Education Liaison and Outreach

UP for It

UP for It The University of Portsmouth's UP for It scheme is a highly successful, energetic membership scheme for 11 to 16 year olds. Launched ten years ago UP for It is the University's response to widening access to higher education.

UP for It aims to raise aspirations, change perceptions and encourage pupils from all socio-economic backgrounds to see higher education as an attractive and accessible option. The club gives members a taste of university life, providing access to university facilities. It has its own website, magazine, and events and workshops throughout the school holidays.

Membership is free and is targeted at individuals – although the majority of recruitment takes place through Education Liaison and Outreach activity in local schools.

  • Members receive benefits including:
  • Free membership
  • High quality magazine sent direct to members home once a term
  • Dedicated website www.upforitclub.org.uk
  • Regular competitions, prizes and quizzes for members
  • Commercial partners offering sponsorship and discounts
  • Invitations to free workshops and events held during school holidays

Other UP for It scheme programmes include:

  • UP for It Juniors – To help with the transition to secondary education.
  • UP for Sport – Sports coaching scheme providing students with the opportunity to share their skills with the local community.