Year 12 Future Pathways Evening Tuesday 8 th March 2016
Future Pathways Miss Noone Headteacher
Opening Prayer
The Programme 7.00pm-8.00pm Address and Welcome Miss Noone - Headteacher Key Note Speech Why go to University? Mr Peter Rawling Vice Chairman of Pixl6 The University Application Process an overview University of Surrey Timeline and Next Steps Mrs Snowden Head of Sixth Form
Why Go to University? Peter Rawling Vice-Chairman of Pixl6
WHY? WHAT? WHERE?
WHY? INVALID reasons Because others want you to go Because your mates are going Because you can t think what else to do
WHY? VALID reasons - Because you enjoy studying - Because it s required for the career you want - Because you ll have more career choice - Because it will aid promotion prospects - Because of the unique experience it will give you.
Immediate gains of going - Independence Meeting a wide range of people Enjoying a wider range of challenges & opportunities Gaining a wider outlook on life. You can develop new interests, take sports further, enjoy lots of subsidised activities.
Whilst you are there. You meet people from different countries, cultures & creeds, make life-long friendships & relationships & experience an environment that is freer & more lively than any or most that you are likely to get elsewhere or again.
Longer term gains- Average graduate is estimated to be about 38% better off by his/her early 30s. Over a whole career to earn between 100k - 300k more By 2017 it is estimated that 56% more jobs will require people to hold graduate level qualifications
Longer term gains - It is also claimed that on average graduates live longer & are healthier, happier, less prone to depression, more likely to exercise & more likely to make a significant & satisfying contribution to the community around them.
WHAT? Is it something you are studying already? Is it something you hope to study? Is it already a hobby? Ask Read Research
WHERE? Otherwise within easy reach of home? even live at home? as far away as possible? not North of Watford? South of Sheffield? big city? London?
YEAR 12 In Year 12 it is important to start considering all of this as early as possible (a) To protect the grades you ll need to get (b) To organise all the other things that will make your application a strong one
COMPETITION HISTORY @ DURHAM 120 places over 2,000 applications
UCAS Application Process Lizzie Burrows Manager, UK/EU Student Recruitment University of Surrey
Applying to University Lizzie Burrows Manager, UK/EU Student Recruitment 19
Choosing a course 37,000 courses 370 providers Course first, university later Entry requirements? Module and course content? Placement opportunities Career prospects 20
Ever considered Vietnamese and Economics (SOAS, University of London) Surf Science and Technology (Cornwall College) Physics with Astronomy (University of Surrey) Stop Motion Animation and Puppet Making (Staffordshire University) Wine Production (Plumpton College) Viking and Old Norse Studies (UCL) Agriculture and Dairy Herd Management (Reaseheath College) Egyptology (University of Liverpool, University of Oxford, Swansea University) Aquaculture and Fisheries Management (University of Greenwich) Applied Golf Management Studies (University of Birmingham) Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture (University of Westminster) 21
Consider the following: How the course is assessed How big is the intake? How many contact hours you will have per week The best university for your particular course Who are the academics? 22
Choosing a university What factors are the most important to you? League tables for universities and subjects The reputation of the course and/or the university Entry requirements students of a similar ability Professional Training Year? Look into financial support offered Where will you live halls of residence/private housing/at home Student life Campus vs city? 23
Much has been achieved but there is more to do League tables and subject league tables Table of Tables 2016 4 8 8 5 (92%) 7 2015 6 12 11 8 (91%) 9
Professional Training Year 10-12 months Subject specific Preparation for the workplace Departmental support teams and dedicated Professional Training Year Tutor Work abroad option Development of professional and personal skills 1800 Fee University of Surrey
Social life and Students Union Sports & Societies Learn a new language Global Graduate Award Learn a language alongside your degree for free at Surrey Restaurants/Bars Students Union Departmental/cultural events Trips Consider student support and well being 26
Social Media
What is UCAS? Central online applications service Lists the 37,000 courses that you can choose from over 370 providers The only method of entry to UK degree programmes Can apply to up to five universities/courses with one application Choice restrictions: Medicine, Veterinary, Dentistry max 4 choices Oxford or Cambridge 29
Timeline March August Start to do your research. Make your 5 final choices September 1 st Applications open on the UCAS Website October 15 th Oxford, Cambridge, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry, Medicine deadlines November - December January Interviews and Applicant days take place. Universities will start to make offers 15 th Application Deadline February April Interviews and Applicant days take place. Universities will continue to make offers May June July 7 th - If you applied by the January deadline all your institutions will have made you an offer Declare your firm and insurance choices August September - October 13 th Results day Confirmation and arrival 30
UCAS Form Your UCAS form will include: Personal details Education Teacher s reference Employment Make sure your email address is sensible
Applying Good applicants often apply early! Spend enough time on your application Give time for reference to be written Show commitment to subject Offers made on first come first served basis 32
Offers Understand the offers that you can receive Conditional (C) You must meet the requirements of the university these will usually be the entry requirements Unconditional (UC) you have met the offer and have a place at the university regardless of any results Unconditional/Conditional (UC/C) You must meet some requirements You may be asked to attend an interview or an audition and you may be made an offer based on this 33
