NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS STUDENT SUPPORT What is a Nuffield Research Placement? Why apply? How to put together an effective Nuffield Research Placement application Drop-in question sessions Catch up session during the placements focusing on topics such as on report writing. and applying for the Gold CREST Award Virtual sessions led by NRP Regional Co-ordinator on: I think the communication from the Nuffield Research Placement team has been outstanding. I have spent the past few months filling out countless applications for jobs, programmes etc and by far the communication from the Nuffield Research Placement team has been amazing, before even submitting my application. In comparison to similar schemes and programmes, I believe the clear understanding and efforts of the team through constant communication is great, especially for students in such uncertain times! NRP student 51
Alfie Reeves Asniette Tecle Beth Hough Caitlin Martin-Smith Ellie Roper Maisie Mawn Mia Pearson Sumeed Saleem Virtual Celebration - 27 September 2022 at the STEM Learning Centre in York This was a lovely way to end the NRP programme and for supervisors and students, past and present, to come together to discuss some of their experiences and find out about all the placements that took place this year. Special Awards went to: Currently, 15 students from Yorkshire and Humberside have achieved a Gold Crest Award. CREST is a scheme that inspires young people to think and behave like scientists and engineers. "Thank you ever so much for organising and hosting the celebration event this evening, it was really lovely to see everyone else's projects and what they have managed to produce over the course of the placement.” NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS CELEBRATING SUCCESS 52
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What would you say to someone thinking about applying? 6-8 TABLE OF CONTENTS NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS Page no. What did you enjoy about the placement? 9-10 11-12 4 Schools What have you learnt on placement? 5 Key Destinations
All Saints' Catholic High School (S2 2RJ) All Saints RC School (YO24 1BJ) Allerton Grange School (LS17 6SF) Allerton High School (LS17 7AG) Barnsley College (S70 2YW) Batley Girls High School (WF17 0LD) Beckfoot Thornton (BD13 3BH) Belle Vue Girls' Academy (BD9 6NA) Benton Park School (LS19 6LX) Bingley Grammar School (BD16 2RS) Bradford College (BD7 1AY) Caedmon College Whitby (YO21 1LA) Chapeltown Academy (S35 9ZX) Co-op Academy Priesthorpe (LS28 5SG) Dinnington High School (S25 2NZ) Dixons Allerton Academy (BD8 0DH) Dixons Free Sixth Form (BD5 7JR) Elliott Hudson College (LS11 0LT) Ermysted's Grammar School (BD23 1PL) Feversham Academy (BD3 0LT) Franklin College (DN34 5BY) Garforth Academy (LS25 1LJ) Greenhead College (HD1 4ES) Hall Cross Academy (DN1 2HY) Harrogate Grammar School (HG2 0DZ) Headlands School (YO16 6UR) Heckmondwike Grammar School (WF16 0AH) High Storrs School (S11 7LH) Huntington School (YO32 9WT) John Leggott Sixth Form College (DN17 1DS) King Ecgbert School (S17 3QU) King Edward VII School (S10 2PW) Lawnswood School (LS16 5AG) Leeds City College (LS3 1AA) Longley Park Sixth Form College (S5 6SG) Malton School (YO17 7NH) Meadowhead School Academy Trust (S8 8BR) New College Bradford (BD5 0DX) New College Pontefract (WF8 4QR) Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College (LS2 9BL) Parkside School (BD13 5AD) Richmond School (DL10 7BQ) Ron Dearing UTC (HU2 8BQ) Rossett School (HG2 9JP) Roundhay School (LS8 1ND) Scarborough University Technical College (YO11 2JW) Selby College (YO8 8AT) Sheffield Park Academy (S2 1SN) Sherburn High School (LS25 6AS) Silverdale School (S11 9QH) Sir John Nelthorpe School (DN20 8AA) Skipton Girls' High School (BD23 1QL) St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College (BD9 4BQ) St John Fisher Catholic High School (HG2 8PT) St Mary's College, Voluntary Catholic Academy (HU6 7TN) Tadcaster Grammar School (LS24 9NB) Tapton School (S10 5RG) TEC Partnership (DN34 5BQ) Temple Moor High School (LS15 0PT) The McAuley Catholic High School (DN3 3QF) The Sheffield College (S2 2RL) Thomas Rotherham College (S60 2BE) Trinity Academy (DN8 5BY) Trinity Sixth Form Academy (HX1 1UN) University Technical College Leeds (LS10 1LA) Wales High School (S26 5QQ) Wath Academy (S63 7NW) Woodkirk Academy (WF3 1JQ) Wyke Sixth Form College (HU5 4NT) Interest In Nuffield Research Placements was shown by students in these 69 schools/colleges: NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS SCHOOLS 4
Going to University for Chemical Engineering next year and eventually getting a doctorate in this subject. To become a doctor Study further at university Getting into medical school Attend university and study veterinary medicine, so that I will hopefully be able to help in conservation efforts. Take a gap year before studying Chemistry at University. I'm planning on going into healthcare, medicine specifically. To be a children’s nurse I'm going to apply to Oxford, amongst other universities, to do Geography. I plan to apply to university to study physics. To apply to study Dental surgery University to study pharmacy Medicine university I am aiming to study dentistry at university. Entering medicine I'd like to study medicine at university. University Next year I plan to enter university and either study maths or computer science. To make rockets I would like a career in research for biology Study economics at university Applying for university courses related to biology. Studying Biomedical Sciences at university Undecided, however now I am certain I want to enter the STEM field particularly specialising in research in haematology. I wish to work in the research and development of vaccines A degree In physics and I’m now considering a physics and Astrophysics degree because of the placement Doing an undergraduate degree in physics, maybe theoretical, and later doing a PhD. Become a physician associate To study chemistry or chemical engineering at university University and PhD, then career in research I want to go to university to study natural sciences (focusing on physics and biology) and would love to pursue a career in research or teaching. Aerospace Engineering at University University to study Forensic Science I plan to attend university to study geography - hopefully at UCL or Royal Holloway To study biochemistry at uni NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS KEY DESTINATIONS 5
NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO SOMEONE THINKING ABOUT APPLYING? "It's not as daunting as it may seem and just trying is the best thing you can really do." "Do it; you won’t regret it! It is too much of a unique experience to miss out on." "Be confident and willing to talk to your project leader and ask questions because they have a lot of knowledge and advice to share, make sure you have a passion for the subject that you apply for because it will make the experience so much more enjoyable if you get to write about something you feel enthusiastic about." "Do it, it confirms to you if the field you are going into or exploring is the one for you." "NRP is an amazing opportunity to gain work experience and to learn new things from experienced professionals." "An absolute amazing opportunity don't miss out luckily if you got selected." "Do it! It is one of the best things I've done. Even if you have doubts, still apply because the placements are genuinely amazing and so enriching, and everyone involved is always happy to help if you're struggling." "Definitely do it, there are countless rewards that come out of completing a NRP." "My main advice would be to go and commit to the project for its duration but most importantly to enjoy the course, and certainly the learning will follow." "I would like to say that it is a very interesting and thought provoking experience which cannot be missed and regardless of the type of placement, you will learn something valuable and applicable." S T U D E N T F E E D B A C K 6
NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS "That it is definitely worth it! NRP really helped me grow as a person in a short amount of time and is also extremely value as work experience." "The work is around real problems and helps make changes. to try their best and enjoy the process." "Personally, I was definitely feeling more comfortable staying in my box by not applying to be a part of NRP initially. However, after completing a research placement, I am glad that I applied because I gained invaluable experience that I wouldn't have been able to find anywhere else. I would definitely do it all again if I could and I hope that anyone who is thinking of applying does and seizes this rare opportunity." "DO IT!! It’s so beneficial and you meet some lovely people in the workforce." "Set aside a couple of weeks (1-2) to really focus on researching and writing your essay, with no other major commitments/distractions." "I would definitely encourage anyone who wishes to apply to Nuffield. The experiences made in the placement and undeniably positive and would be useful for any future plans you have." "It is very time consuming but definitely worth it." "To be confident when approaching your new group! Don’t be afraid to ask for help!" "If you aren’t sure about whether you actually want to do the degree you’re planning on doing, NRP is a good way to see what that is like and it helps you make a decision before it’s too late." "Do it! It's an amazing opportunity and you'll have lots of fun. It'll help you know whether or not you enjoy researching and gives you an onsite into university life." "To not waste this once a lifetime chance." "Go ahead and sign up now. It will definitely be beneficial to your future career even if you don't have an idea what to do after sixth form." "Go for it!." 7
NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS "Pushing yourself out of your comfort zone is the first step to becoming a well-rounded individual, and you will come out of your placement feeling much more passionate and confident about your work and communication skills." "I think you should definitely apply- even if you don't get in, writing that personal statement bit will be very useful practice. It is a very good thing to include in your personal statement and also provides you with hard skills to take forward in future study and careers." "Go for it!" "To do it, it’s a good experience ." "Manage time effectively (leave plenty of time to write report and create poster)." "Its a good way to pick up skills will be necessary for your future at University." 8
NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS WHAT DID YOU ENJOY ABOUT THE PLACEMENT? "I’m enjoying the project we are doing ..We have also met quite a few important professors ,which was a good experience-as we got a better overview of the courses." Year 13 student, Bingley Grammar School "Having the opportunity to experience how much independent working is required at the university academic level." Year 13 student "For me personally, I enjoyed gaining insight into what a career in research may consist of, as well as the practical and analytical processes performed within scientific research. I also enjoyed exploring my chosen subject at a graduate level, further enticing me to study my subject at degree level." Alfie Reeves, Caedmon College Whitby "Writing the report after carrying out an independent study." Leonids Bessonovs, Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College "I really enjoyed the writing process." Muhammad Khan, Tapton School "Being able to gain confidence in numerous skills and to learn new techniques beneficial for me to start university." Lillie Hanson, Wyke Sixth Form College "Learning more on the area of my project." Brooke Jowett- Lambert Wyke Sixth Form College "Being able to independently write a report and style it how I see best fit." Isabella Freemantle, Temple Moor High School "Discovering new concept I had not previously known about." Hamida Zeb, Belle Vue Girls' Academy "I got to see the chemical labs and take part in experiments, as well as carry out research in the atmospheric chemistry lab." Year 13 student, Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College S T U D E N T F E E D B A C K 9
