Universities and Careers

Girls Into Geoscience - GiG 2021

On Monday 28 June 2021 Glasgow University is hosting an event aimed at introducing girls to the Geosciences; a diverse subject that incorporates aspects of geography, biology, chemistry and physics in which hazards, the evolution of life and our planet, and natural resources can be studied.

This event brings together women from industry, government bodies and academia in order to highlight and promote the role Geoscience has in our society and its potential to be an exciting and worthwhile subject and career to pursue for women.

The event has a mixture of activities taking place, ranging from a mini lecture, career talks from those who have gone into Geoscience careers as well as labs and workshops where participants are able to get hands on with Geoscience concepts.

GiG 2021 is now open for booking. Click here for further information.

 

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Arkwright Scholarship Applications For 2022 - Now Open

An Arkwright Engineering Scholarship is the most esteemed scholarship of its type in the UK, designed to inspire students to pursue their dreams and change the world as a future leader in engineering.

The Scholarships are awarded to hard-working 16 year-old students through a rigorous selection process, supporting them through their A-levels onto a career in engineering.

Every Scholarship is sponsored by a commercial company.

To be awarded an Arkwright Engineering Scholarship, student applicants must go through a three-stage selection process including an online application, a two hour design based exam and interview. We will prepare students for each of these stages

The application process is now open for Year 10 pupils who are interested in a career in engineering. For more details please contact Mr Scopes at paulscopes@princethorpe.co.uk

Virtual Work Experience Programmes

Springpod are now offering their summer work experience programmes, so if you missed out at Easter or would like to try a different one sign up here.

Opportunites include banking, journalism, graphic design, social media and many more. Specific companies offering opportunties include Airbus, Siemens and Fujitsu.

 

Women In STEM - Engineering And Sustainability

Fusion are running a twilight Session from 4.30pm - 6.30pm on Tuesday 22 June 2021.

Fusion are a joint venture of three major construction companies, currently working with HS2 on their enabling works. These works include civil engineering, archaeology, ecology and lots more.

This evening session is for female students with an interest in engineering, maths, physics, geography or the environment. It's a great chance for you to hear from female experts in the construction industry - an engineer and a sustainability advisor. You will hear about their career journeys and their job role, and also have the opportunity to ask questions and to take part in an activity.

If you are interested please click here to find out more. The deadline for applications is Sunday 13 June.

Year 11 Work Experience - Reminder

We are still hoping that Year 11 pupils can undertake some work experience this year.

I know that this is a very challenging time, and that getting some work experience could be less easy for the next few months, but as things start to open up, it could be possible.

Placements can be done at any time after the Bridging courses have been completed. They can also be undertaken during the early part of Lower Sixth, for example October half term 2021.

I would also suggest looking at the website Springpod which offers a virtual work experience programme which has been highly recommended by our Careers Advisor.

Many thanks to those who already have managed to help their son/daughter obtain a placement; in the meantime please could you let me know if you have managed to arrange something by emailing miketaylor@princethorpe.co.uk

Mike Taylor
Work Experience Co-ordinator

University Student Finance - Reminder

Student Finance applications for students starting their university study later this year are open now.

Please see below some top application tips.

Gather together the right information
To apply, students will need to gather the following information:

·         Passport (or original birth/adoption certificate)

·         University and course details

·         National Insurance number

·         Bank details

Parents who are supporting the application may find it helpful to have their P60 for 2019/20 and any other income information to hand.

Apply early
Students should apply early to ensure that you receive your loan payments in time for the start of the university term. You can do this by visiting www.gov.uk/student-finance

If you are planning to take a gap year, then you don’t need to apply now; you will need to make your application at this time next year.

Apply even if you don’t have a confirmed place
It doesn’t matter if you haven't yet decided where it is you want to study. Just apply using your current first choice and this can be updated easily later through your online account.

Jacqui Quinney
Head of Careers

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University Application Help For Lower Sixth Parents

UCAS.com has a wealth of information to help you make sense of the application process, as well as a monthly parents’ newsletter. Sign up here to receive all their latest news.

Also, if you’re confused about what loans are available for students and how much you’ll be expected to pay then visit this link at MoneySavingExpert.com for plenty of helpful advice.

Jacqui Quinney
Head of Careers