Courses, Choices and Career Opportunities: October 2024
Courses, Choices and Career Opportunities
October 2024
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. Eleanor Roosevelt (First Lady of the United States from 1933-45)
In this month’s edition you will find details of:
Allied Health Care Work Experience
Applying for Apprenticeships – Toolkit (FREE) Applying to Veterinary Course
Apprenticeship Application and Support Events
Apprenticeships and Work Experience Opportunities – sign up
Apprenticeships – from Business to Cyber Security (and lots in between)
Are you interested in Medicine or Allied Healthcare? Boost your skills with finance courses and FutureLearn
Budding Architects – Course
Business and Society – new course in York
Career in Sustainability – how much do you know-quiz
CityZen – Engineering Competition for L6 and U6 only
Computer Science Taster: Managing a Cyber Attack- 9th October
Courses for aspiring medical students
Criminal Investigation Day – 30th October
Criminology: Police Decision-Making and Culture – Aberystwyth – 16th October
CyberEPQ Courses for 16-18 year olds
Discovering Engineering
Dive into the world of law
Edinburgh Career Fair – 2nd October
Edinburgh jobs, Apprenticeships and Opportunities
Engineering, Computing, Nursing, Music, Film, Law, Business Lectures and workshops
Engineering Work Experience
Engineering Work Experience – Engineering a Sustainable World
Engineering – Work Experience Opportunity
Engineers and Scientists - Sustainability Master Classes
Explore a Career in Medicine
Explore: Sports Scholarships in the US
Finance or Accounting Courses – support and mentoring available
Free courses – AI and Tech … and more Free Medical Lectures for Young People
Future Asset - Competition - Get your team ready!
Guidance to help with Medical Work Experience
History and Politics Workshop – Lecture on 9th October
Interested in Conservation and Community – free event for students
Interested in psychology – take the quiz
International Opportunities
International Opportunities for courses Jobs, Placements and Opportunities
Law Events
L6 thinking of Medicine?
Making your University Applications Stand Out – FOR U5 AND SIXTH FORM
Medical and Science Events – October – sign up!
MMI Interview Preparation for U6
NHS Work Experience - Allied Health Care and Medicine
Pathways to Medicine and Fifth Choice Options
Personal Statement Advice
Personal Statement Support
Psychology, Criminology, Law, Business Careers Week
Psychology Essay Competition
Reconnecting to Support: Portfolio Preparation and Career Advice in Art and Design
SAAS Resources
Series of Science and Medically-related Events
Subject Taster Guides
Taster Sessions – all subject areas – get viewing, taking notes … University of Glasgow Open Days
University Taster Sessions
Uptree Work Experience and Courses
Uptree resources for work experience and events
US Colleges Virtual Events
Veterinary Medicine Courses
Work Experience
Work Experience in STEM
Conferences, Talks, Lectures, Podcasts, Seminars and Webinars
Applications Podcast
Engineering Webinars – University of Edinburgh – register now!!! Fashion, Art, Business, Portfolios...Webinars - UAL
How to Strategically Apply to Oxbridge 2025
Making into Medical School Webinar
October Webinars and Events on US/UK University Admissions
Psychology Research and Webinars
Social Psychology: Cutting Edge Research – Seminar Series with UEA and Ispa (Instituto Universitario (Portugal)
Subject Guides – from veterinary nursing to creative writing
The Psychology of Crime – Exploring the Mind (virtual event) with UofL-22nd
October
Top tips for Personal Statements, applications, interviews etc
Please email Steph Hall, sbh@stge.org.uk with suggestions, questions or for further information on any of the above. If you’re interested in contributing to any careers’ events or know of useful resources which might benefit others from a whole array of subject and career areas, I look forward to hearing from you at the above email address.
Allied Health Care Work Experience
For those considering any of the allied health professions (e.g., nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy etc...) or medicine, please see Work Experience – NHS Lothian Careers for more information.
Applying for Apprenticeships – Toolkit
Take a look at this toolkit so that you know how to apply for apprenticeships.
We have an entire FREE course jam-packed with valuable info for applying to veterinary science!
Medic Mind has been trusted by 1000s of students to help them achieve their uni goals!
That's why you can rely on our resources to help!
Some of the valuable content inside includes:
• Intro to the Veterinary Application.
• Video Tutorials for the Veterinary Interview
• Guides for the Personal Statement
• Blogs for the Veterinary Application Process
The course should give you some initial insight into the challenges of the veterinary application.
Head over to our website and enrol for a One-Off fee of ABSOLUTELY FREE!
Applying to Veterinary Science Course
Apprenticeship Application and Support Events
If interested in apprenticeships, you may wish to register for one of the online sessions with EY that will help with the application process:
Our events | EY - UK
Apprenticeships and Work Experience Opportunities – sign up
School leaver programmes | EY - UK
Apprenticeships – from Business to Cyber Security (and lots in between)
Take a look at some of these apprenticeships (from Business to Cyber Security - and lots in between) and how to apply using the link below:
Apprenticeship schemes in the UK energy industry | EDF (edfenergy.com)
Are you interested in Medicine or Allied Healthcare?
