What is happening today? 9:30-10:00:
Tutorial
This will help you plan your day. It will also help you to be certain of your year 13 choices and generate some more thought about career aspirations. This is important as there will be further discussions next year with your Personal Tutor about your options after finishing year 13.
10:00-1:45
Progression Talks
There is a choice of 50+ talks from visiting speakers plus additional activities to help you plan your future after Worthing College. The talks will cover the main options ahead of you:
• • • • •
University Further Education and Training Apprenticeships Employment Gap year
You are expected to attend FOUR talks during the day.
12.35-1.00
Lunch break
1:00-1:45
Subject University Talks
These will be delivered by Worthing College teachers and will focus on how to get into university in the particular subject areas you are interested in.
1:50-2:15
Tutorial
At this tutorial you will complete your Progression Form, confirming your courses for year 13. Attendance is compulsory. If you want to pick up a new course in year 13 you must visit the STEM 1 Learning Zone and speak to a Curriculum Team Manager at 2.15pm.
By the end of the day you must have: • • •
Completed your Progression Form Completed your Careers Action Plan 2 on My Data If you want to pick up a new course in year 13, speak to a Curriculum Team Manager in STEM 1 LZ.
PROGRAMME OF TALKS ON 7 MARCH 2019 Each talk will last for a maximum of 45 minutes. If you are unable to go to all the talks you want to, ask a friend to take notes for you. Each of the ‘Why Go To University?’ talks will include a brief introduction to that particular university and will then cover similar information so choose which talk you attend carefully.
PLEASE NOTE SOME TALKS ARE ONLY RUNNING ONCE OR TWICE
PROGRESSING TO HIGHER EDUCATION These talks will look at what is involved in going to university and the benefits and possible disadvantages of committing to further study at higher education level. The cost of university University of Portsmouth
Paul Meades Why Go to University? University of Brighton Daniel Hawkins Why Go to University? University of Sussex Lily Maguire Why Go to University? University of Chichester Chris Rogers Why Go to University? Solent University Angie Randall
10.00 11.00 11.50 10.00 11.00 11.50 10.00 11.00 11.50 10.00 11.00 11.50 11:00 11.50
SEALIGHT THEATRE 183
This talk will cover the costs of studying at university and the sources of financial help that will be available to you. The advantages of going to university. There is no need to attend more than one ‘Why go to university?’ talk – they will be similar. The advantages of going to university. There is no need to
WEST HUB attend more than one ‘Why go to university?’ talk – they will be similar.
G44
The advantages of going to university. There is no need to attend more than one ‘Why go to university?’ talk – they will be similar.
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The advantages of going to university. There is no need to attend more than one ‘Why go to university?’ talk – they will be similar. An opportunity at the University of Sussex for students to study a range of courses for a year and learn the skills required for university. These courses have lower entry requirements and allow you to progress to a full degree. Degree apprenticeships provide students with a split of university-based modules and in-business work experience. You'll be employed full-time by the business whilst attending university on a day-release basis. On successful completion of the programme you'll be awarded an Honours degree. You will be paid a salary and there are no tuition fees.
Foundation Year courses at University of Sussex Dr G Pedlingham
13:00 ONLY
G75
Degree Apprenticeships University of Chichester Brad Gayler
10.00 11.00
STEM 1
University Summer Schools University of Brighton
13.00 13.25
183
Find out about opportunities to experience university life, explore academic study and receive support with your UCAS application at Summer Schools.
Degrees in Performing Arts Brighton Institute for CTT Thomasina Unsworth
11.50 ONLY
G82
Gain a degree in performing arts at an Institute which offers a rigorous training across the disciplines of acting, dancing and singing with strong links to industry professionals.
G47
Change the habits of a nation!!! College staff will discuss with you the opportunity to stay at Worthing College and complete a cost effective foundation degree that will allow you to progress to a full degree programme and ultimately enter one of the fastest growing job markets in the UK.
Studying for a Foundation Degree in Sport, Exercise & Health Science at Worthing College Vanessa Rhymes
11.00 ONLY
Are you the next Lord Sugar? Consider the opportunity to stay at Worthing College and complete a cost effective foundation degree that will allow you to progress to a full BA (Hons) Business Studies degree programme. Learn applied management and leadership theory and develop your business and entrepreneurial skills to be successful in the business world. Do you have what it takes for a career in nursing or social work? The University of Portsmouth will discuss what skills and qualities universities are looking for and guide you with regard to activities you should be engaging in to ensure you are properly prepared for the rigorous selection process. Want to work with young people and make a difference in their lives? The University of Brighton will discuss what skills and qualities universities are looking for and guide you with regard to activities you should be engaging in to ensure you are properly prepared for this tough but rewarding job.
