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Life skills. Study skills. All online.

Here at Essex, we're all about helping students take their next steps with confidence. Whether you're exploring future options or just want to build skills that will support you through school and beyond, we've got you covered.

If you're currently in Years 10 to 13, the University of Essex would love you to join our online community of young people who are excited to explore new ideas and develop their skills for the future.

Depending on your age, we have courses to choose from that are optional but extremely useful (and fun). What's more, they're completely free of charge. There's no pressure, no tests – just tons of interactive activities, videos, blogs and tips to help you on your educational journey.

What do the Online Courses cover?

We have four Online Courses available:

Further Studies Preparation Programme

Study mode:

Online

Suitable for:

School years 10 & 11

University Preparation Programme

Study mode:

Online

Suitable for:

School years 12 & 13

Essex Preparation Programme

Study mode:

Online

Suitable for:

All prospective undergraduate students

Python Preparation Programme

Study mode:

Online

Suitable for:

School years 10, 11, 12 & 13

Each one is designed to prepare you for the next stage of your education, whether that’s sixth form or college, or university. You‘ll learn new ways to tackle your studies, navigate your future choices and master useful life skills like money management, making friends and getting a job. What’s more, each course is packed full of tips you can start using right away and take with you for life.

Are you a teacher or adviser?

The modules and programmes can be completed independently by students or as part of a class in school or college. Teachers, advisers and support staff can signpost students to the appropriate programme and complete one or more modules together.

Why not try out a few activities during your scheduled form time or PSHE lesson? From transition to communication, from future planning to financial management, the modules can easily fit into the curriculum. Check out the topics for each programme below.

If you have any problems accessing the courses, please email tel@essex.ac.uk.

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