Care Leavers. In recognition of the fact that Care Leavers require additional specific support we offer this group of students, additional financial, educational and emotional support to help them fulfil their potential. We have held the Xxxxx Xxxxxx Kitemark for the past three years in recognition of our commitment to these students. An appointed, confidential, ‘Care Leavers Co-ordinator’ provides a central point of contact which minimises any difficulties applicants might have in being fully informed about entry to higher education. Advice and guidance is offered pre- entry, during the admissions process and on admission to the university. The Student Support Services Advisor offers extra support if required and ensures students have access to the range of support services we provide. For qualifying students the University of Chichester’s package for those with a care background currently consists of: • A Care Leavers’ Bursary. • The offer of campus accommodation 365 days a year at the current rate • A named Student Advisor throughout your stay at University Widening Participation Outreach Work In addition the WP team ensures the following raises the agenda of care leavers at various local levels. • In collaboration with the local authority, taster days and on campus activities are offered to cohorts of care leavers across the region. • Working collaboratively with our target schools and colleges we ask that the school encourages at least one student from a care background to participate in each event through the LPF. • Our Widening Participation Manager sits on the board of a pan-Sussex Care Leavers Group which will sustain the current Aim higher development of work in this area. • Our Widening Participation/ Student Support teams offer a staff development session internally to raise awareness of the needs of students from a care background. Our Care Leaver Application Process The Care Leavers co-ordinator, CLC, oversees this process. Applicant • Self identifies on UCAS Form Admissions • Send letter and form to applicant requesting further information • Letter signed by CLC Applicant • Responds directly to CLC CLC • CLC obtains confirmation from relevant local authority to confirm time in care Review Panel • Considers application for extra support/provision on case by case basis CLC • Advises applicant of outcome and ensures they have all necessary paperwork and information CLC • Contacts: • Student Support to arrange additional tutor support • Finance for bursary details • Accommodation requirements CLC • Arranges for welcome message/meeting for student on arrival at university Mature Students Our current work to increase and retain the number of first degree mature students is detailed here. Mature Students Open Evening An opportunity for mature students to explore, in a one to one session with lecturers, the courses and opportunities available and how to access Higher Education. Financial advice, study skills support, academic support and admissions advice are all on offer. Mature Student Welcome Event Our Pre first semester, a dedicated Mature Student Welcome Event, is offered to support mature students returning to study or starting Higher Education for the first time. The programme of the day offers mature students practical advice and guidance on IT systems, intranet access, Learning Support Centre and an opportunity to meet other mature students helps alleviate concerns. Student support services hold a 'finance clinic' to assist with the potentially complex finance issues surrounding mature student access. Mature Student Christmas Event An informal event offered to first year mature students at the end of first semester to revisit any of the issues raised since starting to study with us. In early 2011/12 we are reviewing the anecdotal evidence from the outputs of the ‘Moving Forward’ Primary Project which has indicated a number of the parents in the target LPN areas attend the Mature Students Open Evening as a result of the aspirational work undertaken with their children. Supporting Schools and Colleges As with all successful partnerships we recognise the fact that effective inspiration and aspiration raising is a three way collaboration. Parents/carers and teachers are the key influencers in a child’s life. The WP team aims to offer support to teachers and parents through a range of focussed activities linked to the LPF. Support for Parents/Carers To complement the student experiences we have devised the following support specifically for parents/carers: • Parents’ evenings • Information, Advice and Guidance sessions • Campus visits for parents • Open Days • UCAS parent workshops • Parent/Carer student finance events This collaboration encourages dialogue around progression routes between parents/carers and their children and gives them confidence to support their child through the minefield of choices and decisions. Access Co-ordinators Forum The bi-annual Access Co-ordinators Forum hosted by the University keeps key stakeholders informed of latest developments in Higher Education with a particular focus on supporting mature learners. This event is open to all partner colleges. Support for schools and teachers The following support package for teachers will complement and assist delivery of the LPF: • A series of inset training sessions aimed at informing teachers of the range of Widening Participation initiatives on offer • Programme specific training to individuals or groups of teachers i.e. Year 7 tutor support on UP FOR IT lesson plans • E-Mentoring Support • University of Chichester website links • Annual conference for partner schools, teachers and staff involved in the widening participation agenda • Provision of relevant current Information, Advice and Guidance for your school within a changing landscape Student retention and success Continuation of the transition to HE support through the A2C programme is essential to ensure the quality of support offered through the LPF is maintained. Collaboration