The Parkes Institute is also involved in the Humanities TEAtime lecture series for schools and colleges.
What is TEAtime?
TEAtime (Technology, Engineering and the Arts) is a free, exciting and informative lecture series giving students in years 11, 12 and 13 (last year of GCSE, and A Level) the opportunity to connect subjects they are studying in the national curriculum with current University research, and involves our academics across the disciplines. The Humanities TEAtime lectures series is delivered by leading academics in their fields.
When is TEAtime?
TEAtime lectures take place during school hours (12.00 - 15.30) and lunch will be provided.
The programme for 2012/13 was as follows:
- Wednesday 10 October 2012; The Holocaust; Keynote lecture: Dr Shirli Gilbert
- Wednesday 7 November 2012; Identity and Multiculturalism; Keynote lecture: Prof Denis McManus
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Wednesday, 14th February 2013; The Representation of Gender; Keynote lecture: Prof Nicky Marsh
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Wednesday, 13th March 2013; Twentieth Century Political Change; Keynote lecture: Prof Adrian Smith
Each afternoon will run as follows:
12.00
Schools arrive and register
Information stands with University of Southampton staff and students available to answer questions on courses, fees and funding
12.00 - 12.15
Welcome and introduction to the University of Southampton
12.15 - 13.00
Lunch
13.15 - 14.15
Choice of TEAtime workshop
14.30 - 15.30
Lecture
What will my students gain from TEAtime?
- An insight into what it may be like to learn at a research intensive Russell Group University
- Further knowledge and interest in Humanities subjects
- Practice and enhanced understanding of the skills needed for study of Humanities subjects at university
- Further development of critical thinking and reflection
- Talking points for the personal statement
- Access to information on University of Southampton degrees, fees, bursaries and scholarships.
How can I book spaces on the TEAtime lecture series?
All students attending must be in years 11-13 and studying Humanities subjects. Please note that students must be accompanied by at least one teacher or representative from the school.
We would advise you to book your place as early as possible to avoid disappointment. To book your place, please email outreach@soton.ac.uk
