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Headstart 2013 is now full and it's very unlikely that you will be offered a place if you apply now. However, you can still apply for a late cancellation click here to start. Please ensure that you select 5 preferences.
PLEASE, PLEASE be very careful when entering your email address on your application. We will send offers and other communications by email and cannot take responsibility for emails that bounce due to incorrect email addresses, or settings on your computer which do not allow our emails to get through, so make sure you add headstartteam@etrust.org.uk as a recognised contact.
Headstart courses for Year 12/S5 are divided into 2 categories. Please see 2013 Course Information below:
Broad Based Engineering Courses 2013 :
• Bristol • Brunel • Cambridge • Cardiff • Coventry • Durham
• Exeter • Heriot Watt • Imperial • Leeds • Loughborough • Manchester
• Newcastle • Oxford • Plymouth • Salford (Insight) • Sheffield
• Strathclyde • Surrey • Warwick
Specialist Courses:
• Aston (Computer Science) • Bath (Chemical Engineering) • Imperial College (Electronics)
• Lancaster (Maths) • Lancaster (Sustainable Power Engineering) • Leicester (Natural Sciences)
• Leicester (Physics) • Liverpool (Aerospace) • Loughborough (Systems)
• Newcastle (Chemistry) • Newcastle (Geographic Info Systems)
• Newcastle (Science & Sustainability) • Oxford (Materials) • Royal Holloway (Maths)
• Sheffield (Computer Science) • Sheffield Hallam (Sports Engineering)
• Southampton (Geology and Geophysics) • Southampton (Marine Engineering)
• Southampton (Oceanography) • UCL (Biochemical Engineering)
• West of England (Civil Engineering) • West of England (Automotive Engineering)
**To view all courses by week please here**
Top tips when applying:
- Select 5 courses that excite you and tell us why in your personal statement.
- Don't be swayed by the location - it's the Headstart experience that's important to help you with your UCAS application. Oxford and Cambridge would love to welcome everyone, but they have a finite amount of spaces. Keep an open mind and select other courses in your preferences and this will give you the best chance of getting a place somewhere you'll like.
- Change your computer settings to accept emails from headstartteam@etrust.org.uk We send offers by email and we don't want them getting lost in your spam or trash.
- Get on with it NOW! Yes, we realise we're nagging, but it'll help us find a place for you if you can apply as soon as possible after 1 September as last year 800 students didn't get an offer at all.
- Check this page regularly for any adjustments to dates, locations and descriptions of our courses and make sure you tell us if you change your email address as this is how we'll send offers, so it's really very important
The important small print about costs:
- The cost to attend is the numeric part of the course code - eg. CAR/310 explains the fee to attend Headstart at Cardiff is £310. Everything's included - tuition, accommodation and meals, but not your travel costs to and from the University.
- We have to charge an unsubsidised rate of £465 to international students and we define a home student as someone who holds both a British passport and whose home address (family residence) is in the UK. If you cannot fulfil both criteria, we class you as an international student and will charge you £465. We may ask you to send us a copy of your passport or evidence of your home address to check we're charging the correct amount.
To apply online please click here
Girls! Extend your Headstart experience with Dragonfly!
Some of the courses offer a Dragonfly Day which is an extra day after Headstart for younger girls who are interested in STEM subjects.. We'd love you to stay on and help mentor and enthuse the younger girls, so don't forget to tell us in your application. The following courses include a Dragonfly experience:
- Durham
- Manchester
- Oxford
- Salford
- Surrey
Want to be INSPIRED? We now have courses specially designed Year 11/S4 girls. click here for information and to complete a Year 11/S4 application!
Please note that the Cambridge Physical Science (CDX/350) and Cambrige Materials Science (CDM/350) courses aren't available in 2013 as the department is relocating but will be back in the programme for 2014
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Aston University
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
"The course was very enjoyable; it gave a useful insight into university life."
This course at Aston University is designed to expose students to a range of challenging and exciting topics with real-world applications. It will introduce the principles by which systems for control, decision making and entertainment are designed, developed and improved, and will give students a hands-on opportunity to use a variety of tools and languages.
What’s it all about?
Students will stay onsite and get a real impression of what life is like at a small, friendly campus University. Student ambassadors will be available throughout the course to pass on their experience and advice of higher education, and to give tours of the university campus and facilities. Experienced undergraduate and postgraduate students will assist with labs and offer more subject-specific insights
What will I be doing?
You will be working as part of a team to design and develop an attractive and interactive format to display Facebook data. At the end of the course you will have the opportunity to pitch your project to a Dragon’s Den panel of academics and parents. During the course you will utilise the skills of the team and also be given guidance and exposure to a range of topics including:
• Introduction to Programming using Java
• User Interface Design
• Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
• Web Development
• Computer Graphics
• How computers can work with uncertain information
Would this course suit me?
If you are considering a future in the Information Technology, Communication, AI or Games sectors and want to explore your degree choices then this course is for you. It will also offer you the chance to see what careers are available if computers are your passion.
Course code: AST/310
Course dates: Monday, 8 July 2013 at 10.00 hrs - Thursday, 11 July 2013 at 14.30 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Bath
FOCUS ON CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
This course at the University of Bath is designed to introduce the field of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering. Students will have the opportunity to find out why chemical engineering is so important to the future of our planet, and what it is like to be an undergraduate chemical engineer.
What will I be doing?
You will stay on campus in undergraduate accommodation. Student ambassadors and chemical engineering students will assist throughout the course to provide advice, guidance and an insight to student life at Bath. You will take part in a range of activities that first year undergraduates would do, including:
• Lectures and discussions
• Laboratory sessions
• Industry-related activities
• Team challenges
Plus you will be given:
• Admissions information
• Chemical Engineering career information
Would this course suit me?
If you would like to find out more about how you can combine your science and maths skills and apply them to real-world problems in a challenging and fun environment then this is for you. Chemical engineers work in a wide range of sectors from the oil industry to food and from brewing to cosmetics.
What do I need to be suitable?
To study for a chemical (or biochemical) engineering degree you need to be studying Mathematics and Chemistry. You also need to have an enquiring mind, be creative, and like the challenge of solving problems. The Headstart course will reflect all these aspects.
Course code: BAC/310
Course dates: Monday, 24 June 2013 at 10.00 hrs - Thursday, 27 June 2013 at 16.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Bristol
WHICH AREA OF ENGINEERING IS FOR ME?
"I enjoyed the course, it gave a great insight into university life and I felt the week was well structured and contained a lot of good content."
The Headstart course at Bristol will give you the opportunity to explore the different engineering disciplines taught within the Faculty of Engineering. You’ll experience a range of lectures and hands-on challenges that will provide a flavour of the academic side of undergraduate life.
What’s it all about?
This broad based engineering course offers a mixture of hands-on activities such as team challenges and experiments with University style lectures. All sesions are lead by specialists and supported by our enthusiastic and knowledgeable postgraduates.
Below are the areas covered and examples of the sessions:
• Aerospace Engineering – Build and fly your own plane
• Civil Engineering – Build and test earthquake proof structures
• Computer Science - Special effects and animation production
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering – Build and race electric cars
• Engineering Mathematics – A lecture on the mathematical modelling of oscillations in real world systems
• Mechanical Engineering – Testing material behaviour in the failure of structures and machines
Would this course suit me?
This course would suit you if you have not yet decided which area of engineering is for you. There are a varied range of engineering areas for you to try. The University is in the centre of an attractive and historical city
What do I need to be suitable?
An enquiring mind, an interest in technical issues and a wish to study at a research led university. Please note that Bristol is a very hilly city. This is not a good course for you if you have any problems with physical mobility.
Course Code: BRI/310
Course dates: Monday, 8 July 2013 at 10.30 hrs - Friday, 12 July 2013 at 12.30 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Brunel University
DESIGNING YOUR FUTURE IN ENGINEERING
Brunel University is named after the famous engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. In the 100 years up to 1860 he was one of a small group of engineers who brought about the Industrial Revolution. Brunel, perhaps, was the most prodigious of them all and many of his works, which challenged and inspired his colleagues during this period, survive today. The Headstart course at Brunel will challenge and inspire you to focus on the varying subject areas of Engineering and Design offered by Brunel University and will help you choose which discipline would be right for you. The School of Engineering and Design is made up of Mechanical Engineering, Electronic & Computer Engineering, Design, Civil Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing & Enterprise Engineering (postgraduate only).
This broad mix of dynamic courses offers a taste of a wide range of engineering and design disciplines that are available at Brunel. You will also meet a good cross section of academic staff. Your time at Brunel will give you chance to experience undergraduate lectures and workshops to give you a taste of academic life.
What’s it all about?