between the Widening Participation Team, Student Support Services, Learning and Teaching Committee and Learning and Teaching Development and Practice Group will establish ‘best practice strategies’ to provide additional support for students from LPNs. Uni Ready Day Uni Ready Days for students from our target schools will ensure ameliorated preparation pre first semester and allow first generation HE students a head start to HE study. Refreshers Week Aware that for our target students the first semester will be both an exciting, daunting and challenging experience an end of first semester ‘Refreshers’ focus will allow students to revisit all aspects of their short time at university and address any concerns albeit study, finance or student life related. A range of activities and events organised in conjunction with Student Support department and the Students’ Union will form the basis of this week. Mentoring Level 2 to Level 1 students. Level 1 ‘freshers’ from target schools will have the opportunity to be assigned a mentor from a Level 2 programme to support students through their transition. This will focus on settling into university study rather than subject specific support which will be offered through the faculty. Academic skills The academic skills tutor is available to provide weekly timetabled training on aspects of writing, reading, note taking, revision and presentation. Individual tutorials can also be arranged. Student Support Guidance and support will be provided by experienced staff, as and when required, with the majority of contact taking place between students and their academic advisor and administrative staff within each relevant subject areas. This support is available at any stage of their course. In addition, there are specialist advisors to assist with accommodation, careers, counselling, disability, finance, general welfare, international advice, health, learning support and spiritual well being. The Students’ Union will also play an important role in supporting students and working in conjunction with the University’s other services will assist students in maximising their experience during their time at the University. Postgraduate Support Transition to post graduate study for students from LPNs has been as much a barrier as progression to HE in the first instance. In recognition of this we are in the process of developing the following support package for our graduates. • Awareness raising sessions about post graduate study • Post graduate taster sessions • Vocational programmes – links with employers • Research and Training Skills development for progression to post graduate study • Supporting effective transition to the labour market • To support successful participation through the use of new technologies • Financial support to encourage further study with flexible payment options Student support package The outline of the support package is detailed beneath: • Students with a household income of £25,000 or less would be entitled to receive £2,500. £1,500 of this is provided as a fee waiver. The remaining £1,000 may be claimed as a further fee waiver or a cash bursary.1 • Students with a household income of between £25,001 and £42,000 would be entitled to receive £1,000 as either a bursary or a fee waiver1 • Care Leavers would receive an additional £2,000 as either a bursary or a fee waiver • Students taking part in the National Scholarship Programme (NSP) will receive a £3,000 fee waiver from the Government in the first year of study. This will be matched during the second year of study by the University either in the form of fee waiver or bursary, although the maximum 'cash' award is £1,000. NSP students receive this package in lieu of our student support package.
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Care Leavers. In recognition of the fact that Care Leavers require additional specific support we offer this group of students, additional financial, educational and emotional support to help them fulfil their potential. We have held the Xxxxx Xxxxxx Kitemark for the past three years in recognition of our commitment to these students. An appointed, confidential, ‘Care Leavers Co-ordinator’ provides a central point of contact which minimises any difficulties applicants might have in being fully informed about entry to higher education. Advice and guidance is offered pre- entry, during the admissions process and on admission to the university. The Student Support Services Advisor offers extra support if required and ensures students have access to the range of support services we provide. For qualifying students the University of Chichester’s package for those with a care background currently consists of: • A Care Leavers’ Bursary. • The offer of campus accommodation 365 days a year at the current rate • A named Student Advisor throughout your stay at University Widening Participation Outreach Work In addition the WP team ensures the following raises the agenda of care leavers at various local levels. • In collaboration with the local authority, taster days and on campus activities are offered to cohorts of care leavers across the region. • Working collaboratively with our target schools and colleges we ask that the school encourages at least one student from a care background to participate in each event through the LPF. • Our Widening Participation Manager sits on the board of a pan-Sussex Care Leavers Group which will sustain the current Aim higher development of work in this area. • Our Widening Participation/ Student Support teams offer a staff development session internally to raise awareness of the needs of students from a care background. Our Care Leaver Application Process The Care Leavers co-ordinator, CLC, oversees this process. Applicant • Self identifies on UCAS Form Admissions • Send letter and form to applicant requesting further information • Letter signed by CLC Applicant • Responds directly to CLC CLC • CLC obtains confirmation from relevant local