The programme offers up to six online after-school sessions that include academic tasters, UCAS and personal statement guidance, student funding and financial literacy, study skills, careers and employability support, and information on student support services. Sessions are delivered in collaboration with current students, student societies, central student services and the Widening Participation team. Successful completers may be eligible for a guaranteed contextual offer (typically two A-Level grades below standard entry requirements) or a guaranteed interview for courses that require interviews, provided course-specific requirements and admissions test thresholds (e.g., UCAT, LNAT, SAQ) are met. Participants will also be supported to attend the University of Bristol Autumn Open Day on Saturday 1 November 2025 to explore campus and meet staff and students. Applications for the 2025-26 cohort have now closed. Applications are due to reopen in Summer 2026; interested students can complete the expression of interest form to be notified when applications open. Reasonable adjustments are available for participants who need additional support.

Apply with Bath is a free, flexible online programme from the University of Bath designed to support Year 13 students who plan to apply to Bath for entry in 2026. Available from September 2025, the self-paced programme provides a range of resources on topics such as personal statements, accommodation, scholarships, bursaries and student finance. Participants can pick the modules most relevant to them and progress at their own pace. The programme offers opportunities to chat with current undergraduates (e-mentors), access tailored guidance, and book 1:1 personal statement support for those applying to Bath. Specific support is available for students who are estranged, young carers, displaced, or care-experienced, helping them understand and access university support and funding options. To be considered for a place students must be in Year 13, meet the Universitys widening participation criteria, have at least six GCSEs at grades A* to B / 9 to 6 (including GCSE English and Maths at grade C / 4 or above), and be on track for the required entry grades for their chosen subject. The programme is delivered online and is free to eligible participants.

The Ban Ki-moon Foundation’s "Your Future in Green Jobs" is a free, self-paced online course made up of six interactive modules that help young people explore climate change, green career paths, and the skills needed to pursue them. The course includes interactive assignments, videos, reflection spaces, and a virtual Green Job Career Fair to expose learners to a range of green careers and entrepreneurial pathways. Learners who complete the course can receive a certificate signed by Ban Ki-moon. In addition to the online course, the programme runs an annual Mentorship Program in which around 20 young people (aged 14-20) from across the world are selected to receive guidance from green jobs experts and develop SDG micro-projects. Insights from the course and mentorship feed into a Policy Recommendations Paper advocating for youth access to green jobs. The programme is presented in collaboration with Dubai Cares, Plan International, and Unbounded Associates, and aims to empower youth to connect their passions, interests, and skills with meaningful careers that address climate change.

Immerse Education's Physics Online Research Programme is a year-round, remote research course for high-school students seeking in-depth subject study and supervised research experience. Delivered by academics and tutors from leading universities, the programme combines one-to-one tutorials or small-group lessons with a bespoke subject curriculum and a supervised independent research project culminating in a written report. Students learn research methods, academic writing, referencing and argumentation, and receive personalised feedback and mentorship. Options range from shorter 10-hour offerings to 15-hour programmes with additional coaching and publication support; accredited courses can award UCAS points and a Certificate of Achievement. The Publication Research Programme includes extra coaching aimed at submitting work to a high-school research journal. The programme is fully online and available globally. Intake is flexible and year-round, with multiple package levels and pricing tiers to suit different aims-from university preparation and portfolio-building to opportunities for publication and presentation at the Immerse Online Symposium.

Immerse Education's English Literature Online Research Programme is a year-round, pre-university online course designed for high school and secondary school participants aged 13-18. The programme combines personalised one-to-one tutorials or group lessons with a bespoke curriculum in classic and contemporary literature. Students design and complete an independent applied research project, developing research, academic writing, referencing and argumentation skills, with top projects invited to the Immerse Online Symposium. Programmes vary by intensity and accreditation: the Classic ORP is a 10-hour option delivered over 2 weeks, the Publication Research Programme offers 15 hours plus 4 coaching sessions and publication support, and accredited UK/USA options provide 15 hours and recognised accreditation. Completion awards include a certificate of achievement, possible Letter of Recommendation from tutors, and for some accredited options, UCAS-recognised credits. The programme is delivered remotely and is available to participants worldwide.

Immerse Education's Chemistry Online Research Programme is a year-round, remote research course for students aged 13-18. Each participant is matched with an experienced academic tutor for one-to-one or small-group tuition and is guided to design and complete an independent, university-level chemistry research project. The programme emphasises critical thinking, academic writing, referencing, and presentation skills, with opportunities for top students to present at the Immerse Online Symposium or pursue publication in a recognised high-school research journal. Delivery is flexible and global: courses are available online throughout the year and offer tailored mentorship from tutors with university-level expertise. Programme options range from a 10-hour Classic ORP to 15-hour accredited variants (including publication-focused and country-accredited tracks). On completion students receive a certificate of achievement, and certain accredited options offer a formal qualification and an allocation of UCAS points (not guaranteed for all participants). Families can enrol via the Immerse Education website and may book a complimentary consultation to discuss the best programme option for a student.

Immerse Education's Biology Online Research Programme is a year-round, pre-university online course for secondary and high-school students aged 13 6. Participants work with dedicated tutors - often academics from top universities - to design and complete an independent research project culminating in a university-level research paper. The programme offers one-to-one tutorials or group lessons, hands-on research coaching, and personalised feedback. Options include a Classic ORP (10 hours over 2 weeks), a Publication Research Programme (15 hours plus four coaching sessions with publication support), and accredited variants that carry UCAS-credit recognition. Top-performing students can receive a Letter of Recommendation from their tutor and may be supported to publish in an internationally recognised high-school research journal. This online programme is available globally and aims to develop research skills, academic writing, critical thinking and confidence for university applications. Students receive a certificate of achievement on completion, and some accredited courses provide a formal qualification recognised by universities.

