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Jobs and Apprenticeships SPOTLIGHT ON: TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS—RAIL
This week, we are shining the spotlight on careers on Transport & Logistics, with a special focus on the rail sector. Railways have been part of British life for 200 years, and today, the UK is home to over 10,000 miles of track. Rail journeys have doubled over the last 20 years and continue to rise, which means an extra 100,000 rail jobs will be created over the next decade. Today’s newsletter is your ticket to a career in rail—read on for all the key info, an click the links to learn more on the Success at School site.
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What’s rail all about? Railways transport people and goods all over the country—and even between mainland Europe and the UK thanks to the Channel Tunnel. But careers in the rail sector aren’t just about driving trains— engineers look after the thousands of miles of track, while customer service teams work as conductors on trains and keep stations running.
Then there is all the work that goes into upgrading and building new lines, plus the bridges and other features that haveto be built to accommodate the network. And of course, rail employers need the marketing teams, IT, HR and finance staff, project managers, and all the other supporting roles that every business needs to keep things ticking over. View Career Zone
Jobs and Apprenticeships SPOTLIGHT ON: TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS—RAIL
What jobs are out there?
Architecture: Architects design stations, tunnels, bridges and other features on the rail network. They work with engineers to make sure the designs are safe, cost-effective and ecofriendly.
Engineering: Engineers design, upgrade and maintain lines and ‘infrastructure’ such as platfomrs, stations and bridges along the railway. Electrical, mechanical, civil and software engineers all work in rail.
Art and marketing: Come up with memorable artwork and ad campaigns to promote rail operators and other organisations such as Network Rail and Transport for London.
Interior Design: Design the furnishings such as seat covers inside trains, as well as within buildings on the network, like stations.
Software development: Software is used to keep track (sorry, couldn’t resist) of trains running on the network, and keep travellers and staff updated.
Customer Service: Ticket inspectors, conductors and train managers, platform staff and ticket office staff all make up the customer service teams
Archaeology: Building new railways means digging up a lot of earth —oftern uncovering forgotten historical artefacts below the ground.
Environment: Make sure rail projects have as minimal an impact as possible on wildlife and the natural environment. Environmental crews even relocate animals and plant trees if needs be.
Construction: Construction workers lay new track, build new infrastructure, and upgrade and repair old lines, facilities and equipment, and buildings.
Maintenance: Maintenance engineers make sure the track and infrastructure is working reliable and safely, and fix any problems.
Who will I work for? Employers include Network Rail, who own and manage the track, and the rail operators who run train services on the line. Then there are companies set up to handle specific projects, such as Crossrail and High Speed 2, and organisations like Transport for London, which run particular networks like the London Underground. On top of this, there are numerous contractors who carry out particular projects, like design engineering or software consultancy. Find out more about the different kinds of employers you can work for in this article
Jobs and Apprenticeships SPOTLIGHT ON: TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS—RAIL
Am I cut out for it? The honest answer is: probably! As you can see from the list above, there are so many different jobs in the sector that there’s something for everyone. Here are some general benefits a career in rail can offer:
UK Travel: Engineers, architects, environment crews, train drivers and on -board staff travel regionally and nationally. There are many opportunities for others to travel around the country meeting clients and colleagues.
World Travel! Depending on your role, there are opportunities to visit other sites across the world to visit manufacturing sites, learn new skills and secure new contracts with suppliers.
Job Security: Jobs are being created all the time, and 100,000 new vacancies are expected over the next decade.
Make a difference: Whether we travel by train or not, we all rely on railways to transport our goods around the country.
Is a career in rail future proof? Yes! High-tech tools are being developed all the time to make trains more autonomous. Software is also the bread and butter of websites and apps like the Train Line and National Rail Enquires. We are in a new era of railway expansion, with thousands of people working on High Speed 2, which will connect London to the Midlands and later the North and Scotland. Then of course there’s Crossrail. And people are already talking about Crossrail 2 and High Speed 3!
How do I get there? Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are available at the intermediate and advanced level. To begin an intermediate apprenticeship you’ll need 5 GCSEs, to start an advanced apprenticeships, 2 A-levels: With a rail engineering track apprenticeship, you;ll train to work on the track and other parts of the line, fixing signals, and maintaining the train tracks. With a rail services apprenticeship, you could specialise in customer service, moving trains from one place to another (‘shunting’), signal operations or control room operation.
A rail service apprenticeships is for you if you’d like to become a train driver, train manager or conductor. Find out more about rail apprenticeships on this page
Jobs and Apprenticeships SPOTLIGHT ON: TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS—RAIL
University University is the option for you in you want to work in high-skilled areas which generally require a degree, such as architecture or the design part of engineering.