Advanced Manufacturing & Enterprise Engineering (AMEE) has highly-rated research and teaching expertise. Civil Engineering at Brunel University brings together the long tradition of the subject and cutting edge innovation. Teaching is underpinned by international standard research, with an underlying theme of sustainability. Brunel’s Design degrees are some of the most renowned and respected in Europe and are historically amongst the highest rated for product and industrial design in all the major UK league tables. Our graduates and students have won many national and international design awards and we have the second most satisfied design students in the UK. One of the largest subject areas in the University, Electronic & Computer Engineering, has an extensive research portfolio, combined with high-quality teaching and resources resulting in strong research links with industry and an excellent record of employment amongst our graduates. Mechanical Engineering at Brunel has an excellent track record and an international reputation for research. Numerous outside organisations collaborate with the School including teaching hospitals, governmental laboratories and a range of companies.
What will I be doing?
You will be staying in Halls and experiencing life as an Undergraduate, exploring the campus and have the opportunity to use the excellent sports facilities. During the day there will be lectures and hands on projects to work on. There will be talks from industrialists and students who are currently in the midst of their courses and able to give you a student’s view of life at Brunel.
Would this course suit me?
This course would suit you if you are interested in Engineering & Design but have not yet decided which area of Engineering/Design is for you. You will be able to learn exactly what is available to you and find something that really interests you even if it was not your original plan. The University is very cosmopolitan and only forty minutes away from the centre of London but far enough away so you do not pay the inner city prices.
Course code: BRU/310
Course dates: Monday, 15 July 2013 at 12.00 hrs - Friday, 19 July 2013 at 11.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
University of Cambridge
ENGINEERING - WHICH ROUTE FOR ME?
"I have really enjoyed the week, I liked being challenged by the context and overcoming the difficulties. Experiencing a student's life really helped me to appreciate the level of work required and time management, however it also helped me realise that there is still fun to be had."
You will be treated as though you are a first-year undergraduate, with lectures, experimental work and projects in the University's Department of Engineering. You will stay in Jesus College and experience a Cambridge supervision (be taught in small groups by a senior member of the University – a feature of teaching and learning at this university). Some of the topics will stretch you considerably but you should enjoy them if you're good at mathematics and physics.
What will I be doing?
Topics likely to be included:
• Structures: learning how to analyse the forces in structures made from trusses
• Fluids: learn why water may suddenly jump when flowing in a channel
• Materials: test a number of materials and discover how they behave and why
• Design: design, construct, program and test a robot vehicle
Would this course suit me?
If you would like a challenging and intensive Headstart course looking at a range of engineering disciplines then this is for you. You will sample collegiate life at a prestigious university and interact with academics at the top of their research fields.
What do I need to be suitable?
To study for an engineering degree at Cambridge University requires the highest academic grades and a passionate interest in engineering – this Headstart course reflects these entry requirements.
Course code: CAM/350
Course dates: Sunday, 23 June 2013 at 16.00 hrs - Thursday, 27 June 2013 at 12.30 hrs (4 nights residential)
http://www.eng.cam.ac.uk/admissions/index.html
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Cardiff University
BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS AT CARDIFF
"The week was extremely enjoyable and it helped me confirm what I'd definitely like to study or not study."
Headstart at Cardiff will give you a good insight into the variety of engineering by examining degree schemes available at Cardiff, i.e. Civil, Environmental, Integrated, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic and Medical Engineering, as well as an introduction to university life. You will stay in one of the university Halls of Residence and have access to university sporting facilities.
What will I be doing?
The Cardiff course is designed to give you the chance to sample different engineering disciplines by:
• Introductory presentations on each of the degree schemes
• A choice of hands-on laboratory sessions to explore practical principles in engineering
• A choice of visits to engineering firms / construction sites to see engineering at work
• Group-based design, build and test projects
• Attend specialist lectures such as the bio-mechanics of shaken baby syndrome
Would this course suit me?
If you are interested in engineering but not yet sure which discipline is for you then this broad based course could well be of interest. Cardiff is a well regarded and established University with excellent research facilities and industrial links. The University is centrally located within an attractive and cosmopolitan city.
Course code: CAR/310
Course dates: Sunday, 30 June 2013 at 16.30 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 14.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/engin
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Coventry University
ENGINEERS WITHOUT BORDERS
The number of people affected by natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions and conflicts such as civil wars are increasing year on year. It’s perhaps not fully understood that in these situations at least ten engineers are needed for every doctor. In impoverished areas engineers design and build equipment to improve the quality of life and facilitate other relief activities; engineers are vital in the redevelopment of disaster and conflict zones.
What’s it all about?
This Headstart course will give students the opportunity to learn more about the use of engineering in disaster and conflict situations and explore the concepts of developmental and humanitarian engineering. Practical exercises will test problem solving and team-working skills, whilst the accompanying topical lectures will introduce the theory and issues engineers face in this field. Local field trips to places such as water treatment plants will give you the chance to see practical applications of meeting this global challenge at first hand.
What will I be doing?
The Course will involve a mix of:
• Hands on projects - design, build and test your own bamboo structure
• Lectures from leading researchers and practitioners in this exciting area of study
• Field trips to view real-life applications of global engineering
• Overnight accommodation in the halls of residence, Singer Hall and access to Coventry University student services
• A programme of evening social activities
All activities will be based in Coventry's brand new Engineering and Computing Faculty building, opened in September 2012.
Would this course suit me?
This course will suit you if you have a general scientific or maths background and an interest in the global issues facing the world today. The UK needs 50,000 new engineers by 2034 to generate creative, innovative ideas and the appropriate technologies to tackle today’s global issues. If you are considering studying engineering at university, then this residential course will provide an introduction to the exciting and expanding topic of global engineering. The course is supported by three charitable organisations - Engineers Without Borders UK, Engineers Against Poverty and RedR UK- who will bring some excellent field and career links to this course.
Course code: COV/310
Course dates: Monday, 29 July 2013 at 11.00 hrs - Thursday, 1 August 2013 at 15.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
Durham University
DISCOVER THE DEPTH OF ENGINEERING AT DURHAM
"This Headstart course has really opened my eyes to the discipline of general engineering, which I didn't think I would enjoy as much as I had. It has been great to meet other young students that are considering similar degrees at university as not many (especially girls) from my school are! The staff have been fantastic and I have really enjoyed my week at Durham university."
Headstart at Durham provides a dynamic and enjoyable course spanning a variety of engineering technologies including elements of mechanical, civil, electrical and manufacturing engineering. You will tackle three design, build and test projects during the week. Recent projects include electromagnetic cranes, marine vehicles to collect surface debris (table tennis balls) and a fully functioning lightweight hovercraft to carry the team. You will get to stay in one of the university's colleges and experience many aspects of student life.
What will I be doing?
• Design, construction and testing of three varied projects
• Industrial visits to local engineering companies and sites
• Interview and video presentation exercise
• Discussion of higher education options and careers in engineering
• Leisure evenings in Durham
Would this course suit me?
The University of Durham Headstart experience reflects the broad-based approach of the School of Engineering to allow you to see the different branches of engineering and make an informed choice for your university options and future career in the profession.
Durham is a historical city and the University runs a collegiate system. The university admissions criteria require a high academic track record and the Headstart course reflects this. The location is also quite hilly so if you have any mobility issues this may not be the course for you.
Headstart at Durham also offers 'Dragonfly', an exciting module for younger girls, mentored by female Year 12 Headstart students who stay over to help run the day on Friday, 5th July 2013. If you would like to help mentor on this day please write this into your personal statement when you apply for your Headstart course.
Course code: DUR/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 10.00 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Exeter
ENGINEERING THE 21ST CENTURY
Solutions to many of the greatest challenges facing society, from climate change to sustainability, will require radical new engineering approaches. Headstart at Exeter is a non-traditional engineering course, which will give you an insight into how exciting new developments in areas such as nano-materials may play a part in addressing these global issues.
What’s it all about?
This four day residential course will allow you to experience how engineering is taught at the University of Exeter in a friendly and supportive environment; on a unique campus with lakes, parkland, woodland and gardens.
All sessions will be delivered by world leading academic and industrial experts through a mixture of university style lectures and practical project work.
What will I be doing?
• Stimulating lectures
• Informal discussions
• Tutorials
• Hands-on experience
• Team projects
• Tours/visits
Would this course suit me?
If you are considering a future in engineering and want to explore a range of engineering disciplines, then this course is for you. It will also offer you the chance to see what rewarding engineering careers are open to you.
Themes covered as part of this course include:
• Climate and sustainability
• Mining
• Functional materials
• Manufacturing and business
• Engineering design
• Engineering ethics
What do I need to be suitable?
To study engineering you need to be studying mathematics and be interested in science. To change the world you also need to be creative, like to solve challenging problems, be innovative, consider all options and be able to justify all your decisions.
Course code: EXE/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs - Friday, 5 July 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Heriot Watt University
BROAD BASED ENGINEERING AT A TOP SCOTTISH UNIVERSITY
"I enjoyed the week and met lots of great people. I feel I understand a lot more about engineering than I did before"
Headstart at Heriot Watt University allows you to experience a taste of the main engineering disciplines in pleasant and easily accessible campus surroundings just outside Edinburgh.