authority to confirm time in care Review Panel • Considers application for extra support/provision on case by case basis CLC • Advises applicant of outcome and ensures they have all necessary paperwork and information CLC • Contacts: • Student Support to arrange additional tutor support • Finance for bursary details • Accommodation requirements CLC • Arranges for welcome message/meeting for student on arrival at university Mature Students Our current work to increase and retain the number of first degree mature students is detailed here. Mature Students Open Evening An opportunity for mature students to explore, in a one to one session with lecturers, the courses and opportunities available and how to access Higher Education. Financial advice, study skills support, academic support and admissions advice are all on offer. Mature Student Welcome Event Our Pre first semester, a dedicated Mature Student Welcome Event, is offered to support mature students returning to study or starting Higher Education for the first time. The programme of the day offers mature students practical advice and guidance on IT systems, intranet access, Learning Support Centre and an opportunity to meet other mature students helps alleviate concerns. Student support services hold a 'finance clinic' to assist with the potentially complex finance issues surrounding mature student access. Mature Student Christmas Event An informal event offered to first year mature students at the end of first semester to revisit any of the issues raised since starting to study with us. In early 2011/12 we are reviewing the anecdotal evidence from the outputs of the ‘Moving Forward’ Primary Project which has indicated a number of the parents in the target LPN areas attend the Mature Students Open Evening as a result of the aspirational work undertaken with their children. Supporting Schools and Colleges As with all successful partnerships we recognise the fact that effective inspiration and aspiration raising is a three way collaboration. Parents/carers and teachers are the key influencers in a child’s life. The WP team aims to offer support to teachers and parents through a range of focussed activities linked to the LPF. Support for Parents/Carers To complement the student experiences we have devised the following support specifically for parents/carers: • Parents’ evenings • Information, Advice and Guidance sessions • Campus visits for parents • Open Days • UCAS parent workshops • Parent/Carer student finance events This collaboration encourages dialogue around progression routes between parents/carers and their children and gives them confidence to support their child through the minefield of choices and decisions. Access Co-ordinators Forum The bi-annual Access Co-ordinators Forum hosted by the University keeps key stakeholders informed of latest developments in Higher Education with a particular focus on supporting mature learners. This event is open to all partner colleges. Support for schools and teachers The following support package for teachers will complement and assist delivery of the LPF: • A series of inset training sessions aimed at informing teachers of the range of Widening Participation initiatives on offer • Programme specific training to individuals or groups of teachers i.e. Year 7 tutor support on UP FOR IT lesson plans • E-Mentoring Support • University of Chichester website links • Annual conference for partner schools, teachers and staff involved in the widening participation agenda • Provision of relevant current Information, Advice and Guidance for your school within a changing landscape Student retention and success Continuation of the transition to HE support through the A2C programme is essential to ensure the quality of support offered through the LPF is maintained. Collaboration between the Widening Participation Team, Student Support Services, Learning and Teaching Committee and Learning and Teaching Development and Practice Group will establish ‘best practice strategies’ to provide additional support for students from LPNs. Uni Ready Day Uni Ready Days for students from our target schools will ensure ameliorated preparation pre first semester and allow first generation HE students a head start to HE study. Refreshers Week Aware that for our target students the first semester will be both an exciting, daunting and challenging experience an end of first semester ‘Refreshers’ focus will allow students to revisit all aspects of their short time at university and address any concerns albeit study, finance or student life related. A range of activities and events organised in conjunction with Student Support department and the Students’ Union will form the basis of this week. Mentoring Level 2 to Level 1 students. Level 1 ‘freshers’ from target schools will have the opportunity to be assigned a mentor from a Level 2 programme to support students through their transition. This will focus on settling into university study rather than subject specific support which will be offered through the faculty. Academic skills The academic skills tutor is available to provide weekly timetabled training on aspects of writing, reading, note taking, revision and presentation. Individual tutorials can also be arranged. Student Support Guidance and support will be provided by experienced staff, as and when required, with the majority of contact taking place between students and their academic advisor and administrative staff within each relevant subject areas. This support is available at any stage of their course. In addition, there are specialist advisors to assist with accommodation, careers, counselling, disability, finance, general welfare, international advice, health, learning support and spiritual well being. The Students’ Union will also play an important role in supporting students and working in conjunction with the University’s other services will assist students in maximising their experience during their time at the University. Postgraduate