What can I study? There is a wide range of options, including: Engineering: Civil, electrical and mechanical engineering degrees or a general engineering degree specialising in one of these areas. Computer Science: The rail industry relies heavily on computer technology, for the systems used to keep the rail network running smoothly, to onboard computers designed to aid the driver and automate processes. Architecture: Architects are the creative sparks who come up with novel designs for key features of the rail network such as stations and bridges. To become a fully qualified architect, you need to study and train for 7 years. Any degree: Roles in finance, marketing, project management and so on don ’t require and kind of degree. How do I find a job? A skills shortage in technical roles, plus the growing number of jobs in the rain sector, means graduates are in a good place to find work. Here are some techniques you can try to find any kind of graduate job in rail—whether it’s technical like engineering of software, or a support role such as finance or HR: Search for graduate schemes with rail employers like Transport for London, Crossrail, Network Rail and High Speed 2. Also look for grad schemes and vacancies with contractors—companies who work with the rail industry. This includes engineering firms, software consultancies and even professional services companies. Architecture graduates are often offered work with the employer who provided their training placement. More resources:
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Jobs and Apprenticeships STRUCTURAL/CIVIL DESIGN ENGINEER DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP—BATH (4235) CLOSING DATE 26/06/2020 We are recruiting for a Structural Engineering Degree Apprentice to join our friendly and innovative Bath Structures team, who are involved in a wide variety of challenging and exciting projects. About us... We are an interconnected community of engineering consultants, advisors and specialists that bring to bear cutting-edge integrated thinking, best practice, and strident creativity to make a project vision viable, whether that vision is for a building, a neighbourhood or an entire city. We strive to offer our employees a real purpose at work; to be part of a global community that is shaping the future of our built environment. Our employees are challenged to solve the major problems facing societies today and together we are proud to deliver elegant and sustainable solutions for our buildings and cities. We've worked on some iconic projects including, the Millennium Dome, the High Line Park in New York, the 2012 Olympic Park and its subsequent urban regeneration into the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. We welcome employees from all backgrounds who share our values want a fulfilling career. We're always looking for individuals to join our team of world leading professionals – are you ready? Why join BuroHappold as an Apprentice? Our management team include qualified professional engineers who learnt, developed and became qualified through the apprenticeship route. We are keen to support activity towards professional registration status to achieve the highest level of membership and registration the individual academic background allows. Many engineers who decide to progress through the apprenticeship route find that working during the day on projects whilst attending part time study provides an invaluable experience and enables a work focused programme of learning delivering increased technical skills and behaviours that are invaluable for their career. The University of the West of England will provide an excellent programme of study on a day-release basis. For more information on the programme, follow this link. The weekly wage on offer for this post is £400. What will I be doing? Working on a variety of incredible projects around the world, you will have a varied role which will include: Undertaking detailed structural engineering design (using both software and knowledge to verify rigorous calculations) Preparing technical specifications and schedules, design stage reports, structural specifications and innovative design solutions. Planning and undertaking Computer Aided Drawings for production of design work Using Building Information Modelling (BIM) software to design engineering services on projects learning from colleagues and in house training Ensuring service and project work are carried out to a high standard within agreed deadlines and within budget Assist in development of computational engineering to create innovative design solutions Representing the company as part of a team attending design team meetings or meetings with clients and architects What do I bring to this role? Good IT skills and the ability to learn and use software, you will have the opportunity to learn programmes such as 3D BIM, structural analysis packages and visual programming (i.e. Python, Dynamo and Grasshopper) Great communications skills and a team-oriented outlook (ability to work in a team environment) Confident, enthusiastic, proactive and 'can do' attitude A positive and inquisitive approach and the confidence to ask and respond to challenging questions Willingness to develop personally and acquire new skills. What qualifications will I need in order to enrol… The following qualifications are eligible under this degree apprenticeship.. GCSE: For all applicants, Grade C/4 or above in English Language or equivalent. Please note the University does not accept Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Certificates in Adult Numeracy and Literacy as suitable alternatives to GCSEs. A-level subjects: Grade C or above in Mathematics. Points from General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken onto full ALevel) can be included towards the overall tariff. Applicants must have a minimum of two A-Levels. Specific subjects: Maths requirement can also be met by the Cambridge Pre-U Mathematics at Merit 3.
EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: To include Merit in one of the following units: Further Mathematics for Technicians; Further Engineering Mathematics; Further Maths for Construction and the Built Environment or Further Mathematics for Construction. Access: Achievement of the HE Diploma; to include 30 Level 3 credits at Merit with 15 credits in Mathematics. Please list the units that you are taken in the application. Baccalaureate IB: To include a minimum grade of 5 in higher level Mathematics. How do I apply? BuroHappold will be managing the application process for this post. Please apply via our careers site.