What’s it all about?
During the programme you will experience engineering as it is taught to undergraduates, with lectures, practicals, projects and problem-solving classes. You will have the opportunity to meet with senior students, including postgraduates, to get an idea of what motivates and excites them about engineering. Admissions Tutors and Lecturers will be available to meet informally, to talk about engineering careers and engineering education. Other activities include visits to local industry, the Museum of Flight, and of course, the vibrant, historical and culturally rich city of Edinburgh.
What will I be doing?
• Experience lectures
• Practical projects
• Problem solving classes
• Meet senior students
• Visit local industries
Would this course suit me?
This course will suit you if you are interested in any of the following subjects:
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
• Robotics
• Optical Engineering
• Energy Engineering
What do I need to be suitable?
If you are interested in engineering but are not yet sure which discipline might be right for you then this is a good Headstart course to help you explore your options. It is also a chance to consider studying in the Scottish education system with its strong tradition of excellence in engineering.
Course code: WAT/310
Couse dates: Tuesday, 9 July 2013 at 10.45 hrs - Friday, 12 July 2013 at 14.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Imperial College London
ENGINEERING IN THE CAPITAL
"I had a good time, the week was very enjoyable and informative."
"The course was really informative and interesting. It brought to the forefront a number of options and other courses I had not previously considered."
"I really enjoyed finding out in depth about how engineering is taught at university."
Headstart at Imperial College will provide you with an experience of Aeronautical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Materials and Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering and Earth Sciences. The programme will involve lectures, demonstrations and laboratory activities.
What’s it all about?
This broad based course will give you an overview of the various engineering disciplines through a mixture of university-style lectures and practical activities. All sessions are led by specialists and will give you a flavour of university life. You will meet young graduate engineers and can question them about their study choices and their careers. In the evenings you will take part in social and team-building activities.
What will I be doing?
• Learn how aerofoils work. Design a plane and test it in the Honda wind tunnel
• Learn about biomechanics, and find how physics, electronics and mechanics can be applied to solve healthcare problems
• Build a volcano and record earthquakes on a seismometer
• Team work in a design, build and testing of a model bridge
• Design, market specification and construction of an electronic toy
• Hands-on experience in hydraulics, vibrations, CAD and strength of materials laboratories
• Discover Central London student life
Would this course suit me?
This course will suit you if you are interested in any of the following subjects:
• Aeronautical Engineering
• Bio-engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Earth Sciences Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
What do I need to be suitable?
Imperial is a prestigious and internationally renowned research led university with high academic entry requirements and the Headstart course reflects this. The general engineering summer school is a very broad based course which gives you a flavour of the wide range of disciplines involved in engineering. It is also the chance to sample living and studying right in the centre of London.
Course code: IMP/350
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 11.00 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 15.30 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Imperial College London - Electronics
FOCUS ON ELECTRONICS
New for 2013!!
Imperial College London is very pleased to be hosting an Electronics Focus course funded by the UK Electronics Skills Foundation (www.ukesf.org).
Working in partnership with the other UKESF University Partners (www.ukesf.org/about-the-ukesf/university-partners), we will be giving you the opportunity to explore a wide range of topics within electronic engineering. You’ll experience lectures and hands-on challenges that will provide a flavour of the academic side of undergraduate life. You will live as students in a hall of residence and you will have time for a mix of independent and organised social activities in addition to the academic programme.
The sponsorship from UKESF has come from ARM, Cambridge Silicon Radio Ltd, Dialog Semiconductors, Imagination Technologies and Jaguar Land Rover, all world-leading companies that recruit electronic engineering graduates to feed the success of their businesses. They will be complementing the academic programme with a team project for the week and with some of their graduate engineers joining you one day to talk about some of the exciting and innovative work that they do.
The academic programme will include lectures and hands-on activities on subjects such as communications, analog and digital electronics, control systems, microelectronics, nanotechnology and bioelectronics. You may find yourself making and tuning a simple radio for example or even designing, building and testing a novel product from first concept.
This course will show you how stimulating and varied electronic engineering can be as a career and the important role it plays in the technological advances valued by society.
Course code: IPX/350
Course dates: Monday, 8 July 2013 at 10.30 hrs - Thursday 11 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Lancaster (Maths)
EXPLORING SHAPE AND SPACE
Geometry has been a major part of mathematics since the days of the Ancient Greeks. This course will explore some of the different questions arising from geometrical problems from 2000 years ago to the present day. You will meet concepts from university-level mathematics and experience what it is like to study mathematics through formulating problems precisely, looking at examples, generalising and applying logical argument and proof.
What is it all about?
We will explore topics including:
• Combinatorial geometry: e.g. the construction of the five Platonic solids (and why there can only be five!)
• Differential geometry: how calculus can help us solve problems about curves and surfaces, in particular relating to minimization problems – why is a soap bubble a sphere, for example?
• Discrete geometry: if we connect some rods together by some joints, when is the result rigid or flexible? This is an interesting pure mathematical problem with some very applicable answers from small scales (understanding atomic lattices and crystals) to the large ones (construction of bridges).
• Fractal geometry: fractals arise when simple geometric patterns are repeated to infinity but surprisingly also occur in nature. Fractals can have dimensions that are not whole numbers – you will find out what this means!
What will I be doing?
• Short lectures introducing problems and techniques
• Mini-projects based on the lectures
• A major group project, extending the mini-projects
• Presentation of your project results to the other participants
• Experiencing university academic and social life in lecture rooms, computer labs and halls
Would this course suit me?
If you think you would like to study mathematics at university, then yes! You will need to be studying A Level Mathematics or an equivalent course, such as International Baccalaureate Mathematics HL. Exposure to Further Mathematics is advantageous but not required. If you are interested in problem-solving and exploring new ideas through logical thinking, this course will suit you. It will contain both pure and applied aspects of mathematics and show how these interact with each other.
Course code: LAM/310
Course dates: Monday, 29 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs - Thursday, 1 August 2013 at 15.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
Lancaster (Sustainable Power Engineering)
The World is facing an energy crisis. By 2030, our global power demand will have increased by 60%, but with the Earth's natural resources running out, where will we source this from? With rising demand and diminishing supply, we need to look to alternative methods of generating sustainable power.
What is it all about?
The Headstart course will educate students on the generation of sustainable energy exploring different methods of energy generation, focusing on wind and tidel stream power. Practical exercises will test your problem solving and team-working skills, whilst the accompanying topical lectures will introduce you to the theory and issues engineers face in this field. Visits to local sites such as wind turbine farms, possibly off-shore, will demonstrate the practical applications of meeting the energy demands.
What will I be doing?
The course will involve a mix of:
• Hands on projects - design, build and test your own wind or tidal stream turbine
• Exciting lectures from leading researchers and industry specialists in this dynamic topic
• Field trips to view real-life applications of sustainable engineering
• Experience of life as an undergraduate student at Lancaster University
• A programme of evening social activities
Would this course suit me?
This course will suit you if you have a general scientific and maths background and an interest in the sustainability issues faced by the world today. The UK needs 50,000 new engineers by 2034 to generate creative and innovative ideas and new technologies to produce sustainable power. If you are considering studying Engineering at University, this course will provide an introduction to the exciting and expanding topic of Sustainable Engineering.
Course code: LTP/310
Course dates: Sunday, 14 July 2013 at 14.00 - Thursday, 18 July 2013 at 14.00 (4 nights residential)
http://www.engineering.lancs.ac.uk/
University of Leeds
ENGINEERING OPTIONS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Engineering programmes at the University of Leeds lead students to top UK and international engineering posts. Join in the Headstart programme at Leeds and see what makes us special.
What’s it all about?
The course provides a fun introduction to the study of electronic and electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and computing at university. During the course we will give you the information, support and materials that you need to make a functioning wheeled robot.
What will I be doing?
• Working in teams to build your own self-guided, unmanned wheeled robot
• Testing your wheeled robot against other teams
• Experimenting with friction, aerodynamics, materials, motors, ultrasound sensors, embedded systems and programming
• Learning about a range of engineering topics
• Meeting our students and hearing about being a student at Leeds University
• Taking part in a full social programme including a visit to the multi-activity entertainment centre Xscape in Castleford, and a visit to the impressive Cummins Turbo Technologies plant in Huddersfield.
Will this course suit me?
The course is run by friendly and enthusiastic staff at the University of Leeds. You will attend some first year undergraduate level lectures which will provide some of the theory that you need for building your wheeled robot and which will give you an understanding of the differences between studying electronic and electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computing at university. The course will suit you if you are interested in learning more about the disciplines of electronic and electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computing at Leeds University.
What do I need to be suitable?
If you would like to apply to the Headstart course at Leeds you will need to be studying Maths and a science subject, or Maths and Design & Technology.