Support Transition to post graduate study for students from LPNs has been as much a barrier as progression to HE in the first instance. In recognition of this we are in the process of developing the following support package for our graduates. • Awareness raising sessions about post graduate study • Post graduate taster sessions • Vocational programmes – links with employers • Research and Training Skills development for progression to post graduate study • Supporting effective transition to the labour market • To support successful participation through the use of new technologies • Financial support to encourage further study with flexible payment options Student support package The outline of the support package is detailed beneath: • Students with a household income of £25,000 or less would be entitled to receive £2,500. £1,500 of this is provided as a fee waiver. The remaining £1,000 may be claimed as a further fee waiver or a cash bursary.1 • Students with a household income of between £25,001 and £42,000 would be entitled to receive £1,000 as either a bursary or a fee waiver1 • Care Leavers would receive an additional £2,000 as either a bursary or a fee waiver • Students taking part in the National Scholarship Programme (NSP) will receive a £3,000 fee waiver from the Government in the first year of study. This will be matched during the second year of study by the University either in the form of fee waiver or bursary, although the maximum 'cash' award is £1,000. NSP students receive this package in lieu of our student support package.
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Care Leavers. In recognition of the fact that Care Leavers require additional specific specific support we offer this group of students, additional financialfinancial, educational and emotional support to help them fulfil fulfil their potential. We have held the Xxxxx Xxxxxx Kitemark for the past three years in recognition of our commitment to these students. An appointed, confidentialconfidential, ‘Care Leavers Co-ordinator’ provides a central point of contact which minimises any difficulties applicants might have in being fully informed about entry to higher education. Advice and guidance is offered pre- entry, during the admissions process and on admission to the university. The Student Support Services Advisor offers extra support if required and ensures students have access to the range of support services we provide. For qualifying students the University of Chichester’s package for those with a care background currently consists of: • A Care Leavers’ Bursary. • The offer of campus accommodation 365 days a year at the current rate • A named Student Advisor throughout your stay at University Widening Participation Outreach Work In addition the WP team ensures the following raises the agenda of care leavers at various local levels. • In collaboration with the local authority, taster days and on campus activities are offered to cohorts of care leavers across the region. • Working collaboratively with our target schools and colleges we ask that the school encourages at least one student from a care background to participate in each event through the LPF. • Our Widening Participation Manager sits on the board of a pan-Sussex Care Leavers Group which will sustain the current Aim higher development of work in this area. • Our Widening Participation/ Student Support teams offer a staff development session internally to raise awareness of the needs of students from a care background. Our Care Leaver Application Process The Care Leavers co-ordinator, CLC, oversees this process. Applicant • Self identifies identifies on UCAS Form Admissions • Send letter and form to applicant requesting further information • Letter signed by CLC Applicant • Responds directly to CLC CLC • CLC obtains confirmation confirmation from relevant local authority to confirm confirm time in care Review Panel • Considers application for extra support/provision on case by case basis CLC • Advises applicant of outcome and ensures they have all necessary paperwork and information CLC • Contacts: • Student Support to arrange additional tutor support • Finance for bursary details • Accommodation requirements CLC • Arranges for welcome message/meeting for student on arrival at university Mature Students Our current work to increase and retain the number of first degree mature students is detailed here. Mature Students Open Evening An opportunity for mature students to explore, in a one to one session with lecturers, the courses and opportunities available and how to access Higher Education. Financial advice, study skills support, academic support and admissions advice are all on offer. Mature Student Welcome Event Our Pre first semester, a dedicated Mature Student Welcome Event, is offered to support mature students returning to study or starting Higher Education for the first time. The programme of the day offers mature students practical advice and guidance on IT systems, intranet access, Learning Support Centre and an opportunity to meet other mature students helps alleviate concerns. Student support services hold a 'finance clinic' to assist with the potentially complex finance issues surrounding mature student access. Mature Student Christmas Event An informal event offered to first year mature students at the end of first semester to revisit any of the issues raised since starting to study with us. In early 2011/12 we are reviewing the anecdotal evidence from the outputs of the ‘Moving Forward’ Primary Project which has indicated a number of the parents in the target LPN areas attend the Mature Students Open Evening as a result of the aspirational work undertaken with their children. Supporting Schools and Colleges As with all successful partnerships we recognise the fact that effective inspiration and aspiration raising is a three way collaboration. Parents/carers and teachers are the key influencers in a child’s life. The WP team aims to offer support to