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It’s here! The final issue of Source for 2018!

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nd what a fantastic year it has been. Here at Source HQ we’ve been working hard to bring you the latest celebrity interviews, apprenticeships, career inspo and so much more. This issue is packed with even more fun!

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We visited Craiglang to catch up with our favourite pensioners ahead of their farewell tour. Yes, Jack and Victor have shared the inside goss on the final series of Still Game and their last string of shows.

STAFF WRITERS

Not finished with film sets, on page 22 we spent the day with a stunt performer. Explosions, fight scenes and death defying heights, we learn how you too could work on the biggest shows in the biz from Peaky Blinders, GoT to Outlander. We needed a lie down after all the action.

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Finally, it’s the most wonderful time of the year! We’re already blaring NOW That’s What I Call Christmas, digging out the tinsel and fairy lights. Don’t worry, we’ve not left you in the dark. Discover all the festive excitement happening across Scotland, plus the must attend gigs, events and more going on well into the New Year over on page 43.

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8 Down The Clansman with Still Game

As Jack and Victor prepare for the Final Farewell, we catch up with all the Craiglang goss.

30 Over a decade of You Me At Six

Gone are the questionable hairstyles but the tunes remain. We chat with guitarist Max about ten years on the scene.

46 The mantra of Bring Me The Horizon The Sheffield rockers discuss life on the road, a love of Irn Bru, and their real fav place to play.

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11 Our guide for going to college

Ditch the stress and get all the knowledge on heading off to college with our guide.

14 Acing your application

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17 Study savvy

Revision is never on the top of the to-do list, but we’re putting the fun into studying.

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20 Teaching matters with the University of Edinburgh

If you’ve got a passion for nature and the great outdoors then look to Edinburgh.

41 Smash your personal statement

The need to know hints and tips.

WORK 19 Looking for a rewarding career?

Look to Opito

Does working offshore in a lucrative job sound right for you? OPITO is the answer.

22 Dream job: the stunt double

Want to know how to become a stunt double? Same. So, we found out how.

24 Discovering an alternative route One artist reveals how to take an alternative route to career satisfaction.

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The latest must attend gigs, binge worthy shows, and parties.

27 Facing the future with Fire Up Scotland

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Winter is coming (or it has arrived, burr) and with it comes the brand new GoT season eight promo video!

The excitement is palpable at Source HQ.

Did you head along to Fire Up Scotland? We speak to organisers to get more inspo.

35 Making a difference

Volunteering is great fun and looks fab on the CV. One volunteer tells us how to get involved.

36 Let's get jetset

Gap years, interrailing and Camp America, adventure is out there and we reveal how to do it on the cheap.

43 What’s on guide winter 2018

Winter is a social butterfly’s haven: ice skating, festive markets, drive in movies.

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38 Money money money

In a rich man’s world… Don’t get yourself in a financial rut with your SAAS.

FMX STAR SURPRISES WITH STUNT And Source were at the centre of the action! Watch as FMX stuntman, Jamie Squibb jumps 60ft over the SSE Hydro.

Are you feeling stressed? Practicing self care is so important. Take a look at our top stress-free tips.

TOP 10 MONEY MAKING DEGREES

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Stay entertained through the cold winter months with all the latest events, releases and gigs

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Stockport-born fivepiece Blossoms are back on tour with their latest album Cool Like You. The wait for the tour has been so long we almost can’t stand it.

It wouldn’t be December without something festive.

Watch the streets of Glasgow transform as more than 8,000 Santas tackle a 5K to raise money for Beatson Cancer Charity. Everyone welcome.

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Gerry Cinnamon

Aquaman

Prepare to have serious hair envy as Jason Momoa takes on the role of Aquaman. Part of the Justice League series, the film follows Arthur Curry who learns that he is the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis.

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For those of you lucky enough to have tickets to Gerry’s Christmas Eve sold out show – we’ll be jealous until at least the end of 2019. If you haven’t snatched yours up yet keep your eyes peeled for tickets released closer to the gig.

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Rumour has it the next series of Black Mirror is almost ready. Creator Charlie Brooker confirmed filming of new episodes was underway in March, so going by previous seasons the fifth instalment will arrive late 2018 or early 2019.

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If, like us, you can’t stop listening to The Greatest Showman soundtrack then keep 8 January free – a sing along is coming to town.

Learn the moves, grab an interactive prop bag then sit back and enjoy.

STILL GAME

We catch up with Victor on pages 8-9 and he’s spilling the tea on season 9. We can confirm that the final season of the legendary show will air this winter. We’re not crying, you’re crying.

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It has been less than two months since The 1975 released their third album A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships, but we’re counting down the days until they arrive in Glasgow.

Expect plenty of monochrome outfits.

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In autumn Bastille graced the cover of Source and for winter they’re gracing the stage of the O2 Academy in Glasgow on their Still Avoiding Tomorrow tour.

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Glasgow-made Chvrches are coming home for a show at the Hydro on their Love Is Dead tour. We’ll be front row hoping to be brought on stage in some kind of miracle.

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Celtic Connections

Various locations, Glasgow www.celticconnections. com

With 300 events and over 2,000 artists taking part, Celtic Connections has something for everyone. Experience some Americana and top it all off by heading to a ceilidh.

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Glasgow Film Festival

Glasgow Film Theatre www.glasgowfilm.org

Glasgow Film Festival is back at the GFT for 2019 bringing the best independent films to Scotland.

We’ll be trying to catch a glimpse of as many celebs as possible.

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n a small stage in Edinburgh, friends Greg Hemphill and Ford Kiernan discovered their ticket to laughs. Kitted out in knitted jumpers and bonnets, Jack and Victor came to life. The duo has taken their friendship and turned it into one of the most loved Scottish comedy skits in recent years.

BEST BUDS

“Of all the characters to write, Jack and Victor were the easiest,” enthuses Greg, who has been writing and acting since the early 1990s. “You just close your eyes and ten minutes later you had three pages of what we thought was hilarious and, hopefully, the audience would agree.

Their voices came very naturally to us. I remember Ford remarking one day that Jack and Victor could be funny about anything.”

Funny is certainly a quality that shines through Jack and Victor, not to mention the situations they find themselves in. And they’ve been in some tricky situations. For us watching at home, series nine will be on our screens in the coming months, but Greg and the rest of the cast waved goodbye to Craiglang back in September of this year.

Greg explains: “It was quite emotional, but also a lot of relief. To know that the audience is going to get to see the final episode is exciting to me; we know that there is still the Hydro so it’s not the end of Jack and Victor, yet. It’s the end of the television story. 62 episodes – it’s a long time. With all the best shows it’s all in the ending.

“The audience loves the characters as much as we love them and you want to give a sense of finality to that, because you feel like they deserve it. As actors and writers, we are lucky to have a set of characters that audiences have responded to in a way that they have. It feels like an ending is important.”

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dates and performing to a total of 210,000 enthusiastic fans, Still Game is once again preparing to go on the road.

TO THE STAGE

Glasgow is a notoriously rowdy and energetic crowd, but what is the difference between performing in a studio compared to going live? “Things can change through the production, certain scenes can slow down or speed up and the audience will laugh at something you didn’t expect them to – it’s a bit more random,” laughs Greg.

