Supported Progression

Supported Progression is a scheme for talented students studying in County Durham and the Tees Valley 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. Pre-16 students apply in Year 10 and follow a two year programme of events, including an Easter Residential, Inspiration Day and a yearly summer school. They also benefit from In-School sessions, working closely with a current Durham University undergraduate or a Year 13 Supported Progression student.

The Post-16 programme is for Year 12 students and offers a substantial package of academic and financial support, as well as admissions guidance, to aid progression to Durham University. Students will take part in a coherent, structured programme of events including an assessed summer school in Year 12. We continue to offer advice and support through Year 13.

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.