teachers and parents through a range of focussed activities linked to the LPF. Support for Parents/Carers To complement the student experiences we have devised the following support specifically for parents/carers: • Parents’ evenings • Information, Advice and Guidance sessions • Campus visits for parents • Open Days • UCAS parent workshops • Parent/Carer student finance events This collaboration encourages dialogue around progression routes between parents/carers and their children and gives them confidence to support their child through the minefield of choices and decisions. Access Co-ordinators Forum The bi-annual Access Co-ordinators Forum hosted by the University keeps key stakeholders informed of latest developments in Higher Education with a particular focus on supporting mature learners. This event is open to all partner colleges. Support for schools and teachers The following support package for teachers will complement and assist delivery of the LPF: • A series of inset training sessions aimed at informing teachers of the range of Widening Participation initiatives on offer • Programme specific training to individuals or groups of teachers i.e. Year 7 tutor support on UP FOR IT lesson plans • E-Mentoring Support • University of Chichester website links • Annual conference for partner schools, teachers and staff involved in the widening participation agenda • Provision of relevant current Information, Advice and Guidance for your school within a changing landscape Student retention and success Continuation of the transition to HE support through the A2C programme is essential to ensure the quality of support offered through the LPF is maintained. Collaboration between the Widening Participation Team, Student Support Services, Learning and Teaching Committee and Learning and Teaching Development and Practice Group will establish ‘best practice strategies’ to provide additional support for students from LPNs. Uni Ready Day Uni Ready Days for students from our target schools will ensure ameliorated preparation pre first semester and allow first generation HE students a head start to HE study. Refreshers Week Aware that for our target students the first semester will be both an exciting, daunting and challenging experience an end of first semester ‘Refreshers’ focus will allow students to revisit all aspects of their short time at university and address any concerns albeit study, finance or student life related. A range of activities and events organised in conjunction with Student Support department and the Students’ Union will form the basis of this week. Mentoring Level 2 to Level 1 students. Level 1 ‘freshers’ from target schools will have the opportunity to be assigned a mentor from a Level 2 programme to support students through their transition. This will focus on settling into university study rather than subject specific support which will be offered through the faculty. Academic skills The academic skills tutor is available to provide weekly timetabled training on aspects of writing, reading, note taking, revision and presentation. Individual tutorials can also be arranged. Student Support Guidance and support will be provided by experienced staff, as and when required, with the majority of contact taking place between students and their academic advisor and administrative staff within each relevant subject areas. This support is available at any stage of their course. In addition, there are specialist advisors to assist with accommodation, careers, counselling, disability, finance, general welfare, international advice, health, learning support and spiritual well being. The Students’ Union will also play an important role in supporting students and working in conjunction with the University’s other services will assist students in maximising their experience during their time at the University. Postgraduate Support Transition to post graduate study for students from LPNs has been as much a barrier as progression to HE in the first instance. In recognition of this we are in the process of developing the following support package for our graduates. • Awareness raising sessions about post graduate study • Post graduate taster sessions • Vocational programmes – links with employers • Research and Training Skills development for progression to post graduate study • Supporting effective transition to the labour market • To support successful participation through the use of new technologies • Financial support to encourage further study with flexible payment options Student support package The outline of the support package is detailed beneath: • Students with a household income of £25,000 or less would be entitled to receive £2,500. £1,500 of this is provided as a fee waiver. The remaining £1,000 may be claimed as a further fee waiver or a cash bursary.1 • Students with a household income of between £25,001 and £42,000 would be entitled to receive £1,000 as either a bursary or a fee waiver1 • Care Leavers would receive an additional £2,000 as either a bursary or a fee waiver • Students taking part in the National Scholarship Programme (NSP) will receive a £3,000 fee waiver from the Government in the first year of study. This will be matched during the second year of study by the University either in the form of fee waiver or bursary, although the maximum 'cash' award is £1,000. NSP students receive this package in lieu of our student support package.university
