Library – Student Fest 2021 – All Zones
Welcome to the Library of Student Fest! This is where we’ve kept a list of all the useful links we’ve shared across the festival (and some more we couldn’t quite fit in!) It will be updated throughout the summer, so don’t panic if you spot any blank bits!
Save the link to this page if you want to come back to this again in the future.
If you’d like to get back to the Map to go back to the festival, follow the link: https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/student-fest/
If you’d like to talk to us, DM us on The Access Platform found here: https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/speak-to-aimhigher/
Green Zone
Get Set Go (Preparation for your next steps)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/02/get-set-go-student-fest-2021/
- Green Zone Feedback form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mSrm6IADX4D1AmDnu4tmsCuQgVwBCy8Y_eFEoFOzW_U/viewform?edit_requested=true
- Getting Ready To Go form https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hQ_x47yacEihw1p-COG7y7ZfWZfY5MpKulIRWhhHtcBURTFGSzJBTEpGV0IyTkFKU083V0EwUk1PMy4u
- University Insiders YouTube Video, Bits and Bobs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sxPY-YfhqQ
- University Insiders YouTube Video, Kitchen Supplies https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wvk7c50hYCQ
- University Insiders YouTube Video, Stationery https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iq2sPYBpql4
- University Insiders YouTube Video, What’s in my university bag?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqBQbmOvP4w&t=4s
First Day (Walkthrough what to expect)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/02/first-steps-tent-student-fest-2021/
- Green Zone Feedback form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mSrm6IADX4D1AmDnu4tmsCuQgVwBCy8Y_eFEoFOzW_U/viewform?edit_requested=true
- Chat to Luke https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=6513
- Chat to Olivia https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=6939
- Chat to Remy https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=8491
Travel (Tips and Commuting Stories)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/02/travel-zone-student-fest-2021/
- Green Zone Feedback form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mSrm6IADX4D1AmDnu4tmsCuQgVwBCy8Y_eFEoFOzW_U/viewform?edit_requested=true
- 16-25 Railcard https://www.16-25railcard.co.uk/
- Aimhigher West Midlands YouTube, Can I afford to move away for university? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tv5oZkaX98E
- Aimhigher West Midlands YouTube, Should I move away to university or commute? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7R3QRmkPeQ
- Aimhigher West Midlands YouTube, Will I miss out if I stay at home? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ui4B3ph_JLA
- Chat to Kieran https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=7045
- Chat to Olivia https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=6939
- Chat to Remy https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=8491
- Money Saving Expert (Impartial Financial and Money Advice) https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/
- National Rail: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
- NUS (TOTUM Student Discount Card) https://www.nus.org.uk/
- UniDays Student Discount https://www.myunidays.com/GB/en-GB
Orange Zone
Going Virtual
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/04/going-virtual-tent-student-fest-2021/
- Orange Zone Feedback form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ku66P3NwsRtUn3yoRHZH9vMnnCmGtauh6Ukkhhawc90/viewform?edit_requested=true
- Aimhigher Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AimhigherWM
- Aimhigher Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aimhigherwm/
- Aimhigher Twitter https://twitter.com/AimhigherWM
- Aimhigher YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmcXiOpl72NMrfdOFdofJIg
- University Insiders Facebook https://www.facebook.com/universityinsiders
- University Insiders Instagram https://www.instagram.com/universityinsiders/
- University Insiders Twitter https://twitter.com/UWinsiders
- University Insiders YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClQOkHrWG17byq-pCBalSdQ
- University Insiders YouTube, How to | Organise your desk space https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4swDCPYhPc0
- University Insiders YouTube, How to | Stay Organised https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZDiEWhr6fE
- University Insiders YouTube, Tops Tips for an Online Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7O6Q2X7ITE&t=24s
- University Insiders YouTube, Top Tips for a Productive Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kp16jOL6EE
- University Insiders YouTube, Top tips for working from home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJ7P3YVxV-E&t=43s
Wellbeing (Wellbeing and Mental Health support)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/04/wellbeing-tent-student-fest-2021/
- Orange Zone Feedback form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ku66P3NwsRtUn3yoRHZH9vMnnCmGtauh6Ukkhhawc90/viewform?edit_requested=true
- Aimhigher, Beating Lonliness https://www.instagram.com/tv/CCqZ6XtFUhM/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
- Aimhigher, Boosting Low Mood and Gratitude Journaling https://www.instagram.com/tv/CClQhgKlZO9/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
- Aimhigher, Desk Yoga and Stress https://www.instagram.com/tv/CCTP16wFMm4/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
- Aimhigher, Mindfulness and Origami https://www.instagram.com/tv/CCYYBmaIFdt/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
- Aimhigher YouTube, Mental Health at University https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=826XtilX_6E&t=7s
- Chat to Remy https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=8491
- Every Mind Matters (NHS) https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/
- List of Mental Health helplines https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines/
