Post-16 activities
We offer a range of opportunities to students taking A-levels or equivalent to help them make informed decisions about university.
Our post-16 programmes give a taste of what it is like to study at Bristol. Participants who successfully complete Access to Bristol, the Insight into Bristol summer school, Next Step Bristol, or the Virtual Summer School are eligible to receive admissions benefits such as the Guaranteed Contextual Offer.
These programmes are designed to support state-educated students from underrepresented backgrounds, prioritising those who meet our widening participation eligibility criteria listed on each programme's webpage.
Access to Bristol
An on-campus scheme for local students taking A-levels, BTECs, Access to HE courses or equivalents.
Bristol Scholars
This scheme allows teachers from local schools and colleges to nominate individual students based on their academic potential.
Creative Industries Unlocked
A 6-week in-person programme for local students in Year 12 or their first year of college who want to learn more about careers in creative industries.
Insight into Bristol summer school
An on-campus summer school for Year 12 students from Asian, Black or other racialised minority backgrounds.
Next Step Bristol
An online programme for Year 13 students from Asian, Black or other racialised minority backgrounds.
STEM Up!
A 4-session online programme for Year 12 or mature students interested in studying a science, technology, engineering or maths (STEM) subject at the Bristol.
Virtual Summer School
A 3-day online event for Year 12 students to engage online with academics, student ambassadors and other prospective students.
The Destinations Conference
An online event for Year 12 students or students in their first year of college from Asian, Black or other racialised minority backgrounds.
Work experience placements for Year 12 (STEM)
In-person work experience weeks for Year 12 students interested in STEM subjects to learn what science skills, courses and careers are available.