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Why Attending Talks & Lectures is Important for University Applications and Beyond

Attending events & lectures allows you to gain a rounded appreciation for a subject you are passionate about beyond your school syllabus. School, with its strict schedules and compulsory material, often does not allow enough space for individual exploration and time for you to find out what you are passionate about; instead, you must have the initiative to seek out knowledge. There’s plenty on offer, with lectures and talks open to the public at universities across London, as well as at hallowed institutions such as the British Academy or Royal Society.

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