Studying for a Foundation Degree in Business Management at Worthing College Mark Rugman
11.00 ONLY
111
Careers in Nursing & Social Work University of Portsmouth Steve Searby
10.00 11.00
G73
Working in Education University of Brighton Chris Sweeney
10.00 11.00
G40
Law and Criminology Degrees Dr Simon Fox, Solent University
11.00 11.50
G65
Information on a range of degree courses available at Solent University if you are considering a career in law or criminology.
G42
Information on a range of alternative routes into higher education, including HND/HNCs, Advanced/Degree Apprenticeships, Foundation Degrees, and studying higher education locally in an Further Education College.
G45
Please attend this talk if you are considering applying for Oxford, Cambridge, Law, Medicine, Dentistry or Veterinary Medicine in 2019/20. This talk will cover what it means to be an early applicant and what you should be doing to strengthen your application.
Alternative Routes into Higher Education Rosie Jones, GBMet Information on applying for competitive courses and competitive Universities Chris Turner
11.00 ONLY
11.00 ONLY
PROGRESSING TO FURTHER EDUCATION Careers in Music and Sound GBMet Mike Pailthorpe
10.00 ONLY
G82
Art, Design & Media GBMet Chris Gilvan-Cartwright
11.50 ONLY
224
Progression to Year 14 at Worthing College Ross Fuhrmann
10.00 ONLY
258
The global Music Industry is right now in a period of systemic growth, and the range of exciting jobs for people from Worthing, who live or studied here, is exciting and inspiring. Come and hear about your opportunities in Music and related Creative Industries. This talk will focus on creative art-based foundation courses and would be suited to students interested in fine art, photography, graphics, textiles and media. It is not a higher education course. It is a one year course that helps you decide which area of the creative arts you may wish to focus on in the future. It is often an entry requirement to university. Any Year 13 student who is considering applying for a third year of level 3 study should attend this talk.
WHAT CAN I DO IN A GAP YEAR? These talks will cover opportunities open to those considering time out from formal education and employment. All of these gap year providers are well established and offer similar opportunities; you will not need to attend more than one talk on gap years. Projects Abroad Ian Birbeck
11.00 13.00
G43
This talk will tell you about the huge range of options available to undertake expedition and conservation projects abroad. This company is based in Goring so you can always call in and see them afterwards if you want to find out more.
Oyster Worldwide Sarah Waldie
11.00
116
Oyster is a family-owned business that specialises in arranging paid work and voluntary work abroad for individuals from around the world.
Ski Based Gap Year Opportunities and Ski Trip 2020 Chris Turner
11.50 ONLY
G45
Chris is an experienced ski trip leader and will talk about the job opportunities which exist in this specific part of the leisure industry.
SUSSEX HIGHER EDUCATION EXHIBITION Join UCAS experts and hundreds of university representatives, employers, and gap year specialists at the Brighton Centre on Thursday 25 April 2019 between 9.30am-3pm. Follow this link to book now
https://www.ucas.com/events/sussex-higher-education-exhibition-339491
TRIPS TO UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS The College is organising trips to Royal Holloway University of London, and Portsmouth University on 19 June and 26 June respectively. This is an opportunity to visit on the Open Day to tour the campus, facilities and halls of residence, chat to current students and get information about where to live, how to fund your studies and which clubs and societies to join. There is nocost for this trip but students will need to bring a lunch/drink or money to purchase from vendors on campus. If you want to go, or for more information, contact Cathy Johns on c.johns@worthing.ac.uk.
PROGRESSING TO EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING These talks will cover employment and training options Amazing Apprenticeships ASK Adebisi Sunmunou British Airways Mel Kose, Work Experience Programme Lead
11.00 13.00
13.00 ONLY
Careers in Sport www.careers-in-sport.co.uk
10.00 UNTIL 13.00
Careers in Tourism Andrew Farr Classic Collection
11.00 ONLY
105
ASK deliver national projects designed to inform and inspire England’s students about apprenticeships on behalf of the National Apprenticeship Service.
119
Find out about how to experience and be a part of what makes British Airways. Their Inspire programme is designed to help you bridge the gap between education and the workplace, as well as an opportunity for you to play a part in the organisation’s future.
EXHIB HALL
This workshop will focus on highlighting the diverse careers available in sports business, coaching, media, science and teaching. Students will consider the skills required for each area and consider their own strengths and weaknesses aiming to start narrowing their career focus and create an action plan to help in achieving own career goals.
119
Local travel company offering a range of employment opportunities, including degree apprenticeships in Business and IT.
G65
Discover the power of your voice with Hazel Hobbs, Barrister at Pallant Chambers in Chichester - Winner of the Criminal Bar Association Bursary Award 2015 for an “Outstanding Performance in Advocacy”.
