Feel Supported in Returning to Learning.
Have you thought about re-training or upskilling, but are not sure how to do this? Hello Future are here to help! Our aim at Hello Future, is to ensure that higher education is accessible for everyone and to provide all the information you need to make that choice.
We understand that this is a big decision and can be daunting, so have created resources specifically aimed at mature learners and included links to provide you with key information about returning to learning.
Why not start by looking at our Adult Learners University Support Series:
Furness College Hello Future Live Video
Partner Events
Our partners also run events and workshops you may be interested in.
Resources
We have compiled and created a number of useful resources, workbooks and more to help support teachers.
Hello Future Resources
Hello Future Resources
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Barriers to Leaving Home Presentation
This workshop has been designed for community and youth groups to facilitate fun, competitive games which will structure an informal discussion about independent living and moving towards the next steps, such as work-based learning or university - which may involve moving away from home.
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Growth Mindset Activity
Do you know that it is okay to fail? Failing is an opportunity to grow. Having a Growth Mindset can be so powerful in your own personal development throughout your studies and your personal life. Take part in an activity that will test your ability to have a growth mindset and see how you can apply this to your everyday life!
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Hackathon Challenge @ theidol.com Organisers Pack
Working with theidol.com, Learners had the opportunity to visit a Cumbria-based tech company, meeting industry professionals and discovery their education and career journeys. Learners also took part in a 'Hackathon' challenge, working in project teams to develop a new App. Download the pack to find out more.
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Higher Education Jargon Buster
We know that all of the lingo and abbreviations in education can be confusing, so we have spent time collecting all of the key terms and put this resource together to help you navigate the websites, applications and course materials. Click to download our Higher Education Jargon Buster poster.
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Introduction to Student Life – Budgeting a Move Worksheets
When moving into a new home, whether this is university halls or a private flat, it is likely that you will need at least some of the following items. For this task, you are given a budget of £95, and will need to decide what your prioritises are when buying new items and necessities. Here is a list of items for each room, once you have decided, fill in the house in the centre.
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Introduction to Student Life – Higher Education Debate Worksheets
For this debate, please split your group into two. One side will argue pro-university and one side will argue pro-higher apprenticeship. Use the prompts on this worksheet, as well as your own knowledge to construct an argument for one of these equally viable options.
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Jodrell Bank – Organisers Pack
This trip gave Learners the opportunity to experience astrophysics being applied in the real world, whilst exploring career pathways in the field. The visit included A Level curriculum designed workshops, learning about the application of real world data. Download the pack to find out more.
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Motorsport Engineering Trip Organisers Pack
The Motorsport industry is a niche area of engineering. This trip provided Learners with the opportunity to explore the different roles on offer, training and education routes and meet with industry professionals to hear about their journeys. Download the pack to find out more.
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National Cycling Centre Organisers Pack
This trip attracted Learners with an interest in sports and exploring the variety of career opportunities within the industry. visiting Manchester, Learners explored UCFB, which offers unique degree courses in Football and the sports industry, as well as activities at the National Cycling Centre. Download the pack for more details.
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Newcastle City Centre Organisers Pack
This trip offered Learners the opportunity to experience city life, touring the famous landmarks and navigate independently around the city centre, with the support of the Hello Future team. Learner's were also set challenges to throughout the day, such as a photo quiz. Download the pack to find out more.
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Photography Masterclass – Organisers Pack
The purpose of this trip was to enable year 12 and year 13 learners with a keen interest in photography to enhance their presentation, communication, and confidence skills. This experience allowed learners to see the various opportunities in media arts higher education in Cumbria. Download the organisers pack to find out more.
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Student Life Activity
Have you thought about carrying on with your education after Sixth Form / College? Maybe you want to carry on after finishing your apprenticeship? In this video you’ll be exploring all the different options you can take and finding out that Higher Education is much more than just studying and text books!
