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Queen Mary Business School

Step Ahead+

Step Ahead+ is a unique opportunity for BTEC students to acclimate to university life and prepare for their studies ahead of their first academic semester.

Step Ahead+

Why attend Step Ahead+ (SAP)?

Led by dedicated Y2 and Y3 students, SAP allows participants to meet their peers, engage with faculty, familiarise themselves with the campus environment, and get ready for their studies. SAP is a must for:

  • Year 1-degree students from a BTEC background or without A level Maths
  • Students going into Year 2 from Kaplan

This free 2-day programme running on Thursday 17th and Friday 18th of September, 10am-4pm.

Your time at Queen Mary will be about more than just academics. It's a chance to grow, explore, and make lasting memories. We encourage you to get involved in clubs, societies, and activities that interest you, and to take advantage of our beautiful London location to explore one of the world's most dynamic cities.

We understand that starting university can be both exciting and overwhelming, but rest assured, our dedicated team of staff and your fellow students are here to support you every step of the way.

Key Skills Covered:

  • Ways of Learning
  • Group Work Skills
  • Academic Writing
  • Working with Numbers
  • Reading and Note-Taking Best Practices
  • Preparing for Assessments
  • Presentation Skills
  • Time Management
  • Careers and Employability
  • Engaging with Student Life

Programme Highlights:

  • Breakfast and lunch provided throughout the programme
  • Games sessions
  • Prizes to be won
  • Tours of the campus
  • BBQ Social

If you have any questions or need assistance, reach out to our Student Engagement team at qmbs-engagement@qmul.ac.uk.

Apply Now

Please complete the form below to apply. This is a free programme and once we have received your application form, the team will be in touch with further details. 

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