- Mind.org information for Young People https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/for-children-and-young-people/
- Student Stress tips from the NHS https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/student-stress/
- University Insiders, Wellbeing Top Tips https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17871055936720229/
- University Insiders, World Mental Health Day (2017) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUSaJ1k8SBw
The Cash Point (Student discounts, finance and more!)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/04/cashpoint-student-fest-2021/
- Orange Zone Feedback form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ku66P3NwsRtUn3yoRHZH9vMnnCmGtauh6Ukkhhawc90/viewform?edit_requested=true
- Barclays Life Skills, Getting to grips with payslips and interactive money advice https://barclayslifeskills.com/i-want-to-get-to-grips-with-money-and-my-payslip/sixth-form
- Heart of Worcestershire College Advice, Financial Support Guidance Info Sheet 2020/21 https://www.howcollege.ac.uk/media/2697/60387-award-guidance-notes-2021-p1.pdf
- Heart of Worcestershire College Advice, Financial Support Application form https://www.howcollege.ac.uk/media/2694/61151-financial-support-form-20-21-v7-digital.pdf
- Money Advice Service, Entitlement to support for returning learners and students with children https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/financial-support-further-education
- NUS, FE Funding Support https://www.nus.org.uk/en/advice/money-and-funding/further-education-funding/
- University Insiders YouTube, Living off of £20 for a week Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKoQ94yTZqs
- University Insiders YouTube, Living off of £20 for a week Part 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOoG37YhhXM
- University Insiders YouTube, Living off of £20 for a week Part 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgzDWf6s6ts
- University Insiders YouTube, Uni go to meals – Chorizo Pasta https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dh87bfnUOVc
- University Insiders YouTube, Uni go to meals – Fajhitas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r44syGQKySI
Blue Zone
Exam Busting (Exam and Revision tips)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/04/exam-busters-tent-student-fest-2021/
- Blue Zone Feedback Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vm6nfnbV4A9HbggAvxe8yE_BY6b_axKFNZnG11R3yd0/edit
- Aimhigher West Midlands, Study Skills Workshop https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Aimhigher-Study-Skills-Workshop.pdf
- GCSE Pod, Getting ready for A Levels https://www.gcsepod.com/free-resources/getting-ready-for-ks5/
- GCSE Pod, Study, exam and stress support page https://www.gcsepod.com/free-resources/student-resources/
- UCAS, Study Guides https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/student-life/study-skills-guides
- University Insiders YouTube, How to | Stay Organised https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZDiEWhr6fE
- University Insiders YouTube, Top Tips for a Productive Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kp16jOL6EE
- University of Worcester, Study Skills Support Guides https://www2.worc.ac.uk/studyskills/
- Worcester Sixth Form College, Preparing for Sixth Form https://www.wsfc.ac.uk/preparing-for-sixth-form-study/
Main Stage (Exciting talks to prepare you and helpful resources)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/18/main-stage-student-fest-2021/
- Blue Zone Feedback Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vm6nfnbV4A9HbggAvxe8yE_BY6b_axKFNZnG11R3yd0/edit
- Talks and Workshops https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/31/the-virtual-classroom-student-fest-2020/
- Aimhigher YouTube, Can I afford to move away to uni? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tv5oZkaX98E&t=1s
- Aimhigher YouTube, How do I know what course to study at university https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8vwSjJTnTI
- Aimhigher YouTube, How does clearing work? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcDmU76dCAQ
- Aimhigher YouTube, Mental Health at University https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=826XtilX_6E&t=7s
- Aimhigher YouTube, Should I go to college or sixth form? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDlD_se44g4
- Aimhigher YouTube, Should I move away to university or stay at home? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7R3QRmkPeQ&t=51s
- Aimhigher YouTube, Will I miss out if I stay at home during uni? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ui4B3ph_JLA
- Aston University Library Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7QR017k0d8&list=PLPmtaW5JG8TMXIpHpIWAnJ7ghcaxjs1mc&index=7&t=0s
- FINDING YOUR PASSION AT UNIVERSITY: HOW UNIVERSITY HELPED ME EMBRACE MY INDIVIDUALITY https://worcesterstudentlife.com/2020/03/06/finding-your-passion-at-university-how-university-helped-me-embrace-my-individuality/
- Newman University Tour https://www.newman.ac.uk/virtual-tour/
- University College Birmingham Campus Tour https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/virtual-tours/
- University College Birmingham Library Tour http://applications.ucb.ac.uk/virtual-tours-library/view1_1_fullwindow.html
- University Insiders Blog, Charlie, Hi, I’m Charlie https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/06/04/hi-im-charlie/
- University Insiders Blog, Kieran, Lifelong Friends– Kieran’s Story https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/24/lifelong-friends-kierans-story/
- University Insiders Blog, Kieran, My Commute – Kieran’s Story https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/27/my-commute-kierans-story/
- University Insiders Blog, Kieran, My First Steps in HE – Kieran’s Story https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/22/my-first-steps-in-he-kierans-story/
- University Insiders Blog, Kieran, Transition and Support – Kieran’s Story https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/29/transition-and-support-kierans-story/
