Supported Progression

Supported Progression is a scheme for talented students studying in the North East and Cumbria who have the potential to study at a university like Durham and who will benefit from additional help and support to reach their full potential. There are two phases to the scheme: Pre-16 and Post-16.

To find out more about the pre-16 phase click on the left below, or on the right for post-16:

Pre-16 Supported Progression
- The Programme
  
  The scheme offers a tangible package of academic support, information and guidance. Students on the pre-16 phase, starting in Year 10, will take part in a two-year structured programme of events. This includes an Easter Residential, Inspiration Days and a yearly Summer School. Find out more here.
The Post-16 Programme
- The Programme
  
  The scheme offers a tangible package of academic and financial support, as well as admissions guidance, to aid progression to Durham University. Students on the Post-16 phase will take part in a two-year coherent, structured programme of events including an assessed Summer School in Year 12. Find out more here.
- Eligibility Criteria
  
  To apply for the scheme you must be: · Studying for Level 3 qualifications (AS Level, BTEC or equivalent) · In the first year of your Level 3 studies (Year 12 or lower sixth) · Studying at a state school or college in the North East or Cumbria (please see our website for a full list of eligible schools) · Normally holding UK or EU nationality. If you do not have UK or EU nationality please contact us for further advice · From socio-economic groups 4-7 according to the National Statistics Socio-Economic Classification (NS-SEC) which will be derived from parental occupation data 1* · Able to demonstrate academic potential (which will be measured by GCSE results in the context of your school’s average performance at GCSE). Find out more here.
- The Support Package
  
  Those who successfully complete the Post-16 phase of the scheme will be recognised as having achieved a qualification equivalent to 40-80 UCAS tariff points that can contribute towards meeting the entry requirements for a programme of study at Durham University, along with a guaranteed offer and a bursary of around £5,500 per annum to help with university costs* * Please note the qualification equivalent to 40-80 UCAS tariff points and the guaranteed offer will be limited to a specified academic department at Durham University which assessed the summer school. Find out more here.
- How to Apply
  
  To find out if you are eligible for the scheme, you will need to complete the eligibility form. Find out more here.