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FREE Virtual Legal Work Experience
New from Springpod We’ve partnered with publishing giants Hachette UK to bring your students a Business of Publishing Virtual Work Experience. Traditionally publishing has referred to the creation and distribution of books, newspapers, music and magazines. However, modern publishing has a much wider scope including websites, software, email, blogs and computer games for example. Many students might not be aware of how their skills and interests would translate into a career in publishing but anyone with an interest and/or ability for essay-based or creative subjects will be able to find a niche within the sector to flourish in. Publishing is a notoriously competitive industry with high quality work experience hard to come by. That’s why we are delighted to bring your students this opportunity to interact with industry professionals and complete activities and quizzes as they learn about the publishing industry.
NOVEMBER 2021
In this week long programme students in years 10-13 will be given an overview of the publishing industry and what a career in publishing can offer, looking specifically at areas such as: • Genres at Hachette, • Publishing books, • Marketing, • Sales, • Taking books to the big screen and • Early careers in publishing. Also see the Springpod entry in this newsletter for more opportunities
About the experience... With the Hogan Lovells First Steps to Law Programme, you’ll get to experience what it is like to work on a project that mirrors the skills our teams have and the work they do in the real world. Build skills in gaining commercial awareness, critical thinking, spotting issues, legal research, drafting emails and communication. Whether you already have an idea about what you want to do when you leave school or are still exploring, the Hogan Lovells First Steps to Law Programme will give you a taste of what a career in commercial law might look like for you! Find out more and enrol here...
RAF Careers - 11 November Squadron Leader Jim Tait visited the school to represent the RAF at our annual Service of Remembrance and to give our students valuable advice and guidance related to RAF careers. This is Jim’s last visit in an official capacity as he moves on from his RAF role after 35 years in the service. Jim has been our RAF Careers liaison officer at Hymers for the past 15 years, giving expert help to a great many interested students. Great at putting pupils at there ease, he has a knack of getting the best from them. It is testament to Jim’s engaging personality that many pupils have had repeat appointments
over several years, with some gaining the competitive sixth form scholarships and the highlight being OH, Jacob Cameron-Johnson entering fast jet training in recent years. Jim has been an ever-present at our annual Careers Convention, despite always having another commitment at a University on the other side of the country during the day! We have been able to coincide many of Jim’s visits with his second love of Rugby - the RAF have kindly sponsored several Hymers Sevens tournaments and it has always been the source of topical conversation over lunch.
When we suggested several years ago that Jim represent the Armed Services at our annual Service of Remembrance, he was genuinely delighted to do so. As we experienced recently, the service is a wonderful and poignant occasion and it has been an honour to have Jim as a part of this. P MEADWAY | Head of Careers
Intro to Vodaphone from “Young Professionals” Wednesday 1 December from 5- 6pm we’ll be hosting Vodafone’s big virtual kick-off event to showcase what the company is about and all of their fantastic degree apprenticeship opportunities! Vodafone are a FTSE-100 British multinational telecommunications company connecting over 334 million people and organisations of all sizes
to the digital society. As a global tech leader, Vodafone connect millions of people and make all kinds of innovations possible – from helping the Internet of Things become a reality, to making the UK’s first ever 5G holographic call. They offer degree apprenticeships in a variety of business departments such
as: Software Engineering, Network Engineering, Project Management, Human Resources, Data Analyst, IT Consultancy, Cyber Security & Submarine Management. Upon completing one of these Level 6 programmes you’ll also come out with a paid-for degree in the relevant field. Register here
(Virtual) Work Experience
Higher Education News... High Performance Sports Scheme (HPA) - for all students with sporting potential and across all sports.
CareerDays.co.uk is for any student aged 14-17 who wants to experience different careers or gain work experience in their chosen field. From medicine, law, performing arts, psychology, business or becoming a vet, we have a 1-day online event for you, designed to give you an insight into life in your chosen field.
This policy offers grade reductions to students in order to secure a place on a course at Newcastle University - read more Contacts for more information: Fraser Kennedy, Director of Performance Sport: Fraser.kennedy@newcastle.ac.uk Suzi Newton, Assistant Performance Sport Manager: suzi.newton@newcastle.ac.uk Newcastle, similar to all Universities, also offers a widening participation scheme Look out for similar schemes at other Universities
Guardian 2022 University Rankings... read more Personal Statement advice from Durham University
Springpod offer FREE virtual experiences for students age 14+ in a wide range of industry sectors and Higher Education course areas Please use the platform to search for opportunities at www.springpod.com
Remember: Expert advice is available through your tutors, advisers & subject teachers Durham University are offering 1-2-1 sessions: Book here
The Conversation “Academic rigour, journalistic flair” Leading articles across all areas from leading academics...