"I really enjoyed being able to use the Geant4 software as it was interesting to see the simulations and was something I otherwise wouldn't have had access to use." Abigail Lea, Barnsley College "I got to see the chemical labs and take part in experiments, as well as carry out research in the atmospheric chemistry lab." Year 13 student, Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College "The teamwork." Ayub Saleh, Tapton School "Writing the report." Laareb Akhtar, Bingley Grammar School "Working as a team and giving presentations like a professional." Year 13 student "The skills this project has afforded me, as I’m sure these will really help me to pursue a career in chemistry." Mia Pearson, Elliott Hudson College "I greatly enjoyed the meetings with my placements providers and the topic itself I found very interesting." Zahra Saleem, Dixons Free Sixth Form "Discussing and writing ideas about a specific biological topic." Year 13 student, Feversham Academy "I really enjoyed learning about the scientific perspective and approach when concluding the results found." Alifa Rahman, Leeds City College "I enjoyed writing an essay and finding out information about a topic I am curious about." Emily Gray, Franklin College "Learning how to use SPSS." Year 13 student, Elliott Hudson College "I enjoyed being in a working environment and experiencing what sort of careers I could go into." Keah Parke, TEC Partnership "The lab experience." Abigail Hagos, Harrogate Grammar School "The in person placement." Aisha Mospah, Elliott Hudson College 10 NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS
NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT ON PLACEMENT? "Scientific thinking, communication and creativity." Sumeed Saleem Heckmondwike Grammar School "Have learnt some important fundamentals of the course that I will be doing." Kwan Ho Mok, Huntington School "The rigour behind academic research and the complexities of AI." Abdul Lemamsha, King Edward VII School "I have learned to be more organised in terms of time management, and have discovered what types of research in the Computer Science field I could be doing after university." Nicole Phan, Wyke Sixth Form College "A lot of self study skills, independence, self management, time management." Marim Sabah, Tapton School "I have learned about machine learning." Millie Saffery, Headlands School "That being mature means being able to understand other people and having an open mind to new interpretations and perspectives." Harry Augustine, Trinity Sixth Form Academy "More logical and problem solving skills, teamwork, and completing an essay." Year 13 student, Temple Moor High School "I have learnt the skills and techniques to carry out research, filing it into an academic poster and report in the style of an undergraduate thesis. During this project I have learnt new concepts as well as understanding how to navigate my way through complex software which will be incredibly useful in the future." Parsa Izadi, Tapton School "More logical and problem solving skills, teamwork, and completing an essay." Year 13 student, Temple Moor High School S T U D E N T F E E D B A C K 11
NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS "Conducting a research project data analysis." Year 13 student "Personally, I was definitely feeling more comfortable staying in my box by not applying to be a part of NRP initially. However, after completing a research placement, I am glad that I applied because I gained invaluable experience that I wouldn't have been able to find anywhere else. I would definitely do it all again if I could and I hope that anyone who is thinking of applying does and seizes this rare opportunity." Beth Hough Sir John Nelthorpe School "The multiple roles the NHS offers." Keana Taylor, Elliott Hudson College "How to scientifically present findings, how to quickly carry out data analysis on Excel, the reality of carrying out a scientific project " Emily Ashwell, Heckmondwike Grammar School "To become a more analytical person." Faaizah Khan, King Ecgbert School "How to work better as part of a team and got an insight into University students and their life." Malaika Bahadar, Dixons Free Sixth Form "That I can do things I didn't think I could." Minori Mogan, All Saints RC School "More lab skills, research skills, more on what biomedical science at university obtains." Seble Amir, Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College 12
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Are you over 16 and in full-time education in a maintained school or further education college in the UK? Have you ever been eligible for free school meals or are you the first in your family to apply to study at university? Do you have at least five GCSEs including mathematics, a science subject, and English or another humanities subject? Do you want to apply your scientific and data knowledge to a realworld research project? Are you studying one or more A levels in a science subject, technology, engineering, economics, geography, psychology or maths? Who can apply? How do you apply? Register, complete and submit the online application form. NUFFIELD RESEARCH PLACEMENTS ELIGIBILITY