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-523019
Jobs and Apprenticeships BUILDING SERVICES DESIGN ENGINEER DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP—BATH CLOSING DATE 26/06/2020 We are recruiting for a Building Services Degree Apprentice to join our friendly and innovative Bath Building Services (MEP) team, who are involved in a wide variety of challenging and exciting projects. About us... We are an interconnected community of engineering consultants, advisors and specialists that bring to bear cutting-edge integrated thinking, best practice, and strident creativity to make a project vision viable, whether that vision is for a building, a neighbourhood or an entire city. We strive to offer our employees a real purpose at work; to be part of a global community that is shaping the future of our built environment. Our employees are challenged to solve the major problems facing societies today and together we are proud to deliver elegant and sustainable solutions for our buildings and cities. We've worked on some iconic projects including, the Millennium Dome, the High Line Park in New York, the 2012 Olympic Park and its subsequent urban regeneration into the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. We welcome employees from all backgrounds who share our values want a fulfilling career. We're always looking for individuals to join our team of world leading professionals – are you ready? Why join BuroHappold as an Apprentice? Our management team include qualified professional engineers who learnt, developed and became qualified through the apprenticeship route. Many engineers who decide to progress through the apprenticeship route find that working during the day on projects whilst attending part time study provides an invaluable experience and enables a work focused programme of learning delivering increased technical skills and behaviours that are invaluable for their career. The University of the West of England will provide an excellent programme of study on a day-release basis. For more information on the programme, follow this link. The weekly wage on offer for this post is £400. What will I be doing? You will embrace the latest energy and MEP technologies to improve performance and sustainability. Sustainable design is top of our corporate agenda. Undertake detailed mechanical engineering building services design and calculations (using both software and knowledge to verify robust calculations). Ensuring service and project work are carried out to an excellent standard - within agreed deadlines and within budget. Prepare technical specifications and schedules, design development reports and innovative design solutions. Plan and manage input to Computer Aided Design programmes for production of design work. Represent the company as part of a team attending design team meetings or meetings with client and architects Use Building information modelling software to design engineering services on projects learning from colleagues and in house training What do I bring to this role? A keen interest in the built environment and a desire to develop Building Information Modelling skills to express your designs Confident, enthusiastic, proactive and 'can do' attitude A positive and inquisitive approach and the confidence to ask and respond to challenging questions You will typically have at least three A levels at Grades A*-C including Mathematics and Physical Science (either Physics or Chemistry) or will have completed a level 3 Apprenticeship BTEC National Diploma in a relevant field. We would also expect you to start the programme holding a L2 Maths and English qualification (GSCE grade A*- C / new tariff grade 4 or above). How do I apply? BuroHappold will be managing the application process for this post. Please apply via our careers site. https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/523043
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My name is Matthew Horler. I work for Buro Happold, an engineering company in Bath, but grew up in Midsomer Norton and left Norton Hill School around 15 years ago. Since then I have developed a career through an electrical apprenticeship, moving into a work place part time degree in engineering. I am a huge advocate for work place learning, given the experience and support I have gained over the years. I would like to take the opportunity to promote the new apprenticeship degree scheme that Buro Happold have to offer. I am a practicing engineer and given that this is often a role for HR to promote the apprenticeship, I have a huge passion for this route of education and really want to generate awareness of this route as an alternative to full time degrees. The offer is in line with the government apprenticeship scheme and is a superb opportunity for students to gain a degree in engineering whilst being supported financially along with a great knowledge base and network within the workplace. The link below is for the advertisement published to the government website and you can also visit our company website to see more about us. As the advert states, we employ around 600 engineering staff however we have in excess of 1500 employees worldwide that include roles like specialist consulting and business support. We are considered as one of the leading companies in our field and it is truly a fantastic opportunity to be exposed to some of the projects that we work on, for example the new Tottenham Hotspur football stadium, which we designed structurally and all of the services within. I have to say, there are also so many opportunities such as worldwide travel, young engineering and social communities, networking, etc.
Degree Apprenticeship Advert https://wwwlfindapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-523043 Buro Happold website links Our projects https://www.burohappold.com/projects/
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Work Experience Work Experienceand Volunteering and Volunteering Wessex Water’s Young People’s Panel We have an exciting work experience opportunity for sixth formers and Year 11 students to get involved in the running of one of the largest businesses in our region. This is the fifth year of our Young People’s Panel which brings the views of young adults into the decision-making we do to plan our future operations. We’re recruiting 26 individuals who live in the Wessex Water region to join our panel, which will allow their voices to be heard at executive level and provide a unique opportunity for them to kickstart a career in the world of business. We are looking for sixth formers from all social backgrounds: this really is an opportunity for anyone who is interested. We’re hoping that you will encourage pupils to apply who might otherwise think something like this is ‘not for me’. How will your sixth formers benefit? They will have real influence on the decisions made by senior management as well as: • see inside the workings of a major business • meet other like-minded sixth formers from around the region • get a formal reference for use in UCAS or apprenticeship applications • get a £100 reward for taking part. What’s involved? The Young People’s Panel will meet on two occasions, Wednesday 16th September and Tuesday 3rd November. We are hoping that the meetings will be able to take place at Wessex Water’s headquarters in Bath under social distancing guidelines. However, should that not be possible we will arrange virtual meetings. The meetings will start at 10am and finish at approximately 4pm. We will reimburse individuals for all travel expenses. The meetings will include a mix of briefings from senior executives about the business and the challenges it faces and facilitated problem-solving exercises. Between the two meetings, members of the panel will work in teams on a main task. On the second day they will present to a senior board of judges. Who should apply? We would expect sixth formers to be one or more of the following: hinking about a career in a business setting; perhaps as an engineer, a product developer, in a financial, a
customer service or marketing role, or even would-be entrepreneurs who plan to run their own business one day. Someone who enjoys getting their point across: taking an active part in class discussions and debates and
problem-solving. A good team player: a good listener as well as a good talker!
