University of Manchester

University Insights Programme

This programme empowers Black heritage students by unlocking career paths through the humanities subjects.

    • 50 students
    • 2 X full day workshops available to book 3rd – 2…
    • Manchester
    • Free
  • What's involved?

    The University Insights Programme, created for Year 9 and 10 students of Black heritage, aims to showcase the powerful link between humanities studies and career success.

    In partnership with the University of Manchester, students will connect with esteemed professors, including those from the 100 Black Women Professors Now Programme, who will share their journeys and demonstrate the essential, transferable skills developed through the humanities.

    With guidance from University of Manchester student ambassadors, students will gain insights into employability and leave empowered with the confidence to pursue diverse and fulfilling career paths.

    Who's this suitable for?

    This programme is aimed at Year 9 and 10 students of Black heritage.

    Where is this delivered?

    Held at University of Manchester

    Gatsby benchmarks

    Gatsby benchmark 3

    Addressing the needs of each pupil

    Gatsby benchmark 7

    Encounters with further and higher education

    Gatsby benchmark 8

    Personal guidance

    Make an enquiry

    Step 1 - Phone our Schools Engagement Team

    Phone our Schools Engagement Team on 0207 148 0934 to check eligibility*.

    *Places are allocated on a ‘first come first served’ basis to schools in our target cohort (higher than average numbers of pupils eligible for pupil premium funding).

    Step 2 - Submit an online enquiry

    Make an online enquiry