Offers Your offers will appear on UCAS Track. This is where you can track your application to your 5 choices The university will send you a confirmation letter and any other information that you may need You may be invited to an Applicant Day Chance to look around the university and attend subject specific talks Talk to academics View accommodation and the facilities in smaller groups and attend seminars 34
Firm or Insurance Once you have received your offers and the deadline has passed you must decide on your Firm (1 st ) and Insurance (2 nd ) choice universities This is all completed via UCAS Be realistic: Your insurance should be lower entry requirements 35
Results UCAS Track will update as soon as the university has received your results Once you have met the university s offer you must confirm your place via UCAS Clearing This is where you may not have received any offers or your results weren t exactly what you expected then you will be able to look for universities still offering places If you have done better than expected then you can opt into Adjustment If you've met and exceeded conditions for your firm choice 36
Surrey UCAS fair suggested questions What are your entry requirements? How is the course taught and assessed? What modules will I study? Where is the university campus or city? What is accommodation like, is it guaranteed? What is transport like? - Can I bring my car? League table positions? Professional Training year? Study abroad option? Social life? (Clubs and societies) What additional support do you offer? Wednesday, 09 March 2016 37
Remember You can access UCAS from anywhere UCAS Track can update as early as midnight on the day of your results Do not take a holiday during results be prepared Choose the university that is right for you Attend Open Days, Applicant Days and ask as many question about the university as possible Wednesday, 09 March 2016 38
Thank you Any questions? Presented by Lizzie Burrows Manager, UK/EU Recruitment study@surrey.ac.uk Wednesday, 09 March 2016 39
Higher Apprenticeship Miss Charlotte Dalcohow Former Sixth Form student 2015 KPMG LLP, a UK limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative ( KPMG International ), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. 40
KPMG School Leavers Programme
WHAT IS IT? Accountancy / Business industry 5 year scheme A salary ( you get paid even whilst you are at University!) An Accountancy degree ( years 1-4) which KPMG fund - either at University or Birmingham / Durham- you decide A secured job for the 5 year scheme, and a guaranteed job role as an Assistant Manager when you finish Higher apprenticeship Qualified Chartered Accountant in year 5( with ICAS) Great opportunities Company benefits Social life Job with one of the Big 4 2015 KPMG LLP, a UK limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative ( KPMG International ), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. 42
APPLICATION PROCESS Stage 1: Online Application Form- similar to applying for jobs / University. Stage 2: Situational Judgement Test- online. Stage 3: Online Numerical and Verbal Reasoning Tests-similar to applying for jobs / University. Stage 4: First Round Interview- written exercise and interview on behaviours. Stage 5: Director/Partner Interview- presentation and final interview! 2015 KPMG LLP, a UK limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative ( KPMG International ), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. 43
REQUIREMENTS Minimum B grade at GCSE- Maths and English Language. Minimum ABB at A-level, ANY SUBJECTS. Get past the final interview. 2015 KPMG LLP, a UK limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative ( KPMG International ), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. 44
TIPS Don t be scared to do something different to your friends Believe in yourself Work hard but have fun at the same time Take every opportunity available Apply for as many options as possible 2015 KPMG LLP, a UK limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative ( KPMG International ), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. 45
Thank you for listening Good luck!!!!
Key Dates Mrs Snowden Head of Sixth Form
H.E. guidance & application timeline HE Timeline Year 12 - Spring 2016 Future Pathways Evening 8 th March 2016 UCAS convention at Surrey 14 th March 2016 Oxbridge Conference at Epsom Downs Racecourse 23 rd March 2016 HE & Careers sessions in school Voluntary placements
HE Timeline H.E. guidance & application timeline Year 12 - Summer 2016 HE preparation day(s) detailed guidance on personal statement writing (June) Check to see if you must do an admissions test. Eg BMA, UKCAT, LNAT and tell the Exams Officer (Mrs Paddison) immediately. This is your responsibility. Work Experience during activities week Write the first draft of your personal statement and show to your tutor deadline is Academic Review Day (Monday 11 th July)
Returning from the summer exams Aspirations Coordinator my role - Open Days (3 days) - UCAS teams up with FutureLearn (MOOCs) - www.futurelearn.com
Aspirations Over the Summer Coordinator my role Sutton Trust Summer School Engineering summer school Head Start summer school at Durham Global Young Leaders Conference More Work Experience App and Computer Programming Course
Changes for 2017 A level UCAS tariff from 2017 EPQ UCAS tariff from 2017 BTEC Extended Diploma UCAS tariff A* 56 A* 28 D*D*D* 168 A 48 A 24 D*D*D 160 B 40 B 20 D*DD 152 C 32 C 16 DDD 144 D 24 D 12 DDM 128 E 16 E 8 DMM 112 MMM 96
H.E. guidance & application timeline HE Timeline Year 13 - September 2016 Finalise your personal statement and application form. Tutor will support (but will not do it for you!) Applications open on 1 st September Internal Deadline for applications for Oxbridge, medicine, dentistry and veterinary is 15 th September Year 13 - October 2016 UCAS Deadline for Oxbridge, medicine, dentistry and vet is 15 th October All other application forms should be completed by the internal deadline of 15 th October
UCAS Convention Full School Uniform Large bag for prospectuses and materials No heavy files or folders to carry Final consent forms! Ask lots of questions Extended assembly in the Chapel from 8.30am
Seminar Seminar Sessions Sessions You will now have the opportunity to attend up to three seminars (please see your programme for details). All seminars will be held three times. 8.00-8.20pm Seminar 1 8.20-8.40pm Seminar 2 8.40-9.00pm Seminar 3 Please would you kindly complete your evaluation form during the course of the evening and leave it in the hall on your departure.