University Event

Year 12/13 Biology Conference

University event offered by University of Essex

Event Summary:

The events will demonstrate the diversity of Biology with the emphasis on subjects relevant to the AS Biology curriculum. The conferences will additionally provide students with an insight into university life and various revision skills and techniques.

Full Event Details:

The aim of this event is to motivate young people to prepare for them for their future. This full day event starts with an external educational comic and motivational speaker. The rest of the day will give the students a chance to find out what they need to do to prepare for a career in Biology. It will include sessions on exam techniques, a range of lectures and practicals which will showcase the diversity of Biology with emphasis on subjects relevant to the AS Biology curriculum. There will also be time to find out about university life and the range of career opportunities for Biologists.

Please note that due to the costs of resources there is a charge of £5 per student for the Biology conference. However if you have individual students who would normally have the cost of trips subsidised by the school/college then this fee can be waived.