Female Advocacy Hazel Hobbs, LLB Hons, Pallant Chambers
10.00 ONLY
Careers in the IT industry Steve Cooper
11.50 13.00
107
This talk will give students a picture of the industry and the jobs which exist as well as an understanding of the attributes needed to be successful when applying for a job.
HMRC IT Apprenticeships Gail Ramsden
11.00 ONLY
160
Find out how to get involved in some of the biggest and most exciting digital projects in Europe.
Self-employment Jacqui Hobbs
11.00 13.00
175
Jacqui has run her own catering company for a number of years now. She caters for small private parties and for big events such as weddings. This talk will cover the advantages and pitfalls of self-employment.
11.00 13.00
103
Find out about the range of employment opportunities in the local area for students leaving college at 18 with advanced level qualifications.
11.00 ONLY
167
Local accounting opportunities. Find out if you have got what it takes to make a successful application.
Local Employment Opportunities Mark Anderson Kickstart Careers Routes into Accounting and Finance Emily Moat Kreston Reeves
RAF Careers Sgt Clare Richardson
11.00 ONLY
Careers in Sussex Police A/DS Sapna Patel
11.00 ONLY
Careers in Gas, Electrical and Plumbing Trades Colleen Willis Steve Willis Training
13.00 ONLY
The Old Market, Hove Mark Gordon, Manager
13.00 ONLY
The WorkStore Work Experience Helpdesk Julia Flynn, Rachel Hagger, Sharon Vincent and Jacqui Scerri
10.00 11.00 11.50 13.00
Apprenticeships at Worthing College in IT, Business and Admin, Sport and other areas James Webb
10.00 13.00
Worthing College Children First Nursery Raina Eldridge Environment Agency Hannah Hyland, Planning Specialist
G75
Learn about the range of careers open to young people in the modern RAF.
UPGRADE
Recruitment for PCSOs is about to go live and for Police Officers applications can be made later this year in the summer. Come along and find out about eligibility and the skills and qualities Sussex Police look for in their applicants.
258
Specialists in building engineering services training with over 18 years’ experience. Their training ranges from short courses for tradespeople to full apprenticeships.
G82
Find out about Hove’s independent, high quality live theatre and venue. Information about the opportunities available to young people and what they look for in an employee.
159
Still haven’t arranged your year 12 experience of the work place? Unsure about when and where to get work experience? This session will support you with researching options for work experience, help with creating CV’s, writing cover letters and answer any questions you have about gaining placements in year 12.
G56
This presentation will cover opportunities relating to Sports, Fitness and Leisure qualifications including Personal Training and Sport Development. Also Business & Admin, IT and Teaching and Learning.
10.00 ONLY
G72
The college nursery managers describe how they forged their career paths and the routes into working with young children.
11.00 ONLY
G72
The Agency works to create better places for people and wildlife, and support sustainable development. It has around 10,600 employees with its head office in Bristol and offices spread around the country.
The Work Store Feel free to drop in for advice and support for all things work experience, work placement and employment related. 12:35pm- 1:00pm Room 159
SUBJECT UNIVERSITY TALKS These short talks will be delivered by Worthing College teachers and will give you advice about applying for particular courses at university. They will last 20mins so you will have time to go to two different talks if you haven’t yet decided what subject to study. They will explain about entry requirements, course options and future careers. Subject Time Room Biological Science degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
274
Business Studies, Management and Marketing degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
111
Chemistry and Chemical Sciences/pharmaceutical degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
203
1.25-1.45
268
English Literature, Language degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
G93
Extended Project Qualification
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
142
Finance and Economics degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
112
Geography, Geology, Environmental Sciences degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
116
History degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
107
Law degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
G66
Maths degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
174
Media Studies / Production, Cultural Studies, Film, Journalism
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
224
Music, Drama, Dance and Musical Theatre degrees at University and Accredited professional training courses
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
Sealight Theatre
Physics degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
266
1.00-1.20 only
268
Politics, International Relations degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
106
Social Sciences, inc Criminology degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
104
Sport and Sport and Exercise Science degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
G45
Travel and Tourism degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
121
Visual Art - Photography, Design, Fine Art, Textiles degrees
1.00-1.20 and 1.25-1.45
214