“A TV episode can unfold gently and be funny, whereas a theatre show is like a party and you want to generate the electricity and energy.”

Greg adds that performing live is natural for the Still Game cast as that’s where it all began. Performing at the annual Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Greg and Ford were surprised at the hilarity and humour that came from the two pensioners. But, let’s be serious, who doesn’t love spending time with their grandparents?

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Even Greg agrees: “My grandfather so much abuse from the guys and used to say things to make my dad gives it back. Winston, of course, and shocked, he would say things to outrage Tam’s tightfistedness makes me laugh or embarrass him, and he would look at endlessly and Navid is wise: he is like the me and I would piss myself laughing. oracle Jack and Victor go to for advice.

There was a family dynamic there Then Isa is the only regular recurring where your father and mother are female character in it and her voice your guardians and keepers, but resonates even more because of that.” grandparents are always having The strength of partnership fun with you and being between the characters, and Catch our mischievous… People see the adoration and love for full interview them as a child who is also the characters, is statement with Greg on the in the body of a wrinkly to the power behind Greg old man or woman,” Greg and Ford’s writing. website, www. chuckles. sourcemagazine.

And it is this love of MAKING WAVES co.uk grandparents that has Having completed an MA driven the inspiration behind Honours Degree in theatre, film Still Game and the community of and television at the University of Craiglang.

Glasgow, Greg encourages fiercely that now is the time to follow your dream.

COMMUNITY No matter if you want to be on the stage, “Everybody has a favourite,” emphasises you’re bursting with creative ideas to Greg. “At some stages you love them write a play, want to be the mastermind all. I went through a phase recently behind sound, direct, or have a passion of just loving Bobby because he takes for engineering and science: there are @SourceMag

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a multitude of courses on offer. For creative graduates the fear of not getting recognised is a distant memory.

Greg adds: “Even once you come out of college; content is king at the moment.

There are so many channels bursting for original content. When I was growing up you had the BBC, Channel 4 and ITV. Now, you have Hulu, Netflix, Amazon, HBO; there are so many more choices all looking for content. For writers and performers there is more work than ever.

“Here’s a good bit of advice: don’t waste time at college doing a course that you’re not interested in,” Greg encourages passionately. “You’ve got to follow your own path and follow your own instinct, that way you preserve your time, because time goes quickly.”

Wise words from the man behind your two favourite pensioners.

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College could be just the place for you to uncover the path to your dream job.

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Kicking off the process is, probably, the most important decision: what course to go for. This may be an easy choice; if you want to be an engineer or an accountant, for example, the choice is clear. However, if you’re unsure about what you’d like to do in the future, the decision can be tough.

One of the key things to do before choosing your course is to identify your interests, your passions and your strengths. So, if you enjoy caring for others, perhaps a course in social care could be for you. Or if you’re a shameless book-lover, you could be well-suited to studying literature.

Another way to think of it is, if you don’t know what you want to do – as many don’t after they leave school –

choose something that will leave you with lots of options when you gain your qualification. Something like history, or administration will provide more options than teaching, which is more specific to a certain career route.

Suzie Eggins graduated from Moray School of Art, with a BA (Hons) degree in Fine Art. “The course was very open and allowed me to follow my own interests and direct my studies accordingly,” explains Suzie. “The tutors had a variety of specialisms which meant I received a broad range of feedback and input into my work. Practical work is paired with theory which deepens the learning experience.”

As the saying goes: “Do what you love, and you’ll never work another day in your life.” The truth is, it may still be hard work, but if you choose to study something you are genuinely interested in, the self-motivation to work hard will come naturally, and it’ll be much more enjoyable. @SourceMag

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You also need to think about the type of qualification you want to leave with, which varies across different colleges. Some colleges provide National 4, National 5 and Higher courses, for you to add to the qualifications you earned at school.

Others provide Higher National Certificates (HNC) and Higher National Diplomas (HND). The former usually takes a year to complete, with the latter taking two years. While many leave education with these qualifications and enter long-lasting careers, it is also possible to go straight into second or third year of university, to achieve a bachelors or honours degree.

Some colleges, such as the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), which has campuses across Scotland, also provide bachelors and honours level degree courses. The courses last four years, unless you proceed directly into second or third year after your HNC or HND.

COLLEGES

Choosing the right college for you is another big decision. The good news is that there are 26 colleges across 13 regions in Scotland: you’re spoilt for choice. Whether you want to head to the big cities of Glasgow, Edinburgh or Aberdeen; or you want to learn in a rural setting with the great outdoors on your doorstep, there’s something for everyone.

If you’re struggling to choose between courses, the deciding factor could be in the college itself. Torn between a course in a city and a course in the countryside, why not have a think about where you can see yourself living: the campuses, the accommodation and the social life you’d have at either choice, and take it from there. A pros and cons list is a great place to start.

For Suzie, Moray College’s School of Art had the best reputation, and being part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) network, made the choice for her, a simple one.

“I would recommend Moray School of Art for anyone who is interested in developing their own creativity and having the space to explore and experiment with different ideas and media,” Suzie advises.

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FACILITIES

Certain colleges have facilities that are tailored to specific courses. For example, if you’re interested in a course in media, City of Glasgow College provides television and radio studios, cameras, and post-production resources.

North East Scotland College (NESCOL) has a theatre and stage for creative students to showcase their work at the Aberdeen City campus, plus a training restaurant for culinary students to put their coursework to use in a professional setting, which can be found at the City and Fraserburgh campuses.

Edinburgh College has beauty salons at both the Granton and Milton Road campuses, to allow beauty and hairdressing students to prepare for the world of work when they enter the industry.

Discovering the best college for you and your future is important, alongside finding the best education provider for your course. Make sure you do the necessary research, to ensure you end up at the best place, and on the course right for you.

“It’s not always clear what pathway to take before you start a course, but if you are drawn to something then go for it,” urges Suzie. “It’s always possible to transfer or change your mind if you need to, so don’t worry about making the ‘wrong’ choice – there isn’t one – it all works out in the end.”

75% OF STUDENTS GO ON TO FURTHER EDUCATION AFTER COLLEGE THE AVERAGE AGE OF A COLLEGE STUDENT IS 20 THE GENDER SPLIT OF COLLEGE STUDENTS IS 50/50 69% OF STUDENTS STUDY PART-TIME; 31% FULL TIME THE SCOTTISH COLLEGE POPULATION IS MADE UP OF 195 NATIONALITIES

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ACING YOUR APPLICATION

Once you’ve decided on a college course it’s time to start your application, don’t worry, it’s not as scary as it sounds – promise. Follow our application guide for success

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he application process is your time to show colleges why they should offer you a place on the course you fancy. Unlike applying for university, applications have to be sent directly to the colleges. Trust us, this will probably be the hardest part about applying for college, but there’s no need to panic.

Follow these five steps and you’ll be packing your bags and heading to college before you know it.

CHECK THE DATES When getting ready to start your application, it is important to check the dates for all the courses you are applying for.

The opening and closing dates for applications will be unique to each college and course. They will also be able to advise you on when you should hear back on potential placements.

Making a list of the important dates can help keep you on track and avoid confusion or disappointment. Most colleges start accepting applications in January for full-time courses beginning in August.

