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Aspiring to university
Mr Richard O’Grady6th Form Progression Coordinator
Ms Najaha Begum6th Form Enrichment Coordinator
Why go to university?• Necessary for career path• Increased earnings• Love of subject• Social aspect• Get away
The basics
GCSEs
• English and Maths• GCSE grades matter for uni• New exams
AS and A
Level
• 3-4 subjects• 6th Form• New exams
BSc or BA
• 3 years• Fees
Making the right decision• The subject
• Strength• Enjoyment
• The university• Reputation• Location• Specialism• Links/Partnerships
The university• Oxbridge• Russell Group• University of London
• University guides
The grades• 3 grades e.g. AAB• Specific subjects
• Law, Psychology, Computer Science
• AS (end of Year 12) and GCSE results
Early applicants• Oxbridge• Medicine• Dentistry• Veterinary Science
What we do?• Presentations and assemblies• Professional careers guidance• Special events in KS3 and KS4
• Guest speakers, uni visits
• Dedicated time from Year 12• Additional enrichment activities
What can you do?• Support your child’s studies• Discuss their future at regular intervals• Help them make informed decisions• Visit a university at the weekend
Enrichment
University courses and job opportunities are often over-subscribed so it is absolutely imperative that you leave Valentines Sixth Form with the
strongest possible profile - and that means having more than just academic qualifications.
Enrichment is about each Valentines student developing a wide range of skills, through taking part in subject specific or other extra-curricular experiences that will ultimately strengthen University or future job
applications.
What universities are looking for?
Leadership RolesCommunication Decision Making
Team WorkUsing your initiative
Reading Around the SubjectThink critically and Independently
Making a contribution to the wider community
In Valentines we are committed to Personal Development.
Students complete 15 hours of voluntary workParents’ Evening
Open DaysYoung EnterpriseTeacher Support
External Work ExperienceOut of Hours Pupil Coordinator
Peer Tuition
Enrichment Lessons
1. Leadership Accreditation2. Debating Society
3. Sporting Activities4. ICT Multi-Media Project
5. Creative Arts: Photography6. Extended Project Qualification
What else can students do?
Attend free lecturesApply for taster courses
Visit the universityReading around the subject