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Care Leavers. In recognition of the fact that Care Leavers require additional specific support we offer this group of students, additional financial, educational and emotional support to help them fulfil their potential. We have held the Xxxxx Xxxxxx Kitemark for the past three years in recognition of our commitment to these students. An appointed, confidential, ‘Care Leavers Co-ordinator’ provides a central point of contact which minimises any difficulties applicants might have in being fully informed about entry to higher education. Advice and guidance is offered pre- entry, during the admissions process and on admission to the university. The Student Support Services Advisor offers extra support if required and ensures students have access to the range of support services we provide. For qualifying students the University of Chichester’s package for those with a care background currently consists of: • A Care Leavers’ Bursary. • The offer of campus accommodation 365 days a year at the current rate • A named Student Advisor throughout your stay at University Widening Participation Outreach Work In addition the WP team ensures the following raises the agenda of care leavers at various local levels. • In collaboration with the local authority, taster days and on campus activities are offered to cohorts of care leavers across the region. • Working collaboratively with our target schools and colleges we ask that the school encourages at least one student from a care background to participate in each event through the LPF. • Our Widening Participation Manager sits on the board of a pan-Sussex Care Leavers Group which will sustain the current Aim higher development of work in this area. • Our Widening Participation/ Student Support teams offer a staff development session internally to raise awareness of the needs of students from a care background. Our Care Leaver Application Process The Care Leavers co-ordinator, CLC, oversees this process. Applicant • Self identifies on UCAS Form Admissions • Send letter and form to applicant requesting further information • Letter signed by CLC Applicant • Responds directly to CLC CLC • CLC obtains confirmation from relevant local authority to confirm time in care Review Panel • Considers application for extra support/provision on case by case basis CLC • Advises applicant of outcome and ensures they have all necessary paperwork and information CLC • Contacts: • Student Support to arrange additional tutor support • Finance for bursary details • Accommodation requirements CLC • Arranges for welcome message/meeting for student on arrival at university Mature Students Our current work to increase and retain the number of first degree mature students is detailed here. Mature Students Open Evening An opportunity for mature students to explore, in a one to one session with lecturers, the courses and opportunities available and how to access Higher Education. Financial advice, study skills support, academic support and admissions advice are all on offer. Mature Student Welcome Event Our Pre first semester, a dedicated Mature Student Welcome Event, is offered to support mature students returning to study or starting Higher Education for the first time. The programme of the day offers mature students practical advice and guidance on IT systems, intranet access, Learning Support Centre and an opportunity to meet other mature students helps alleviate concerns. Student support services hold a 'finance clinic' to assist with the potentially complex finance issues surrounding mature student access. Mature Student Christmas Event An informal event offered to first year mature students at the end of first semester to revisit any of the issues raised since starting to study with us. In early 2011/12 we are reviewing the anecdotal evidence from the outputs of the ‘Moving Forward’ Primary Project which has indicated a number of the parents in the target LPN areas attend the Mature Students Open Evening as a result of the aspirational work undertaken with their children. Supporting Schools and Colleges As with all successful partnerships we recognise the fact that effective inspiration and aspiration raising is a three way collaboration. Parents/carers and teachers are the key influencers in a child’s life. The WP team aims to offer support to teachers and parents through a range of focussed activities linked to the LPF. Support for Parents/Carers To complement the student experiences we have devised the following support specifically for parents/carers: • Parents’ evenings • Information, Advice and Guidance sessions • Campus visits for parents • Open Days • UCAS parent workshops • Parent/Carer student finance events This collaboration encourages dialogue around progression routes between parents/carers and their children and gives them confidence to support their child through the minefield of choices and decisions. Access Co-ordinators Forum The bi-annual Access Co-ordinators Forum hosted by the University keeps key stakeholders informed of latest developments in Higher Education with a particular focus on supporting mature learners. This event is open to all partner colleges. Support for schools and teachers The following support package for teachers will complement and assist delivery of the LPF: • A series of inset training sessions aimed at informing teachers of the range of Widening Participation initiatives on offer • Programme specific training to individuals or groups of teachers i.e. Year 7 tutor support on UP FOR IT lesson plans • E-Mentoring Support • University of Chichester website links • Annual conference for partner schools, teachers and staff involved in the widening participation agenda • Provision of relevant current Information, Advice and Guidance for your school within a changing landscape Student retention and success Continuation of the transition to HE support through the A2C programme is essential to ensure the quality of support offered through the LPF is maintained. Collaboration between the Widening Participation Team, Student Support Services, Learning and Teaching Committee and Learning and Teaching Development and Practice Group will establish ‘best practice strategies’ to provide additional support for students from LPNs. Uni Ready Day Uni Ready Days for students from our target schools will ensure ameliorated preparation pre first semester and allow first generation HE students a head start to HE study. Refreshers Week Aware that for our target students the