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Study Well Activity
This quick video will help you understand the negative factors which impact your education and revision and the simple tips and tricks to solve these issues. In this video I go through some everyday distractions, from your phone to your friends and family, and how these can stop you from staying focused and completing tasks. I discuss some useful techniques, websites and apps to help you revise and stay on track to meet your goals.
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Visit to M-Sport Organisers Pack
This trip visited a globally leading engineering facility, specialising in advanced manufacturing and Motorsport. Learners were able to gain insight into the industry and took part in engine and transmission focused workshops, lead by industry professionals. Download the pack to find out more.
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Your Future Activity
‘What do you want to do in the future?’ It’s a question you might hear a lot, especially in school, whilst choosing your GCSE options, or choosing your next steps after year 11. In this video, we hope to give you some ideas about how to explore this question. Take part in an activity to identify your hobbies, interests, skills and dream jobs, all in order to explore the exciting future ahead of you!
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University
University Resources
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Higher Education Jargon Buster
We know that all of the lingo and abbreviations in education can be confusing, so we have spent time collecting all of the key terms and put this resource together to help you navigate the websites, applications and course materials. Click to download our Higher Education Jargon Buster poster.
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How to Evaluate Internet Sources – Preparing for university and your studies
Websites form a useful tool to gather information and research a topic, so its important to make sure you can spot if its a reliable source for your work. This guide shares some top tips for how to evaluate internet sources and whether its suitable for your argument.
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How to survive Clearing
If you don't get the grades you need for the university course you're applying to, Clearing is an opportunity to grab a spot on a similar course. This could be at the same university or a different one. This blog by Gill Sharp (Careers Advisor) walks you through the clearing process.
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UCLan’s ‘Pathways to Medicine’ Programme
This programme supports Year 12 students from under-represented backgrounds at universities, specifically from the North-West of England, in going on to study Medicine at university. It also allows you to apply to specific Uclan scholarships for Medicine, and will support your current A Level studies.
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UniTasterDays – Teachers’ Guide to university 2021
Check out this years free guide of the key higher education facts for school and college staff. This guide anticipates a conversation between teachers/advisors and students, arming you with solid answers to questions about moving on to higher education. It has been produced based on the higher education system in England and released in September 2020.
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Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Resources
Careers
Careers Resources
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Careers
Whether you’re deciding what to study, taking your exams, planning a career, or just curious, BBC Bitesize have created a page of resources to help explain the world of work, with advice from young people, employers and celebrities on finding your perfect job and figuring out your next steps.
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Skills Builder
Everyone needs eight essential skills to succeed - whatever their path in life. The Skills Builder Partnership is providing a range of resources for building these skills in a home setting. Set the skill level from beginner to expert (suitable for 11-18 years old) and pick from the list of 8 skills you want to develop, including: Listening, Problem solving, Staying positive, Leadership and Teamwork
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UCLan’s ‘Pathways to Medicine’ Programme
This programme supports Year 12 students from under-represented backgrounds at universities, specifically from the North-West of England, in going on to study Medicine at university. It also allows you to apply to specific Uclan scholarships for Medicine, and will support your current A Level studies.
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Subject Experiences
Subject Experience Resources
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After Adaptation: The Fate of Literary Texts (KS4 English Literature)
Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study of English Literature at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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Decision Making in Business (KS5 Business Studies)
Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring Business Studies at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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Dementia and the Ageing Brain (KS4 Psychology)
Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study of Psychology at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and guidance on subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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Does Consciousness Have a Body? (KS5 Philosophy)
Want to know more? Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study of Philosophy at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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Financial Markets and Portfolio Investments (KS5 Business)
Want to know more? Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study of Business at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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Free digital & numeracy courses to build your skills
Want to learn a new skill while at home? Find free, high quality digital and numeracy courses in The Skills Toolkit. You can choose from a selection of high quality courses put together in collaboration with experts. Find a level and time to study that’s right for you. The Skills Toolkit makes it easy for you to boost your skills.