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FILL OUT YOUR APPLICATION

If you’re planning to apply to multiple colleges then the applications will probably be similar, but it’s always important to read what is required for each individual course. All applications will ask for information about you, including: where you’re from and what course you would like to apply for, and your qualifications. This part of the application is normally laid out like a questionnaire.

The application will also give you the opportunity to talk about your hobbies, interests and skills. If you are applying for a creative course with a lot of practical elements, like design or photography, you might be required to submit a portfolio of your work to go alongside the application.

WRITE YOUR PERSONAL STATEMENT

Your personal statement is effectively an essay about you, your interests and why you want to study your chosen course. This is the perfect opportunity to dazzle prospective colleges and let them know why you are the ideal candidate.

Along with being an outlet to showcase all the skills you have learnt at school; your personal statement is where you show colleges that they are the right fit for you. Read our guide to writing a cracking personal statement on page 41 before you start.

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Before you send your application off, and begin to not so patiently wait and hear back from colleges, seek support from a parent, teacher or careers adviser.

They will be able to check over your application and give you pointers on what could be improved.

SEND YOUR APPLICATION Once everything is finished, filled in, and has been checked over by somebody else – it’s time to send it to your chosen college. Most colleges now accept online applications, but if they require you to apply by post leave extra time for your application to be sent and delivered. You don’t want it getting lost in a blizzard.

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NHS Highland has something for you • We are recruiting: Nurses (RGN and RMN), Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Doctors, Domestics, Porters, Health Care Support Workers, Administrators & Modern Apprenticeships.

• Various locations throughout the Highlands of Scotland • Rural Setting or City Living the choice is yours – we have both

For information about living and working in the Highlands please visit https://nhshighland.medical.careers.global or www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk and select NHS Highland for vacancy information

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ARE YOU STIRLING?

ARE YOU COMPASSIONATE? HAVE YOU CONSIDERED A CAREER IN NURSING? At the University of Stirling we offer courses in :

- ADULT NURSING - MENTAL HEALTH NURSING BSc / BSc (Hons)

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study savvy It doesn’t matter how many times you’ve done it: exam season is never easy. If you’re struggling to work out what your study style is, why not try out one of these tips?

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hether your first set of uni exams are coming up, or your higher prelims are on the horizon, exams can be daunting and it can be hard to motivate yourself to revise. Every person has a technique that works for them.

RECORD YOURSELF This is great for subjects such as French or Spanish, if you need to memorise essays, or English if you need to stock up on quotes. Record yourself speaking your notes, or saying quotes aloud, and play them whenever you can – on the bus, walking to school, even while you sleep if it won’t keep you up at night.

It might not feel like you’re doing much, but if you listen to it often enough, you will take everything in and it will be easier to recall the words when you’re sitting in the exam. Sorted!

FOREST

GOJIMO

Procrastination is a huge problem for students – we’re all guilty of it – but this app will ensure you stop putting off studying. It costs 99p, but boy is it worth it! When you open the app it will ask you to plant a tree. You can choose how long you’d like to plant it for: from 15 minutes up to two hours. After choosing the length of time, simply lock your phone and start revising.

If you come out of the app while the tree is growing, you will kill it, therefore encouraging you to stay off your phone while you revise. For every tree that lives, you get coins which can be used to plant real trees around the world, meaning you can actually use your study time to help the environment. What’s not to love?

Gojimo is the UK’s most popular free revision app, with over 40,000 practice exam questions. Simply choose your year and subject and test yourself. You can download quizzes for offline use, track your progress, work out what your strengths and weaknesses are and check off topics as you learn.

Though the app is mainly tailored to those studying in England, you can test yourself on some Higher classes, and a lot of the GCSE and A-Level topics are similar to Scottish subjects.

TEACH SOMEONE ELSE One of the most famous methods of revision is also the most successful.

Sit down with a parent, sibling, friend, anyone: as long as they know nothing on the subject you’ll be fine. Teaching someone else will ensure you understand the topic and can explain it well enough for a novice to have a good knowledge, too.

After your mini lesson, return to your notes and have a look at what you missed, forgot, or got wrong. Much like recording yourself, speaking your notes out loud will help you memorise them and seeing someone else understand what you’re teaching will boost your confidence.

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Be part of one of the UK’s most successful apprenticeship programmes 96% of OGTAP apprentices gain

employment on successful completion of the programme

The Oil & Gas Technical Apprentice Programme provides individuals with a mix of theory and practical learning at college and on-the-job at one of 19 oil and gas businesses.

As an apprentice you will: Study towards related qualifications

Gain job-specific skills

Earn while you learn

Do you have what it takes?

Check out the entry requirements at ogtap.co.uk The application process opens early 2019. If you meet the entry requirements, are hardworking with a practical and hands-on attitude, sign up online for alerts via the OGTAP website.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

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The Oil and Gas Technical Apprentice Programme (OGTAP) is one of the UK’s most successful apprenticeship schemes.

Providing practical training with like-minded people working towards nationally recognised qualifications and a foot up into a long-lasting career, your future starts here

anaged by OPITO, the global, not-for-profit, skills body for the energy industry, and the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), the 2018 OGTAP intake saw over 100 people successfully making it through the selection process to begin 21 months of study at either North East Scotland College (NESCol) in Aberdeen or Edinburgh College.

Following their practical and theoretical studies, apprentices work in-house for two years at one of 19 sponsoring companies which include

BP, Nexen, Shell, Wood, Aker Solutions and Worley Parsons. Earlier this year, operating companies EnQuest and Serica Energy also joined the programme, which has been running since 1999.

OFFSHORE

Harry Irvine from Aberdeen was offered an OGTAP place four years ago and hasn’t looked back. Since completing the programme, Harry has excelled, growing into a full-time role as a mechanical maintenance technician with global oil and gas company, Nexen.

He is part of the offshore team supporting the Buzzard field in the central North Sea. “Two years of onthe-job training definitely prepared me for working in what is seen as a challenging career option due to the offshore environment and rotational work,” says Harry. “I’ve always felt part of the Nexen team and now that I’m qualified, I feel I’m taking big strides forward.

“A typical day offshore involves routine safety-critical maintenance which is vital for the platform’s successful operations. I have genuine responsibilities and work as a trusted member of the team. All of this is down to my apprenticeship training.”

career as a rope access specialist offshore encouraged Robyn to explore routes into the oil and gas sector.

After hearing she’d been successfully accepted onto the programme, Robyn passed her driving test, moved out of her family home into student accommodation, and started her studies as a process operations apprentice at NESCol. She enthuses: “I’ve been able to settle into life in Aberdeen with the support of my OGTAP mentors, new classmates and friends and I’m able to earn while I learn. An apprenticeship may be seen as an alternative route into the sector than most students take, but I believe the hands-on experience and learning from experienced co-workers will get you into your chosen career quicker.

“OGTAP has an exceptional reputation across the oil and gas sector because of the way you learn and the standard of the training. I’m looking forward to completing my apprenticeship and having an excellent career.”

Applicants to the scheme must be 16 years old by May of the application year (there is no upper age limit) and should have National 5 A-C grades in four subjects, including mathematics, English, one of physics, chemistry or engineering science and one other. So, what are you waiting for?