first semester will be both an exciting, daunting and challenging experience an end of first semester ‘Refreshers’ focus will allow students to revisit all aspects of their short time at university and address any concerns albeit study, finance or student life related. A range of activities and events organised in conjunction with Student Support department and the Students’ Union will form the basis of this week. Mentoring Level 2 to Level 1 students. Level 1 ‘freshers’ from target schools will have the opportunity to be assigned a mentor from a Level 2 programme to support students through their transition. This will focus on settling into university study rather than subject specific support which will be offered through the faculty. Academic skills The academic skills tutor is available to provide weekly timetabled training on aspects of writing, reading, note taking, revision and presentation. Individual tutorials can also be arranged. Student Support Guidance and support will be provided by experienced staff, as and when required, with the majority of contact taking place between students and their academic advisor and administrative staff within each relevant subject areas. This support is available at any stage of their course. In addition, there are specialist advisors to assist with accommodation, careers, counselling, disability, finance, general welfare, international advice, health, learning support and spiritual well being. The Students’ Union will also play an important role in supporting students and working in conjunction with the University’s other services will assist students in maximising their experience during their time at the University. Postgraduate Support Transition to post graduate study for students from LPNs has been as much a barrier as progression to HE in the first instance. In recognition of this we are in the process of developing the following support package for our graduates. • Awareness raising sessions about post graduate study • Post graduate taster sessions • Vocational programmes – links with employers • Research and Training Skills development for progression to post graduate study • Supporting effective transition to the labour market • To support successful participation through the use of new technologies • Financial support to encourage further study with flexible payment options Student support package The outline of the support package is detailed beneath: beneath • Students with a household income of £25,000 or less would be entitled to receive £2,500. £1,500 of this is provided 2,500 as either a bursary or a fee waiver. The remaining £1,000 may be claimed as a further fee waiver or a cash bursary.1 • Students with a household income of between £25,001 and £42,000 would be entitled to receive £1,000 as either a bursary or a fee waiver1 waiver • Care Leavers would receive an additional £2,000 as either a bursary or a fee waiver • Students taking part in the National Scholarship Programme (NSP) will receive the option in year 2 to opt for a £3,000 fee waiver from the Government in the first year of study. This will be matched during the second year of study by the University either in the form of fee waiver or bursary of £3,000 Our intention is that students will have the choice about whether they use their support package funding to reduce their long term loans or whether to take the funding as cash (effectively as a maintenance bursary) to help them with living expenses. Student Money Advice Students who have concerns about their finances will be able to seek advice from the University’s Student Money Advice Service (SMAS). The SMAS will provide information about the financial support available from the government, although forms of financial support available from the maximum 'cash' award University, as well as other independent bodies. Budgeting advice is £1,000also available to help students manage their finances as wisely as possible. NSP Any students receive unsure of who to speak to regarding any issue they may have, are advised to contact their student adviser or one of our student money advisers (available on both campuses), who will be able to put them in touch with the right service both within student support services and across the University as a whole. The rationale for this decision is our commitment to the student experience. A core element of which is empowering the individual student to make the choice appropriate for them. For those students and families who are concerned about the burden of a long term debt the package will act as a fee waiver, for those concerned about the day-to- day affordability it will act as a maintenance bursary and a powerful retention measure. A student will be entitled to change the nature of their package at the beginning of each academic year. If the bursary option is selected this will be paid in lieu three instalments during the academic year. Table 3 details the modelling of how the bursaries/fee waiver are expected to be incurred. These costs are based on the HEFCE student profile and numbers from 2009-10. The total cost of our student support package would be in the region of £3,119,000 by 2014-15 (the first year that all students will be paying the higher levels of fee and receiving the student support package.). Outreach activity to recruit these students is planned and would cost £558,932. The costs associated with retention are £858,539 . The section of this paper on page 5 provides further detail on how this investment is to be used. Table 3 Student Support package Number Amount Total Cost Household Income £ £ £0 - £25,000 916 2,500 2,290,050 £25,001 - £42,000 353 1,000 353,340 Total 1,269 2,643,390 National scholarship additional costs 144 3,000 432,000 Bursaries/Fee Waiver 3,075,390 Academic Excellence bursary 17 £1,000 17,000 Sports Performance bursary 3 £1,000 3,000 Care Leavers bursary (Based on 2010/11 actual) 12 £2,000 24,000 Total 1,445 3,119,390
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