Enrich your learning with the Q-XTRA Programme

Beyond Grades: Why Q-Xtras matter

Academic results are your ticket to the interview, but your people skills are what win you the offer. In an increasingly competitive world, leading universities like Southampton and Winchester are looking for more than just high marks; they want ‘well-rounded” individuals who can communicates, lead, and adapt. With 74% of UK employers now prioritising “human’ skills like problem-solving and teamwork over technical knowledge alone, our Q-Xtra – ACE Programme ensures you don’t just leave here with a certificate, you leave with the character and real-world experience that the Hampshire job market is looking for.

Introducing Q-Xtra and the ACE Programme

Q-Xtra is our personal development framework running alongside your studies, designed to holp students maintain health, contribute to the community, and develop employability skills that universities and businesses demand.