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Thinking Uni
Get support on your UCAS applications and exam revision in a series of online workshops starting September 2026.
The Sessions
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A Step-by-Step UCAS Guide
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University Subject Choice
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Talks with Access & Admissions Officers from Jesus College, Oxford University
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Personal Statement Feedback
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Medicine Admissions
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Money Matters & Admissions Test Advice
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Interview Skills
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Q&A with current students from Oxbridge and more
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Revisions Skills & Tools
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Safeguarding Mental Wellbeing
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Exam Tips
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The Series
Thinking Black is passionate about supporting and upskilling young Black voices. This year we're launching a series of online workshops for Black state school students in Years 11 - 13 in collaboration with Jesus College, Oxford University.
Students will receive advice on UCAS applications, interview skills, subject choice, interview skills, exam revision, mental well-being support, and more. Students will also receive the chance to get feedback on their personal statements and meetings with current Black students from Oxford and more.
Our Tracks
1. Thinking Uni Standard Track: (Applications close September 10th, 2026)
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Open to students who meet the following criteria: Black heritage, attend a state school.
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These students will receive access to five online live sessions, recordings.
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2. Thinking Uni Aspire Track: (Applications close August 10th, 2026)
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Open to students who meet the following criteria: Black heritage, attend a state school.
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These students will receive access to five online live sessions, recordings.
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Selected students will also receive a personal mentor, tutorial sessions to discuss and receive feedback on their UCAS applications, incl. personal statements.
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Eligibility
Students must be:
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1. In Years 11-13 when applying for the programme
2. Black or mixed-Black state-school students
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Join this year's cohort
Deadline: September 10th 2026
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