PARTNERS programme
PARTNERS aims to support students who have faced barriers in their journey to higher education
Supporting future students
What is the PARTNERS programme?
The PARTNERS programme has been running since 2000. It is one of the most well-established supported entry routes to higher education. PARTNERS aims to support students who have faced barriers in their journey to higher education. It also aims to address gaps within the student body, as identified within the University’s Access and Participation Plan.
Over 8,000 students have studied at Newcastle University through the PARTNERS Programme. It offers a range of support and opportunities to help make a successful application to Newcastle University.
Through the PARTNERS programme, students could:
- Receive a lower contextual offer to Newcastle University.
- Attend the PARTNERS Academic Summer School.
- Develop skills necessary to be a successful student.
- Meet other students and increase their confidence.
- Receive support through the application process, on results day and after enrolling.
Find out more about the PARTNERS programme.
What volunteering activity can I undertake?
PARTNERS Academic Summer School runs in July every year. As part of this we invite alumni to come and talk to students. They talk about their degree programme, the impact studying at Newcastle has had on their career and their time at Newcastle as a student. Summer School volunteering is open to all alumni but it is especially relevant if you are a more recent graduate, and/or a PARTNERS graduate yourself.
How do I get involved?
To register your interest in volunteering to support the PARTNERS Programme, please click the button below to complete our volunteering form.