Is this useful for UCAS personal statements and university interviews?

Yes  --  and genuinely so, not as a box-ticking exercise. Students who understand the science behind advanced therapies, and who can articulate what drew them to it and what they learned, have something substantive to write about and speak to in an interview. Medical school interviews in particular probe beyond clinical experience  --  this programme gives students the scientific depth to go further. We also provide templates to help students reflect on and articulate their experience for personal statements and interviews.

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Will the sessions be recorded?

Yes. Sessions are delivered live, and we strongly encourage students to attend in real time  --  the interactive format is central to the experience. However, if a student is unable to attend a session, a recording will be made available to them.

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What happens if my child misses a session?

Please contact us as soon as possible at info@ednova.co.uk. We will provide a summary of the missed session where possible, though we are unable to offer a partial refund for individual missed sessions.

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Can a parent observe?

We ask that sessions are attended by students only, so that all students feel comfortable asking questions and participating freely. Parents are warmly welcome to contact us before or after sessions with any questions.

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Is this suitable for my child's year group and level?

The programme is designed for Years 10 to 13. No prior knowledge is required  --  the facilitators are skilled at pitching content to a range of levels within the same session.

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How do I receive joining details after booking?

Joining instructions and your child's unique programme ID will be sent by email within 48 hours of booking. If you do not receive them within that window, please check your spam folder and then contact info@ednova.co.uk.​​

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Will the content be too basic for a student who already knows a lot about biology?

No. The programme is designed to go beyond the school curriculum, and the facilitators are industry experts  --  not teachers. Students who are already reading about CRISPR, listening to science podcasts, or researching career paths independently will find the content pitched at a level that challenges and rewards them. The commercial, regulatory, and career dimensions of the field are areas where even well-read students typically have very little knowledge.