Ten weeks, eight sessions, one plan

The eight sessions

Spread over the 10 weeks, all online, in this order.

1. Session 1

   Introduction

   You meet your mentor, go over how the program works, agree how you will stay in touch, and talk about what you want from the 10 weeks.

2. Session 2

   Discovering passions, looking inside

   You look at your own interests, strengths and values through reflection exercises, and start to connect what you enjoy with what you are good at.

3. Session 3

   Discovering passions, looking outside

   You look outward: which degrees, fields and jobs match those strengths, and which people could tell you more about them.

4. Session 4

   Goal setting

   You set short-, medium- and long-term goals and turn them into an action plan you can actually follow.

5. Session 5

   Career plan

   You list the career options that fit you and make a plan to research them, so you can keep your options open while you decide.

6. Session 6

   Resilience along the way

   You talk through setbacks and new environments, like moving away for university, and how to keep going when things get hard.

7. Session 7

   Scholarships, programs, opportunities and networking

   You learn where to find scholarships and programs, how to apply, and how to reach out to people who can help.

8. Session 8

   Conclusion

   You look back at what changed over the 10 weeks, finish your Academic Roadmap, and agree on your next steps.