How to apply We are contacting a limited number of schools and colleges in our region so would encourage you to publicise the initiative to your sixth-formers so they have the opportunity to get involved. The application form is quick and easy and should take no longer than 15 minutes to complete. Students can apply by following this link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=QpcdYF_ttU-vwqG6cPex4z_xixp- QyRGr0832DX6mzxUODAxUVFZNzdEN0c4NVUyRVQ1RFo4Q0pSVi4u The closing date for applications is 5pm on Wednesday 15th July. Contact details Blue Marble Research, a specialist research and engagement agency, will be running this initiative. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Jo Ballan-Whitfield at Blue Marble Research directly: wwpanel@bluemarbleresearch.co.uk or call 01761 239329. Further information While Wessex Water already works with many schools, colleges and universities in our region as part of our education programme, this young people’s panel goes a step further and allows young people to help influence what we do. The panel will be featured in future company reports and will inevitably be well-talked about with the water sector and local media. You can get a taste of what it is all about by following this link to a short video https://www.wessexwater.co.uk/corporate/customer-service/customer-engagement/young-peoples-panel
Work Experience and Volunteering If you are due to be going out on work-experience in June, please check your Teams communication. If you have any work-experience related queries, you can email the coordinator at: ceiag@stbrn.ac.uk If you would like a careers appointment, advice or guidance, please email ceiag@stbrn.ac.uk These email addresses will continue to be monitored.
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I have an exciting opportunity which may be of interest to some of your students. Trinity Hall will be hosting an online BME virtual Open Day at the end of the month and we would like to invite your BME students to attend. This is open to all so please share widely. Below is a message from the BME Officer at Trinity Hall who is organising the event: Hello, My name is Maro Okiti and I am the Black and Minority Ethnic officer from Trinity Hall, University of Cambridge. Prior to applying to Cambridge, I had several concerns ranging from the admissions process which seemed mystified to wondering how someone from my ethnic background would fit into the university. In retrospect, I acknowledge that whilst my fears were valid I should not have allowed it to discourage me. Being in my position now, I have realised that many students from underrepresented backgrounds are in a similar position to my younger self. In order to mitigate these concerns and demystify Cambridge from the perspective of an ethnic minority, I am launching Trinity Hall’s inaugural virtual BME Open Day Event on the 26th June, 2020. This student-led initiative is designed to give prospective students the opportunity to get a personal feel of Trinity Hall college and Cambridge University. The BME Open Day will feature a virtual college tour, a Q& A session with the Admissions office, subject-specific interview workshops and a student panel that sheds lights on the experiences of a few students.
Trinity Hall is dedicated to addressing the challenge of under-representation of BME students at Cambridge and this Open day is a reflection of our values. I would deeply appreciate it if your students can take this opportunity to virtually experience life at Cambridge and dispel some of the myths and fears that they may have. To attend the virtual Open Day Event, kindly fill in this form: https://cambridge.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9N4N3ZaQI7dD18V Thank you
www.jcr.trinhall.cam.ac.uk/prospective-students.
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YOUR GUIDE TO HIGHER EDUCATION MAKING IT FROM APPLICATION TO ARRIVAL WEBINAR 1—15/6/20, 14.00—15.00 WHAT AND WHERE TO STUDY: MAKING THE RIGHT DECISION WEBINAR 2—22/6/20, 14.00—15.00 PERSONAL STATEMENTS: MAKING A STATEMENT
WEBINAR 3—29/6/20, 14.00—15.00 STUDENT LIFE: MAKING THE MOST OF BEING AT UNIVERSITY WEBINAR 4—8/7/20, 14.00—15.00 STUDENT FINANCE: MAKING IT EASY TO BUDGET AND UNDERSTAND Full details are available using this link https://www.channeltalent.co.uk/your-guide-to-higher-education-making -it-from-application-to-arrival-aberystwyth/ Students are encouraged to access the whole series to gain the full benefit but, if you prefer to opt for individual sessions, you will also be very welcome. This is also open for parents as well as younger students. Please also note that the full details of the Business & Management HE Faculty Fair next Wednesday are now available. It will be an excellent insight for students considering this path: June 10 @ 13.00—15.00 HE Faculty Fair: Business & Management with UEA & Goldsmiths Find out more
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At Swansea University’s Engineering dept. we’ve been working to put together a catalogue of learning resources & materials that will be able to engage and stimulate students who will have experienced disruption to their studies, may be nervous about preparing for University, or need something to keep ticking over during the Summer period. If anyone has a subject interest in Engineering and would like to utilise
these materials, they can be accessed here
https://www.swansea.ac.uk/engineering/school-tastersessions/resources/
This is a live working page, with resources being constantly added. We are also periodically delivering live webinars and online sessions, details of which will be added to this page.
