We are holding an Information event on studying science at university and science careers for students of Black heritage and other under-represented groups (mainly in school years 12/13). This will be held at the Molecular Sciences Research Hub (Rooms G23/24) in White City and will involve a tour of the labs and facilities.

There will be short presentations by the Y12 students currently doing research projects in the Department along with a talk by our Admissions Tutor, Simon Gerrard, on applying to study science at university (including the new personal statement format). This will be followed by a talk by Daniel Similaki of the Afro-Caribbean Commercial Science Network on jobs in science. A draft programme is below:

11.00-11.15 Arrival
11.15-11.30 Introduction by the Head of Department, Oscar Ces
11.30-12.15 Tour of the Department and Uren building by James Wilton-Ely
12.15-13.00 Talks by Y12 Students carrying out projects in the Department
13.00-13.45 Lunch
13.45-14.30 Simon Gerrard on university admissions (including new personal statement format and other tips)
14.30-14.45 James Wilton-Ely on increasing students from under-represented groups
14.45-15.30 Daniel Similaki, Afro-Caribbean Commercial Science Network (ACCSN)
15.30-15.45 Summary and thanks (James Wilton-Ely)
15.45 Pizza, drinks and networking

We appreciate that unexpected events (illness etc.) can affect plans but please only complete this form if you are definitely planning to attend the event. The deadline for responses is 5 pm on 9 August 2024. 

If you have any queries, please contact James (j.wilton-ely@imperial.ac.uk) 

Please pass this on to Y12/13 students from under-represented groups and their families.