Pathways to the Professions

Yesterday was our programme's Healthcare Taster Day! Academics from our Nursing, Pharmacy, Psychology & Biomedical Science courses gave our Y12 students practical taster sessions, insight into life as an Aston student, and the wide variety of careers in healthcare. #teamaston

Happy Holidays from the Aston Pathways Team! The university is now closed until 2nd January 2025. We're looking forward to the new year and all the fantastic opportunities it will bring for our students! 🎉 #teamaston

A big thank you to @AstonMedicine staff, ambassadors and the 48 students who attended this year’s #Path2Medicine Taster Day! Students took part in interactive sessions students in our clinical spaces - learning about first aid, venupuncture and critical care units.

Thank you to the 202 students & guests who attended the #Path2Professions launch today!🎉 They learnt about the programme, student finance, received a campus tour from our ambassadors & an @aston_union buffet lunch! We look forward to seeing you all at your next event!

💭Do you know someone in Year 11 & #CareExperienced? 🎓Are they interested in university & life after secondary school? ✨Join us for a fantastic campus experience day at @UCBofficial on 12 Dec! Book your places now➡️gck.fm/uofmb

It's 1 day to go until our #Path2Professions Launch @AstonUniversity for Year 12 students who wish to study #healthcare, #medicine or #STEM! Sessions will include a programme introduction, benefits of #University, #studentfinance and a campus tour! #TeamAston #HereForAReason

As part of #NCLW, James told us how being an ambassador for care leavers at @Bham_Childrens has led to others starting their NHS career. James is one of 800 young care leavers to have been helped by the NHS Universal Family Programme. england.nhs.uk/our-nhs-people… @NHSE_WTE

The transition into #HigherEducation can be daunting for anyone, but being a care leaver can present its own set of challenges. There's lots of support available @AstonUniversity to help you into #university & beyond 👉shorturl.at/wcmcF #NCLW #wecare

Applications for our Pathways Programme are now closed! 🎉 Our team will be shortlisting applicants next week- keep an eye on your inbox! Missed the deadline? You can still get a taste of life at @AstonUniversity- find out more here: aston.ac.uk/sro/post16

We are thrilled to invite all staff involved in post 16 education to our 30th Annual Admissions and Higher Education Guidance Conference. The conference will offer a wide range of sessions, providing invaluable insights for supporting post-16 students. 👉 tinyurl.com/yc83emvb

There's just a few hours left to apply for @AstonUniversity's Pathways Programme- don't miss out! 🎓 If you're in Year 12, interested in a Medicine, Healthcare, or STEM career, apply now: aston.ac.uk/sro/pathways-t… #teamaston

In Year 12? There's 1 week left to apply to Pathways to the Professions programmes @AstonUniversity in Medicine🩺, Healthcare⚕️or STEM💻to develop your knowledge and skills ahead of university. Interested? Find out more and apply here: aston.ac.uk/sro/pathways-t… #TeamAston

We're set up and ready to go at Birmingham @UKUniSearch today! Come and say hello to us upstairs at stand 41 👋

#Path2Professions students, these sessions will enable you to explore different subjects on demand and includes a variety of lectures in relation to #medicine, #healthcare and #STEM.

Today at 4pm (BST) is the bursary scheme deadline. This is your last chance to apply for a bursary to refund your UCAT test fee if you are eligible. There are no exceptions to this deadline. ucat.ac.uk/register/bursa… #UCAT # wideningparticipation

🎓For Y10-13 learners with care experience, Aimhigher's H.E. 4 Me: UniVerse event is a great way for learners and their supporters to explore different pathways and opportunities at uni 📅Thurs 24 Oct 🌍The Exchange, Uni of Birmingham ➡️Find out more tinyurl.com/p7rj3yww

Have you started writing your personal statement?✍️ Access subject-specific guides for tailored advice on what to include in your personal statement: bit.ly/3B9rApP

In Year 12 studying STEM subjects? With taster sessions including robotics, AI, and engineering, lead by industry experts, @AstonUniversity's Pathways Programme can help you explore careers in STEM. Interested? Find out more here: aston.ac.uk/sro/pathways-t… #teamaston

In Year 12 and thinking of a career in Medicine, Healthcare or STEM? Join the Pathways to the Professions programme at @AstonUniversity to develop your skills, knowledge, and confidence. Interested? Find out more and apply here: aston.ac.uk/sro/pathways-t… #teamaston

Thinking ahead to UCAS applications, there's a good blog post on the Widening Participation Medics Network (WPMN) website that's well worth a read: wpmedicsnetwork.com/post/choosing-…