This free online webinar series provides valuable sector insights, practical guidance and opportunities to share best practice with colleagues from across the region. Whether you’re looking for the latest higher education updates, strategies for supporting student success or a deeper understanding of the student journey, these webinars will equip you with the knowledge and resources to support the young people you work with.
Upcoming Sessions
From application to offer: admissions at the University of Essex
Date:
4 November 2026
Time:
4.30pm – 5.15pm
What's it about:
This online session will give you valuable insight into how applications are assessed at the University of Essex and how you can best support students through the admissions process. The session will explore what admissions teams look for in personal statements, application content and teacher references, as well as what helps applicants stand out in a competitive field.
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From classroom to campus: mastering the university transition for students with additional needs
Date:
9 December 2026
Time:
4.30pm – 5.15pm
Speaker:
Dr Victoria Allen-Baume
Department of Life Sciences, University of Essex
What's it about:
This online session provides teachers with the insight and confidence to guide students with additional needs through the often complex transition from secondary school to university.
We will examine the key differences between school-based support structures and university-level disability services, and how support models shift from staff-led to student-led. The session will also address common transition challenges, such as navigating new learning environments, managing increased independence and advocating for personal needs, helping teachers to build students’ readiness before they arrive on campus.
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