Boost your Skills with Courses and FutureLearn
Five online courses to improve your personal finance skillsFutureLearn
Budding Architects - Course
Designing a habitat: virtual work experience as an architect - Part 1 : Courses (unifrog.org)
Business and Society – new course in York
The School for Business and Society at the University of York is launching two new courses for September 2025 entry:
• BA Business and Society
• BA Accounting and Finance
Recently the Course Directors talked about the key features and essence of the courses. You will be required to enter a passcode to be able to watch the event recording. Please use: k@RvUC!6
Watch the New courses training recording
If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us at international@york.ac.uk.
Career in Sustainability – how much do you know-quiz
Some of you may wish to find out more about green careers and sustainability:
CityZen – Engineering Competition for L6 and U6 only
This is just a wee reminder about our award winning, online competition for S5/S6 pupils, CityZen. It’s a great opportunity for any pupils who may be thinking about applying for an engineering or built environment course or apprenticeship and can be really useful for adding to their UCAS personal statement. The pupils work in teams of up to four, on a series of challenges to build the civil engineering infrastructure in a virtual city and are supported throughout by an ICE STEM Ambassador. It can be done during lunchtimes or as an afterschool activity and there are great prizes to be won for both pupils and school!
All you need to do is register on the website and then sign up your pupil teams Register your interest in the 2024 ICE CityZen Award and CityZen Challenge (office.com)
Computer Science Taster: Managing a Cyber Attack- 9th October
If interested in aspects of computer science, you may wish to register for this online event (after school). See details and link below.
Dr Rizwan Asghar from the Surrey Centre for Cyber Security, University of Surrey, has over 18 years of experience as a cyber security practitioner and academic. Rizwan, supported by his colleague Professor Helen Treharne, join us on 9th October to work through a cyber attack scenario in which students will assess and respond to information about a potential data breach, navigating a variety of aspects that a cyber security officer manages in an organisation.
• October 9 @ 16:15 - 17:00 Computer Science: Managing Cyber AttackNavigating Data Breach Incident & Response - Surrey (KS5) Find out more » [NEW]
Introducing the challenging and complex circumstances a cyber attack presents, students will gain an insight into the protocols, process and programming that are central to offering an immediate and effective response.
Courses for aspiring Medical Students
Students aged 14-18 who may be considering careers in medicine, premed projects have two courses coming up that may interest them.
The second course takes place over the February 16th- 18th weekend and is our popular in person course in London. Students can expect to shadow doctors and get hands on with some fantastic work experience complete with accommodation, meals and supervision. Students aged 14-18 from all over the UK attend to find out if medicine is for them and to provide some great work experience for applications and interviews. You can see all the details of that one here: www.premedprojects.co.uk/course/medicine-work-experience-day-event
Criminal Investigation Day – 30th October
This sounds an interesting online event for those interested in sociology, law, psychology, criminology...
Event Booking | University of Law
Criminology: Police Decision-Making and Culture – Aberystwyth –16th October
Demi John, Lecturer in Criminology in the Department of Law & Criminology at Aberystwyth University joins us on 16 October to present Call The COPS! Understanding The Impact Of Police Decision-Making & Culture.
Demi will dissect the intricate role of the police, examining how police officers navigate danger, suspicion and cynicism. From split-second decisions to the impact of organisational culture, the session will explore the nuances that shape policing practices.
Demi invites Criminology/Sociology students, in teaching groups or as individuals, to come prepared to challenge assumptions, discuss real-world scenarios and gain fresh insights into the profession.
• October 16 @ 13:35 - 14:20 Law/Criminology: The Impact Of Police DecisionMaking & Culture – Aberystwyth (KS5) Find out more » [NEW]
• For Sociology students, please also look out for this session on 14th October with Dr Megan Robb from University of Bath exploring the theory of social constructionism and disability:
• October 14 @ 10:10 - 10:55 Sociology/Psychology: Social ConstructionismConstructing Disability - Bath (KS5) Find out more » [UPDATED]
CyberEPQ Courses for 16-18 year olds
Some of you may be interested in the following courses:
The Chartered Institute of Information Security offer a CyberEPQ qualification for 16 – 18 year olds. The Headstart course is £50 and the EPQ £200.
Discovering Engineering
If you are in U4 and are interested in discovering more about a career in engineering, this is just for you! See flyer attached and details below if you wish to take part (either online or in person).
Dive into the world of law
Did you know that the International Labour Organisation reported that one-in-five young people aged 15-24 were classified as NEET (not in employment, education or training) in 2023? Uptree are here to help make your transition from education into the world of work easier to avoid you joining this statistic.
If you’re interested in a career in law, read on to discover pathways into the sector, the skills that may be useful and salary expectations.
Dive into our Employer Partners in the sector, events and live vacancies!
Explore law.
Many people think law is just what they have seen on the TV show Suits, but actually there are 24 different legal practice areas. Our law Employer Partners cover a wide variety of areas across the UK, so make sure you learn about each of them and decide which sound the most exciting to you!
