Schools & Educators
Inquisitas offers a range of structured super-curricular enrichment options for ambitious students aged 16+, supervised by expert tutors from Oxford and Cambridge. Designed to challenge and inspire, our programmes foster intellectual independence and critical thinking, while nurturing academic curiosity - ideal for students preparing for university or seeking meaningful super-curricular experiences.
Why Inquisitas?
Inquisitas enrichment opportunities reflect the core priorities of leading schools: academic excellence, effective university preparation, independent learning, and intellectual maturity. Our structured yet flexible models support students in developing key skills and extending their learning beyond the classroom - without adding workload for schools - making them a valuable addition to any enrichment or super-curricular offering.
Helps students stand out in competitive university applications by supporting strong UCAS personal statements and university interviews - ideal preparation for Oxbridge, Russell Group, and subject-specific interviews
Encourages independent thinking, academic rigour and self-directed learning
Develops skills in academic writing, critical analysis, and research
Complements EPQ, super-curricular activities, and subject enrichment for meaningful stretch beyond A-level/IB content
Fully online and flexible - fits around students’ existing commitments
No cost or workload for schools - simple integration into enrichment pathways
Partnership options including custom cohorts, discounts, and priority placements
Supporting Students in the Humanities and Social Sciences
Students with an interest in the Humanities and Social Sciences often have fewer structured opportunities for academic enrichment outside the classroom - especially compared to their STEM-focused peers. Inquisitas fills that gap. Our online enrichment programmes provide that academic stretch, helping students explore their interests in depth, gain real insight into university-level study, and build the skills that make them stand out in competitive applications.
Providing Opportunities in the Subjects
While STEM students often have access to Olympiads, competitions, or lab placements, those drawn to subjects like History, Literature, Philosophy, or Politics can struggle to find subject-specific experiences that offer genuine academic challenge and professional insight.
Our online enrichment programmes offer ambitious students the opportunity to:
Engage with complex, university-level ideas
Develop and pursue their own research questions in a structured and rigorous manner
Work one-to-one with leading academics in their fields
Strengthening University Applications
For students applying to competitive universities - including Oxbridge, Russell Group institutions, and selective international programmes - high grades alone aren’t enough. Admissions teams are looking for evidence of genuine subject engagement, independent thinking, and academic maturity.
Our enrichment opportunities help students demonstrate exactly that:
Research Programmes - Craft an original project under expert supervision - ideal material for personal statements and EPQ extensions.
Lecture Series - Show long-term commitment to your subject by engaging with advanced topics and interdisciplinary perspectives.
Academic Conference Days - Develop the confidence to discuss complex ideas in interview settings and stand out in academic discussions.
Each experience provides quantifiable talking points for UCAS applications and interview questions - showcasing initiative, depth of understanding, and a proactive approach to learning that universities value.
Research Programmes
Our fully online research programmes are for ambitious students aged 16+, led by expert tutors from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge.
Designed for sixth formers and gap year students, our immersive 1:1 programmes provide a unique opportunity to:
Explore subjects they’re genuinely passionate about
Develop advanced research, writing and critical thinking skills
Build confidence and stand out in university applications and interviews
Each student undertakes an original research project on a topic of their choice, supported through weekly 1:1 supervisions. The result is a tailored academic experience that mirrors the depth and intellectual rigour of university-level study, providing meaningful super-curricular engagement.
Who Are The Programmes For?
Inquisitas research programmes are for curious, motivated students who are eager to explore ideas beyond the classroom and develop their independent thinking. They offer ambitious students the opportunity to:
Engage with complex, university-level ideas
Develop and pursue their own research questions in a structured and rigorous manner
Work one-to-one with leading academics in their fields
Every project is tailored to challenge and inspire, helping students take ownership of their learning while developing the confidence and intellectual independence that universities value.
Encouraging Interdisciplinary Engagement
While our projects are rooted in the Humanities and Social Sciences, they are open to students of all subject backgrounds. Whether a student is passionate about Literature, History, Philosophy, Politics - or studying Sciences or Maths - the flexibility of our expert tutors means we can shape each project around individual interest. Many of our science-focused students pursue interdisciplinary questions, connecting their technical knowledge with broader ethical, social, or historical contexts.
Some projects our students are currently working on include:
Dystopian literature and the evolution of societal fears in the 20th and 21st centuries
Is the concept of ‘Just War’ theory still relevant in modern conflict?