REWARDING

Robyn Burn from South Shields, Tyneside, joined OGTAP this year.

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TEACHING MATTERS WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH If you have a passion for the wilderness and conserving our planet, then the University of Edinburgh is your next destination. Step into the wilderness to see the value of place-based education through local landscapes

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ake in a breath of fresh air with the Outdoor Environmental and Sustainability Education programme at the University of Edinburgh.

Elements are situated in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, the programme ignites new talents, experiences and understandings of the teachings through placebased education. This programme is perfectly suited to those looking to make a difference.

ON SITE

Specifically designed to be delivered locally, the course provides an enhanced and unique learning space.

Dr Robbie Nicol, senior lecturer on the Outdoor Environmental and Sustainability Education programme, explains: “When we see and hear the students gathered around an oak tree I am trying to deepen their phenomenological engagement and relationship.”

Phenomenology is the study of structures and the experiences and consciousness of that structure. This is pivotal learning on the programme advancing understanding of our surrounding environment and the changes being made in the world.

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education is valuable as many primary and secondary schools across Scotland partake in outdoor education. Here is your chance to take your creativity and love of nature and put a twist on educational sessions available.

QUALIFICATION

There are three possible levels for the MSc Outdoor Environmental and Sustainability Education course: Masters, Diploma or Certificate.

During the programme you can expect to develop intellectual skills through intriguing, hands on lessons that are both in professional and academic settings.

After acquiring your degree, you will be fully equipped and prepared for a career in facilitating learning that focuses on themes of environmental, sustainability, and ecological education. Dr Nicol concludes that it is a privilege to work with the University of Edinburgh and watching students cross boundaries in search of innovative teaching and learning practices.

Do you have what it takes? Grab your waterproofs and wellies because there is a world of adventure waiting for you to discover at the University of Edinburgh.

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Creating more from wood

For our plants in Northumberland and Ayrshire The daily work of 9,200 employees in 18 plants worldwide makes EGGER a leading international producer of wood-based materials.

We continuously grow with innovative products for the furniture industry, architects, fabricators and trade.

For 2019, we are recruiting graduates, undergraduates, apprentices and summer placements for the following opportunities within our UK plants: • Commercial and Production Engineering Graduates.

We offer : • The opportunity to join a large manufacturing employer in your area, focussed on quality, customer service, the environment and sustainability.

• Progressive development and career opportunities.

• Competitive employee benefits and pension scheme.

• Rewarding and varied job role.

• Technologically advanced systems and processes.

• Production Engineering, Mechanical Maintenance Engineering, Chemical Engineering and Forestry Undergraduates (12 month placements).

• Opportunity to develop a long term career with an international, award winning Company.

• A range of Summer Placements within a variety of departments including: Production, Laboratory, Wood Purchasing, Transport, Warehouse, Finance, IT, Marketing, Product Support, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical Engineering.

These positions will be advertised on www.egger.com/jobs in due course with closing dates of early 2019. If you would like to register your interest, please apply via the website to secure your chance of being considered for the opportunities.

• Apprenticeships within Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (4 year schemes) and Business Administration (2 year scheme).

Also Manufacturing Apprenticeships (2 year scheme) are available at our Auchinleck site.

Your contact person is: Phil Maloney (Northumberland) t +44 1434 613361 Katrina McEwan (Ayrshire) t +44 1290 427406 Please apply online at

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THE STUNT DOUBLE

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It was back in 1997 that Paul Howell started his career performing adrenaline inducing stunts on film and television. Working as a stuntman on box office hits including Game of Thrones, Wonder Woman, Peaky Blinders and Outlander, Paul sat down with Source to tell us all about his thrilling career and how you can get involved

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ow did you get into stunt What would you say the highlight of performing? your career has been?

As a kid I grew up watching I’ve enjoyed everything during my programmes like The Fall Guy and career and I haven’t got a single films including Hooper. I was always highlight as such. I’ve been part of trying to be Evel Knievel, jumping The British Stunt Register for 22 years my bike over ramps. I left school and now and even now, I still enjoy that went straight onto a Youth Training feeling I get when the phone goes for Scheme, which focused on sport and a job! leisure. I joined this scheme because I knew one of the placements was What are some of the biggest at Camelot Theme Park in challenges of being a Lancashire; I knew the stuntman? position was to be part One of the biggest of the jousting team. challenges as a stuntman I was fortunate So, I went to Camelot can be mentally. You to be part of a and became part of might be on a shoot that record-breaking the entertainments consists of numerous team doing daily weeks working nights. team on Game of jousting shows.

Or it could be 4am and Thrones Within a year I was a you’re 40ft up, just about knight and falling off to fall off a building: it’s horses for a living. windy, rainy cold, and you’ve got to maintain your focus.

What has your favourite job been, Being prepared for a stunt mentally is and why? a big challenge and learning to stay Wow, I don’t think I could pick one! I focused is essential. was fortunate to be part of a recordbreaking team on Game of Thrones What advice would you give any that set a record for most guys fully students or young people looking set on fire at once. That was great, into a career as a stunt person? and I was proud to work with a great You only get out what you put in. bunch of people.

Joining The British Stunt Register is I have been lucky enough to travel only the first step. Train hard, gain all over with my job and see some skills, improve them, and constantly amazing places that I probably add to them throughout your career. If wouldn’t get to see if I wasn’t filming it’s your dream, don’t give up on it: go there. for it and make it happen.

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How do you feel about a job that’s rewarding, fun and has the potential to change lives?

We need people who are caring, creative and full of enthusiasm to work in nurseries as part of the expansion of Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) in Scotland. You could be a support worker or ELC practitioner with opportunities to progress to nursery manager, improvement officer or even own a nursery!

There are lots of jobs in this sector in Moray with plenty of opportunities for on-the-job training to gain qualifications. Check out your options on www.elcacademy.scot where you’ll find out how to train, how you can progress in a career in ELC and see all the latest jobs in ELC advertised.

Or just drop us an email educationandsocialcare@moray.gov.uk

Want to change the world?

We can help!

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Through our free Scotland-wide activities, we provide a safe space to explore ideas and develop useful enterprise skills. Since 2000, we have helped thousands of students in Scotland fulfil their potential and make a difference.

Find out more at: @scottishinstituteforenterprise

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As you come to the end of your time at school there can be a lot of pressure to go to university or college, but taking an alternative route to a career can be just as effective. Remember, you’re on your own path and following your ambitions is the secret to success

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eciding what career you want to pursue isn’t always simple.

Erin Bartley is a careers adviser at Skills Development Scotland. Although it can be scary, there is a host of organisations and people there to help you Emily says: “Deciding what you want to do with your life can be a daunting prospect, but there is lots of advice and support out there.”

PRESSURE

As you progress through school it might seem that going to college or university to study a traditional course is the done deal. What happens if you don’t want to be a lawyer, doctor or architect?

Artist Frank To always wanted to go to university but felt pressured to study a subject that was considered academic. “I was the first generation of my family to go to uni,” says Frank. “There was a huge amount of pressure to tell kids to go to uni, it was always a race somehow.”

