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Careers in Year 13. Dr George Hull. Timetabled Classes. Yr 14 Currently finishing off their UCAS applications Yr 13 classes will start after mid-term. Yr 13 Careers Content. Considering HE Communicating with universities/colleges Choosing courses Coping at university
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Careers in Year 13 Dr George Hull
Timetabled Classes • Yr 14 Currently finishing off their UCAS applications • Yr 13 classes will start after mid-term
Yr 13 Careers Content • Considering HE • Communicating with universities/colleges • Choosing courses • Coping at university • Alternatives to university • Job & Course Research • Work experience • UCAS
Whatis UCAS? • The process by which students apply for undergraduate degree courses in NI, England Scotland & Wales • It covers some but not all foundation degrees • It does not cover courses in the Republic of Ireland – CAO application required • A few universities operate outside the system e.g. St Marys University College Belfast
WorkExperience • Traditionally carried out in January/February, now moved to June 2020 after completion of AS examinations • Compulsory • An important component of the UCAS personal statement and reference • Lack of relevant work experience can result in no offers being received • Queries should be directed to Dr Wilson the Careers Administrator or myself • Time needed to put the documentation in place
What Else Can Pupils be Doing? • AS grades! • Do you have material to include on your UCAS personal statement? • Volunteering • Extra curricular activities • Reading around your subject! • Talks on universities and careers • University open days www.opendays.com • The school Careers Facebook page