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As the summer Open Day season fast approaches, we expect your thoughts are turning to how to help you (and their parents/ supporters) make the most of virtual events, in lieu of the faceto-face advice and guidance that we all work so hard to deliver throughout the year We’re conscious that Year 12 students in particular are missing out on UCAS events and a wealth of information sessions in school/college during this time, and as such, our next Open Day will include more of the presentations that we’d normally deliver when we visit you. We’ll be holding our Online Open Day on Saturday 20 June and as well as all the traditional content, we’re also working hard to include additional content for Year 13 students too. We’re also running bi-weekly drop-in sessions for students and have a selection of presentations on our website for them to view. If there are any questions that you are frequently being asked, or you have suggestions for other ways in which we can support your students and their parents/supporters, then please do get in touch as we would be happy to work with you in any way we can.
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APPLY NOW: ELEVATE 2021 We are now accepting applications for Elevate 2021 commencing in January! Our teachers have developed online auditions so you can safely audition from home. Elevate Dance Company is a touring company with an annual intake. Members of Elevate Dance Company are age 18+ and consist of talented young dancers - graduates, gap-year students and professionals - who wish to gain performance and teaching experience and to express their faith in dance. Members of Elevate train and rehearse during the spring and summer terms before commencing their extensive tour in the summer. The unique, rich and diverse performances and workshops by Elevate, reach church, school and theatre communities with a powerful message of hope.
Whether you are looking for performance experience, rigorous dance training, a gap year or simply a year to grow with like-minded people, then this course is for you. For those with less experience, we also offer a three month foundation course. Elevate Dance Foundation is for anyone over the age of 18 who wants to develop their dance skills and explore the connection between dance and the Christian faith, within an enjoyable and supportive environment. Email elevate@springsdancecompany.org.uk for details or visit our website to learn more about how to apply.
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Black Lives Matter The reality of racism has been brought into sharp and disturbing focus over the past few weeks as we saw how for some people Black lives simply do not matter. Black communities across the globe face racism, violence, and discrimination on an everyday basis. We stand in solidarity with our Black staff and students against all forms of racism and social injustice. There is no place for racism at our University. Our University has a critical role in education and in shaping social policy and must remain at the forefront of the continuing struggle against prejudice and inequity based on race. We also committed to diversifying our student body further, ensuring Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic students enter and succeed at university. You can find out more about our widening participation and inclusion work here. Year 12 students who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic may also like to register for our live event ‘Being BAME at Bristol’ to speak to current BAME students about their experiences of studying and living in the city. More details below.
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New subject specific resources being uploaded this week Art and Humanities: Philosophy, Knowledge and Science lecture series, Careers in Arts (see video below), Choosing your Arts and Humanities degree, The Gothic and Literary Theory series Engineering: How robots can be used to grow human tissue, Internet of us part 3— Amplifiers Modern Languages: Look at the speeches of Dolores Ibarruri, Language Map of the Habsburg Empire Social Sciences and Law: Intersection between public policy and health—obesity lecture Health Sciences: What Dental students think of their degree, Acareer in veterinary nursing Life Sciences: Cellular Medicine Immunology, What you can do with a degree in Life Science, Pollinators and COVID– 19, Use of DNA in CSI forensics workshops Science: Earthquakes and Marsquakes, Chemistry in the Dock
Live question and answer session with university staff and students These live chat sessions offer students the opportunity to ask questions and delve further into a topic. A link to register for these events will be shared with students who have signed up to access our virtual resources. Choosing your Arts and Humanities Degree. Wednesday 10 June, 11.00—12.00 What’s it like being a Dental Student at the University of Bristol? Wednesday 10 June, 14.00—15.00 Being BAME (Black, Asian and minority ethnic) at Bristol. Thursday 11 June, 16.30—17.30 Student Life at the University or Bristol—Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences & Law. Thursday 18 June,
16.30—17.30 Meet a Vet. Tuesday 23 June, 14.00—15.00 Student Life at the University of Bristol—Science (including Mathematics, Chemistry & Physics).
