26 & 27 February 2027 | NEC, Birmingham

Get essential advice on supporting school leavers.

Take a break and relax in the Parents’ & Teachers’ Lounge, or listen to one of the dedicated talks for information, advice and guidance to help you support your school leaver(s) as they make the transition from school to college, university or an apprenticeship.

Below is a sample list of topics from a previous event, including navigating the US university application process, helping your students identify the right career path for them and more.

Check back in again soon for updates.

 FRIDAY

Time
Speaker
Title
Time: 10:15 am - 10:45 am
Speaker: Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors
Title: How to kickstart your career in surveying
Time: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Speaker: US-UK Fulbright Commission
Title: Supporting your student through the US admissions process
Time: 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
Speaker: Mark Anderson
Title: How to choose the right career path
Time: 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Speaker: NHS, Government Finance Function, RICS
Title: Apprentice Panel Q&A
Time: 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Speaker: Mark Anderson
Title: How to choose the right career path
Time: 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Speaker: Higherin
Title: Why you should consider an apprenticeship

SATURDAY

Time
Speaker
Title
Time: 10:15 am - 10:45 am
Speaker: Mark Anderson
Title: How to choose the right career path
Time: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Speaker: US-UK Fulbright Commission
Title: Supporting your student through the US admissions process
Time: 11:45 am - 12:15 pm
Speaker: Homes for Students
Title: Home away from home: Understanding your university living choices
Time: 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Speaker: Coventry University, Bath Spa University, University of Winchester
Title: Student panel Q&A
Time: 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Speaker: SnapRevise
Title: Techniques and tips to ace your exams
Time: 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Speaker: Mark Anderson
Title: How to choose the right career path
Time: 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Speaker: The Write Stuff
Title: CVs that get results