A support network we are incredibly proud of

A support network we are incredibly proud of

Meet our Pastoral Team

Each of our programmes is managed by a senior, trained and experienced team. Across all of our programmes, students are supported by Mentors, who share their own experience of studying at top universities with inspirational energy – we create a fun, safe environment in which our participants can thrive.

Meet some of our previous Mentors and College managers below.

Learn From World-class *mentors*

Learn from world class tutors in both our residential and online programmes. Our mentors are all Immerse certified and are from some of the world’s top universities.

Freya

Mentor

Studying Medicine at the University of Oxford Freya is a third year Medical student at St John's College, Oxford University. She is a keen runner and cyclist and has recently enjoyed taking up college rowing. Freya is originally from Manchester and went to school in Altrincham before coming to Oxford. Outside of her studies, Freya loves travelling, getting involved with different sports and keeping up the French she learnt at school.

Lily-Mae

Mentor

Studying Chemistry at the University of Oxford Lily is a Chemistry student at New College, Oxford University, where she is the Captain of the Women’s Rugby Team and has recently represented Oxford at Twickenham Stadium. Originally from Kenya but currently living in South Africa, Lily has lived at boarding schools in England since 11. In her free time, Lily enjoys a wide range of water sports and is a keen scuba diver.

Jem

Mentor

Studying Medicine at the University of Oxford Jem is a medical student at Somerville College, Oxford. Having come from Cambridge, they have experienced the perks of living in both famous cities. Their extracurricular interests include playing guitar, badminton and participating in the university eSports team.

Poppy

Mentor

Politics, Philosophy and Economics Graduate at the University of Oxford. Poppy studies PPE (Politics, Philosophy and Economics) at Merton College in Oxford, where she was the Welfare Representative for her college last year. Having grown up in North Yorkshire, Poppy loves to hike and take in the gorgeous Yorkshire countryside when she's home from university in the holidays. Aside from walking, Poppy loves to bake and is an avid reader. She has begun playing cricket at University, which she has found a fantastic hobby when the weather is good enough!

What do our alumni have to say?

Our previous participants have some truly inspiring stories to tell.

My time in Sydney with Immerse has honestly been one of the best things I have ever done. I learnt so much from all the inspirational tutors who have motivated me to challenge myself academically. This experience has allowed me to develop so many amazing new friendships from all over the world. Each and every moment at immerse was engaging, fun and insightful.
Natalie F
Academic Insights Sydney
The Immerse Education programme is a useful experience for both learning and personal career. I learned a lot, met new people, understood new concepts and most importantly I enjoyed it one hundred percent. You get an overview of many topics and realise the world behind what you don’t know about. In my opinion, this was the best choice I could ever make at this age.
Anna K
Current undergraduate of the Imperial College London

FAQs

Can you tell me more about the residential Mentors?

The participants are nurtured and cared for by our experienced mentors and college managers who are current undergraduates or postgraduates studying at the University of Cambridge and Oxford. The Immerse mentors are there to ensure that participants are able to get the most out of the programme, and provide participants with additional support in their chosen subject so that they leave Immerse feeling confident about their academic future.

What is a Mentor 'Family'?

During your time on an Immerse residential programme, you’ll be allocated a Mentor ‘Family’, which will consist of a group of approximately ten other students from all over the world – and your mentor. Within this family, you’ll create memories, and share your experiences.

What training do the Mentors receive?

The wellbeing of participants is at the forefront of everything we do. Our mentors receive Safeguarding and First Aid training and are on hand to offer support and friendship to all participants. They truly understand the challenges and pressures that participants face and are happy to share their own advice and experience. Our resident summer team, together with college personnel supervise the site 24/7. Our locations are all safe environments and all members of staff undergo extensive security and safety checks, including UK Government Enhanced DBS checks.

Learn Directly From Expert Academics From World-class Universities
Like-minded

Learn Directly From Expert Academics From World-class Universities

You will explore novel concepts and share ideas in small groups of like-minded and ambitious peers from around the world. Our small class sizes average seven students.

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