Hymers College
HE & Careers News UPDATES FOR JANUARY 2021 WILL BE ADDED TO THE CAREERS BLOG VIA SCHOOGLE
Careers News... An inspiring talk during a recent assembly from author Sophia Bennett. Visit her website sophiabennett.com for more on careers involving Writing and Creative Careers, Careers in the TV and Film Industry. Maths careers
JANUARY 2021
Things to do... YEAR 13 → Check your UCAS Track for updates → University Interviews - contact RDS/PM if you need help with the tech → T he UCAS equal consideration application deadline has been extended to 6pm on 29 January → Apprenticeship applications mainly this term - contact Mrs Needle
Law careers Inspirational Scientists on YouTube...
YEAR 12 →M yUniChoices - log into your account and start researching university
Institute of Civil Engineers webinars - more on Engineering
options - filter and shortlist the courses that interest you. →U K University & Apprenticeship online fair - Weds 27 January (12.00-6.00pm) - Register for attendance → UCAS resources via Higher Education (why not look for a MOOC?!)
Routes into Chartered Accountancy Bank of England Degree apprenticeships (Data Science, Economics, Digital Tech - £23,000 pa) Deloitte Apprenticeship Webinar 27 January 4pm School Leaver & Apprenticeship news from NotGoingtoUni For careers related to specific degrees go to: prospects.ac.uk
Higher Education News... Study Abroad - Erasmus replaced by Turing scheme More students choosing local universities... Medic Portal Blogs Lecture series to extend your learning - Gresham College all subjects
YEAR 11 →A level options: See where your A level choices made lead with the Russell Group Universities Informed Choices website. More details via: A Level Options → R esearch your career ideas from your questionnaire results via the MyCareersChoices online app: →C areers Appointments with Mrs Needle - now via zoom and involve two students (11B/C) - Notes for meetings are uploaded to your Grofar account →G rofar Log in: school email (always)/school password (usually) - you can reset your own password → L ook for online careers opportunities in this newsletter
YEARS 8-10 Some free 1 day courses... →C yberfirst free online courses (Year 8 & 9): explore your passion for tech and computing through the world of cyber security. → Smallpeice Humanitarian Engineering courses (Year 8 & 9) - Free! →W onder where your subjects might lead in the future? Lots of helpful information via: Subject Links ebooks
Events...
Meet the Russell Group Weds 10 February, 12:00 - 19:00 See details here
FREE virtual Student Conference, organised by the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge 15 - 26 March 2021 The conference is available to students from all UK schools and colleges currently in Year 12 or equivalent. Book here
Virtual Barrister Experience Day Thurs 18 February, 10:00 - 12:30
Medical School Applicant Webinars (Year 12/13) Are you in sixth form and thinking of studying medicine? Do you want to know more about what medical school interviews might involve? To book your free place, follow the links below: Weds 20 January 2021, 12pm-1pm Thurs 28 January 2021, 12pm-1pm www.medschools.ac.uk
Students have the chance to explore the role of a barrister and see if it is right for them. During the morning, students will get the chance to: »M eet tutors and current students who will be able to tell them all about the profession »R egistration and further events from the University of Law Hymers »F ind out what the role of a barrister is and a typical day Year 12 UCAS »D evelop advocacy skills Information Webinar »P ractice Mooting debating for future barristers for students & parents More details here Thursday 11 February
University of Law masterclasses Business (Greenwashing); Marketing; Finance
(evening) Details to follow...
Work Experience and Taster Courses... Healthcare:
GP Live online events Dr OJs Thursday Surgery Live: Live every Thursday in January at 6pm GMT and available on demand to watch anytime that suits you best afterwards. Perfect for all students aged 14-19 interested in Biology, Science, healthcare and of course those considering careers in medicine & healthcare. Allied healthcare professions: Follow patients over a 6-month period as they go from diagnosis, to treatment and follow up, that is provided by real healthcare professionals and a multidisciplinary team. View here...
More on Medical applications: Medicine & Dentistry: Resources for students
National Art and Essay Competitions ‘Do healthcare professionals have an obligation to improve the health of our planet?’ & ‘Confronting Climate Change’
The deadline for the next issue is 2 Feb 2021 5pm Enter here.
Creative Degree Webinars Visual Effects & Model Making View Production Design for Stage & Screen View Photography View Illustration for Commercial Application View Graphic Design View Digital Design & Advertising View Fine Art View Film, TV & Theatre Production View Acting for Stage & Screen View Costume Interpretation with Design View Fashion with Body Contour View Fashion Creative Direction View
Data Analytics Course & Free Workshops (16-19 Year Olds)
Digital Skills Careers Guide This guide will explain just how much every career path is being shaped by the digital revolution. We’ll hear from independent experts and identify the tech skills and complementary soft skills that you need to thrive in the job market. View guide
Technology is changing every field, so learning tech and data analysis skills will give you a huge advantage in your future career. Skills Gap is a careers accelerator that arranges short online technology courses for young people aged 16 - 19 in areas such as coding, data analytics and data science.
and Data Science workshops from 6–7pm on the dates below. The workshops will provide an insight into the course and the career enhancing benefits of acquiring data analysis skills.
We are running a 4.5 day Data Analytics course during the February half term holidays where you’ll be taught how to use data analysis tools such as Excel and Tableau and receive tuition from a leading industry expert.
• Friday 29 January (Data Science) If you would like to attend one of the free workshops, please can you email ian.dodd@skillsgap.tech.
Find career ideas by exploring different jobs, taking our career quiz, or looking at volunteering, apprenticeships, or starting your own business.
In the buildup to these courses we’re running a series of free 1 hour online Data Analytics
Further information can be found on our website: www.skillsgap.tech
Career Ideas And Options For Students | UCAS
Workshop Dates: • Thursday 21 January (Data Analytics) • Thursday 4 February (Data Analytics)
UCAS Career Guides:
Spring Term Work Experience from InvestIn Education (12-18 Years)
10% DISCOUNT for Hymers students code HYMERS10
“Many Hymers students have attended in the past with excellent feedback” PM Our programmes give students aged 12-18 an immersive experience of their dream career. You will work alongside top professionals through a series of role-plays, seminars, simulations and networking sessions. Spring Launch - UK Teacher.pdf
General Careers websites... For careers related to specific degrees go to: http://www.prospects.ac.uk/options_with_your_subject.htm Reliable and trusted information via some key websites: Careers Research & National Careers Website
Contacts... Head of HE & Careers: Mr P Meadway | pmeadway@hymers.org Careers Adviser & Work Experience: Mrs L Needle | lneedle@hymers.org Director of Years 12 & 13: Mr C Gaynor-Smith | clgaynor-smith@hymers.org Assistant Directors of Years 12 & 13: Mr M McTeare | mmcteare@hymers.org & Mrs J M Jarvis | jmjarvis@hymers.org