Studying and working abroad: Schoogle UCAS personal statements: Applying for a mixture of courses alanbullockcareers.com
Study Abroad “From work experience with top organisations to degree tasters with leading universities, your Springpod profile unlocks it all. Discover opportunities to gain valuable experience, secure a place on the course of your dreams or get hired straight out of school.”
There are now over 3,200 undergraduate degrees taught entirely in English in Europe (not including Ireland and UK). These degrees offer you a wide range of alternatives to the education available in this country. Search here for more information. Studying abroad is a big decision to take. We hope that this website will answer a lot of your general questions but if there is anything specific you would like to ask us, please contact us.
Venture Database available to Hymers students Venture is a comprehensive website with accurate and upto-date information about all aspects of studying, living and working abroad. Not sure which country is right for you? Venture makes sure that students, parents and career advisors have all the facts at their fingertips so they can make a truly informed decision. Read more here >
Things to do... YEAR 13 Personal statement resources via Schoogle Enhance your UCAS application Schoogle page - Wider reading and tips to make an impact. The Conversation - Academic articles in all areas to explore your subject - great for interviews and personal statements!
Bursary Schemes & Scholarships
→ Students living in the Market Weighton area may have access to a bursary scheme if they are applying for horticulture, agriculture, engineering, veterinary science & technology. Please ask Mr Meadway or Miss Paterson for details.
The Scholarship Hub
→ Search and apply for UK scholarships, grants or bursaries for university on a comprehensive database of funding for undergraduates - link
The Holbeck Trust → Look out for 2022 scholarships
Access to Leeds scheme Many Universities offer similar access schemes for students - please check your own universities for details.
YEAR 12 Careers Advice: → Please make use of the drop in sessions with Mrs Needle, our Careers Adviser: Monday, Tuesday, Friday break and lunchtimes.
Looking ahead - Consider a MOOC! → A massive open online course (MOOC) is a free study programme which is designed to be studied online by large numbers of participants. In addition to traditional course materials - video lectures, reading material, coursework and tests - MOOCs provide interactive forums that help students and tutors build an online community. Search MOOC providers for a course of your choice via: schoogle A great way to explore and expand subject knowledge and give you the edge on future applications. → Many MOOCs are free or only charge if you want a certificate (not essential!)
STEM Insight Courses for Year 12 (formerly Headstart) → Whether you are interested in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, physics, computer science, sustainability, aerospace, built environment, tech or maths we have something for you. → Enquire now for 2022 courses...
YEAR 11
A Level Options Launch → Thank you to Mr Wright for his assembly on the A Level options process. Students should check emails for further details and links. → Careers /HE help is available if you wish to talk about your options. Please use the drop-in sessions with Mrs Needle on Mon/Tues/Fri. Alternatively, please get in touch with Mr Meadway. → Thinking about A level combinations? Informed Choices gives a good starting point to the range of courses available at University → Further advice via Schoogle A Level Options page
Arkwright Scholarships - Engineering & Design → Mr Mills has posted details on the D&T and school twitter feeds and via email to Year 11 for any student interested in a future career in engineering and/or design. Please speak to Mr Mills for more details.
YEARS 8-10 → Wonder where your subjects might lead in the future? Lots of helpful information via: Subject Links ebooks
Routes into STEM Virtual Courses → Courses for 2022... Interested in Science, Engineering and Maths? → Look out for similar courses from the Smallpeice Trust
Careers News...
Events & Courses:
> The best career websites - by SCHOOL SUBJECT AREA > The best career websites - by SECTOR
> Types of Apprenticeships - link
> Civil Service Fast Stream careers Supporting the government of the day to implement its policies effectively on behalf of every community across the UK, the Civil Service touches every aspect of life. Our award-winning Fast Stream programme develops talented, highpotential people to become future Civil Service leaders.
STEM Insight Courses for Year 12 (formerly Headstart) Whether you are interested in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, physics, computer science, sustainability, aerospace, built environment, tech or maths we have something for you.
With specially developed content and live sessions from universities including Cambridge, Sheffield, Lancaster, Abertay, Coventry, UCL, Imperial, Oxford, Liverpool, Birmingham … and more!
Enquire now for 2022 courses...
Fancy a YINI? Consider a Year in Industry before you go to University...
> Careers in the Creative Industries - link ScreenSkills can help you get into the screen industries. If you want a career in film, TV, games, animation or VFX, begin by browsing our job profiles. Find a role that suits you, learn what to study and how to get into it. If you’re interested in working in film or TV, why not experience your first day on set in our 360 video?