Studying at the University of Leeds
The University is on a single site a stone’s throw away from Leeds city centre. By 2015 the University will have spent £157m on improving the buildings and facilities for its students and on campus you will find brand new buildings and state-of-the-art facilities alongside impressive older landmark buildings. The University is home to one of the UK’s top engineering faculties including a new £12.5m building to house energy research, itself a showcase for energy efficiency and low carbon emissions, and a recently completed £2.1m building dedicated to Medical Engineering.
Everything you are likely to need is on campus. We have impressive student accommodation in a safe environment and our new £12m gym and pool, The Edge, has more fitness facilities than any other UK university.
We have a strong sense of community amongst our students and our award-winning students' union is one of the largest in the country and has over 300 clubs and societies to choose from.
The University is a ten minute walk away from the lively and bustling Leeds city centre. Leeds is the 'capital' of the Yorkshire and Humber region and a renowned centre for shopping, arts, sport, leisure, entertainment and nightlife.
Course code: LEE/310
Course dates: Sunday, 23 June 2013 at 17.00 hrs - Thursday, 27 June 2013 at 14.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
University of Leicester - Physics
PHENOMENAL PHYSICS!
"I enjoyed the course very much. It covered a wide range of topics within and surrounding Physics. The grapevine session was especially fun and inspiring, and it gave me more ideas about career options I hadn't previously considered."
Physics has a vital part to play in our future. The quests for the ultimate constituents of matter, to understand the origin of the Universe, the nature of dark matter, the existence of life on other worlds, are all part of our culture. The contribution to develop clean energy, biotechnology, electronic communications and data storage is vital for progress to a more equitable world. Modern Physics has links with space science, the biosciences, the environment, and even with the financial world, all of which will be important in addressing problems at the interface between society and technology.
What’s it all about?
The aim of the Headstart Physics course is to introduce students to the range of roles that physics can play in contemporary society from the purest of fundamental research to current cutting edge approaches to technology and to its links with other disciplines.
What will I be doing?
• Experience expert lectures
• Meet current undergraduates
• Take part in workshops and laboratory sessions
• Attend specially arranged visits to local industries
• Explore the various student facilities at Leicester
Would this course suit me?
This course will suit you if you are interested in any aspects of physics and maths such as mechanics or astronomy. There will also be an introduction to cutting edge research in subjects such as nanoscience.
Course code: LEP/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 14.00 hrs - Friday, 5 July 2013 at 14.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 21, 2013
University of Leicester - Natural Sciences
EXPLORE THE LINKS AND CONNECTIONS BETWEEN SCIENCE SUBJECTS
"I found that this was a very helpful week and it was also thoroughly enjoyable. I would definitely recommend it to others considering science."
In the 21st century more and more scientific problems fall across traditional disciplinary boundaries. The future will need specialists, but it will also need scientists and policy makers trained to look beyond their own fields.
What’s it all about?
The aim of the Headstart Natural Sciences course is to introduce students to the University of Leicester’s Natural Sciences Plus programmes. These go further than other combined science degrees by integrating the various science strands in purpose designed modules with an emphasis on relevant, real world contexts.
What will I be doing?
• Experience expert lectures
• Meet current undergraduates
• Take part in workshops and laboratory sessions – to help solve a murder!
• Attend specially arranged visits to local industries
• Explore the various student facilities at Leicester
Would this course suit me?
This is an exciting and innovative Headstart course which looks at the complementary and integrated way that scientists can work together to address real life problems and policies. If you are interested in science, but like a wide range of subjects and want to develop this interest with a novel approach then this course could be for you. It is also an enjoyable way to explore university level study of single science disciplines to help you make your degree choices.
Course code: LES/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 14.00hrs - Friday, 5 July 2013 at 14.30hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Liverpool - Aeronautics and Aerospace
FLY HIGH WITH LIVERPOOL AEROSPACE!
"I thought the course was amazing, I really enjoyed my week with Headstart especially tasks such as glider building. Flying the helicopter simulator was amazing."
What’s it all about?
Headstart at Liverpool is organised around the multi-disciplinary theme of aerospace engineering and is led by the Flight Science Group. This group is currently working with industry and the civil and military authorities on a variety of projects including the European tilt rotor aircraft, CFD aerodynamics and display systems for flight in poor visibility.
What will I be doing?
• Work in teams solving specific aerospace problems faced by pilots
• Use CAD and other computing facilities
• Fly the Bibby Flight Simulator in fixed wing, helicopter or tilt rotor mode
• Meet current undergraduates and engineers
• Attend specially arranged visits to local industries
• Explore the various student facilities at Liverpool
Would this course suit me?
This course will suit you if you are interested in the following subjects and have a strong maths background:
• Airframe structures and materials
• Avionics
• Flight technologies and aerodynamics
• Design and manufacturing issues for aircraft
• Aerospace and aeronautical engineering
What do I need to be suitable?
If you want to find out about the technical aspects of flight and flying and how pilots and engineers work together to improve civil and military aircraft then this course comes highly recommended. Liverpool University is located in the centre of the city.
Headstart at Liverpool also offers 'Dragonfly', an exciting module for younger girls, mentored by female Year 12 Headstart students who stay over to help run the day on Friday, 12 July 2013. If you would like to help mentor on this day please write this into your personal statement when you apply for your Headstart course.
Course code: LIV/310
Course dates: Sunday, 7 July 2013 at 17.00 hrs - Thursday, 11 July 2013 at 12.30 hrs (4 nights residential)
http://www.liv.ac.uk/engfac/resources/headstart.htm
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Loughborough University
ENGINEERING, ENGINEERING, ENGINEERING!
"I enjoyed the course and found out more engineering options than before. I now have a fairly clearer perspective of what courses I would like to take as well as the environment of university life"
What’s it all about?
This Headstart broad based course at Loughborough comprises a blend of lectures, visits to engineering departments and a design project to demonstrate the broad range of engineering disciplines available to students.
What will I be doing?
• Get involved with hands on team competitions/projects
• Meet current undergraduates and engineers
• Attend specially arranged visits to local industries
• Explore the various student facilities at Loughborough
• Participate in lectures
Would this course suit me?
This is a popular and well-established Headstart course giving an opportunity to sample the broad range of engineering disciplines taught at Loughborough University. This modern, attractive campus is close to the town of Loughborough and the large student population makes studying at this university, with its strong sporting tradition, a very special experience.
This course will suit you if you are interested in any of the following subjects:
• Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil and Building Engineering
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
Course code: LOU/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 12.30 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 12.30 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Loughborough University - Systems
EXPLORE AN INNOVATIVE AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACH WITH SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
"Fantastic experience demonstrating what university life will be like. It was all great. The evening entertainment was especially fun, and the project work was interesting."
Systems Engineering is a relatively new and very exciting field, quite different in its approach from conventional engineering disciplines.
What do we mean by ‘Systems'? Systems are collections of parts brought together in a particular way to achieve a specific purpose: so just about anything we produce can be thought of as a system, including a telephone call centre, a mobile phone network, a jet fighter, a car, etc.
What’s it all about?
As a Systems Engineer you manage and implement complex, inter-disciplinary projects through all their phases including specification, design, development and maintenance. To do this effectively you develop in-depth knowledge across a wide range of subjects along with the ability to analyse a problem, organise work on solutions into manageable components and reintegrate these sub-systems into an efficient and effective whole. It is this special study of the interaction of sub-systems that sets Systems Engineers apart and explains why they are in such demand.
What will I be doing?
• Get involved with hands on team competitions / projects exploring technical and commercial challenges
• Meet real Systems Engineers
• Work with current undergraduates
• Explore the various student facilities at Loughborough
• Get a taste of how you could help shape the future of science and engineering.
Would this course suit me?
This offers a novel approach to project engineering and is ideally suited to those with technical abilities who are good at “thinking outside the box”. It is especially suited to those who are taking maths and physics A-Levels with a less typical additional qualification such as a language, arts or other subjects. This course will fire your imagination if you enjoy solving problems using all your skills and those of your team mates. Lateral thinkers and problem solvers should apply!
Course code: LUX/310
Course dates: Monday, 8 July 2013 at 11.00 hrs - Thursday, 11 July 2013 at 14.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Manchester
MARVELLOUS ENGINEERING AT MANCHESTER
"One of the most amazing weeks of my life, thoroughly enjoyed it and really opened my mind to the possibilities in engineering."
What’s it all about?
Students experience a real taste of life as an undergraduate at the University of Manchester. This course involves lectures, laboratory based project sessions and problem solving activities. Students will get an opportunity to stay in University Halls of Residence and find out about student life on a vibrant city campus.
What will I be doing?
