Nominate Your Students for the Senior Academy Programme at Queen’s University
As educators, you play a critical role in shaping the future of young people. The Senior Academy Programme at Queen’s University Belfast aims to provide a unique opportunity for your students to develop the academic skills, confidence, and knowledge they need to take their next steps in education, whether through Higher Education, Further Education, or Higher Level Apprenticeships, and we want to do this by supporting your work in the classroom.
We invite you to nominate students who will benefit most from this programme and help them unlock their full potential.
Why Nominate Your Students?
The Senior Academy Programme offers a transformative experience for students in Years 13 and 14, providing them with:
- Up to 10 hours of personalised tutoring in a specific subject area, helping to boost their academic performance and subject confidence.
- £1000 bursary available for students who complete the Senior Academy programme and begin an undergraduate degree at Queen's University**
- An immersive experience of university life, including a 3-day residential stay at Queen’s University student accommodation.
- Opportunities to meet current Queen’s students and gain insights into a variety of subject areas and university experiences.
- A series of study skills workshops and interactive sessions designed to develop critical academic skills, build confidence, and improve study habits.
- Tailored information and activities that will help students explore and prepare for the variety of educational pathways available, whether they choose Higher Education, Further Education, or Higher Level Apprenticeships.
**Subject to funding. Bursary will be paid during first year of study.
This programme is more than just academic support—it’s designed to provide students with the resources, mentoring, and experiences that will shape their educational futures and to provide them with as much information as possible to make informed choices about their next steps.