Inspire!

Saturday 5 October 2019

Time Topic
13.00-13.50

Launch of Inspire! Scholarships 2019

For the seventh year, the Inspire! Scholarships offer students the experience of a lifetime, with the opportunity to study at a school or college in the UK and have their full tuition fees covered.

Special! Meet the previous winners of an Inspire! Scholarship who will tell you about their student life in the UK and offer tips on how to win the scholarship.

14.00-14.50

Studying at a British school in Thailand

Studying at a British school in Thailand is becoming an increasingly popular alternative for many families nowadays. Receive advice on the choice of schools from speakers with extensive experience of boarding schools in the UK and British schools in Thailand and listen to interviews with students and parents.

Speakers:

  • Ashley Deacon, Rugby School Thailand
  • Representative from Wellington College International School Bangkok
15.00-15.50

How to get into Top UK Universities

Learn what students can do to achieve the best grades possible during high school with advice from an expert on gaining entry into a bachelor’s programme at the most prestigious universities in the UK. 

Speaker:

  • Henrietta Lightwood, Cardiff Sixth Form College
15.00-15.50

Designing your life—decide what works best for you and study something you really enjoy

“Because life is about designing, not choosing”

Life is a journey, but how do we know the path we are taking will give us the life we want? Find out more about yourself through a design thinking process and receive workshop kits during this session. This workshop is suitable for both parents and students, helping them to decide what subject to study and plan their further studies with confidence.

This special workshop is available for the first 30 students to register.

Speaker:

  • Amorndej Cholpilaiponk, Bellerbys College
16.00-16.50

Insight into A-Levels, BTEC, IB, and International Foundation Year—how they differ and deciding which programme is most suitable for you

A speaker with lots of experience in preparing Thai students for leading universities will explore the differences and key characteristics of A-Levels, BTEC, IB, and International Foundation Year. This session will help you plan your studies, enter your dream university and develop your talents.

Speaker:

  • Panwasa Katherine Smith, Exeter College
17.00-17.50

Oxbridge—how can I increase my chances?

This session is a must for students whose dream study destination is either the University of Oxford or University of Cambridge. Experts and a Cambridge alumnus (bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD) will provide exclusive tips and advice on preparing for one of the top universities in the world.  

Speaker:

  • Michael Foster, Oxford International Education Group
  • Nontawit Cheewaruangroj, Cambridge alumnus 

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