Beyond
Explore our transformative program of extracurricular courses and tutorials.​
Go beyond the curriculum with classes and tutorials that help prepare for university, deepen knowledge and broaden horizons.
Go Beyond the Curriculum
At Academeum, we understand that a truly transformative education extends beyond the standard academic curriculum. Our Beyond program offers classes designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
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The pace of global change is accelerating, driven by seismic economic, political, and environmental shifts. Tomorrow's workplace is evolving, with machines predicted to soon spend as much time on current workplace tasks as humans.
In this dynamic environment, good exam results are only one part of the puzzle. Students need an edge to compete for top university places and excel in future careers.
Our Beyond program responds to this evolving landscape, supporting academic and personal growth and ensuring students are not only prepared for the present but equipped with the tools to thrive in an unpredictable future. We aim to nurture well-rounded, adaptable learners ready to tackle the challenges they face with confidence.
These classes reflect Academeum’s commitment to responding to the needs of students and parents, focusing on crucial skills and areas often overlooked in traditional institutions.
Each class is carefully designed to directly benefit students' academic progress, while also providing the tools and confidence needed to navigate a future shaped by technological disruption and global change.
Courses on our Beyond program are open to all students, whether they study A Levels with us or at a school.
The Beyond program includes:
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Destinations: Expert guidance throughout the university application process.
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Perspectives: Interdisciplinary seminars that broaden intellectual horizons.
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Thinking Skills: Development of critical thinking and analytical skills essential for academic success.
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Study Skills: Mastery of essential skills for independent learning: time management, memory enhancement techniques, effective research, academic writing, communication, wellbeing, and teamwork.
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Destinations
Expert guidance throughout the university application process.
Achieving your university goals requires more than good grades. Top universities seek well-rounded students with strong records inside and outside the classroom.
Our Destinations program helps students build compelling profiles, navigate complex admissions processes, and secure places at their chosen higher education institutions. Our structured program emphasizes extracurricular development, helping students to stand out through enriching activities aligned with their interests and ambitions.
We provide expert guidance on researching options, evaluating universities, and understanding factors crucial for success. Beyond writing a strong application, Destinations focuses on the overall journey, working with students and parents to make the process as stress-free as possible.
Whether it’s universities in the UK, USA, or Europe, our expertise and comprehensive support seeks to maximize chances of success.
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Perspectives
Interdisciplinary seminars that broaden intellectual horizons.
In a world defined by interconnected challenges, the ability to think beyond individual subjects is more important than ever.
Our Perspectives course empowers students to become interdisciplinary thinkers, capable of understanding the interlinked nature of complex issues such as climate change, technological disruption, and global conflicts.
Perspectives broadens intellectual horizons by investigating how different fields generate and validate knowledge. Students explore different types of knowledge across a variety of domains, learning how it is acquired, constructed and evaluated, examining the interactions between sciences, humanities, technology and the social sciences. By examining the nature of knowledge itself, they'll develop their critical awareness and become better able to evaluate information and identify underlying biases.
The course challenges students to think critically, analyze real-world problems from multiple angles, and collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds. It's a space to debate complex issues, question assumptions, and discover hidden connections between seemingly unrelated fields.
Perspectives develops the intellectual agility, problem-solving skills, and global awareness that are crucial for success in higher education, the workplace, and an interconnected world.
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Thinking Skills
Developing critical thinking and analytical skills essential for academic success.
In an information-saturated world, critical thinking skills and intellectual independence are more important than ever. Academeum's Thinking Skills course equips students to cut through the noise, analyze information, form reasoned arguments, and solve problems effectively.
Our focus is on teaching students how to think, not what to think. They’ll learn to question assumptions, identify reliable sources, evaluate arguments, and analyze evidence. They’ll become adapt at identifying cognitive biases, pinpointing fallacies, making informed decisions and constructing well-reasoned arguments.
By examining the techniques of persuasion, they’ll also gain a deeper understanding of how information is presented and how our own thinking can be influenced. There are frequent opportunities for students to apply and hone their skills. We’ll help them become confident and persuasive communicators, able to express their ideas clearly in both writing and speaking.
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Study Skills
Mastery of essential skills for independent learning.
Academeum's Study Skills course bridges the gap between classroom learning and the demands of independent study. It’s designed to give students the essential tools for success at A Level, university, and beyond.
The course covers time management, balancing commitments, memory enhancement techniques, effective research, academic writing, persuasive communication, wellbeing, and teamwork.
Our Study Skills course helps students thrive by optimizing study habits, boosting memory retention, managing stress, and conducting research with confidence. Proven revision techniques will transform study sessions into efficient pathways to exam success. Students will also develop strong communication skills, both written and spoken, allowing them to express their ideas with clarity and confidence.
By mastering these key skills, students can reach their full potential in their current studies and also build a solid foundation for lifelong learning and career success.
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Contact Us
Every student's journey is unique. To discuss Academeum’s Beyond program or for more information about how our courses can help your child reach their educational goals, please feel free to get in touch. We are here to support you every step of the way. You can also book an initial consultation with us.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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