Frank was continually taught that the only way to guarantee yourself a job was to study something like business or architecture. “When it came to my Highers, I realised if I’m going to do a degree, I would do a nine to five and be miserable,” remembers Frank. “I had that feeling at 17 and then thought I didn’t want to do what was expected.”

Going against the grain doesn’t mean you can’t have the career you want, as Emily encourages: “There are lots of different pathways to literally hundreds of different jobs, and these routes aren’t always straightforward.”

Doing something you enjoy instead of what others think is practical should always be your priority – no matter what path it will take you on. “In the end I decided to go do art at uni because

Whatever your future holds, know that there’s support out there

I was more passionate about that than anything else, but people say it’s difficult or impossible to pursue a career as an artist,” says Frank. “I think it was the fact that I wanted to prove those people wrong.”

ACCESS

Going to university or college isn’t always necessary to follow the career path you want. “While some DEVELOPMENT jobs – such as medicine, dentistry If you haven’t decided what you and law – require a degree, there are want to do, taking time out is a plenty more which can be accessed great option. After all, once high straight from school,” explains school is done you have been in Emily. education for at least 13 years.

Starting a job after leaving school “Take time to try and learn means you can learn new who you are as a person skills while you work and – that could mean learn from people who Scroll anything,” says are already in the job. through Frank. “You could “There are entrygo and travel, that’s level jobs open to #NoWrongPath great to find out individuals leaving on Twitter to see who you are.” school,” says Emily. how others took an Taking some “Some companies alternative route time for yourself offer training to their can benefit you programmes you when you join the can undertake while career world of work. “When you work that give you you leave school, you relevant learning to do your might want to take time out to role and progress.” volunteer, do some different types Building skills through work and of work experience, travel or a bit experience can help build your CV, of all three to develop your skills not to mention your people skills. and experience before deciding on a set path,” says Emily.

OPTIONS The skills you learn through Pressure from friends, family or experience will always benefit you teachers can make an alternative when applying for a new job and career path seem intimidating, you can never have too much work but it shouldn’t stop you from experience. “If you know what you pursuing what you enjoy. “Don’t be want to do, and if that involves pressured to do something you’re taking an alternative path, start not comfortable with, whatever you putting the wheels in motion now,” choose it will eventually fall in to recommends Emily. “Even if you place,” urges Frank. don’t want to go on to college or Before you talk to those around university, the world of work and you, it is good to be sure of what you apprenticeships is competitive.” want to do Emily says: “Doing your “Get involved in different clubs at research is a good way of reassuring school, volunteer – make sure your parents or teachers that you’re application stands out,” she adds. thinking your options through The best way to find out what you carefully.” want to do is to trust your instincts If you have already applied for Frank says: “Just go be bold, they’re university or college but have the ones who always seem to make changed your mind that’s OK. it work,” “There is absolutely no shame Whatever your plans are for the in changing your mind about a future it is important to ask for help course or career – I changed my and support along the way to make degree course halfway through and sure it is the right choice for you. it worked out brilliantly for me,”

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adds Emily. “I would advise that it’s sensible to have a plan before making the decision to switch.”

“Talk through your options with the people closest to you too, like your mum or dad or your friends,” she encourages. “Changing path can be a big decision, so it’s good to speak to other people and get their view.”

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e’re sure you’ve been to careers fairs before: the usual stalls with employers trying to reel you in; universities and colleges battling it out for your application, and talks from professionals in careers that don’t appeal at all. Well, what if you could go to an event that genuinely inspired you and made you excited about the future?

Earlier this year, Fire Up Scotland welcomed almost 10,000 school pupils from 155 schools across the country to the SSE Hydro in Glasgow. Two years in the making, the event aimed to be the biggest and best inspirational education event in the country.

INSPIRATION

Fire Up Scotland was founded by Young Entrepreneur of the Year winner, Gavin

Oattes. Having tackled many different careers over the years – from primary school teacher and award-winning stand-up comedian, to captivating public speaker and best-selling author – Gavin is now trying his hand at event-organising, and is living proof that there’s no wrong path to a positive future.

“We wanted to create something that would genuinely blow people’s minds; the ultimate careers fair,” explains Gavin.

“We wanted it to be different, unique, edgy, and something that didn’t conform to the stereotype of an educational conference for young people.”

Certainly exceeding all expectations: within 24 hours of the event going live to the public, schools had tried to register over 14,000 pupils and teachers.

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creator, who had been turned down multiple times by people who couldn’t see his vision, and didn’t believe the event would be a success. In fact, initial interest in Fire Up Scotland was so great, registration had to be closed, while the crew brainstormed how to distribute tickets.

“If people tell you that you can’t: there’s your motivation,” Gavin urges.

“Lots of people told me that Fire Up Scotland would never work, but that only pushed me to prove them wrong and make it a success. And don’t worry about succeeding every single time: if you never fail, you’ll never be able to appreciate your real accomplishments.

Failure is part of success.”

SPEAKERS

The event was designed to encourage students to get excited and take control of their futures, inspiring them to shape their own paths. Speakers included Alice Thompson, founder of Social Bite; acclaimed stage mentalist, Colin Cloud; vloggers, Erin Doogan and Gavin Bell; Scot-Squad actor Darren Connell, and hit indie band, Indigo Velvet; as Gavin describes them: “a bunch of misfits on a stage.”

One thing all speakers had in common was their desire to spread the word that college and university isn’t always the path to your dreams, with many of them taking alternative routes to achieving their goals.

“We live in a time when expectations of young people are huge, but we also live in a time where there’s no wrong path,” says Gavin. “When I was young there was this huge pressure to go to university, and if you didn’t you were kind of considered to be second class.

There’s a huge fear of not fitting in. It sounds obvious but sometimes we’re all so busy being focused on the future that we forget that life is meant to be fun, too.”

Lucy Lintott captivated the crowd, as she told her story. She was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) aged just 19 – one of the youngest people in Scotland to live with the terminal illness.

Since, Lucy has been on a mission to spread positivity and smash her bucket list, raising over £177,000 for MND Scotland in the process.

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Scotland was all about leaving the pupils feeling hopeful of the future.”

Lucy’s journey began in 2013, when she was first diagnosed. Instead of feeling defeated, without confidence, it has only pushed her harder to achieve her dreams. Having completed 32 of the 45 items on her bucket list, including becoming a zoo keeper for the day, throwing a coin into the Trevi Fountain in Rome, and setting out on a road trip with no destination in mind, Lucy is now proactively taking control of her own future.

DRIVEN

The road to a bright future starts with you, your goals and your drive to achieve them. The future can seem daunting, especially – if like many other teenagers – you’re not entirely sure what you want to do when you leave school, never mind trying to decide what you want to do for the rest of your life.

But, as Gavin proves, there are many people out there eager to help with the transition, show the exciting prospects the future can hold.

“Ask lots of questions,” encourages Gavin. “Embrace failure and don’t be beaten by it. People say ‘you only live once’, but you don’t – you live every single day. The average person lives for about 4,000 weeks, so you have 4,000 weeks in a life to go out and make things happen.”

“You are enough,” adds Lucy. “All of your quirks and habits make you who you are, and that’s beautiful. If you don’t know what you want to do, don’t worry, try everything: travel, work, and find yourself. Just know that if you’re passionate, happy and believe in yourself, you can achieve all your dreams.”