There are approximately 350,0 00 people currently employed in the law industry in the UK.
There will be approximately 137 ,100 job openings in the law industry by 2027 in the UK. The estimated average salary in the law industry is £35,360£87,880 in the UK.
Watch this short video. ⤵
Essential Skills for the Workplace.
Learn about what employers look for during interviews and how to use your skills when starting an Early Careers role.
This course will cover:
• Different examples of the selected skill
• How employers assess the skill
• How to use your skills effectively
• A skills development activity
Estimated duration: 3 hours
Start this course
Develop Your Employability Skills.
Develop your employability skills, ace your applications and prepare for starting work.
This course will cover:
• Job application stages
• Interviews and Assessment Centres
• Creating a personal brand
• Your rights at work
• Networking and LinkedIn
Estimated duration: 2 hours 50 minutes
Start this course
Find other courses
Browse more jobs and placements
Edinburgh Career Fair – 2nd October
Some of you may be interested in going to the Edinburgh Career Fair at the beginning of October. See link below to find out more. Do let me know if you intend to go.
Edinburgh Careers Fair Tickets, Wed 2 Oct 2024 at 10:00 | Eventbrite
Edinburgh jobs, Apprenticeships and Opportunities
Take a look at opportunities, including apprenticeships, volunteering a jobs with Home – Edinburgh Guarantee
Sign up for Edinburgh Guarantee as there are updated listings every week.
Engineering, Computing, Nursing, Music, Film, Law, Business Lectures and workshops
Who: S5 & S6 Pupils
Where: Edinburgh Napier University
When: 14 & 15 October 2024
Why: Opportunity to Explore different subjects and enhance application to college or university.
Engineering
Computing
Nursing & Midwifery
Music
Film
Design Business Law
Pupils will also receive ongoing application support and additional opportunities including subject shadowing and work experience.
We would be happy to promote this at an S5 or S6 Assembly if there would be opportunity to do so. Please email outreach@napier.ac.uk to schedule in.
HighSchool-Promotion-A6-Postcard (4) (1).pdf
HighSchool-Promotion-A3 (3).pdf
Engineering Work Experience
Some of you may wish to look at this engineering work experience opportunity (age 14+): Civil Engineers: Shaping the World (springpod.com)
Engineering Work Experience – Engineering a Sustainable World
You may be interested in applying for this online work experience: Engineering. (Suitable for age 13+)
Engineering a Sustainable World - Work Experience with IChemE | Springpod
Engineering – Work Experience Opportunity
Here is a further opportunity if you are wanting to explore aspects of engineering , especially process engineering further. Suitable for U4+
IChemE Sprint: Process Engineering in the Energy Sector | Springpod
Engineers and Scientists – Sustainability Master Classes
Welcome - Futureproof Your Planet (manchester.ac.uk)
Explore a Career in Medicine
Get Into Medicine conferences of the year on Saturday 21st or Sunday 22nd September, 9:30am -3:30pm.
This event offers a complete guide through the medical application journey. Students will gain key insights into the medical UCAS application process (including the NEW personal statement structure), connect with doctors and medical students, and gain a clearer view of a future in medicine.
During this conference, Dr Kennedy and Dr Siva will guide students through essential topics such as:
- Application Timelines
- How to Tactically Choose Medical Schools
- CV Building
- Personal Statements - New format from 2026
- Medical School Interviews
-UCAT - Entrance Exams to Medical School
- Medical Leadership and Awards Programmes
- Accessing Work Experience
- Accessing Scholarships
Students will be awarded a certificate of attendance, which can be listed on their UCAS applications for ‘activities that support higher education’.
Here’s a rough guide on how the day will run:
9:30-10.00 Registration
10.00-11:00 Quick introduction to Medic Mentor, overview of the day, competition ratios, application timeline, Awards and Scholarships
11:00-11:15 Break
11.15-11.50 Introduction to the UCAS application form and entry requirements
11.50-12.25 Interactive CV building exercise and exclusive access to leadership, research, presentation, publication, prizes and scholarship opportunities
12.25-12.50 Top tips form a successful applicant (medical student)
12:50-13:05 Break
13:05-13.55 Personal Statement: New structure and how to write the perfect personal statement
13:55-14.10 Break
14:10-14.40 Entrance exams - How to ace the UCAT
14.40-15:00 How to prepare for Medical School interviews
15:00-15.30 Top tips form a successful applicant (medical student) and next steps
Students and parents can register for free here: https://airtable.com/appgXnyzN5ZD9Iwk6/shry7MZYtt3MGPjvO
Students will need to ensure they have a functioning camera and microphone for the session. It's also important that they have a parent or guardian present at these conferences, not only for safeguarding, but also to gain insight and guidance to support them effectively.
Explore: Sports Scholarships in the US
Sports Scholarships in the USA: what's it actually like? - The University Guys
Finance or Accounting Courses – support and mentoring available
Some of you may want to look into the mentoring and financial support available through ICAS Foundation for students starting degree courses in finance and/or accounting.