• Meeting lecturers, technical and support staff, and current students across engineering subjects
• Experience life as an undergraduate student living and working in Manchester
• Finding out about the different types of engineering that are available to you, and developing transferable skills and knowledge
• Working as part of a team on practical projects, recent projects have included:
• Design, build and test of insulators in the High Voltage laboratory
• Construction of a small bore pipeline
• Understanding the science of flight and construction of a simple aircraft from a single geometric wing
shape
• Design, construction and testing of a beam
• Getting careers advise for prospective Engineers and the opportunity to meet Engineers working in industry
• Meeting new like minded peers from across the country also interested in studying engineering
• Living in halls of residence and taking part in social activities
Would this course suit me?
This is a popular and well-established course at a major, research led university located in the centre of Manchester, the cosmopolitan capital of the North. If you are interested in any of the following subjects this course is for you:
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Materials Engineering
Headstart at Manchester also offers 'Dragonfly', an exciting module for younger girls, mentored by female Year 12 Headstart students who stay over to help run the day on Friday, 5th July 2013. If you would like to help mentor on this day please write this into your personal statement when you apply for your Headstart course.
Course code: MAN/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 11.00 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 14.30 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Newcastle University
ENGINEERING, BUT WHICH PATH TO FOLLOW?
"I found the course to be very enjoyable and a worthwhile use of my time. It helped me to confirm my decision for a degree choice."
Headstart at Newcastle is for those who are undecided about engineering as a degree or career option. You may be interested in an engineering degree but not quite sure about what kind. A comprehensive range of disciplines is covered to help you make an informed decision.
What’s it all about?
The course will begin to develop key engineering skills such as teamwork and problem solving to help you perform to the best of your ability at university. The course is designed to help make sure you know where you want to go, and to prepare you for getting there.
What will I be doing?
• Lectures, discussion and debate
• Laboratory and practical sessions
• Skills development sessions including team-working and communication
• Advice, guidance and careers sessions
Would this course suit me?
The Newcastle course gives you a flavour of a number of engineering disciplines and an opportunity to sample University life at a highly-regarded North East institution. If you are interested in any of the following subjects this course is for you:
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture
Course code: NCL/310
Course dates: Sunday, 23 June 2013 at 16.00 hrs - Thursday, 27 June 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Newcastle University - Chemistry
ARE ELEMENTS OF CHEMISTRY FOR YOU?
"I enjoyed the course very much and found the course interesting and useful, giving me a good insight into studying chemistry at university"
Chemistry is the central science which overlaps significantly with both Biology and Physics. Study of Chemistry is thus essential to our understanding of the modern world we live in from polymers and other modern materials to medicines which alleviate suffering or even offer cures for diseases such as cancer.
What’s it all about?
This Headstart Chemistry course, hosted by the School of Chemistry at Newcastle University, will enable participants to experience practical laboratory activities covering the three main branches of the discipline – organic, inorganic and physical chemistry, whilst also gaining an awareness of the range of undergraduate chemistry courses available and an insight into potential career opportunities for chemistry graduates – some obvious, whilst others are perhaps a little more surprising!
What will I be doing?
• Practical work based in our recently opened Chemistry Outreach Laboratory
• Attend lectures covering a range of chemistry-related topics
• Visit local industries
• Meet current students, both undergrad’s and post grad’s
• Experience life as a first year Undergraduate at Newcastle
• Enjoy a full programme of evening social events
Would this course suit me?
If you are enjoying chemistry at A-Level why not explore what it is like as a degree subject. If you are interested in any of the following subjects then this course is for you:
• Organic Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
Course code: NCH/310
Course dates: Sunday, 23 June 2013 at 16.00 hrs - Thursday, 27 June 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
http://www.ncl.ac.uk/chemistry/outreach/activities/headstart
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Newcastle University - Geographic Information Systems
FOCUS ON GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
The way we travel, shop, plan journeys, even meet up with friends and family is changing, and behind it all is the power of Geographic Information. Maps on sat-navs, smart phones, tablets, and the internet are great examples of Geographic Information Science in action. This course is your chance to explore what a fast-moving area of technology this is.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are a combination of hardware, software and data that allow us to map, analyse, visualise and understand the world around us. Being able to do this is becoming more and more important to a wide range of people: businesses, governments, major construction projects, environmental managers, researchers, and even financial organisations are all using GIS to improve their work by identifying trends, patterns and relationships between different locations.
What's it all about?
This course, hosted by the School of Civil Engineering and Geosciences at Newcastle University, will allow you to explore GIS in a practical and project-based way. You will explore some of the many ways GIS is used in many different orgainsations, and will discover a whole area of degrees and careers that you are unlikely to have come across before.
What will I be doing?
• Outdoor practical work with GPS and surveying equipment
• Computer-based practical work to manage and analyse geographic information
• Working with cutting edge technology including satellite imagery, aerial photography, digital map data and handheld mapping devices
• Exploring what life at University might be like
• Discovering a whole range of degrees and careers that you are unlikely to have thought of before
Would this course suit me?
If you have ever wondered how Google Earth works, or how Ordnance Survey makes maps, then this course is for you. One of the great things about GIS is that it draws on many different subjects and experiences: maths, geography, the outdoors, the environment, ICT ... If you are interested in any of these things, this course will change the way you see them.
Students should be studying A Level Maths. One of Geography, ICT, or Physics would be preferable but not essential.
Course code: NSS/310
Course dates: Sunday, 23 June 2013 at 16.00 hrs - Thursday, 27 June 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Newcastle University - Science and Sustainability
FOCUS ON SCIENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability is a hot topic. How do we provide Enough, For All, Forever? Returning society to within sustainable limits will require a global collective effort, underpinned by scientific understanding of the functioning of coupled human and natural systems.
What’s it all about?
This Headstart Science & Sustainability course, hosted by the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering at Newcastle University, will enable participants to explore how cutting edge science is exploring the issue of sustainability. The course contains a good mix of practical laboratory activities, lectures and discussion which cut across a number of disciplines including Biology, Chemistry, Statistics and Environmental Science. Participants also gain an awareness of the range of undergraduate courses available at Newcastle and an insight into potential career opportunities for science & maths graduates.
What will I be doing?
• Practical and field work
• Attend lectures, debates and discussion groups
• Visit local industries
• Meet current students, both undergrad’s and post grad’s
• Experience life as a first year Undergraduate at Newcastle
• Enjoy a full programme of evening social events
Would this course suit me?
If you are taking biology and another science, maths or geography related subject at A-level, and have an interest in environment and sustainability, come and explore this societal challenge that cuts across so many academic disciplines.
Course code: NSC/310
Course dates: Sunday, 23 June 2013 at 16.00 hrs - Thursday, 27 June 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Oxford
ENGINEERING OPTIONS AT OXFORD
"It was a fantastic week, really opened my eyes to the entire world of engineering."
What’s it all about?
Headstart at Oxford provides the opportunity to try out undergraduate life with lectures, experimental work and projects in the University's Engineering Science Department. You will also experience social life based at an Oxford college.
What will I be doing?
Some exciting, hands-on activities and visits which may include:
• Stay in one of Oxford University’s Colleges
• Attend lectures covering a range of engineering topics
• Visit local industries
• Participate in a design and build competition
• Experience life as a first year Undergraduate at Oxford
Would this course suit me?
If you are interested in any of the following subjects this course is for you:
• Civil engineering: design, build and testing of a structure
• Fluid mechanics: see interesting things happen when water flows at high speed
• Properties of modern materials
• Electronics: build and test an electronic circuit
• Optoelectronics: understand how signals travel down an optical fibre
• Robotics: learn to write a control program for a robot
http://www.eng.ox.ac.uk/public-relations/media/literature/Newsletter-2012-2013.pdf
What do I need to be suitable?
Oxford is a prestigious and internally renowned research led historical university. Entry to degree programmes is very competitive and requires the highest academic level of attainment and this is reflected in the number of applications received for this Headstart course.
Headstart at Oxford also offers 'Dragonfly', an exciting module for younger girls, mentored by female Year 12 Headstart students who stay over to help run the day on Friday, 5th July 2013. If you would like to help mentor on this day please write this into your personal statement when you apply for your Headstart course.
Course code: OXF/350
Course dates: Sunday, 30 June 2013 at 17.00 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Oxford - Materials
FOCUS ON MATERIALS
This course at the University of Oxford aims to give an insight into Materials Science, or Materials Engineering as it is also known.
What’s it all about?
Materials Science is a vast interdisciplinary subject, which frequently unites researchers from different physical and engineering sciences but can also involve the Life and Medical Sciences. Essentially, Materials Scientists bring together and utilise the science developed by physicists, chemists and engineers, making it possible to improve and develop new materials for everything we use in our lives, from prosthetics to buildings, from transport to communications, from sport to defence.
What will I be doing?