So, will there be another event next year?

Gavin teases: “Watch this space.”

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The SKY’S the limit with an actuarial apprenticeship.

If you’re a fan of maths, why not make an exciting career of it?

An actuarial apprenticeship could see you working in the fast paced worlds of banking, environmental science, insurance, or Big Data. If you can’t wait to hit the career heights, visit actuaries.org.uk/become-actuary

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It’s tougher than you think.

Turns out I’m tougher than I thought.

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You’ll need to be driven, determined and ready to work outside your comfort zone. In return you’ll get world-class training and support from your very first day. In fact, my mentor helped me make the most of my skills, determination and strength of character. And that’s why I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else right now.

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MAKE TINY CHANGES

YOUR MENTAL HEALTH

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ard news coming your way: Scotland is currently going through a mental health crisis, particularly amongst young people. Let’s take a moment to think about it: how much do you really know about mental health?

IN YOUR HEAD

Everyone has mental health, but one in four people can experience mental ill health. That means someone in your class, your teacher, your best friend, or even you reading this, will have direct knowledge of mental illness or experience it firsthand in thier lifetime.

Our mental health is just as important as our physical health – just because we can’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not there.

In the fast paced, sometimes pressured, world we live in our mental health can take a toll. From social media to striving for success, there are times when you might feel overwhelmed and in need of support.

UNDERSTANDING

“A lot of young people don’t actually understand what mental health is. Some do, some really don’t, some refer to it as a virus that you can catch,” explains Toni Giugliano, policy and public affairs manager for the Mental Health Foundation. “We’ve had responses

including: ‘I hope I never catch mental health,’ because the reality is that mental health is still seen as severe, acute, and irrecoverable.”

Research from the Mental Health Foundation, a charity working to promote and prevent mental ill health, reveals the pressures that a young person can face.

Approximately 60 per cent of young people feel stressed about succeeding in life and half of young Scots feel under pressure because of body image, especially men. Improved understanding of mental health and wellbeing could encourage an open discussion in the classroom and beyond.

suicides might decrease and you, as a young person, will know where to go when you feel overwhelmed.

“Our message is to talk about your feelings. Men complete suicide at a higher level than women, so talking about your feelings is important. Don’t be afraid to reach out to anybody. If you don’t want to reach out to people you know then go to Samaritans, Breathing Space, and have an anonymous chat with someone about how you feel,” encourages Toni.

“The last thing you want to do is bottle it up and not talk about it. Talking about it really is the most powerful thing that you can do. The stigma of mental health is reducing and more people are aware that we’re all human, we’re not robots, we have difficult lives and the best way to get rid of our anxieties and our stresses is to discuss those feelings and those problems in life and find a solution. There is always a way out; there is always an alternative.”

IN THE CLASSROOM

The Mental Health Foundation is working in tandem with the Scottish Government to get mental health education on the curriculum. PSE classes are traditionally focused on healthy physical relationships and healthy eating, but it’s time we started talking about mental health, too.

Earlier this year, the Scottish Government promised to reduce suicide in Scotland by 20 per cent for 2022.

The drive comes after figures paint an upsetting image of suicide in Scotland, especially amongst young people. With improved education in the classroom

FIND OUT MORE See Me www.seemescotland.org Childline 0800 11 11 www.childline.org.uk Samaritans 116 123 www.samaritans.org

TUNING IN: MHF LIVE not feeling any shame attached,” explains MHF Live curator, Hannah Currie. “We can definitely use music as a way to get that conversation going.”

Frightened Rabbit’s lead singer, Scott Hutchison was continually open about his battles with depression before his death earlier this year. Through his music he helped improve understanding of mental ill health. Big names have now rallied behind MHF Live, with Rita Ora, The XCERTS, Years & Years, and many more getting involved This is one event that looks to break the mould of mental health awareness.

Hannah explains: “The idea behind MHF Live is to create a UK wide movement of musicians and music fans all working towards one goal good mental health for all. Looking at the enthusiasm already, people do want to raise awareness and raise

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Outside of the classroom, there is an exciting initiative that you can get involved with to shine a (stage) light on mental health. MHF Live is a new fundraiser looking for people to gather their mates and wider community to ‘raise awareness, raise money, and raise the roof’ for mental health.

In your house, at school, in the community centre, at work – literally the location of your choosing can be your stage for MHF Live.

Brought to you from the Mental Health Foundation, MHF Live is incorporating music and mental health to squash the stigma and start discussions.

“We all know that music and mental health go hand in hand, a lot of people are writing about mental health in their music and there is a gap to be bridged in terms of actually talking about it openly, and being comfortable with that, and

money for mental health, but there hasn’t been a structure in place to help them do that – until now.”

Are you itching to get your musical instruments out, are you a spoken word connoisseur, do you have a passion for music, or are just interested in learning more and spreading knowledge about mental health? Then MHF Live is for you: help make tiny changes to improve Scotland’s mental health.

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In addition, the Royal Naval Reserve offer the Accelerated Officer Programme which allows potential RNR officers to pass through their initial officer training at Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, and HMS Excellent in Portsmouth, over eight weeks in July and August.

Contact on the details above for more information

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE ‘Tis the season of end of term quiz nights, society balls, and Christmas ceilidhs. As the semester draws to an end and your time starts to free up again, why not look into volunteering opportunities?

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here’s nothing more rewarding than helping those in need, especially at this time of year. But with so many worthy causes out there, where do you begin?

GOOD CAUSE

Volunteer groups, such as Volunteer Glasgow, provide a portal to find all the opportunities in your area. No matter if you’re interested in working in a charity shop, fundraising on the street, or working with animals, the possibilities are endless, and there’s something everyone will enjoy.

Amanda Salisbury is a Radio Broadcasting student at the University of the West of Scotland.

As a member of the Girl Guiding Association in her youth, Amanda decided to volunteer when she left the Girl Guides.

HELPING HAND

“I help out with their badges, which involves a lot of cooking, or first aid,” says Amanda. “The best part is definitely helping others, and seeing them improve their skills. It’s really nice to watch them enjoy learning and grow their confidence.”

Not only does volunteering have far-reaching benefits, it also improves personal health and wellbeing: volunteers report increased life satisfaction; a better sense of meaning and purpose; higher self-esteem and confidence; more positive relationships in their life and lower rates of isolation.

The skills you pick up as a volunteer are long lasting and can help you when applying for college or university, or can set

The best part is definitely helping others, and seeing them improve their skills

you up nicely for beginning your career. Volunteering improves communication, listening skills, team work and problem-solving skills, too.

TIME MANAGEMENT

Many students believe that the time commitment acts as a barrier to volunteering, however, the key is to factor it in to your existing commitments, such as classes, study, part-time work, and social time.

“It’s a big commitment, so you have to make sure you are able to dedicate the time to it,” Amanda advises. “On top of classes and volunteering I need hours to study, too, so I try and keep track of every day to make sure I have time for everything. It’s fine as long as you keep a schedule, and stay well organised.”

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gain that you’ll get from it, not to mention the huge difference you’ll be making to others’ lives, will make it all worthwhile.

“Just go for it,” Amanda urges. “If you spend too long thinking about it, you’ll miss out on opportunities.

It really is a great experience that I would recommend to everyone.”