ICAS Foundation Nurturing Talent Programme - 2024 Applications.pdf
Free courses – AI and Tech … and more
No matter what you are considering, you may want to research more about technology:
Click Start: Free Digital Courses with University of Leeds (futurelearn.com)
Free Medical Lectures for Young People
When?
Becoming a Doctor
23 September
Booking link
Join us as we walk through the steps of applying to medical school with medical admissions staff.
Physician's Pathways
30 September
Booking link
This is your chance to speak with practising physicians about their journey into their particular field of medicine.
Ethical Dilemmas
2 October
Booking link
You are invited to sit alongside some of Scotland’s best medical professionals as we discuss the role of ethics in medicine.
Guidance to help with Medical Work Experience
If you are planning to apply for medicine, you will need to build up your work experiences, see guidance: Getting medical work experience (bma.org.uk)
History and Politics Workshop – Lecture on 9th October
In this participative session, we will be joined first by Dr Eamon McCarthy from University of Stirling who will look in detail at the 1976-83 dictatorship in Argentina, examining the effects of human rights abuses which are are still felt in Argentine society today. Professor Hazel Marsh will then present Culture, Resistance and Dictatorship in Chile, exploring emerging Culture and Resistance following the overthrowing of Salvador Allende's government on 11 September 1973 and during the subsequent dictatorship headed by General Augusto Pinochet.
• October 9 @ 10:30 - 11:30 insight4me Spanish: 20th Century Dictatorship - UEA & Stirling (KS5) Find out more » [NEW]
The session promises an excellent insight into how history shapes contemporary society and politics in the Spanish speaking world and will specifically compare and contrast the experiences of Argentina and Chile. Please do share with relevant colleagues and students and we hope everyone can join us.
Interested in Conservation and Community – free event for students
GVI is now hosting free Virtual Open Days every Tuesday. At these events we will be sharing more about our volunteer and internship programs, as well as our new locations. This is the perfect opportunity to ask about our volunteer programs, internships, professional apprenticeships, research fellowships, and more. You’ll also get a glimpse of what life on base is like for our program participants.
Our Open Days are a valuable resource for students passionate about conservation and community development. All are welcome!
Below is an example of a blurb which can be used to communicate this info to your students (e.g., on your student portal):
If interested in studying psychology, you may wish to take this quiz to find out more about careers:
Psychology Careers Quiz | The University of Law
International Opportunities
2025 University Start dates: many international universities now have a Spring (February/March) as well as a September 2025 intake. If you have students who have taken a Gap break and wish to start at an international university in February/March 2025, please let me know. We have over 50 varying universities and organisations to choose from, plus providing advice and support about studying outside of the UK.
Hospitality Business Management Universities: we now represent 8 of the top 9 ranked Hospitality Business Management universities in the world including EHL, Glion, Les Roches, SHMS, HIM, Cesar Ritz Colleges which are all in Switzerland, plus universities in France, Spain, Australia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and London. Offering BBA and BSc programs, these Degree programs are aimed at students who wish to become International Business Managers. For more information on studying at an international Hospitality Management university, again please let me know.
EU Business School www.euruni.edu in Munich Germany, Geneva Switzerland and Barcelona Spain. EU Business School offers Bachelor Degree programs in Business Administration, Communication & Public Relations, International Business, Digital Business, Sports Management, Marketing, Finance and Enterprise. EU Business School is part of Omnes Education which we also represent. Omnes Education has 13 universities in France and Monaco and includes the International University of Monaco.
Istituto Marangoni www.istitutomarangoni.com the famous Italian Fashion & Design University which include the London School of Fashion & Design, The Paris School of Fashion, The Design School in Milan and The Florence School of Fashion now offer a range of 3 year Degree programs in Fashion Design, Fashion Business, Fashion Styling, Interior and Product Design.
Webster University www.webster.edu Students can follow a Liberal Arts programs in St Louis USA, or in Europe – Geneva Switzerland, Vienna Austria, Leiden in The Netherlands, or Athens in Greece. Possibility to combine majors (e,g. Business and
Media, or Business and International Relations). With 5 intakes a year and up to 30% Scholarships, Webster University is a great option for students who would like an American Liberal Arts experience in Europe.
Sporting opportunities Sport Ed Ex www.sportedex.com combines the provision of performance coaching and playing pathways in Rugby and Cricket for aspiring male and female athletes. This new opportunity, through Richmond American University London offers performance pathways for athletes, built on a foundation of an excellent and a unique dual credit education. For more information, email me directly .
Financing International Studies Webster Vienna Private University www.webster.ac.at in Austria has teamed up with UK lending company StepEx Ltd to offer flexible tuition financing, which allows students to defer up to 80% of their tuition fees. Finance options include interest free monthly instalments, and a Future Earning Agreement which allows students to repay their tuition fees once they start earning above €25,000 p.a.