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Careers Evenings for Parents Expert advice to enhance your students’ career potential.
I nvestIN’s parent event series is designed to give parents the essential tools they’ll need to support their child on their career journey. Events are run by leading experts and are FREE to attend. Recordings are available for past events.
>S ucceeding in STEM > L eading to Lead >S uccess in the City >T he Power of Networks…
Look out for similar courses from the Smallpeice Trust
The Medic Portal will be running its last FREE Get Into Medicine Seminars next month. It will focus on how to succeed in the medical school interview (updated for this year) alongside top tips from admissions tutors. FREE for students from Year 11 onwards. Sign up here.
7 December | 5-6:30pm.
University College London Taster courses A wide range of subjects available throughout November and December
Events & Courses cont...
STEM Apprenticeships STEM Learning is excited to invite young people to attend the Apprenticeships: Earn while you learn virtual careers fair taking place over 6 to 10 December 2021. Aimed at 14 to 19 year olds, this event will showcase up to 30 national employers who are currently offering apprenticeships across a wide range of sectors, supporting young people to be better informed when it comes to making decisions about their future. To receive the exhibition link when it goes live, please complete the quick form below. Complete the form here
Register for Catalyst Magazine Live! webinars coming soon A series of FREE science webinars for students aged 16+ led by the writers of Catalyst Magazine are launching next year. Students and their educators can learn about real-world cutting-edge science and industrial research and development, discuss and debate the topics, and open the door to knowledge and potential careers. Find out more
Webinar: Preparing for Healthcare interviews (Leeds University) Tuesday 30 November | 5-6pm This event is for any students applying to health and medicine courses who are expecting to be invited to attend interviews. This session will give participants the opportunity to find out more about this year’s interviews for our Medicine, Dentistry and Healthcare courses. They’ll also get to hear from our Leeds students about their experiences,
learn some top tips for preparing for interviews and ask any questions. The session is suitable for any Year 13 / second year college students applying to university this autumn. To attend, students should complete our short registration form here. The deadline for registrations is Monday 29 November at 12 noon.
Cambridge Subject masterclasses - some still available Virtual Subject Masterclasses for high achieving Year 12 (or equivalent) students many subjects still available to explore. We are also happy to welcome Year 13 (or equivalent) students along to this series to help them learn more about the subject they may have applied to study here.
Students will be able to experience Cambridge teaching, gain an insight into course content and structure, and learn more about what it’s like to study here. Please book directly Look out for more courses in Spring 2022...
Lancaster University Taster Courses A huge range of recorded presentations in all subject areas: Read more here
Enhance your personal statement and “try before you apply”! Upcoming sessions... Law & Criminology 25 November - 17:00-18:00 - Life as a law & criminology student Sport & Exercise Science 1 December - 17:00-17:45 - Improving the nation’s health LICA: Fine Arts 8 December - 17:00-17:45 - Drawing in art and science Linguistics & English Language 8 December - Forensic Linguistics
Many universities offer similar courses over a wide range of subject area - keep a look out!
Practice Interviews Evening - Review As University and apprenticeship interview season approaches, the school held its annual Practice Interviews Evening for Year 13 students. 76 zoom sessions in total with 41 interviewers covering a wide range of subject areas from Architecture to Veterinary Medicine. Thank you to all the staff and interviewers from across the country who volunteered their time and expertise on the evening. A special mention to Henry Morris, OH, who zoomed in from New York!
“I just wanted to say what a pleasure it was to help with the medical interview practice on Thursday. It reminded me what a brilliant institution Hymers is - turning out pupils who are not only intelligent academically but well-rounded people who have interests outside the classroom and can think for themselves. I’m so pleased to have had the opportunity to re-engage with the school.” JEREMY CAMPBELL (OH), INTERVIEWER.
“I was initially very nervous as I didn’t know what to expect and was scared of not answering the questions well. The evening was well organised which helped to ease my nerves. Also, the interviewers were kind and made me feel more comfortable. I found that I was able to answer the questions much better than I thought and the feedback given after the interviews were very helpful making my weaknesses clear for me and allowed me to realise which areas I need to work on. I feel much more confident now and feel this experience has helped to show me what to expect in the real interviews.” YEAR 13 STUDENT
General Careers websites... For careers related to specific degrees go to: http://www.prospects.ac.uk/options_with_your_subject.htm What do Graduates Do? - Information on graduate careers Reliable and trusted information via some key websites: Careers Research & National Careers Website UCAS Careers Information By Sector • By Subject
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