Some exciting, hands-on activities and visits, which will include:
• Stay in one of Oxford University’s Colleges
• Attend lectures covering a range of Materials topics
• Tackle a range of problems often presented to our undergraduates
• Participate in laboratory sessions aimed not only at giving a general idea about Materials Science, but also conduct experiments similar to those performed by undergraduates
• Visit one of the UK's major centres of research, where scientists from across the world use nuclear fusion, neutron beam or synchrotron light source to carry out experiments of international importance
• Participate in a group-based competitive project aimed at simulating the commercial aspects of scientific research
Would this course suit me?
If you are interested in any of the following areas, and others, then this course is for you:
• Aeronautical – designing materials for aerospace uses, e.g. jet engine turbine blades
• Biomedical – can we make a bone analogue material to coat metal implants and one day produce replacement organs for transplant?
• Ceramics – superconducting materials and body armour
• Electron Microscopy – using and developing a range of techniques to better understand the structure and properties of materials, e.g. scanning EM, transmission EM
• Entrepreneurship – how scientists become businessmen to market their own discoveries
• Nano Technology – engineering at the atomic level
• Polymers – applications of conductive polymers to produce cheap polymer photovoltaic cells.
What do I need to be suitable?
A good understanding of maths, physics and chemistry will enable you to appreciate all aspects of materials science. In addition, entry to degree programmes at Oxford University is highly competitive and requires a very strong academic track record and this is reflected in applications to this Headstart course.
Course code: OXM/350
Course dates: Monday, 17 June 2013 at 14.00 hrs - Friday, 21 June 2013 at 16.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Plymouth
ENGINEERING BY THE SEA!
"I have found that my week here has been very inspirational and has answered many of the questions that I needed to help me decide what to do with my future. I would recommend the programme to anyone."
What’s it all about?
The aim of Headstart at Plymouth is to show that engineering is fun, challenging and creative and can lead to interesting and rewarding careers.
What will I be doing?
Some exciting, hands-on activities and visits which include:
• Designing and testing a wave energy device
• Playing robot football with internationally successful robots
• Getting hands-on with practical aspects of mechanical engineering
• Visiting local companies to see how engineering is put into practice
Would this course suit me?
If you are interested in any of the following subjects this course is for you:
• Civil, Coastal and Structural Engineering
• Mechanical, Marine and Materials Engineering
• Electronic Engineering
• Robotics and Computing
• Mathematics and Statistics
Plymouth is a modern, well equipped campus university within walking distance of both the city centre and the coast. Plymouth University also has a strong and enthusiastic network for women in engineering and girls can learn more about this supportive environment during the Headstart programme.
Course code: PLY/310
Course dates: Sunday, 7 July 2013 at 17.00 hrs - Thursday, 11 July 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
Royal Holloway University of London - Maths
DISCOVER MATHS AT UNIVERSITY
"Very enjoyable and interesting meeting similar minded people. Talks very helpful and gave a good insight into the modules available at University. Wish it had been longer."
This “Focus on Maths” course will introduce you to many of the areas of pure mathematics (and its applications) that you can study at university.
What’s it all about?
You will experience short lecture courses that build on the pure maths covered at school, and take you far beyond to whet your appetite for further study. There will be a particular focus on three areas: combinatorics, cryptography, and game theory.
What will I be doing?
• Participate in short lecture courses that build on pure maths covered at school
• Attend specially arranged visits to Thorpe Park (maths of queing) and Bletchley Park (code breaking)
• Meeting and mix with students currently studying in our Maths department
• Improve your knowledge and understanding of maths
• Experience life at Royal Holloway University of London
Would this course suit me?
If you enjoy maths and want to explore this subject as a possible degree subject then this course is for you. Royal Holloway is part of the University of London, some way out of central London in an attractive leafy suburban area. The relatively small size of the university gives a friendly and manageable feel to this course. Subjects that will be covered during Headstart will include:
• Code breaking
• Pure mathematics
• Applications of maths
• Combinatorics
• Cryptography
• Game theory
Course code: RHM/310
Course dates: Tuesday, 25 June 2013 at 11.00 hrs - Friday, 28 June 2013 at 16.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Salford
INSIGHT INTO ENGINEERING
"I have really enjoyed the week and realised what an opportunity there is for women in engineering! I enjoyed getting to hear other girls feelings about university plans and courses. The course definitely gave me a good insight into engineering at uni and possible jobs after"
This Headstart course is led by Professor Takruri-Rizk with great commitment and enthusiasm; she was recently awarded an MBE for her services to Women in Engineering. Headstart’s Insight at Salford involves team exercises and a one day project, as well as visits to industry.
What’s it all about?
This course provides a valuable introduction to engineering and science and life on campus, but it is not all work: you will make new friends at the social events - such as attending the theatre, a tour of Concord and the formal course dinner with an after-dinner speaker from industry.
What will I be doing?
• Working in teams to design and build projects
• Going on specially arranged visits to local industries
• Participating in group presentations
• Listening to talks from practising women engineers and scientists, admissions tutors and careers advisors
• Meeting and working with real engineers
• Improving your knowledge and understanding of engineering
• Experiencing life on campus at the University of Salford
Have a look here to see a practical session from the course: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztMcGXg0aGc
Would this course suit me?
If you would like the opportunity to explore whether engineering is the right degree course for you in a friendly and supportive environment then this course will suit any girls interested in any of the following subjects:
• Biomedical engineering
• Acoustics
• Aeronautical engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Electronics engineering
• Civil engineering
• Computing
Headstart at Salford also offers 'Dragonfly', an exciting module for younger girls, mentored by female Year 12 Headstart students who stay over to help run the day on Friday, 5th July 2013. If you would like to help mentor on this day please write this into your personal statement when you apply for your Headstart course.
Course code: SAL/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 10.30 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 15.30 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Sheffield
THE CUTTING EDGE OF ENGINEERING
"Very enjoyable and informative. A useful experience that has helped me towards choosing the right STEM course."
Do you enjoy Maths and Science? Think you might enjoy a career in Engineering? Not sure which field interests you most? Want to experience life at university? If the answer to any of these questions is 'Yes' then you should think about attending Headstart at the University of Sheffield.
What’s it all about?
During your four days at Sheffield you will carry out exciting, interesting and challenging activities associated with all the major engineering disciplines.
What will I be doing?
Practical projects and investigations will include:
• Design and building a waterslide for Rother Valley Country Park
• Make and fly your own gliders
• Engineering your own dessert
• And much more ... see pictures below from the 2012 course
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.471934322817395.111596.463841480293346&type=1
Gain an insight into all aspects of university life:
• Live in a university hall of residence during the course
• Meet current undergraduates and discuss engineering with them
• Talk to academic staff and meet graduates who are now working in industry
• Relax in the evenings by taking part in social activities including bowling, sports, outdoor pursuits and a barbeque
Would this course suit me?
The University of Sheffield has been named University of the Year for our vision, our values and our determination to stand by what we belive in. This is a university where world class and down to earth go hand-in-hand. Come and experience our academic community and special city.
This course will suit you if you are interested in any of the following subjects:
• Aerospace Engineering
• Automatic Control and Systems Engineering
• Bioengineering
• Chemical and Biological Engineering
• Civil and Structural Engineering
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
Course code: SHE/310
Course dates: Sunday, 14 July 2013 at 12.00 hrs - Thursday, 18 July at 12.15 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Sheffield - Computer Science
COMPUTER SCIENCE
In this exciting course at the University of Sheffield, you will gain practical experience of modern software engineering techniques, by working in a team to design and build a social media application for an industrial client. You will also gain hands-on experience of robotics, virtual reality technology and iPhone app development.
What’s it all about?
This is an opportunity to experience life as a student in our friendly Department of Computer Science. You will be mentored by students from Genesys Solutions, the only student-run software company in the UK, and will have ample opportunity to talk informally with staff. In the evenings, you will take part in a range of social activities and stay in university halls. Sheffield is close to the Peak District National Park, so you will experience the great outdoors as well as the vibrant city.
Would this course suit me?
You will work in a team on an exhilarating, contemporary-themed software development project, which will develop a social media application for exchanging comments about sporting events. State-of-the-art machine learning techniques will be used to analyse messages posted on twitter, and you will develop a novel way of visualising the messages based on their content. During the course you will learn about a wide range of topics including:
• Programming using the Java language
• Agile development, pair-programming, prototyping and testing
• Machine learning, particularly mathematical techniques for classifying data
• Machine understanding of written text
• Computer graphics and user interface design
• Integration with web services such as twitter
At the end of the course, your team will present its project and receive feedback from a panel of industry experts and academics. There will be plenty of variety, too – you will also attend taster sessions covering topics in robotics, iPhone development and virtual reality.
What do I need to be suitable?
This course will suit you if you are considering a career in computer science, software engineering or artificial intelligence. You will be interested both in the practical aspects of implementing software, and in the mathematical foundations of how computer algorithms work. You will also be a good team player.