International Scholarships We are already looking ahead to 2025 with many students making early applications to international universities in order to secure their place, and receive early bird discounts and in some cases, avoid making a UCAS application. For example Webster University in Geneva, which offers Degree programs in International Relations, Computer Science, Finance and Marketing, Psychology, Business and Media are currently offering 30% Scholarship for 2025 intake. Most international universities will offer some form of Scholarship for students, but these are not always advertised –hence my advocacy role on behalf of the student.
Summer Programs: Many international universities have already released details of their 1, 2 and sometimes 3 week 2025 Summer Programs for students. Most Summer Programs are aimed at 15 – 18 years olds, but there are some aimed at 18 – 26 years olds e.g. The EU Business School in Barcelona, Spain is offering a 2 week International Business Program; Glion Institute of Higher Education is offering 1 or 2 week Hospitality Business or Luxury Business Summer Program in Switzerland or London. For more information on Summer Programs, please contact me.
New Zealand: The Media Design School in Auckland, New Zealand has introduced a Bachelor of IT Degree. Although this is not an unusual course, this program is on the Immigration NZ Greenlist with excellent job prospects in NZ. February and July 2025 intakes are available for this program with excellent Scholarships on offer. Students studying the Bachelor of IT Degree are able to gain a three year post-study work visa for New Zealand.
International Opportunities for courses
Global Education represents nearly 50 international universities across 14 countries, to help broaden the knowledge of your students, we offer you a 30 – 45 mins presentation on the international universities we represent. This is not a hard sell about one career or university, but about making students aware of some opportunities they may not have thought about or heard off. If you are interested in a presentation, please let me know a suitable date and time for you.
• St George’s Medical University – Grenada www.sgu.edu – We have moved into the medical world and now represent St George’s School of Medicine (SGU). SGU offers a four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program as well as five-, six-, and seven-year Medical Degree Pathways which can be taken in Grenada in the West Indies, Northumbria University in the UK, or Ramaiah in India. SGU is the largest source of Physicians licensed in the US and is the largest source of Doctors for the entire US workforce. 75+ hospitals and health systems in the United States and the United Kingdom offer clinical and ambulatory training and support for SGU students.
• Business Management programs in Hospitality: For students interested in entrepreneurship, business & management and working with people, we represent all the top ranked Hospitality Business Management universities in the world including EHL, Glion, Les Roches, SHMS etc. All programs are taught in English and include two internship placements. Students from these universities continue to receive on average 2 job offers on graduation day. We can take applications through to the end of June for a September 2024 start.
• Summer Programs: We are always keen for students to take part in a Summer Program, as this enhances their Personal Statements and provide students with an interesting discussion at an interview. This year, we have several Summer Programs available for students aged 15 upwards:
• Hospitality Summer Programs – 1 & 2 week programs available in Switzerland, Marbella Spain and London
• EU Business School – 2 week Business Summer Programs in Barcelona aimed at 16 – 19 year olds
• Istituto Marangoni – 1 week Fashion Design Summer Program in Milan or Paris for 16 & 17 year olds.
• EU Business School: With small class sizes, students have the opportunity to study Business in Barcelona in Spain, Munich in Germany, or Geneva in Switzerland. All programs are taught in English, however with over 100 different nationalities on campus, 98% of students will speak 2 or more languages – great for students who wish to develop their language skills.
• Istituto Marangoni – Fashion & Design Scholarships (London School of Fashion & Design, Paris School of Fashion, plus campuses in Milan & Florence) are offering students to take part in a Scholarship competition where they can win £5,000 off their tuition fees in the first year. The application for the Scholarship competition is only available between January and March 2024.
Jobs, Placements and Opportunities
See placements, internships and opportunities (in person and online):
Uptree's jobs and placements listings
Law Events
If interested in law, you could sign up to the on-demand series from The University of Law and listen to taster lectures and webinars. See The University of Law On Demand
Your Guide To Medical School CVs
Your CV is a crucial part of your medical school application. Find out the key components, best structure and more considerations to make your CV stand out.
Read The Guide
Looking for help with making it into Medical School?
Check out InvestIN's free webinar - Tuesday 24th September, 7pm
Three Tips For Choosing a Medical School
The amount of options can seem overwhelming when deciding between medical schools. Check out a current admissions officer's top tips to ensure you make the best decision.
Making your University Applications Stand Out – FOR U5 AND SIXTH FORM OPPORTUNITY
These events are ideal for both Year 11 and Sixth Form students who are looking to build excellent university applications.
We would be grateful if you could share these events with parents and students at your school to make them aware of these opportunities.
Medical and Science Events – October – sign up!
Obtaining hospital work experience is vital for students thinking of careers in healthcare. In October, there are a range of in person and online days for all students aged 14-18 who might be considering careers in healthcare.