The Immerse Education Medicine Online Research Programme is a year-round, online pre-university course for high-school students designed to introduce participants to medical principles and supervised research. Students receive subject-specialist tuition (1:1 or group formats), complete a personalised research project, and gain skills in academic writing, referencing, and evidence-based reasoning. Top students may present at the Immerse Online Symposium and publication-track participants receive coaching aimed at submitting to a recognised high-school research journal. Programme formats vary by intensity and accreditation: Classic ORP (10 hours, 2 weeks), Publication Research Programme (15 hours plus 4 coaching sessions, publication support), and accredited UK/USA options (15 hours). Completing an accredited online research programme can yield 8 UCAS points or 3 college credits; all participants receive a Certificate of Achievement. Teaching is delivered by academic tutors (often Oxbridge or top international universities), with personalised evaluation and the option for a letter of recommendation for outstanding students. The course is delivered entirely online and is available globally year-round. It aims to prepare students for further medical or healthcare studies, support university applications, and develop transferable skills such as critical thinking, communication, and independent investigation.

This free, self-paced introduction to traditional 2D animation is a short beginner tutorial from Animationclub School designed to spark interest in hand-drawn character animation. The course is delivered as pre-recorded lectures so learners can start at any time and study at their own pace. Total run time for the workshop is approximately 32 minutes.

Learners will be introduced to the essential tools and basic principles of 2D animation and will complete exercises to create a simple animated character (example exercises include animating a jumping cup and adding emotion/visual effects). The course lists commonly used software (TVPaint, Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, Clip Studio Paint) and recommends a drawing tablet for practical work. Mentor: Edward Kurchevsky, an experienced 2D animator and director.

The workshop is suitable for aspiring animators and hobbyists as well as professionals seeking to refresh skills. Animationclub School generally accepts students from age 16; applicants as young as 14 may be considered individually and those under 18 require a caregiver/guardian to submit a portfolio on their behalf. Sign-up is via the course page ('Sign up for the course' link).

This short two-week online course, delivered by the University of Leeds on FutureLearn, introduces Vsevolod Meyerhold’s physical theatre technique of biomechanics and the biomechanical étude known as ‘The Slap’. Through a mixture of video, animation, discussion forums and practical exercises, learners study the historical and political context of Meyerhold’s work and practise repeatable physical exercises designed to develop balance, awareness and expression.

The course is presented as a taster for prospective undergraduate students and school/college learners, and is specifically designed to complement existing study in theatre, performance or related subjects. Activities include warm-ups, practical études such as the ‘shake and shake’ and ‘slap and return to neutral’, and a small production task (video, image or prose) that demonstrates understanding of the technique.

Learners join a global online classroom, contribute to discussions, complete weekly tasks and a concluding test. Complete 90% of course steps and all assessments to earn a certificate. No prior experience is necessary, but participants should be reasonably fit for light movement work.

Unity Skills 4 DofE is an online game design course where attendees build video game coding and level design projects using the Unity games engine and MonoDevelop. Learners are introduced to C# and develop practical skills in creating polished, fully realised games, making it suitable for young people who want a structured introduction to coding through game development.

The course is designed for ages 13-17 and welcomes both beginners and those with prior coding experience. Sessions are led live by a remote tutor who provides real-time guidance and progress reviews, and the course contributes towards the Duke of Edinburgh Skills section. Participants receive a Spark4Kids certificate at the end, along with a Skills Assessor report for their DofE award.

Spark4Kids says attendees can join at any point during the school year and continue at their own pace until they complete their allocated sessions. The course follows the school calendar, with weekly sessions held in the evenings and at weekends for flexibility.

Spark4Kids Unity 4 Kids is a game design course for children aged 11-16. Participants use the Unity games engine and the MonoDevelop scripting tool to work on video game coding and level design projects, while also learning the basics of C# and how to build polished, fully realised games. The course is designed to suit a wide range of abilities, from complete beginners to children who already have some coding experience.

Sessions run weekly during term time, with a tutor-to-child ratio of 1:6 so learners can work at their own pace with support available throughout. Families can book a free taster session before committing, and the course is structured so that children can join after the term has started without missing content. The booking process also supports childcare vouchers, split payments, and instalment options on some bookings.

Spark4Kids' Python 4 Kids is a beginner-friendly coding course that introduces children to Python, a widely used programming language with a gentle learning curve. The course is aimed at young learners who want to progress beyond block-based coding and start working with text/keyword-based languages.

Attendees work through a structured set of coding challenges covering core Python concepts such as variables, if statements, loops, arrays, functions, arithmetic, and drawing. The teaching style is supportive and paced for children, with a tutor-to-child ratio of 1:6 so learners can work at their own speed while still getting help when they need it.

The course runs in weekly term-time sessions, and children can join after the term has started without missing the syllabus. A free taster session is available for families who want to try a class first, and Spark4Kids also notes that childcare vouchers, split payments, and instalment options may be available depending on the booking.

The German Academy’s online intensive courses are German language classes for children, teenagers and adults who already have basic knowledge or are complete beginners at A1 and A2 level. The courses are designed to build confidence through age-appropriate content, interactive tools and games, with students grouped by age and level.

Teaching is delivered online by experienced native German teachers, with small class sizes of up to six students so that learners can receive individual support. Sessions usually run once or twice a week during term time, with each lesson lasting around 45 to 60 minutes depending on the age group.

Students work towards an internationally acknowledged telc exam within one to two years, and can continue their language journey to later stages including German GCSE and A-Level classes. All students must purchase a course book for their specific group.