Just remember, volunteering isn’t just for Christmas: it’s a long-term commitment and volunteers are needed all year round.

So, what are you waiting for?

There’s a volunteering opportunity waiting for you!

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You could travel across a continent, the world or go and live in a different country for a year

No matter what your plans are after you have finished school, taking some time to travel can help you make a decision, have new experiences and see the world GAP YEAR

If the thought of starting college or university soon is overwhelming, you aren’t sure what you would like to do yet or just want to take a break, a gap year could be the perfect option for you. A gap year can take any form you would like. You could travel across a continent, the world or go and live in a different country for a year.

The idea of travelling for a year might sound expensive and, yes, it can be.

Luckily there is a host of organisations out there that can help you plan your perfect gap year and link you with businesses around the world to make some money as you travel. Gap Year (www.gapyear.com) and Year Out Group (yearoutgroup.org) can both help you plan your gap year experience.

Going on a gap year is a passage of rights, and no matter if you jet off to Europe or America the experience will last forever.

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SUMMER

If you are planning to start a new course after the summer holidays or a year away from home isn’t for you, you could spend a summer travelling. This is perfect for going abroad with a group of friends and more cost-effective than spending the full year abroad.

Organisations like Camp America (www.campamerica.co.uk) give you the opportunity to work at a camp for the summer looking after children and earning money at the same time. This also gives you the chance to travel at the end of your trip.

If you want to stay closer to home grab your closest friends and go interrailing (www.interrail.eu). Travel through Europe via train and go to sleep looking at the leaning tower of Pisa and wake up at the Eiffel Tower. You can plan your route and book your trains before you leave or pick how long you want to go for and choose your destinations as you go. This is a must for adventurous types.

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VOLUNTEERING

Volunteering abroad is perfect if you want to help people who are less fortunate than yourself. The experience will be rewarding and teach you valuable life skills. This can be one of the most flexible ways to travel allowing you to jet off for anything from a week to a year.

Heading out to volunteer will teach you how to become more independent, what it’s like to live away from home and you will make friends for life.

Companies like Go Abroad (www.goabroad.com) and GVI UK (www.gvi.co.uk) connect people with projects around the world that need volunteers.

Whether you want to go solo and travel the world, experience a new country, travel with friends or volunteer and help others, there is something for everyone when it comes to travelling. It’s time to dig out your old suitcase, passport and head to the airport.

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Y E N O M Y E N MONEY MO Going to college or university can often be the start of your independence. That means a whole load of added responsibilities you didn’t think about before. Yup, we’re talking money...

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they’re ent, bills, loans, taxes: n’t do all words many of us we til un t ou have to think ab d an e, us ho ts’ ren move out of our pa But nt. de en ep ind ly ial nc become fina to university part of the fun of going king after loo th is getting to grips wi ropes of the ng rni lea yourself, and adulthood.

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g you “The most important thsiin tuation” can do is not avoid the nted depends The loan you’ll be gra e (your om inc old on your househ with them e liv u yo if e om parents’ inc earning up s old permanently). Househ 0 a year ,75 £5 to u yo to £33,999 entitle earn ts ren pa ur yo if t bu , from SAAS for im cla n ca £34,000 or above, you £4,750 a year. uation, you Depending on your sit re money, may be eligible for mo ed Students nc too. The Care Experie dents stu to le ab Bursary is avail system re ca the in en be who have on the old and are under 26 years ar of ye ic em ad first day of the ac dents’ Stu led ab Dis e Th e. their cours if you lp he tra Allowance provides ex cause be sts co ing incur additional liv lty. cu fi dif ng rni lea or y of a disabilit er off o als ties Colleges and universi be n ca ich wh their own bursaries, bsite. applied for on their we , don’t forget nts de stu nt rre For cu start of first your application at the whole time at ur yo for year is not valid apply to SAAS university – you must e funding of every year you requir costs. ing tuition fees and liv

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You need to be driven. You’ve got to want to do this.

Stores Apprenticeship Programme • Nationally recognised qualification • £180 per week (rising to £267 per week in year 3) • 28 days’ paid holiday (including bank holidays) Aldi’s not like other supermarkets. And the Stores Apprenticeship Programme is definitely different too.

I’m trusted to make real decisions that help our store succeed. If I really do well, I could even end up in management. That’s what I’m aiming for. aldirecruitment.co.uk/apprentices

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S M A S H YO U R

PERSONAL STATEMENT Taking the next steps into life after school is daunting – we know, we’ve been there. Getting started with the university applications can be the hardest part. Don’t worry, we’re here to help, with our guide to writing a winning personal statement

DON’T BE MODEST

DON’T RUSH

BE ORIGINAL

This is your time to shine. No one really likes writing about their achievements, and it’s hard to do without thinking you sound like you’re bragging. But admissions staff are looking to find out what makes you different from other candidates, and they’re never going to be able to do that if you’re dimming down your accomplishments. Showcase your talents, and make sure they know why you deserve a place on their course. As Rihanna once said, shine bright like a diamond.

One of the most important essays you write in your life, make sure you give it the time and attention it deserves. If you write it last minute, you could make mistakes, or leave out vital information. Start planning your paragraphs in advance – write a bullet point plan of things to include and work this into an essay. You’ll be thankful when you send it away and you know you gave it your best shot.

Admissions staff are tired of reading the same personal statement over and over again. It takes something a bit different to wow these days.

Why not use your imagination to add some sparkle, and open with your favourite quote or lyric, explaining how it’s influenced your life? Or you could write it in the style of the course you’re applying for: for example, if you’re applying for journalism, write it like a news article; or if you’re applying for a science degree, write it like a lab report.

DON’T RAMBLE It’s one of the hardest parts of writing your personal statement, but being concise is key. You only get 4,000 characters (not words!) or 47 lines – whichever limit you reach first – so make sure you get straight to the point, and don’t go off on a tangent.

PROOFREAD It goes without saying, but make sure to proofread your personal statement.

A spell checker doesn’t always pick up everything, and you want to know that you sent away the best version possible. It’s tedious work, but the quality of personal statements is high, and the places are so limited, that a misplaced apostrophe or misspelled “your” could be the difference between an offer or not.

Grammar is key!

BE HONEST It’s a total cliché, but it’s true – just be yourself. Any passion you have for the course you want to study will shine through, and that’s really what the admission staff are looking for.

As long as you demonstrate your enthusiasm, your drive, and your capabilities to do well on the course, you’re in with a great chance at a place.

The deadline for 2019/2020 UCAS applicat ions is Tuesday 15 January 2019, make sure you get those applicat ions in on t ime FIND OUT MORE Check out www.ucas.com/connect/blogs to read up on all things personal statement @SourceMag

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So much more than a Golf Club…

APPRENTICE AND INTERNSHIP PROGRAMMES Loch Lomond Golf Club’s Apprentice and Internship Programmes are not seen as just training but a custom-made curriculum, tweaked and shaped to support you in advancing you career in the Service industry.

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this r. As usual, Scotland is going all-out It’s the most wonderful time of the yea ing the break. So, grab your mates and sy dur winter, and there’s lots to keep you bu out, and finish the year with a bang make sure you check these events

8 DECEMBER Locations across Scotland www.sleepinthepark.co.uk If you want to get involved with the hottest (coldest?) music festival this season, all while raising money for a good cause, Sleep in the Park is the event for you. Taking place in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Dundee means there’s an event everyone can attend.