Diagnosis Lab: Live Case Study Course - Monday 7th October - Monday 25th November 2024 - Online
Students are invited to take part in Diagnosis Lab, a live case study course that takes place online. Led by seasoned professionals working in the NHS, this live and interactive work experience occurs every Monday at 7.30 pm BST from Monday 7th October to Monday 25th November 2024. Students will gain a certificate for completing the course with 16 hours of verified work experience and can enrol in the course here: www.premedprojects.co.uk/course/diagnosis-lab-live-case-study-course
Medical Ethics Live - Sunday 13th October 2024 - Online
We have 1,000 free places for students aged 14-18 to join a free session focused on Medical Ethics. During the session our NHS doctors will explain why its vital to understand medical ethics when applying to med school and how to understand moral dilemmas and ethical questions doctors face everyday.
It’s highly likely that you’ll be asked ethics questions or face an MMI station designed to test your understanding of medical ethics so it’s really important you understand some of the questions you will face at medical school interviews. To take part just visit: www.premedprojects.co.uk/free
On Call Day - Saturday Oct 26th 2024 - Kings Hospital
On Saturday 26th October we have our On Call Day, taking place at NHS Kings Hospital in London. A unique way for students to see how medical and surgical doctors cover on call shifts in a busy hospital. On Sunday the 27th October we have a Ward Round and Radiology Day at Kings Hospital where students can in the morning take part in ward rounds followed by an afternoon of radiology immersion. Students will gain a certificate for completing each day to use in their applications and interviews. To learn more just visit www.premedprojects.co.uk/course/medicine-work-experience-day-event
MMI Interview Preparation for U6
NHS Work Experience - Allied Health Care and Medicine
After the success of our recent NHS National AHP Work Experience session, I am delighted to extend an invitation to your students in years 10-13 or S3-S6 year groups for our upcoming session on Sunday 6th October, 8:30am - 5pm, focusing on Communications & Fractures.
The NHS Virtual Allied Healthcare Work Experience offers a unique opportunity for aspiring healthcare professionals. It's a rare occasion for students to hear from our exceptional guest speaker, Lucie Rochfort, a seasoned Speech and Language Therapist, with a wealth of knowledge and insights to share.
Lucie will provide invaluable guidance to help these future professionals embark on their dream healthcare careers. Following Lucie’s talk, students will gain an intimate look at the healthcare industry in the LIVE virtual work experience, delving into diverse roles within allied healthcare and taking a closer look at patient care by following the journeys of two patients from incident through to treatment.
The NHS Allied Healthcare Work Experience is the largest programme for aspiring healthcare professionals, having successfully invited over 12,000 students to participate in its programme last academic year - many of which have gone on to study:
Once registered, students will receive access to their virtual work experience portals. Better yet, every complete session comes with a Work Experience Certificate, and for those who complete the full 6-month programme, there's a Highly Commended Reference – a golden ticket for their apprenticeship and UCAS applications.
Registration will start at 8:30am, with guest speaker Shelley from 9-10am, then the live work experience session starts at 10am, with an end at 5pm. Plenty of breaks are scheduled throughout.
Students can register at any time throughout the 6-month programme using the link below. We recommend booking early to gain as much out of this programme as possible.
Places are £10 a session to cover administrative and technological costs, or £50 for the full 6 months: https://alliedhealthmentor.org/nhs-healthcare-careers-virtual-workexperience/
I look forward to meeting your students at the next work experience day on Sunday 6th October.
Pathways to Medicine and Fifth Choice Options
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Personal Statement Advice
Those of you working on personal statements for UCAS may also want additional support from
Personal statement week: 23 – 29 September 2024 | Undergraduate, Conservatoires | UCAS
Personal Statement Support
Please see the latest recording from the University of Edinburgh that is aimed at helping students applying to university with the application and personal statement.
Recording of 'Applying to university, UCAS and Personal Statements'Media Hopper Create
Psychology, Criminology, Law, Business Careers Week
Take one of these quizzes to see which career or area of study is right for you...
Links are below and further details in the screenshot.
Psychology Careers Quiz | The University of Law
A Murder Case | The University of Law Skills Challenge (ulawchallenge.co.uk)
The Business Talent Challenge | The University of Law Business School (business-challenge.co.uk)
Psychology Essay Competition
For details, see Psychology Competition | ULaw
Reconnecting to Support: Portfolio Preparation and Career Advice in Art
and Design
I hope you are having a positive academic year. I am the Founder and Director from London Art Portfolio, Julia Dennis. We have previously worked with students from St George's School to provide support in art and design portfolio building. It's been a pleasure working with them, and we are delighted that they've all progressed onto foundation and degree courses in their chosen specialist fields.
The feedback we've received over the years suggests that students benefit hugely from our courses in building successful portfolios but also meet new creative friends from the UK and other parts of the world - many of whom remain friends after LAP, which gives them a positive experience overall. This is also a great opportunity for international students to enhance their English language skills and their art and design-specific vocabulary, which is essential for university interviews.
At London Art Portfolio, our courses cater to diverse artistic aspirations. Here's a brief overview of what we offer (more can be found on our website: www.londonartportfolio.com ):
• Art & Design Tasters: Available online only throughout the summer, autumn, Christmas, and Easter breaks, these 1-week tasters are perfect for students seeking a fun and creative summer delving into the world of art and design. This is also a great opportunity for students to discover their future in the arts and explore potential career paths. Morning and afternoon options are perfect for students on holiday and fit into different time zones.
