What to Expect
At Lancaster we are committed to working with and supporting teaching professionals across the UK. We are delighted to be hosting our annual Teacher and Advisor Conferences at Nottingham Crowne Plaza on 1st May 2025, and Maidenhead Thames Riviera Hotel on 13th May 2025.
So, what can you expect? These free events will help you to connect with other teachers and advisors and learn more about how to support your students with their applications to competitive universities like Lancaster.
The conferences will include talks and workshops to help you guide your students through their transition to HE, and gain further insight into Lancaster University. In 2024, our sessions included a UCAS Keynote on Personal Statements, a References Q&A Panel, and round tables on life and study at Lancaster with our expert faculty and admissions staff, and current undergraduate students.
Event Programme
Thursday 1st May, Crowne Plaza Nottingham, 10-3:30pm
Tuesday 13th May, Thames Riviera Hotel Maidenhead, 10-3:30pm
10am: Arrival
Networking and refreshments
10.20am: Welcome
Introduction to Lancaster, including a student sharing their journey from school to University
11:00- 11:15am: Refreshment break and networking
11:15am: Keynote Speaker – UCAS Update plus Q and A
A round up of key updates from UCAS, including personal statement reform
12.15pm-1:15pm Lunch and Networking
1.15pm: Student Loans Update
Ahmar Ehsan is a Senior Education Practitioner and Student Finance expert. Ahmar works with key staff in a variety of educational settings to provide guidance on policy, application and adherence relating to learner eligibility and entitlement. Join this session to hear the latest updates relating to student finance so you feel confident in supporting your students into HE
2pm - Refreshment break and networking
14:15pm: Let’s Talk Lancaster
Representatives from Lancaster’s colleges and four faculties (Health and Medicine, Science and Technology, Arts and Social Sciences and the Management School) will be taking questions from teachers and advisors to provide more insight into departments and collegiate life at Lancaster.
15:15pm Plenary, Networking and Close
Refreshments available