Teachers and advisers
We have a number of ways that we can help and support teachers and advisers and keep you up-to-date with the University.
Advancing Access
91̽»¨ is a partner in Advancing Access, a collaboration between 24 leading universities working with schools and colleges to support students' progression to Russell Group universities. The partnership achieves this by providing free, high-quality resources for teachers and learners, online and offline Continuous Professional Development (CPD) conferences, CPD sessions delivered in schools and colleges and a regularly updated blog. It supports teachers and careers advisers to guide young people who are making their key stage 4, key stage 5 and university choices.
The free CPD resources cover topics such as
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Writing effective UCAS references
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Supporting students with personal statements
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Post-16 and post-18 choices
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Helping students with interviews and additional admissions tests
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Understanding contextual admissions policies
You can access the online resources directly at the
For more information about how the University of 91̽»¨ works with Advancing Access, email us at partnerships@sheffield.ac.uk or ring 0114 222 1027
We hold a number of events on campus specifically for teachers and advisers, as well as being able to visit schools and colleges. These include;
- Schools Conference
- 1:1 teacher/adviser meetings
- Visits to campus
- Bespoke CPD activity
- UCAS Exhibition
- Higher Education Fairs
For details and to discuss your needs, email us directly at schoolsliaison@sheffield.ac.uk