Wednesday 24 June, 16.30—17.30 Becoming an Engineer—What is it like? Tuesday 30 June, 11.00—12.00 Student Life at the University of Bristol—Life Sciences (including Biology, Psychology & Neurosci-
ence). Wednesday 1 July, 11.00—12.00 Life as a Law student at the University of Bristol. Tuesday 7 July, 16.30—17.30 Life as an Economics student at the University of Bristol. Thursday 9 July, 16.30—17.30
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Virtual Open Day We will host a Virtual Open Day on Friday 26 June. This event will offer introductory taster lectures as well as the chance to talk to our academics, current students and members of our support services. We recommend that students prepare questions in advance and also check with Faculty their preferred subject sits within. Students can register for this here
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LOGIC PRO X If you are interested in recording music, you may already be familiar with Logic Pro, a DAW that we use in our college for our Music Technology courses. If you haven’t yet been able to give it a try, Logic Pro X has announced that it’s currently FREE for 90 Days. You can download the trial here. Please note that you need a Mac to run Logic)
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I hope you have had an opportunity to visit our Virtual Open Days in the link at the bottom of the page. A number of live online events are taking place this week in a variety of academic subject areas, as well as general sessions on Applying to LSE, Student Life, the LSE Students Union, LSE Language Centre, LSE Volunteer Centre and more. We will also producing updated information for teachers and schools, including advice and guidance on supporting you through the application process.
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In normal circumstances we would be welcoming prospective undergraduate students onto the LSE campus this term for one of our Open Days. Instead, we are delighted to say you can now experience our Virtual Open Day wherever they are in the world. On these pages, you will be able to: Learn more about the study opportunities at LSE Watch videos and listen to talks from staff and students Explore London, the LSE campus, and university accommodation through interactive maps, videos and virtual tours Find out how to apply to LSE and what we look for in an application Discover LSE’s academic and student support services—Alumni, Careers, Disability & Wellbeing, Faith Centre, Financial Support, Language Centre and LSE LIFE. Find out about student life at LSE and our Students’ Union. Speak directly to LSE students and staff through our live Q&A sessions, online events and live chat page. Access information written specifically for parents and carers about LSE’s services to support students. We will be adding to and updating these pages throughout the coming days and weeks, but please do explore them now, and to check back regularly for new information and additional online events. We will also be producing updated information for teachers and schools, including advice and guidance on supporting your students through the application process. We will write to you with further details about this later in June. We look forward to being able to welcome you onto the LSE campus sometime in the near future. Until then, I hope our Virtual Open Day gives them a flavour of what LSE has to offer.
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VIRTUAL OPEN DAYS - 13 JUNE 10 & 11 JULY 2020 Just like our normal Open Days, these events allow you to find out more about the subject you are interested in, speak to staff and current students about their experiences of Lincoln, find out more about the support services available, and explore our campus and wider city. We are really excited to announce that, exclusively at Lincoln we will have visiting lecturer, naturalist and TV presenter, Chris Packham and BBC Radio 1 Broadcaster, Clara Amfo joining us! Both will be delivering a short, interactive talk on University as well as a Q&A session starting at 12 noon on both dates:
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Friday 10 July - Chris Packham
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Saturday 11 July - Clara Amfo
We hope you can join us all for a great virtual experience!
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'Making the Most of a Virtual Open Day' In response to Covid-19, we at the University of Lincoln and many others are providing Virtual Open Days and we want to help you make the most of these. Join Cici on Thursday June 11 at 1pm for helpful hints and tips on gaining what you need from these virtual events. All talks are live streamed and interactive on our Virtual Classroom
'Writing Your Personal Statement' We understand writing your personal statement can be a challenging part of your UCAS application and to make this easier, join Curtis on Thursday June 18 at 1pm for hints, tips and advice on writing the best Personal Statement you can. All talks are live streamed and interactive on our Virtual Classroom page.
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Preparing for University - Moving to University. Hear from Alice Thorpe a recent graduate, talk about her experience moving to Lincoln, from the move-in day itself to making friends and everything in between. Access all of our latest YouTube content on preparing for University and more here Join Alice
Have you discovered 'Lincoln Island'? Take a virtual trip to Lincoln's Brayford Pool today. From pirate ships and giant parrots to duelling university professors and dancing students, the University of Lincoln's city centre campus has been reimagined in a new and unique video game. Find out more and download your free copy!
Discover the City of Lincoln - A Students Perspective Get a feel for the beautiful city of Lincoln with this city tour made by recent graduate, Callum Mitchell. Access all of our latest YouTube content on preparing for University and more here
Starting University? Check out our Student Support for advice Going to university is an exciting time for anyone. It is a brand new chapter in your life. You will make friends for life and there will be lots of opportunities to develop yourself in different ways and participate in many new, exciting things. It can also be a big change that can take some getting used to and the University is here to support you with challenges you may face. Access advice
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Join us every Wednesday at 2pm for interactive and educational talks from an exciting line up of speakers in our Lincoln Live series. Past speakers have included Love Island's, Wes Nelson, BBC Radio One Broadcaster, Clara Amfo and Springwatch Presenter and Guest Lecturer, Chris Packham. All talks are streamed live here
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Have you seen our online classroom? Here you will find lots of support and activities during these challenging times. Join us every week:
Monday at 3pm for the Lincoln Quiz. Live for just 24 hours!