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Health Inequalities: The Theory of Everything (KS5 Sociology)
Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study of Sociology at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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How do Plants Fight Diseases and Pests? (KS4 Biology)
Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study of Biology at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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International Relations: What is our Biggest Danger? (KS4 Humanities)
Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study of Humanities at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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Japanese Knotweed: The Misunderstood Menace (KS5 Biochemistry)
Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study and exploration of Biochemistry at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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My GCSE Science – Youtube Channel
This YouTube channel has a team of experienced science teachers who have created 200 short video tutorials, which cover the entire GCSE Science specification, topic by topic, from Biology, Chemistry and Physics for each of the Edexcel, AQA and OCR exam boards. These videos are an enjoyable and effective way to learn and revise GCSE Science, so you’re confident and fully-prepared for your exams.
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National History Museum – Virtual Tours
The National history Museum have turned their exhibitions into virtual tours and interactive experiences. You can see the museum's 80 million specimens, encounter a prehistoric marine reptile in virtual reality, watch new short films and navigate the galleries in 360 degrees.
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Sociolinguistics: The Study of Language in Society (KS4 English Language)
Designed by PhD researchers, the resources below will enable you to develop your academic skills while exploring the study of English Language at university level. The contents will include data sources, activities, further reading and subject-specific writing techniques. Check out the links below to get started!
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Money
Studying at Home
Studying at Home Resources
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E-Learning for Young People with Cumbria Youth Alliance & Embrace Resiliance
Cumbria Youth Alliance has teamed up with Embrace Resilience to offer all young people in Cumbria and all all staff & volunteers working with young people in Cumbria a large range of online learning modules free of charge. Some of the topics include health & wellbeing, support with your career, improve your CV and skills & knowledge.
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Studying during Lockdown – Short Films
The Sussex Learning Network has created various short films offering advice from local student mentors on studying and taking care of yourself during lockdown. These include advice from: Uyi a Pharmacy Student at University of Brighton, Imogen a Film Student at University of Chichester and Tiwa's 'Top Tips' for staying motivated!
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Other Resources
Other Resources & Guides
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Community Advisor CPD Activity Pack
We have created this activity pack to enable community and voluntary organisations to support conversations with young people around their future pathways and higher education. The pack includes a variety of resources, marketing posters and activity sheets. Click the link to download and find out more.
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Free Online Accredited Modules for Staff, Volunteers & Families
Cumbria Youth Alliance have teamed up with Embrace Resilience to offer a full range of online modules to people working with or supporting young people. The modules cover Resilience and Wellbeing, Work Place, Special Educational Needs, Compliance Training, Care Courses and more.
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Free digital & numeracy courses to build your skills
Want to learn a new skill while at home? Find free, high quality digital and numeracy courses in The Skills Toolkit. You can choose from a selection of high quality courses put together in collaboration with experts. Find a level and time to study that’s right for you. The Skills Toolkit makes it easy for you to boost your skills.
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How to Evaluate Internet Sources – Preparing for university and your studies
Websites form a useful tool to gather information and research a topic, so its important to make sure you can spot if its a reliable source for your work. This guide shares some top tips for how to evaluate internet sources and whether its suitable for your argument.
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Skills Builder
Everyone needs eight essential skills to succeed - whatever their path in life. The Skills Builder Partnership is providing a range of resources for building these skills in a home setting. Set the skill level from beginner to expert (suitable for 11-18 years old) and pick from the list of 8 skills you want to develop, including: Listening, Problem solving, Staying positive, Leadership and Teamwork
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Studying during Lockdown – Short Films
The Sussex Learning Network has created various short films offering advice from local student mentors on studying and taking care of yourself during lockdown. These include advice from: Uyi a Pharmacy Student at University of Brighton, Imogen a Film Student at University of Chichester and Tiwa's 'Top Tips' for staying motivated!
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