Musicians Amy MacDonald and KT Tunstall will be choppered round the four cities, performing in each one before the night is out. If you want to get involved, you must raise a minimum of £100, so get those online fundraisers on Facebook pronto.

15-18 DECEMBER AECC, Aberdeen www.aecc.co.uk

Scotland’s resident funny man is heading north on his biggest tour to date, after a 19-day stint at Glasgow’s SSE Hydro last month. Three years after his last string of shows, the Brand New tour promises typical Scottish humour, touching on politics, relationships, money woes and sleepovers: no topic is off limit for Kevin. All of his Glasgow shows sold out, so you know you’re in for a treat.

Head to the website, or call 08444 77 9000 to book your ticket before it sells out!

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Ring in the new year with a bang at Edinburgh’s Street Party. The lineup consists of Glasgow belter, Gerry Cinnamon, DJ Judge Jules, Elephant Sessions and the night will be hosted by the Mac Twins. At midnight, a German techno marching band (yes, you read that right) will provide the soundtrack to the bells, as the famous firework display goes off in the background. Those with an EH postcode will receive a 20 per cent discount on tickets, too. With such a starstudded line-up, this is one street party not to be missed.

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IRN BRU CARNIVAL

20 DECEMBER – 13 JANUARY 2019 SSE Hydro, Glasgow www.irn-bru-carnival.com

If you’re looking for a thrill this winter, look no further, because Europe’s largest indoor funfair is coming back to Glasgow.

Some favourite rides from last year are returning, including the Midnight Express Matterhorn and Speed Buzz, and new additions, including the Airmaxx 360 and Rotor, promise to be better than ever. This is sure to be an adrenaline packed afternoon away from the ’rents.

Other attractions include a fortune teller, inflatable football, darts, and Whac-aMinion. General admission is £13, but if you have a Young Scot or Kidz card, tickets are only £10 if bought online in advance.

ICE SKATING

DATES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR intu Braehead www.braehead-arena.co.uk Who doesn’t love a bit of skating to get you in the Christmas spirit? Head to the ice rink with your family for a fun day out with pals, or check out Disco Fridays, with a DJ playing the hits while you glide round, cool as a cucumber on the ice, from 18.45-20.45 every week. Or if watching is more your style, head down to see the Glasgow Clan, the city’s only professional ice hockey team, or the Paisley Pirates practice. If you get there early, you might even be able to grab a selfie with one of the famous players.

CHRISTMAS

There are lots of ways to celebrate the festive season this year, so wrap up in your winter woollies and enjoy.

ARK CHRISTMAS DINNER

We all know the best thing about Christmas is the food: mince pies, turkey, roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings, we’re getting hungry just thinking about it. And not only does The Ark’s Christmas menu provide a variety of options, it’s also budgetfriendly, with a three-course meal costing only £12.95 per person. Options include a traditional turkey dinner, or a Christmas burger, with vegetarian and vegan options also available, so even the pickiest eaters can join in with the festive fun. Students from across the city are bound to want in, so head to the website and pre-book, to avoid missing out. Have your very own Chirstmas dinner with the troops – guaranteed good scran and Insta likes.

EAST PRINCES STREET GARDENS CHRISTMAS MARKET

17 NOVEMBER 2018 – 5 JANUARY 2019 East Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh www.edinburghschristmas.com

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12 NOVEMBER – 14 DECEMBER North Frederick Street, Glasgow www.social-squirrel.com

It wouldn’t be Christmas in Scotland without a visit to the famous Princes Street Gardens market, would it?

Favourite rides including the Big Wheel, Star Flyer, Yeti and Candy Cane Bungees are making a return; along with the market stalls selling gifts for parents, siblings and secret Santa. Of course, the classic food stalls are making a return, too, with specialities from sausage and kangaroo burgers (oh so festive), to Dutch pancakes and gingerbread.

And after you’ve stuffed yourself, why not head around the corner to George Street for a silent disco, or to Usher Hall nearby to watch Love Actually on the big screen with a full orchestra performing the soundtrack. There’s festive fun for everyone.

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CHRISTMAS DRIVE IN MOVIES

14 DECEMBER – 16 DECEMBER Riverside Museum, Glasgow www.glasgowchildrenshospital charity.org If you’re looking for something a bit different this December, the Riverside Museum drive in movie theatre is not to be missed. Tickets cost £30 per car, to watch favourite some of your festive films, including: Elf, Home Alone, and newcomer, The Greatest Showman.

And, all the money raised goes to Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.

For more information, email info@ glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org or call 0141 212 8750.

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VOLUNTEER AS A CADET LEADER

If you’re interested in inspiring and leading the next generation – and want to build your own leadership and team working skills – why not take a look at the Army Cadets.

If you’ve got the potential we’ll provide all the training you need (and cover your expenses for attending training, annual camp and for a number of other duties).

Find out more at armycadets.com/volunteer-with-us

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BRING ME THE HORIZON Rising like a phoenix from the ashes of screamo and entering the charts with a new sound, Bring Me the Horizon have their sights set high. Saskia Harper caught up with drummer, Mat Nicholls, during a break from their latest headline tour to chat about the new album and his love of Irn-Bru

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he band has been going for over a decade – what do you think has been the key to your success?

I think it’s the fact that we’ve never really settled on a sound, we’ve always written music for ourselves and we’ve just wanted to build on our own sound and see what we could do next. We’re working hard and doing different things to better ourselves as songwriters and artists. We just want to be the best we can be.

The tour kicked off on 5 November. How are you adjusting to life on the road?

It’s really good. This is the part we love.

I mean, we love writing and recording, but the best bit about being in a band is playing live. We’ve had such a long time off – we played Reading and Leeds Festival, but it was over so quick, we only did a 30-minute set. The shows have been really good, it’s why we do it: we love the buzz of the live shows.

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What are you looking forward to most about playing in Scotland?

Irn-Bru. No, seriously, the first time we ever played in Scotland was at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut in Glasgow and every time we’ve ever been people seem to get a buzz from it. The crowd in Scotland is great, so we’re looking forward to playing a good show. The fans are always up for it, so it’s going to be great.

We have to ask, where is your favourite place to play?

Scotland, of course.

Are you just saying that?

Yeah, it’s actually Australia.

A lot of your fans have grown up with you, listening to your music – what does it feel like knowing that your music has really shaped a lot of people’s lives?

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It’s very humbling. We were kids when we started the band and we’ve grown up in it, too. There are places where fans have been coming to the gigs for 10 years and you remember faces and get to know people. We’d appreciate it if we only had 10 fans, but to be able to say we’ve got quite a few more is awesome for us.

What advice would you give to anyone who is considering a career in music?

Always be yourself, don’t feel pressured into thinking you have to sound a certain way, or play a certain way. Being cool is staying authentic to yourself and having your beliefs and sticking to them. Believe in yourself and don’t let people talk you out of doing what you want to do. amo is out now, visit www.bmthofficial.com to listen to the new album, or catch them at the SSE Hydro on 25 November.

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