Course code: SHC/310
Course dates: Sunday, 14 July 2013 at 10.30 hrs – Thursday, 18 July 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Sheffield Hallam University - Sports Engineering
INTERESTED IN OSCAR PISTORIUS' BLADES - WHY ARE THEY NOT FAST ENOUGH?
What’s it all about?
The Headstart course at Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) provides a hands-on learning experience around the subject of Sports Engineering and Technology. The course will have a particular focus on sports equipment, investigating the design and development of sports equipment and the research techniques used to characterise performance. A special feature of the course will be a chance to test and evaluate your own components, comparing your design against existing products.
What will I be doing?
• Hands on projects e.g. design and build a proof of concept prototype of your own sports component
• End of project competition - demonstrate the benefits of your design against those of your fellow students
• Listen to talks from world leading sports engineers and researchers
• Watch demonstrations of engineering equipment typically used by sports engineers
• Visit local sports equipment manufacturers
• Meet undergraduate and postgraduate students currently studying sports engineering and technology
• Experiencing life on campus at SHU
• Participate in a full programme of entertaining evening activities
Would this course suit me?
By exploring the design and structure of sports equipment and the challenges facing the commercial products you will get a great introduction to a range of engineering disciplines, their applications and what it would be like to study them at university. SHU is a modern university in the vibrant and student friendly city of Sheffield. The University is a world leader in this field and Sheffield offers access to a great variety of sports, from athletics at the English Institute of Sport to climbing and cycling in the Peak District National Park.
Topics that will be covered include:
• Aerodynamics of equipment and athletes
• Design of sports equipment
• Testing of sports equipment
• Advanced materials
• Mechanical Engineering, with sporting applications
Course code: SHH/310
Course dates: Monday, 15 July 2013 at 11:00 hrs - Friday, 19 July 2013 at 14:00 hrs (4 nights residential)
For further information on Sports Engineering and Technology we recommend you visit our blog, http://engineeringsport.co.uk/
University of Southampton - Geology and Geophysics
Does Geology rock?
Did you become enthralled with Journey from the Centre of the Earth? Do you want to know why volcanoes and tsunamis happen? Discover the wonders of geology with the University of Southampton’s crack team of geoscientists – learning not only about geology on land and at sea but about how the techniques of marine geology are used in marine archaeology.
What’s it all about?
The University of Southampton’s School of Ocean and Earth Science will host a Headstart course for 30 students who want to consider studying Geology and Geophysics. Students will be staying in halls close to the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton and working from the centre on a daily basis. NOCS is based at a purpose-built waterside campus in Southampton.
What will I be doing?
The format will be in the form of a field course, with one day involving data collection from the teaching and research vessel Callista and one day on a land geology investigation. You will work in teams of 7 or 8 and develop a themed study of an aspect of the geological environment of the region. The other days will be involved in planning and post collection data and sample processing, both in the geology lab and in the computer suite.
On the final afternoon each team will present their findings in a series of presentations which family and friends are welcome to attend.
Would this course suit me?
Students should be aiming to study at least two subjects from Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science or Geography at A2 level for this course.
Course code: SGG/310
Course dates: Sunday, 14 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs - Thursday 18 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
University of Southampton - Marine Engineering and Nautical Science
MARINE ENGINEERING AND NAUTICAL SCIENCE
"I found the course interesting, engaging and fun and it gave me a great taste of university life"
Would you like to:
• Discover how to make a structure strong enough to survive the harsh marine environment?
• Carry out experiments in a towing tank to discover what it takes to power a ship?
• Find out what it takes to design a marine propeller?
......Then this is the course for you!
What’s it all about?
During this course at The University of Southampton, you will learn the basic principles of designing ships, yachts and marine structures in order to understand how the worlds oceans can be exploited to harness environmentally safe energy, all under the guidance of expert staff and students in Ship Science at the School of Engineering Sciences.
What will I be doing?
• Get involved with hands on team design and build projects
• Listen to talks, lectures and seminars from graduates in Ship Science, research and the marine industry
• Learn about the wealth of subjects and careers to be gained in the marine world, from designing autonomous robot submarines to marine environmental energy extraction to advanced racing yacht design
• Experience life on campus at the University of Southampton
• Meet current Engineering students
Would this course suit me?
The University of Southampton takes full advantage of its location on the south coast and has a leading department of Ship Science. This course will suit you if you are interested in technical subjects and engineering, with a good background in maths and want to see how they can be applied to the demanding environment of ships and the sea. There is a varied and rewarding range of careers in this field so if you want to consider Ship Science, Marine Engineering or Nautical Science/Engineering for your future then this course could be right for you.
Course code: SMA/310
Course dates: Sunday, 14 July 2013 at 16.00 hrs - Thursday, 18 July 2013 at 14.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Southampton - Oceanography & Marine Biology
DISCOVER THE UNKNOWN
Have you enjoyed Blue Planet and more recently Frozen Planet? Did you become enthralled with Journey from the Centre of the Earth? Learn what it is like to be an Oceanographer or Marine Biologist exploring our hidden planet along side some of the world’s top marine scientists in our Oceanography Course.
What’s it all about?
The University of Southampton’s School of Ocean and Earth Science will host a Headstart course for 30 students who want to consider studying Marine Biology and Oceanography. Students will be staying in halls close to the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton and working from the centre on a daily basis. NOCS is based at a purpose-built waterside campus in Southampton
What will I be doing?
The format will be in the form of a field course, with samples taken from Southampton Water and the Solent using our teaching and research vessel Callista. You will work in teams of 7 or 8 and develop a themed study of an aspect of the marine environment of the region, spending two of your 4 days at sea. The other days will be involved in planning and post cruise data processing, both in the biology lab and in the computer suite.
On the final afternoon each team will present their findings in a series of presentations which family and friends are welcome to attend.
Would this course suit me?
Students should be aiming to study at least two subjects from Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science or Geography at A2 level for this course.
Course code: SMB/310
Course dates: Sunday, 14 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs - Thursday, 18 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
University of Strathclyde
ENGINEERING IN SCOTLAND
"I thoroughly enjoyed the course at Strathclyde University. It has really helped to open my eyes to all the career possibilities in engineering. It has helped me to realise what I really want to do with my life and has made me more motivated and determined to achieve those goals. I would not change anything on the course and would definitely recommend it to my friends."
What’s it all about?
Headstart at Strathclyde offers a challenging and action-packed programme with a range of activities run by five of the University's eight engineering departments. The course focuses on project-based activities across a wide range of Engineering areas with an emphasis on hands-on problem-solving in teams.
What will I be doing?
You will:
• Get involved with practical team-based projects and competitions
• Have the opportunity to visit two of the eight departments in the Faculty of Engineering to find out more about the different disciplines on offer to undergraduate students and what you can expect if you choose to study an engineering degree
• Receive talks from practising engineers
• Attend specially arranged visits to local industries
• Experience student life at the University of Strathclyde
• Meet current Engineering students and recent graduates and live in the University's student village in the centre of Glasgow - Scotland's largest city
Would this course suit me?
Strathclyde has the largest Faculty of Engineering in Scotland which is also one of the largest in the UK. All the undergraduate courses offered in the eight departments are fully accredited by the relevant professional engineering institutions. If you want to find out more about what it is like to study engineering at University and about the large variety of degree options on offer, then this course will suit you. The Headstart course is very well organised and structured to give you hands on experience of a broad range of engineering topics to see which will be right for you. These may include:
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management
• Chemical Engineering
• Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
Please note: The campus location is hilly and so may not be suitable for people with mobilty issues.
Course code: STR/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 10.00 hrs - Friday, 5 July 2013 at 13.00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Surrey
DECIDE WHAT SORT OF ENGINEER YOU WANT TO BE
"Great week, learnt so much, it was really enjoyable. Headstart has given me an insight into the various aspects of engineering"
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Headstart at Surrey involves activities in a huge range of different disciplines of engineering, so it provides a fantastic opportunity for you to try them out and will help you decide which one is for you!
What’s it all about?
The course aims, through lectures, simulations and hands-on activities in most areas, to allow you to discover what engineering is all about and to find out what a rewarding career it offers.
What will I be doing?
• Spend half a day in each of the main areas - in laboratories, on design or on projects as well as topical lectures
• Visit a local company or industrial research laboratory
• Explore an up-to-the-minute research topic and then give a presentation on it
• Meet staff and former students to get inside information and find out about their experiences
• Taste student life at Surrey – both at work and leisure
Would this course suit me?
This very popular and well established course at the University of Surrey is an excellent general engineering course and ideal if you are still considering which discipline is for you. Surrey is a campus based university in Guildford with a large and well regarded engineering department with world class research and varied degree modules including Formula Student (racing car). If you are interested in any of the following subjects then this course is for you:
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electronic Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Satellite and Aerospace engineering
Headstart at Surrey also offers 'Dragonfly', an exciting module for younger girls, mentored by female Year 12 Headstart students who stay over to help run the day on Friday, 12th July 2013. If you would like to help mentor on this day please write this into your personal statement when you apply for your Headstart course.
