Computing, Maths and Built Environment Summer univerSity

21-22 July 2014

The Computing, Maths and Built Environment Summer University (SU) at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a fantastic way to find out what life at university is really like. Come and spend two days finding out more about our programmes, staying in student accommodation and meeting current students to get the real insider view.

The Computing, Maths and Built Environment SU is running from Monday 21st – Tuesday 22nd July 2014. You will be able to experience first-hand what it is like to study your choice of our Computing, Maths or Built Environment programmes:

The SU is residential which means that you will stay overnight with us in student accommodation after a full evening of activities and attend workshops sessions in your chosen course(s) during the day.

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What do I need to know about the departments at LJMU?

The School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences employs over 40 highly qualified academics and is supported by teams of skilled technical and administrative staff. As well as access to University-wide IT facilities, staff and students are provided with up-to-date specialist computing equipment within the £6 million state-of-the-art teaching facility. The courses provide the opportunity to undertake a year’s paid industrial placement, with the School having links with over 450 companies ranging from IBM and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe to HM Treasury and Merseyside Police. The School provides excellent career prospects for graduates with an understanding of computing, maths and the business environment.

The School of the Built Environment is one of the leading providers of teaching, learning and business focused research in the UK. Our mission is to continue to provide high quality teaching, scholarship, research and enterprise activities to help generate business success and to create a generally more sustainable built environment. The School caters for the needs of government, industry, local communities and professional practice. Close links are maintained with the needs of industry and practice through scholarship, research, consultancy and the provision for lifelong learning. These links support course development and ensure that all teaching is up to date and well embedded into industry and professional practice. All students have the opportunity to complete an optional placement year alongside a suitable employer.

Who is the Summer University for?The Summer University is for Year 12 students (or first year of Sixth Form College) or those students in Year 13 (or equivalent) who haven’t yet applied to UCAS.

Where will I stay?Your accommodation will be modern, purpose-built student halls of residence in the heart of Liverpool. You will be in a flat of four students with one student mentor in each flat. Males and females stay in different flats. Each flat has a kitchen and shared lounge and all bedrooms have en-suite facilities.

How much will it cost?All places are completely free. We will organise and pay for all of your meals and snacks, entertainment, accommodation and all activities. All that you need to do is arrange your travel to and from Liverpool on the dates of the Summer University.

Is the SU safe?Yes. The SU is run by staff who are experienced in working with sixth form students and who are trained in Child Protection – they are supported by student mentors who will supervise activities and live in the student flats with you. University premises are safe and the student flats have 24 hour security, night porters, CCTV and secure entry systems. If you travel to the SU yourself, we will make sure you are met and also see you away safely at the end. If there are any problems, day or night, there will always be someone there to help.

Can I come with my friends?If you and your friends want to come along together then that is fine, we will accommodate groups in the same flat wherever possible.

Below are some of the comments from the students who took part in the Summer university 2013:

“i highly recommend coming to the summer university at lJMU. it really helps you understand what student life is like.”“thank you so much for the experience. it was possibly one of the best trips i’ve been to and not only did we get a glimpse of university life you helped us become more independent.”

how can i apply to the Summer University?

To apply for a place on the 2014 SU, you need to follow the steps below:

1. Visit the LJMU website to research the specific course you are interested in studying and make sure that you are on target to achieve the entry requirements (www.ljmu.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/2015/)

2. Complete the application sheet which can be downloaded from the website or obtained from your Head of Year.

3. Your parent or carer needs to complete and sign the form to consent to you attending. You then sign the form as well.

4. You the need to take the form to school/college for your tutor or Head of Sixth Form to complete the final section.

5. When the form is complete, please send it back to: Post: Student Recruitment and Widening Access Team Kingsway House Hatton Garden Liverpool L3 2AJ

Email: SummerUniversity@ljmu.ac.uk

Fax: 0151 904 6368

If you have need any more information about how to apply or about the SU in general then please get in touch and we will be happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Tel: 0151 904 6383/6384/6385 Email: SummerUniversity@ljmu.ac.uk Web: www.ljmu.ac.uk/outreach/summer-school

LJMUOPENDAYS2014Wednesday 2 July 2014, Saturday 4 October, Wednesday 15 October, Saturday 18 October 2014

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LJMU offers you everything you’ll need to build a successful career and have a great time at university: a respected academic qualification, opportunities to gain hands-on professional experience during your studies, extensive employer contacts, expert academic staff plus excellent teaching, library and student support services.

n Chat to academics and current students

n Tour student accommodation

n Learn more about our World of Work Programme

n Talk to staff about our scholarships, bursaries and other targeted support

n Chat to the Students’ Union about its Clubs and Societies

n Find out about our free gym membership for students

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Tel: 0151 904 6383/6384/6385Email: SummerUniversity@ljmu.ac.uk Web: www.ljmu.ac.uk/outreach/summer-school