2pm every Wednesday for an interactive and educational talks from an exciting line up of speakers in our Lincoln Live series. At 1pm every Thursday for short, live, interactive talks from the Education Liaison Team on considering and preparing for University. Past talks have included Student Finance, Why Go to University, The UCAS Application Process and more. Between 2pm and 4pm every Thursday for our Live Link-Up - suitable for both prospective students and applicants. Access exclusive benefits by signing up to become a Virtual Classroom member - be the first to put your questions to our Lincoln Live speakers!
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Exploring University 16 & 18 June 2020 Exploring University will be two days of online events to provide advice and support to students considering university. On 16 June we will have introductory sessions on topics such as choosing a course and university, the UCAS application process, and student finance and budgeting. We will also have a current student talk about their experiences. Admissions, clearing, and preparing for university life are the focus for 18 June. There will also be a session for parents and supporters to provide an update about university applications and finance, and how they can support applicants with these important decisions. Further information and booking details are online
Virtual Student Resources Student interested in hearing more from the University of Liverpool can now access a wide range of free HE advice presentations delivered by our team of experts. Topics currently include Personal Statements, Student Finance, Choosing a Course and University, and Transition to Univeristy. Use this link for more information.
Culture at Home Online Resources The University of Liverpool, in partnership with the Liverpool City Council, have created a free Culture Hub of fantastic apps, blogs, activities, and academic resources which you can access. There is a wealth of Creative, Historical, and Musical resources and activities to get involved with. The Teaching and learning section will be particularly useful for students doing research projects.
Liverpool Academic Year 2020 Currently we anticipate that first year UK-based undergraduates will join us on campus between 26 September and 2 October, and we will run a series of welcome activities from 28 September to 2 October. Teaching will then begin on 12 October. We plan to introduce a hybrid model of learning (a mix of face-to-face and online sessions), that will provide the best student experience, while accounting for appropriate social distancing. Some healthcare and veterinary programmes may have a slighty different schedule. Full details are on our website If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via one of the following email addresses Admissions : uguk@liverpool.ac.uk Accommodation ; accommodation@liverpool.ac.uk For updated information for students holding offers at Liverpool please utilise our Applicant Zone Webpage Our Student Ambassadors are also available to chat to students to provide an insight in the Liverpool experience
HIGHER EDUCATION International HE Advice & Support A this time of year students in Year 12 are typically presented with all sorts of options for their future. We appreciate that this cannot happen in the normal manner but we are commited to helping in whatever way we can. This newsletter gives a few suggestions. Many universities are understandably preoccupied with the start of the next academic year so all we can really tell you about going to university in 2021 is that, hopefully, it will be different from 2020. However, it will almost certainly be different from 2019 as well and our webinars are designed to try to give you and your students a sense of what to expect. If you are interested in studying…
In the USA
In the Netherlands
Dentistry
...then please make them aware of our forthcoming webinars (details below). You would also be welcome to sign up and attend!
We appreciate that you may not have decided on whether studying abroad is right for you and perhaps could benefit from more general advice. We have a limited number of slots available to UK and international schools who would like us to do deliver an online session on international education. We also introduce Prague College’s summer schools to you in this newsletter. If you are interested in web design, digital photography, painting and financial crime, this might be something for you to consider. Prague College Summer Schools While it might be difficult to go anywhere at the moment, Prague College in the Czech Republic has actually reopened for students. Not everyone can be done in person at this time and they have developed some really innovative online short programmes starting on 15th June. If you find yourself at a loose end and would like to start on a university-level module in the following subjects, we recommend that you check them out: Financial Crime Website Design & Development Digital Photography Studio Painting All of those programmes are suitable for beginners but Financial Crime does require some knowledge of business and/or economics. Please visit the Prague College Website for more information.
HIGHER EDUCATION International HE Advice & Support Studying in the Netherlands in 2021 and beyond Every year we get more enquiries for the Netherlands than any other country. We will run two webinars on studying there with University of Groningen in the next two weeks. This will give you the information you need to decide whether Dutch higher education is right for you. The University of Groningen is one of the top 100 universities in the world and they currently have around 35 Bachelor’s degrees offered in English, everything from art history to artificial intelligence. Naomi Eustace, the coordinator for UK applications will be speaking in both webinars and will be more than happy to answer your questions about studying in the Netherlands in general and about Groningen in Study in the USA—Sensible, affordable options in these changing times. If you are interested in learning about the Ivy League and sporting scholarships this is not the Study in the USA webinar for you. If you are interested in learning about how accessible US higher education can be, even for the highest quality universities, then join us to learn from Jelle Draper, the European Representative of Green River College. In this webinar we will discuss the online alternatives that many US universities will introduce in 2020 as well as Gap Year and transform programmes that can see you experience US higher education for some or all of your degree. Green River College is a pioneer in transfer programmes both within the USA and Europe. If you would like to learn more about these highly cost-effective initiatives, sign up to learn more next week. The webinar takes place on Wednesday 17th June at 15.00 UK time and you can sign up here to take part.