Course code: SUR/310
Course dates: Monday, 8 July 2013 at 10.00 hrs - Thursday, 11 July 2013 at 18.30 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University College London
BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERS MAKE DRUGS!
"I really enjoyed the course, everyone was very welcoming and friendly and the content was very interesting"
New antibiotics to overcome superbugs; next generation vaccines for AIDS; tissue repair to deal with accidents in fast moving lives; antibodies for cancer therapy - these are just some of the new medicines in the discovery pipeline and they are manufactured and produced by biochemical engineers.
What’s it all about?
How will the challenge of making these new medicines be met, in a safe and reliable fashion at affordable prices?
Headstart at University College London will explore this challenge and the key role played by Biochemical Engineers.
What will I be doing?
• Teams will work together to investigate the issues which will face the biochemical engineer of the future, such as:
• How can new medicines be produced economically at full scale?
• What routes should be explored to develop new vaccines?
• What are the challenges behind effective tissue engineering?
• Social events organised by the Biochemical Engineering Students' Society
• Meet faculty tutors and alumni to discuss the life of Biochemical Engineers, their degree course, and career opportunities
• Have a guided tour round the fascinating Wellcome Institute
• Experience life as a first year student at UCL
Would this course suit me?
University College London is a prestigious research led establishment located right in the heart of the capital. If you want to explore student life in central London and look at a branch of engineering with excellent career prospects then this course will suit you.
What do I need to be suitable?
Maths or Physics at A Level as well as Chemistry or Biology at A Level
Course code: UCL/310
Course dates: Monday, 1 July 2013 at 11.00 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 16.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/biochemeng
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of Warwick
EXPLORE THE DISCIPLINES OF ENGINEERING
"Absolutely superb; helpful, informative and highly enjoyable."
Headstart at Warwick is an opportunity to explore a range of engineering disciplines via lectures, hands on individual and team-based practical projects to give you a real taste of academic undergraduate life. Your stay in one of our halls of residence will ensure you also experience student life at one of the UK's top Universities.
What’s it all about?
Warwick is a modern self-contained, campus-based university on the outskirts of Coventry. You will take part in lectures and practical activities to give you a chance to meet our academic members of staff and postgraduate students. You will stay in one of Warwick's halls of residence with five of our 2013 MEng or BEng graduating students. Their role is to be there 24-7 to support you and tell you what life as an undergraduate engineer is really like.
What will I be doing?
Activities to find out about engineering include:
• Half day sessions to learn about the different types of engineering. Each laboratory session will start with a little bit of theory in a similar style to an undergraduate engineering lecture. You will then take part in a practical laboratory session to apply this theory. Some laboratories involve individual work and some involve team-based activities. To learn about civil engineering you will work in teams to see who can design, make and test the strongest model dam. To learn more about mechanical engineering and aerodynamics you will help launch a rocket and to experience electronic engineering you will build your own electronic dice.
• A chance to meet engineers working in both industry and research to learn more about career opportunities
• A presentation and discussion about higher education options and the applications process
Activities to find out about student life include:
• Just living in student halls of residence with our recent graduates will help to introduce you to student life
• You will also take part in a sports evening to show you some of the facilities available at a typical university
Would this course suit me?
Warwick University is invariably listed in the top 10 UK universities and has an especially strong reputation for engineering. In industry engineers work in multi-disciplinary teams to design and build complex electro-mechanical systems and civil structures. To equip our graduates to work in this environment all students study the same first year to build the foundations common to all engineering disciplines and to learn how to communicate effectively with other technical and business specialists. Hence both our Headstart and undergraduate courses are ideal for those who value taking a broad, multi-disciplinary approach before specialising and our courses are also ideal for those who are still deciding what type of engineering is right for them. Warwick offers courses in the following disciplines and will suit you if you are interested:
• Automotive engineering
• Civil engineering
• Electronic engineering
• General engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Manufacturing engineering
• Systems engineering
Course code: WAR/310
Course dates: Monday, 8 July 2013 at 11.00 hrs - Thursday, 11th July 2013 at 13.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of the West of England - Civil Engineering
INTERESTED IN CIVIL ENGINEERING?
The university of the West of England is situated on the North Fringe of Bristol. This area is developing rapidly, including a number of construction projects on the UWE Campus.
What’s it all about?
The Headstart course at the University of the West of England, Bristol provides a project-based learning experience around Sustainable Construction, looking at how the competing demands for transport, housing, employment and leisure can be accommodated whilst preserving agricultural land and minimising flood risks.
What will I be doing?
• Hands on Team Projects e.g. design and build a scale model of your own iconic bridge
• End of Project “Stress Test” - see how your bridge stands up to traffic over and under water!
• Listen to talks from practising engineers
• Watch demonstrations of modern software engineering tools
• Experiencing life on campus at the University of the West of England
• Participate in a full programme of entertaining evening activities
Would this course suit me?
By exploring the design of buildings and infrastructure and their location you will get a great introduction to a range of engineering disciplines, their applications and what it would be like to study them at university. UWE is a modern campus university in the vibrant and historic city of Bristol.
Topics that will be covered include:
• Civil Engineering
• Structures and materials
• Hydraulics and Hydrology
• Geology and Soil Mechanics
Course code: UCV/310
Course dates: Sunday, 30 June 2013 at 16:00 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 15:00 hrs (4 nights residential)
University of the West of England
INTERESTED IN THE BLOODHOUND SUPERSONIC CAR?
"The course was amazing! It was a great experience."
As a founder sponsor and partner in the Bloodhound Project, UWE is at the forefront of the education project, with students and staff working to support the development of the car.
What’s it all about?
The Headstart course at the University of the West of England, Bristol provides a project-based learning experience around Bloodhound, the amazing UK-led engineering initiative which aims to achieve 1000mph land speed record.
A special feature of the course will be a chance to hear firsthand about the progress on the Bloodhound project from team members and subject to availability and activities in the Bloodhound SSC project, may include a visit to the Bloodhound Technical Centre in Bristol.
What will I be doing?
• Hands on Team Projects e.g. design and build a scale model of your own high speed vehicle
• End of Project “Race Off” - race your car in simulated race conditions to achieve expected levels of performance, speed and endurance
• Listen to talks from practising engineers
• Watch demonstrations of modern software engineering tools
• Experiencing life on campus at the University of the West of England
• Participate in a full programme of entertaining evening activities
Would this course suit me?
By exploring the design and structure of the supersonic car and the challenges facing the Bloodhound team you will get a great introduction to a range of engineering disciplines, their applications and what it would be like to study them at university. UWE is a modern campus university in the vibrant and historic city of Bristol. Topics that will be covered include:
• Aerodynamics
• Structures and materials
• Propellant Systems and power
• Civil Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electronics including systems control
Course code: UWE/310
Course dates: Sunday, 30 June 2013 at 16:00 hrs - Thursday, 4 July 2013 at 15:00 hrs (4 nights residential)
Date Published: May 17, 2013
University of York - Computer Science
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
"The course gave me a very broad view of computer science and has made me even more interested to do it as a subject. The whole experience overall was incredibly fun and I would definitely do it all again given the opportunity."
This exciting Computer Science course at the University of York introduces students to both the theory and practical challenges of the subject. The course offers students the opportunity to engage with the logical thinking and problem solving skills that are key for computer scientists.
What’s it all about?
This course is intended to give students a flavour of life at York and, in particular, living on the University campus. First hand experience and advice is offered by student helpers who stay with the Headstart students in campus accommodation.
What will I be doing?
• Hands on projects - in previous years this has involved building and programming a robot using Lego and Quicksort software language
• Listen to talks from practising engineers and scientists on aspects of Computer Science and software engineering
• Attend a Q&A session with a recent Computer Science graduate
• Experience life on campus at the University of York
• Receive advice on degree courses and university applications
• Tour the University Campus and Facilities
• Participate in enjoyable evening social activities including a quiz night, bowling and a meal out in York’s historic city centre
Would this course suit me?
If you are considering Computer Science as a degree subject then this would be a very suitable course for you to explore your ideas further. No previous knowledge of programming or alternative operating systems is assumed, but you will meet lots of other Headstart students who have a strong interest in these topics. The University of York has a very modern lakeside campus on the outskirts of the historic city of York and the Department of Computer Science is based in brand-new, state-of-the-art accommodation.
Topics that may be included are:
• Robotics
• Quantum Computing
• Computer vision – for example, training computers to recognise images
• How humans interact with computers and technology
• How to ensure the safety of critical computer systems, such as cars and aeroplanes
• Programming languages
• Computation and its limits
Course code: YRK/310
Course dates: Tuesday, 9 July 2013 at 11.00 hrs - Friday, 12 July 2013 at 15.00 hrs (3 nights residential)
http://www.cs.york.ac.uk/undergraduate/headstart.htm
Date Published: May 17, 2013