• 1-Week Summer Intensive Courses: We offer 3 different 1-Week Summer Intensive Courses; pupils have the freedom to choose which skills week suits them best:
• 3 or 6-week Summer Intensive Courses: These courses are tailored for pupils or anyone on a gap year keen on maximising their summer and
building a successful portfolio for university applications ahead of the academic year or travel and work plans.
• Short Courses: Our "pick & mix" structure allows pupils to book 1-week courses throughout the year, providing bite-sized learning opportunities that fit in with their school holidays.
• Portfolio Courses: Offering flexibility with durations ranging from 4 to 24 weeks, these courses provide comprehensive support in portfolio development throughout the year and are particularly popular with gapyear students.
• Customised Workshops: We are also open to proposals to meet your school's specific needs, whether it is conducting workshops in a particular medium for students or offering extended training sessions for staff to explore different approaches to image-making for branding and marketing.
SAAS Resources
Many of you will already have begun the process of applying for SAAS but here's a guide with lots of FAQs to get you going if you haven't. saas-stakeholder-toolkit.pdf
Series of Science and Medically-related Events
Science/Medics/Medically-Related Fields. Some of you might take a look at the online events:
There is a whole series beginning on Wednesday. Click the link below to find out about more events.
Events - BSMS
On Demand Webinars | UniTasterDays
Taster Sessions – all subject areas – get viewing, taking notes …
See the full list of taster sessions available to you - lots of different subject areas:
Subject Taster Sessions - Information For Young People (uea.ac.uk)
University of Glasgow Open Days
SQA Parents/Carer SQA session recording
We recently ran a series of UofG SQA Parents/Carers Sessions – thank you to those who helped us raise awareness of these sessions with the parents/carers of your students. We were delighted these sessions were so popular and we hope everyone found these useful.
Given the success of the sessions we have recorded the presentation, which covers the UCAS cycle and application support for UofG, and wanted to share this with you. The presentation recording is now available to view on our youtube channel here: https://youtu.be/AqplfgKHHFI?si=xaTg7EQnZu_MHabM Please feel free to share this with your colleagues, students, parents/carers, as appropriate.
If you have any other questions you can always get in touch with us at //www.gla.ac.uk/study/enquire
Saturday Open Day: 26 October
This also seems like a great time to remind everyone of our upcoming UofG Open Day taking place on Saturday 26 October. More details and registration can be found here: //www.gla.ac.uk/explore/visit/undergraduate/opendays/
University Taster Sessions
Whatever you are thinking of studying, you may wish to get ahead with subject spotlights - everything from fashion to criminology (and lots in between).
University Taster Search | Springpod Sign up and keep notes for applications.
Uptree resources for work experience and events
See student resources for Uptree - don't forget to look at all events too. Many are online and some are in Scotland in person. Student Resource Hub (uptree.co)
2024_Uptree_schools_poster.pdf
You may wish to explore some of the Uptree inperson or online events:
If interested in finding more about some US universities and colleges, register for one of the upcoming virtual events: The Office of Undergraduate Admission (virginia.edu)
Veterinary Medicine Courses
University ofNottingham Vet school website with ‘How to apply’ information which includes information on workexperiencerequirements. https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/vet/study-with-us/undergraduate/how-toapply.aspx
· The free ‘Virtual WorkExperience andExploring theVeterinary Profession’ MOOC(massiveopen onlinecourse) run through FuturelearnA 2-week online course designed togive students an insight into thereality of life as a vet so thatyou can make an informed decision before embarking on a veterinarydegree course. The course has a time limited access option that is free for students to use, and certificated evidence is not requiredby us.
We’re excited to share that our weekend programmes are now open for registration! This November, we’re running weekend programmes for students aged 15-18 with 15 exciting careers to choose from, such as medicine, architecture, investment banking, law and many more.
Our weekend programmes provide students with the perfect introduction to an industry, where they can meet top professionals, participate in interactive career simulations and build practical skills to prepare for their future career.
What’s more, students will gain real-life experience as well as a personalised certificate to boost future university applications!
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Available In-Person and Online
In-Person
Taking place at UCL in London, our in-person programmes allow students to fully immerse themselves in the day in the life of a professional in London.
Online
Our online programmes are delivered live by our industry experts. Nothing is pre-
recorded and all our content is carefully curated to be interactive and engaging.
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Bursary Places Available
We are please to offer bursary places to eligible students through our partner school initiative. We will be opening registration shortly so please contact us if you would like to apply for bursary places on behalf of your students.
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Work Experience in STEM
Work experience in STEM careers
PROGRAMMES
Experience a career in STEM
We have partnered with highly-accomplished professionals across 10 STEM industries to create our immersive work experience programmes. Our weekend programmes offer students the perfect opportunity to explore their potential future career through interactive activities and inspiring talks from those working in the industry.
