Decisions at 18 2010 - Flexibility for careers of the future20 April 2010 - 22 April 2010

Mr Matthew Welbourn

Presenter Organisation

UCAS

Presenter Job

Professional Development Officer

Sessions & Workshops

Adjustment explained

Biography

Matthew joined UCAS in 2004 having spent several years in the Royal Navy as a Communications & Intelligence Analyst. Working initially within UCAS' Customer Service Unit he subsequently progressed into the Policy & Communications Department, where he is now a member of the External Relations & Development Unit.

As a Professional Development Officer, Matthew has extensive experience of providing training and consultancy on key issues that impact on progression to higher education, including professional development sessions for admissions and recruitment staff working in higher education institutions, those advising applicants through the admissions process including teachers and careers advisers, and also sessions to parents and young people on the applications process.

Matthew represents a seven strong team of Professional Development Officers, who are chosen not just for their educational experience, but also for their ability to empathise with the needs of advisers in the delivery of outreach services and training.