Engineering degrees
Electronics degrees
FREE Local University Summer Schools 2019 Date
Venue
Mon 18 – Fri 22 June Mon 2 – Fri 6 July Mon 16 – Fri 20 July
Bath Bath Bath
Topic Social Science Science Engineering
http://go.bath.ac.uk/wp-summer-schools
Tue 9 - Fri 12 July Tue 9 - Fri 12 July Tue 16 - Fri 19 July Tue 16 - Fri 19 July Wed 24 – Fri 26 July Mon 5 – Fri 9 August Mon 5 – Fri 9 August Tue 20 – Fri 24 August
Brighton Brighton Brighton Brighton Brighton Brighton Brighton Brighton
Humanities Social Sciences STEM Healthcare Business Fashion & Design Photography Sport
https://www.brighton.ac.uk/studying-here/applying-to-brighton/schools-teachers/compact-brighton/compactevents/index.aspx
Tue 23 – Fri 26 July
Sussex
Post 16 Summer School
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/about/access-to-education/students/summerschools
Mon 8 – Tue 9 July
Southampton
Mon 8 – Tue 9 July Mon 8 – Tue 9 July Thu 11 Jul – Fri 12 August Thu 11 Jul – Fri 12 August
Southampton Southampton Southampton Southampton
Design Triathlon (Ship Science, Aeronautics & Astronautics and Mechanical Engineering) Marine Headstart (Ship Science) Oceanography & Marine Biology Electronics & Computer Science Biomedical Electronic Engineering
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/schools-colleges/residentials-summer-schools.page
Mon 1 – Fri 5 June Mon 8 – Fri 12 July Mon 22 – Fri 26 July Mon 22 – Fri 26 July
Surrey Surrey Surrey Surrey
Arts, Languages & Social Sciences Health Sciences & Psychology Engineering & Physical Sciences Biological, Sport & Veterinary Sciences
https://www.surrey.ac.uk/schools-colleges/residential-summer-schools
The above is just a selection of the summer schools available nationwide, and the majority of are FREE. If you are interested in applying, please use the links in the table above. Please note that the deadlines for applying vary and some are QUITE SOON! For further information, please pop into see Lee Fulham in Room G40/G46 or contact by email l.fulham@worthing.ac.uk
Places are limited so HURRY to get your application in
My Timetable for Progression Day 7 March 2019 My tutorial base for today is Room …………………………………………… My tutor for today is …………………………………………………………..
Time 9.30 – 10.00 10.00 – 10.45
Room
Title of Talk
Tutorial base
Tutorial
Break 11.00 – 11.45
11.50 – 12.35
Lunch 1.00 – 1.45
1.00 – 1.20
1.25 – 1.45
1.45 – 2.15
Tutorial base
Tutorial
Finish for the day at 2.15 pm NB. From 2.15pm Senior Tutors will be available in the STEM 1 Learning Zone to discuss any concerns about course choices for next year including any decisions to change options.
YOU SHOULD TAKE DETAILED NOTES ON THE TALKS TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR DECISION MAKING Talk 1 Notes from talk on Speaker’s Name Organisation
Talk 2 Notes from talk on Speaker’s Name Organisation
Talk 3 Notes from talk on Speaker’s Name Organisation
Talk 4 Notes from talk on Speaker’s Name Organisation
CAREERS ACTION PLAN 2 In the final tutorial of the day you will be asked to complete a careers action plan on the My Data site identifying what you need to do in order to develop your careers planning. Instructions On your phones, go to My Data and from the Trackers drop down select Careers Action Plan 2 1. Score your employability skills by moving the sliders 2. Identify the main progression options you are considering and score how likely they are. 3. Create your careers action plan, identifying what you need to do over the next 6 months. Ideas for your action plan
Action
How? When? Where?
Arrange work experience with ……………………..
Speak to Work Store to get advice. Work experience week 8-12 July.
Internet research into university courses to find out …………………………….
Use UCAS website, WhatUni website and university websites.
Internet research into careers in …………………… to find out ………………………….
Use My Future section of Moodle for useful websites.
Attend university open days at …………………….. ………………………..
Use www.opendays.com to select which Open Days are happening in July.
Have a careers interview to help me decide …….. ……………………………..
Book this with Student Services in April.
Apply for university summer schools at …………… ……………………………..
Research summer schools that are available and find out deadline for applications.
Apply for part-time work at ………………………….
Ask the Work Store for feedback on my application form. Send off applications by end of April.
Complete a careers questionnaire to get ideas about possible careers.
Use the KUDOS website on the Careers page of Moodle. By end of March.
Arrange voluntary work with ………………………
Speak to Work Store to get advice.
Write first draft of UCAS personal statement
Use writing frame on the UCAS page of Moodle.
Plan a gap year after year 13 doing ………………. …………………….
Research organisations offering placements in …………………….
HIGHER EDUCATION EVENING
Tuesday 19 March, 6–7.50pm Worthing College Exhibition Hall All parents/carers of year 12 level 3 students are warmly invited to attend this free event which provides an introduction to the UK higher education system. The talks will be delivered by visiting speakers from local Universities. The workshops will be led by our own guidance staff. Students are welcome to attend.
YEAR 13 RE ENROLMENT DATES
July 2019 Exhibition Hall You will receive an invitation during the Summer term with the date and time of your re-enrolment appointment. If you are unable to attend please ensure you contact the College to rearrange. Teaching commences Monday 16 September 2019