UPA: Ages 13-18

University Preparatory Academy

Preparing the next generation for university and beyond. Live sessions, after school clubs, on-demand learning, portfolio building, and early exposure to Salesforce, AI, and tech entrepreneurship, all designed for young minds.

Building tomorrow's tech leaders today.

UPA

Ages 13 to 18

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Programme Pillars

Four pillars for a future-ready teen.

UPA combines academic preparation with tech skills exposure, portfolio development, after school clubs, and dedicated mentorship.

University Admissions Prep

Personal statements, application strategies, interview skills, and academic mentoring. We prepare students for competitive university programmes worldwide.

Tech Skills Foundation

Introduction to Salesforce, AI fundamentals, data literacy, web development basics, and digital tools. Build a foundation that gives you a head start in any tech degree or career.

Portfolio Building

Create a personal portfolio of projects, certifications, and achievements that strengthens your university applications and early career profile.

After School Clubs

Structured after-school technology clubs offering hands-on activities, peer collaboration, and guided projects in a fun, supportive environment.

Curriculum

What your teen will learn.

A balanced curriculum spanning technology, academic preparation, and career exposure, designed to complement and enhance school learning.

Technology

Introduction to Salesforce
AI & Machine Learning Basics
Web Development (HTML, CSS, JS)
Data Literacy & Spreadsheets
Digital Tools & Productivity

Academic Prep

Personal Statement Writing
Interview Preparation
Critical Thinking & Research
Presentation Skills
Study Planning & Time Management

Career Exposure

Tech Industry Overview
Entrepreneurship Basics
Financial Literacy
Portfolio Development
Networking & Professional Identity

How We Deliver

Flexible, engaging, and age-appropriate.

Live Sessions

Weekly interactive classes with instructors, guest speakers, and peer collaboration. Designed around school schedules.

On-Demand Library

Self-paced video lessons, tutorials, and practice exercises available 24/7. Learn at your own speed.

Project-Based Learning

Hands-on projects that build your portfolio. Create real websites, analyse real data, and solve real problems.

Workshops & Events

Hackathons, guest speaker series, university open days, and tech taster sessions throughout the year.

The Pathway

UPA is just the beginning.

We have designed a seamless progression from teenager to tech professional, all within the BlackForce ecosystem.

Ages 13-18

UPA

University prep, tech skills, after school clubs, portfolio building

Ages 18-25

Early Stage Career

4 to 6 months career programme, certifications, internship

Ages 25+

Adults CPD

Ongoing professional development, specialisations

For Parents

Why parents choose UPA.

Safe & Supervised

Background-checked mentors, supervised sessions, and strict safeguarding policies for all minors.

School-Compatible

Evening and weekend sessions plus after school clubs designed to complement, not compete with, school commitments.

University Advantage

Students build portfolios and skills that genuinely differentiate their university applications.

Career Head Start

Early exposure to in-demand tech skills gives your child a competitive advantage before they even start university.

FAQ

Questions parents ask.

The University Preparatory Academy is designed for teenagers aged 13 to 18. Content, delivery, and mentorship are all age-appropriate and designed to complement school studies, not replace them.

No prior experience is needed. UPA starts with foundational concepts and builds progressively. The programme is designed to introduce young people to technology in an accessible, engaging way.

Live sessions and after school clubs are scheduled during evenings and weekends to avoid conflicting with school. All sessions are recorded and available on-demand, so students can catch up at their convenience.

Absolutely. UPA includes dedicated university admissions preparation: personal statement workshops, interview coaching, and portfolio development. Having demonstrable tech skills and projects significantly strengthens applications.

Yes. UPA graduates who turn 18 have a direct pathway into the Early Stage Career Development Program, where they can continue with structured training, certification, and internship opportunities.

BlackForce takes the safety of young participants seriously. All mentors and instructors undergo background checks. Sessions are supervised, and we maintain strict safeguarding policies in line with best practices for organisations working with minors.

Give your teen a head start.

Register your interest in the University Preparatory Academy. Spaces are limited and we will contact you with upcoming programme dates and enrolment details.