- University Insiders Blog, Mel, Reflecting on my time at uni – Mel’s Story https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/31/reflecting-on-my-time-at-uni-mels-story/
- University Insiders YouTube, Hi, I’m Charlie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abMqxhZtu7U&t=41s
- University Insiders YouTube, Hi, I’m Liv Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZg5SP29rDs&t=5s
- University Insiders YouTube, Hi, I’m Liv Part 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9L8HWrH6LlU&t=49s
- University Insiders YouTube, Popular Questions we get asked 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNHRuPBrGHo
- University Insiders YouTube, Popular Questions we get asked 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3xr_RmFliM
- University of Birmingham Campus Tour https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/birmingham/campus/explore-our-virtual-campus.aspx
- University of Worcester Campus Tour https://www.worcester.ac.uk/life/virtual-tour.aspx
- University of Worcester Library Tour https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@52.1938812,-2.2260148,3a,75y,165.98h,81.58t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1sAF1QipMKEqhUkQOuJZ_v31lyru34Z4MxgcUPA4XBYP7F!2e10!3e12!7i13312!8i6656
Support Tent (Support Available)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/04/support-zone-student-fest-2021/
- Blue Zone Feedback Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vm6nfnbV4A9HbggAvxe8yE_BY6b_axKFNZnG11R3yd0/edit
- Aimhigher YouTube, Mental Health at University https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=826XtilX_6E&t=7s
- Aston University, Student Support Services https://www2.aston.ac.uk/current-students/hub
- Birmingham City University, Student Support Services https://www.bcu.ac.uk/student-info/welcome-week/help-and-advice/student-affairs
- Chat to Luke https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=6513
- Halesowen College, Support for Learners https://www.halesowen.ac.uk/learners/
- Heart of Worcestershire College, Student Experience https://www.howcollege.ac.uk/student-life/student-experience/
- Heart of Worcestershire College, Student Support https://www.howcollege.ac.uk/student-life/student-support/
- Heart of Worcestershire College, Student Support, Welfare https://www.howcollege.ac.uk/student-life/student-support/college-welfare-service/
- Newman University, Student Support https://www.newman.ac.uk/study/why-newman/facilities/student-support/879/
- Power of Positivity blog post https://worcesterstudentlife.com/2020/01/20/the-power-of-positivity/
- University College Birmingham, Student Support https://www.ucb.ac.uk/student-support/
- University of Birmingham, Student Support https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/support/index.aspx
- University of Worcester, Student Support Services https://www.worcester.ac.uk/life/help-and-support/
Parental Support!
ATTENTION PARENTS University Insiders YouTube playlist, a series of 10 videos exploring UCAS, Open Day top tips from a Mum, Higher Education in a college and much, much more!
Pink Zone
Moving on up (Transition support and prep)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2021/06/04/moving-on-up-student-fest-2021/
- Pink Zone Feedback Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13W1AO6NbhPi_zOMdoW_gKgDT7fFnkxWF8H6KgDNuGpg/viewform?edit_requested=true
- Chat to Remy https://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/speak-to-aimhigher-plus/?user_id=8491
- Complete University Guide https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/universities
- iCould https://icould.com/
- National Careers Service https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
- Prospects https://www.prospects.ac.uk/
- UCAS https://www.ucas.com/
- University Insiders Blog, Charlie, Hi I’m Charlie https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/06/04/hi-im-charlie/
- University Insiders Blog, Kieran, My First Steps in HE – Kieran’s Story https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/22/my-first-steps-in-he-kierans-story/
- University Insiders Blog, Kieran, Transition and Support – Kieran’s Story https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/29/transition-and-support-kierans-story/
- University Insiders Blog, Mel, Reflecting on my time at uni https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/07/31/reflecting-on-my-time-at-uni-mels-story/
- University Insiders YouTube, A levels vs BTEC?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uP5eHH-cETM&feature=emb_title
- What Uni https://www.whatuni.com/
Jobs Board (Employability, CVs and Student Jobs)
- Area Link https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/08/04/jobs-board/
- Pink Zone Feedback Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13W1AO6NbhPi_zOMdoW_gKgDT7fFnkxWF8H6KgDNuGpg/viewform?edit_requested=true
- Barclay’s Life Skills, Help applying for jobs in sixth form/college https://barclayslifeskills.com/i-want-help-applying-for-jobs/sixth-form
- Barclay’s Life Skills, Help with virtual work experience https://barclayslifeskills.com/i-want-virtual-work-experience/school
- Heart of Worcestershire College, Careers Coach https://howcollege.emsicc.com/?radius=®ion=Worcestershire
- iCould, Explore page https://icould.com/explore/#subject
- Jobs Board https://university-insiders.wp.worc.ac.uk/index.php/2020/08/04/jobs-board/
- LMI (Labour Market Information) For All, Careerometer https://www.lmiforall.org.uk/widget/
- UCAS, The Buzz Quiz (a careers quiz) https://www.ucas.com/careers/buzz-quiz
- University Insiders, YouTube, How to ace an interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=14&v=-fxVEAvv_9k&feature=emb_title
University Insiders
University Insiders are a group of recent graduates that tell authentic stories of their journeys through education and beyond. We collaborate together to give you insight into our lives so you can choose what steps in life you want to take next. We work in collaboration with current students, external contributors and guests as well as Aimhigher West Midlands to give you loads of great info!
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