Universidad Europea Madrid
Studying Dentistry in Spain It is fair to say that studying dentistry abroad might not be anyone’s first choice. However, if you are looking to get a place in the UK in 2021 you will certainly find that the competition is intense. In recent years we have helped hundreds of British students go to dental schools. Their employment options upon graduation have certainly not been inferior to UK qualified dentists. We recommend that you tune in to our webinar to learn more about studying in five dental schools in Spain. We will be joined by Elisa Acquadro of Universidad Europea de Madrid and hope to have a student from Universidad Catolica de Valencia with us as well. This is the best chance for you to see whether dentistry in Spain should be part of your strategy in 2021 and beyond. (For 2020 it is probably too late but maybe there are still a few possibilities—this is a very strange year after all!) The webinar takes place on Thursday 18th June at 15.00 you can sign up here to take part
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Please find details below of events coming up that you may be interested in attending: Over the next few week, every Tuesday 3pm-4pm, we have a series of Twilight lectures taking place, as well as our online Open Days and Virtual Higher Education experience day.
Upcoming Twilight Lectures: How do you defend reasonable force? Has e-commerce destroyed the traditional company? How do the police deal with critical incidents? Students may book their place now and find out more details via www.law.ac.uk/events Want to chat to a current student? You can chat with a current student about their own experiences about being a student at the University of Law through our Unibuddy platform. Find out more here Alternatively, you can always contact us at undergrad@law.ac.uk with any queries you may have.
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We’re LIVE with the experts—on Facebook, and now in the UCAS Hub! We know it’s not just your 2020 applicants who have questions. So, as well as offering Facebook lives in the countdown to Confirmation and Clearing, we’re running a series of sessions to support your 2021 applicants. Streamed live in the UCAS Hub, students can ask questions, make notes, and access the tools they need to continue their research and application.
What’s coming up?
9 & 16 June—How to best represent yourself to universities Both in your personal statement and interviews.
10 & 17 June—Unpicking league tables And advice on how to use them.
23 June—Q&A with Universities of Oxford and Cambridge For the chance to find out what exactly is required to get in.
The full list of Hub lives can be viewed on ucas.com, along with details of the subjectmatter experts who will be delivering them.
How do I get involved? All students need to do is join us live in the UCAS Hub at the right time. Students not yet signed up to the Hub? It’s quick and easy—here’s how.
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Careers Events, Information and Opportunities
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New careers content from Career Pilot: To help students navigate their career choices in unusual and rapidly changing times.
Career Pilot have written some timely advice for any students who are finding that their plans have been disrupted somewhat by coronavirus. Do take a look at the sections highlighted in Yellow at the top of this page: https://careerpilot.org.uk/ If you have any further questions about your specific situation, please do send us an email in Careers: ceiag@stbrn.ac.uk
Careers Events, Information and Opportunities
National Careers Service Virtual Jobs Fair returns on June 8 Following the success of its first Virtual Jobs Fair in May, with over 1000 jobs, apprenticeship and volunteering opportunities advertised, the National Careers Service is holding a second fair. South West and Oxon: Thursday 11th June 2020, 1-2pm https://www.gov.uk/government/news/national-careers-servicevirtual-jobs-fair-returns-on-june-8 “Our St Brendan’s Careers Advisers are available during weekdays for questions relating to your future plans and current situation—just drop us an email to ceiag@stbrn.ac.uk and we will respond promptly. If you would specifically like to have a real-time careers appointment with a careers adviser over the phone or live web chat, The National Careers service offers this service free of charge: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/contact-us The service also goes live on Twitter every Wednesday, answering careers-related questions between 6-9pm: https://twitter.com/nationalcareers @nationalcareers
This service is also available to your family/friends aged 13+, who are resident in England. Do make sure to read their privacy policy and terms and conditions.”
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Careers Events, Information and Opportunities Rewarding health careers: Join us for our FREE webinars
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Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) Interested in a career in helping people? The I See The Difference team are hosting their first ever FREE webinar series on Careers in Allied Health. Click here to register for our webinars
AHPs are healthcare specialists who provide treatment and rehabilitation to patients. They work directly with patients, where they can really see the difference they make to people’s everyday lives—relieving their pain and helping them stay independent. We are bringing you some great content on health careers to share with pupils considering their options. Join us as we explore the benefits of careers in professions such as: Podiatry Therapeutic radiography Orthoptics Prosthetics and orthotics Our amazing Outreach Officers, Rachel Middleton, George Lock, Emily Farrell, Michelle Tyler, Chris Jefferson and Kimberley Atkinson, will be hosting a range of webinars to introduce you to 15 allied health professions. This is a great opportunity to help provide further knowledge, resources and information about these amazing health careers. If you want to find out more, please register for our FREE webinars through the link below Click here to register for our webinars
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Having assessed our position in relation to guidance set out by Government, we are taking the decision to close the College to all th students from Wednesday 18 March at 2:30pm. This means that from this point onwards, no lessons will be running at College and no students will be permitted to be on College site until further notice.
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Careers Appointments Due to the closure of college, all appointments, careers information, advice and guidance will be given via email.
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