Does the EU still protect democracy?
Space exploration and national identity: why do nations invest in the final frontier?
How did the Crusades influence the European Renaissance?
Skills that go Beyond Subject Boundaries
Research in the humanities and social sciences cultivates some of the most versatile and sought-after academic skills. These aren’t just valuable for essay-based subjects - they’re essential across disciplines and career paths. Students on our programmes build:
Critical thinking - the ability to analyse arguments, question assumptions, and approach problems from multiple perspectives
Persuasive writing - expressing ideas clearly and convincingly, structuring arguments, and adapting tone for academic audiences
Source evaluation - assessing the reliability, relevance, and bias of texts and data - a key skill in both academic and real-world contexts
Structured reasoning - organising thoughts logically, building coherent arguments, and engaging with complexity without oversimplification
That’s why our research programmes are open to students of all interests! Whether a student is applying for law, medicine, economics, English, or engineering, these are the kinds of skills that set them apart - not only in university applications, but in interviews, internships, and beyond.
These programmes are ideal for:
Students preparing competitive university applications, especially for research-intensive or essay-based courses
Those seeking meaningful super-curricular enrichment
Science or arts students looking to broaden their perspective and build transferable skills such as critical thinking, academic writing, and independent research
How It Works For Your Students
While every student and project is unique, the journey follows a consistent structure
1) Student or Parent hears about the programme (via school or independently)
2) Student or Parent registers interest via our website booking form
3) Once their place on a programme is confirmed, students share details about their current studies, areas of personal interest, and any initial ideas for their project so we can match them with a tutor. They also let us know what academic resources they have access to
4) Students conduct four weeks of research and writing, supported by weekly one-on-one online sessions with their tutor. These supervisions help them develop their ideas, plan and conduct their research, and build key academic skills along the way
5) Students produce a final written project essay to a university-level standard, developed through collaborative editing and feedback from their tutor
6) Student receives a formal letter of recommendation from their tutor, outlining their skills, progress, and achievements throughout the programme
Get Involved
We offer a number of programme types to suit student schedules and the demands of the school term, as well as a range of partnership options including custom cohorts, priority placements, and discounted pricing.
There’s no administrative burden for schools, and our team handles all student onboarding and support.
For more information on partnerships: Partner With Us
Join our Mailing List to be the first to hear details of upcoming programmes.
Lecture Series
Our online Lecture Series offers students a dynamic introduction to university-level thinking - without the pressure of assessment. Designed to stretch high-achieving students and spark new academic interests, the series supports both intellectual curiosity and university preparation.
Delivered by expert tutors from Oxford and Cambridge, each five-week series includes lectures on a range of topics within a subject area. Students are exposed to cutting-edge research and big ideas, helping them broaden their understanding and discover areas they might not encounter in school.
Development through Independent Subject Engagement
Strengthening University Applications
For students applying to competitive universities, well-evidenced super-curricular learning is key. Universities like Oxford, Cambridge, and other top institutions want applicants who can think critically, engage deeply with their subject, and reflect on their learning.
Inquisitas Lecture Series provide students with:
Talking points for personal statements - where they can reference specific lectures, themes or questions that sparked further interest to demonstrate a genuine passion for their subject and commitment to self-directed learning.
Confidence for admissions interviews - where they can discuss ideas beyond the curriculum with clarity and enthusiasm
Depth for EPQ projects or subject enrichment profiles - helping students connect their broader learning to academic research
Building Skills Through Engagement
Our Lecture Series fosters the intellectual agility, curiosity, and confidence students need for success - not only in university applications, but in future academic and professional settings.
Students strengthen skills such as:
Listening and note-taking, as they engage with advanced content and extract key ideas
Critical thinking, by connecting lectures to prior knowledge and exploring new perspectives
Discussion and question-asking, in live Q&A sessions with academic speakers and peers from across the UK and beyond
Academic curiosity, through exposure to interdisciplinary connections and emerging research areas
Accessible, Scalable Enrichment
Because the series is fully online and scheduled in the evenings, it’s easy to fit around school commitments - making it a flexible, low-admin way for schools to stretch and support their most ambitious students.
Join our mailing list to hear about the Autumn 2025 series and subject options.
For more information on referrals and booking school groups for our Lecture Series, get in touch: info@inquisitas.com
Academic Conference Days
Inquisitas Academic Conference Days offer students the chance to immerse themselves in university-style learning, all in one dynamic, discussion-rich day. Hosted online during school holidays, these subject-specific conferences bring together expert speakers from Oxford and Cambridge to deliver a mix of lectures, panels, and interactive sessions.