Our programmes are designed to inspire and support students in navigating their career goals, whether they're already passionate about STEM subjects or just starting to explore.
Weekend programmes running in 10 different STEM careers this November. Attend at UCL, London or live online.
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Share with Students & Parents
Please follow the link below to find a leaflet of this email. Alternatively, you can forward this email directly on to your school community.
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Highlights from our Weekend programmes
Engineering: Design a mission to Mars including the lift-off, journey and arrival utilising aerospace and civil engineering concepts.
Medicine: Take part in a suturing activity with a live demonstration from a senior surgeon and the opportunity to stich up a wound on dummy skin.
Computer Science: Develop the front end of an application for a start up, creating layouts with HTM, CSS and JavaScript.
Psychology: Coaching by clinical psychologists on how to effectively connect with patients during therapy.
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Making it into Medical School
We're thrilled to share that our free webinar series is off to a fantastic start, with 98% of attendees recommending our Making it into Medical School webinar! Follow the link below for key takeaways, expert advice, and a recording of the event. This is an excellent resource for students considering a career in medicine.
Applications Podcast
Some of you may wish to listen to this podcast to help with your 2025 applications:
The Uni Guide Podcast | UniTasterDays
Engineering Webinars – University of Edinburgh
Those of you interested in engineering will want to register for these online sessions with the University of Edinburgh.
Online interactive talks: Are you a future engineer? | School of Engineering (ed.ac.uk)
How to Strategically Apply to Oxbridge 2025
Sign Up for Applying to Oxbridge
Making into Medical School Webinar
These events are ideal for both Year 11 and Sixth Form students who are looking to build excellent university applications.
We would be grateful if you could share these events with parents and students at your school to make them aware of these opportunities.
Psychology Research and Webinars
See link and details below if you are interested in studying psychology further with sessions with UEA.
Psychology: Cutting Edge Research - Taking Part & Going ‘Behind The Scenes’ – Seminar 1 With UEA & Ispa - Channel Talent - Interactive school webinars
Social Psychology: Cutting Edge Research – Seminar Series with UEA and Ispa (Instituto Universitario (Portugal)
During the summer we have been developing an exciting Psychology programme with UEA and Ispa - Instituto Universitário (Portugal) in which students get the chance to learn more about psychological research by being participants in a live experiment that is tackling a cutting edge question relevant social Psychology and late adolescence.
Furthermore, across five interactive sessions taking place during the 20242025 academic year, Dr Louise Ewing and Dr Inês Mares will ‘pull back the curtain’ on this ongoing research process to highlight the issues that must be considered and addressed in order to design, conduct, analyse and
interpret studies with human participants that are theoretically important, ethically sound, and empirically robust.
The research sets out to characterise different elements of social behaviour during this developmental period (late adolescence) and how they can be influenced by different factors of our daily lives. We will look at the interplay between individual traits (internal factors) and external environmental factors on shaping social behaviours that are key for our role in society.
We invite student groups and individuals to take part in the research and to join us for the seminar series. Whilst the focus of the series is directly relevant to Psychology students, we know that the topic and research insights will also be of interest and benefit to those studying Sociology and the EPQ.
The Seminar Series comprises:
• Seminar 1: 10th October, 11:30-12:20 – Introducing the Research,Design Considerations & The 5 Seminar Programme
• Seminar 2: 14th November, 11:30-12:20 – Research Hypotheses,Identifying Gaps in Our Understanding & Our Methodological Approach
• Seminar 3: 27th February, 11:30-12:20 – Identifying General Patterns in Data,Statistical Analyses & Insights into How Research is Now Conducted in The Social Sciences
• Seminar 4: 1st May, 11:30-12:20 – Findings,Our Analysis Approach,Revisiting Our Original Hypotheses,Limitations, Final Conclusions & Dissemination
• Seminar 5: 19th June, 16:30-17:15 – Studying Psychology at University – Classes,Teaching & Assessments,Developing Research Skills/Experience & Careers (Details & Registration Open from Easter).
Subject Guides – from veterinary nursing to creative writing
See subject specific guides so that you know what further study will be like:
A guide to studying Veterinary Nursing at university - including what to expect, application tips, a careers overview and more. Featuring Royal Veterinary College. | Uni Taster Days
If you click on this, you will also be able to see all the other on-demand webinars.
The Psychology of Crime – Exploring the Mind (virtual event) with UofL – 22nd October
Event Booking | University of Law
Top tips for Personal Statements, applications, interviews etc
There is a wealth of materials and webinars - sign up in your Unifrog account - for help with personal statements, applications, interviews, portfolios, Common App essays etc.
Series University Application Masterclasses - Webinars - Teacher - Unifrog
There is a wealth of materials and webinars - sign up in your Unifrog account - for help with personal statements, applications, interviews, portfolios, Common App essays etc.
Please email Steph Hall, sbh@stge.org.uk with suggestions, questions or for further information on any of the above. If you’re interested in contributing to any careers’ events or know of useful resources which might benefit others from a whole array of subject and career areas, I look forward to hearing from you at the above email address.
