RESILIENCE Workplace Accelerator

This week, Year 12 BTEC Applied Science students participated in the RESILIENCE Workplace Accelerator led by Richard Todd from the University of Birmingham and Dr. Kate Barclay MBE.

This is a pilot scheme which will utilise our virtual reality headsets and a range of software to train the students in simulated laboratory environments and also develop technical and transferable skills for careers in the life sciences. This will be part of our Bionow programme for BTEC Applied Science students aspiring to careers in Health and Life Sciences.

Day 2: Focussed on Quality Medicines for Patients. 

Module 2 concentrated on the patient. How students engaged in Good Manufacturing Practices, Product Quality and Medicines Regulation was incredible. Some really thoughtful discussions about innovative cell and gene therapies and the types of oncology research currently underway.

Day 3: Focussed on Safety & Sustainability in UK Medicines Manufacturing. 

Module 3 concentrated on Health and Safety aspects of medicine manufacturing as well as new approaches to sustainability. This included interactive lectures on safe working practices, innovations in sustainable manufacturing and assessment of risk, health and safety audits in virtual reality and how to clean up a virtual spillage through FourPlus Immersive.

Day 4: Focussed on Values & Behaviours in UK Medicines Manufacturing.

Module 4 concentrated on the values of an organisation and what sort of behaviours would be expected of their employees, why organisational values are important and which values resonated with students. Students carried out independent research on the values of pharmaceutical companies large and small, used Bodyswaps immersive reality to develop workplace communication skills, active listening and how values guide actions.

To learn more about Resilience, click here.

We would likle to say a huge thank you to Richard Todd, Dr. Kate Barclay MBE, Dr. Laura Porcza and Reshma Nazeer, Ph.D

Year 10 have been working on the theme flora and fauna, starting with foundational skills in drawing and shading using the grid method. 

MeDeVet Alumni

Alumnus Vlad recently visited Liverpool Life Sciences UTC to speak with aspiring students interested in medicine, dentistry, and veterinary science. He shared insights from his studies in medicine at the University of Oxford and highlighted the dedication required to succeed in such competitive fields. His presentation was both informative and inspiring, offering practical advice and encouragement to students.

Vlad joined us in Sixth Form and achieved A* in Biology, Chemistry, and Maths.

Discussing his reason for joining the MeDeVet programme, Vlad shared, “One of the reasons I chose to be part of the programme was because I attended a MeDeVet Saturday event in Year 11. It gave me the opportunity to meet the pathway leads and experience a typical A-level lesson.”

We wish him luck in his future endeavours, not that he'll need them. Vlad already has all that he needs to thrive.

Year 10 Safety Drop Down Day

On Monday, students took part in activities addressing knife crime and fatal injuries resulting from gang violence. Merseyside Police also led a session on personal safety and crime prevention.

How to Log Onto Sparx for the First Time: A Step-by-Step Guide for Students and Parents

Are You in Year 12 or 13 and Thinking About Applying to Study Architecture at University?

The Bartlett UCL are providing free online sessions for students as part of their Architecture Application Speaker Series, which aims to provide support on different components of the Architecture application process and demystify what studying Architecture at university is like.

The sessions include:

• How to choose where to study Architecture at university? – Wednesday 1st October 4-5pm
• How to write your personal statement? – Tuesday 7^th October 4-5pm
• What is Architecture at university really like? – Wednesday 8^th October 4-5pm
• How to layout your portfolio? – Thursday 16^th October 4-5pm
• General advice on portfolios and how to present them – Wednesday 22^nd October 4-5pm

Register here.

Oxbridge Applicant Workshops

These workshops are designed to support current Oxbridge applicants and provide expert guidance at this crucial stage of the application process.

Programme Overview:

1. STEM Admissions Test Webinar

Date: Wednesday 1st October, 4pm–5.30pm

Audience: Students applying for Maths and Science courses at Oxford and Cambridge

Format: 30 minutes of Admissions Test guidance from our Education Consultants, followed by a 1-hour interactive workshop with an experienced tutor, focusing on Maths problems

2. Humanities Admissions Test Webinar

Date: Thursday 2nd October, 4pm–5.30pm

Audience: Students applying for Humanities and Social Science courses at Oxford and Cambridge

Format: 30 minutes of Admissions Test guidance from our Education Consultants, followed by a 1-hour interactive workshop with an experienced tutor, focusing on TSA/TARA problems

3. Interviews Webinar (STEM and Humanities)

Date: Wednesday 8th October, 4pm–5pm

Audience: All students applying to Oxford, Cambridge, and Imperial

Format: 1-hour interactive webinar led by our team of Education Consultants. The session will cover: what to expect, interview do’s and don’ts, example interviews, perfecting your online set-up, and a Q&A segment.

To register, click here.

Exciting Virtual Work Experience with HSBC: 

For students in Ignite (First Step) and 10-13 (Next Step). Their events take place outside of school hours, making them easily accessible for all students.

 FIRST STEP - For Ignite students

Wednesday 1st October May at 4.30pm (virtual session hosted on MS Teams)

Pitch for a Purpose: Plan the Ultimate Charity Event with HSBC

• A 45-minute briefing with the HSBC team
• Complete the career challenge at their own pace
• Certification awarded on completion
• Register now! (students)

NEXT STEP - Student year groups 10-13 

Thursday 2nd October at 5pm (virtual session hosted on MS Teams)

 HSBC the National Trust - Nature Projects That Make a Difference

• A 45-minute virtual briefing with the HSBC team
• Complete the career challenge at their own pace
• Certification awarded on completion
• Register now! (students)

Free Online Mental Health Awareness Session for Parents and Guardians

As part of World Mental Health Day, Everton in the Community are hosting a free 1-hour online mental health awareness workshop for parents and guardians of young people aged 12-18.

Taking place on Friday 10^th October 6-7pm, via Microsoft Teams. The evidence-based workshop will help parents and guardians develop the skills and knowledge they need to understand, recognise, and support the mental health and wellbeing of their children and family.

To register your attendance click here.

The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 

Launched earlier this summer, and includes a number of valuable resources which may be useful for your Year 11 and Sixth Form students and their parents/guardians. 

The programme was filmed at BAE Systems’ Academy for Skills & Knowledge and is presented by Martin Birchall, High Fliers Research and Chanise Evans, a former apprentice and presenter at the BBC.

Highlights:

• a full countdown of the 2025 rankings with details of the apprenticeships available at the nation’s top apprenticeship employers
• interviews with more than 20 current apprentices working in different industries & employment sectors
• discussions with leading apprenticeship employers featured in the new Top 100 rankings apprenticeship showcases of employers around the UK

Watch the programme here.