Designed to challenge high-achieving students and deepen subject engagement, conference days help participants step beyond the syllabus and connect classroom learning with real-world issues and cutting-edge research.
Engaging with University-Style Learning
Developing a meaningful super-curricular profile
For students applying to competitive universities, academic conference days offer powerful super-curricular enrichment. They help students demonstrate the intellectual curiosity and independence that top institutions value - including Oxford, Cambridge, and other selective universities in the UK and abroad.
Participants leave with:
New ideas to reference in personal statements, showing exploration beyond the classroom, and the capacity to meaningfully engage with self-directed learning opportunities
Topics to draw on during interviews, where they can speak about current debates, new interests, or academic insights
Context for EPQs or extended projects, gaining exposure to university-level perspectives and methodologies
Skills that Transfer Across Subjects and Applications
Our conferences promote academic growth in a condensed, high-energy format. Across sessions, students develop:
Analytical listening, by evaluating arguments and perspectives from diverse academic voices
Questioning and discussion skills, through opportunities to interact with lecturers and peers
Broader subject awareness, exploring subfields and interdisciplinary ideas they may not encounter in school
Academic self-confidence, by engaging with advanced material in a supportive, intellectually stimulating environment
Flexible Holiday Enrichment
Held during the Christmas and Easter breaks, our conference days are fully online - making them accessible for schools looking to offer structured, low-admin enrichment outside of term time. Whether as part of a broader gifted and talented strategy or a standalone opportunity, conference days support student ambition and achievement in a powerful, scalable way.
To learn more about referrals and enrolling school groups, get in touch: info@inquisitas.com
Join the mailing list to be the first to hear about Winter 2025 subject dates and registration.
Partner With Us
We partner with schools to offer tailored academic enrichment opportunities. Our flexible, research-based courses help support high-achieving learners through university-style academic experiences that go far beyond the classroom.
Why Partner with Inquisitas?
Support high-potential students with structured enrichment and meaningful academic challenge
Enhance your existing provision with low-admin, high-impact programmes
Strengthen university applications with projects that build confidence, initiative, and insight
Broaden access to unique opportunities in the Humanities and Social Sciences
Partnership Options
We offer three main partnership options:
Referral Partnerships
Joining our referral programme is simple and low-admin. We’ll provide flyers and digital materials you can share with students. All referred students receive up to 10% off, and your school is eligible for priority placements.
Cohort partnerships
We offer bespoke cohort partnerships for schools interested in enrolling a dedicated group of students onto one of our programmes. This option is ideal for sixth forms or departments looking to provide targeted academic enrichment in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
Custom & Collaboration Partnerships
We understand that every school and cohort is different - that’s why we offer flexible, customisable programme options to suit your specific needs and priorities, including themed projects, EPQ extensions, and enrichment week intensives.
We’re committed to working with schools to make participation manageable and affordable, while maintaining the high quality and personal attention that define every Inquisitas experience.
Programme Fees & Partner Discounts
For schools and organisations partnering with us, we offer exclusive discounts to make our programmes more accessible:
Referral Discounts - For students referred via your school
Cohort Discounts - Up to 25% off per student depending on group size
Custom Cohort Pricing - For larger groups or bespoke programmes
We’re always keen to build meaningful relationships with schools and educators who share our commitment to academic challenge and enrichment.
Email us at info@inquisitas.com or complete our Partner With Us form to start a conversation. We’ll get back to you quickly with more information and materials.
Safeguarding & Quality Assurance
At Inquisitas, student welfare and academic integrity are central to everything we do. Our programmes are designed with the oversight and rigour expected by leading schools and parents.
Experienced, Vetted Tutors
All tutors are specialists from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Each undergoes a thorough selection process, and has completed a DBS-check and safeguarding training
Structured Oversight
Each student is supported through a carefully designed framework that includes regular tutor supervision, project milestones, and individual progress tracking to ensure high standards of academic support
Safe, Secure Environment
We follow best practices in online learning and child protection. All sessions are held on secure platforms, with policies in place to protect student privacy and wellbeing
Quality Monitoring
We continuously review tutor performance and student feedback to ensure consistently excellent learning experiences. Our academic leads oversee every project to maintain intellectual challenge and fairness