Progression Module Launch 2017-18 Sophie Craven Schools and Colleges Liaison Service

Congratulations, you made it! But where next? How will you get there? Who can help?

Aims of the session Do you know where you are in terms of your non-academic development? What are the benefits – what did other students have to say? What’s it all about? How does it work? What’s expected of you?

Questionnaire results NO scores (out of 15) Outcome 12-15 The Progression Module will enable me to achieve all of these things. 8-11 The Progression Module will enable me to achieve most of these things. 4-7 The Progression Module will enable me to achieve some of these things. 0-3 Am I really being honest with myself? There is always room for personal improvement and further development.

Competition for places in HE The competition for some courses and careers is fierce Veterinary science Medicine Dentistry Pharmacy Teaching Architecture Physio Biological sciences Engineering Music Dance Law Midwifery Nursing What differentiates you?

Introduction to the module

Research, visits and workshops Units and CATs Unit 1 Unit 2 Research, visits and workshops and Unit 3 Unit 4

Use the PM web page as a research tool

Benefits of the Module Awareness of HE and career options HE and career decision making Enhanced support in HE and career research Promote yourself to universities and employers Early preparation = competitive advantage 12 UCAS points

Benefits of the Module “The Progression Module has enabled my skills in research to develop along with my skills to write, communicate and work independently.” Student, Woodkirk Academy “I feel I have become more serious and realistic about the future…I have put more thought and time into my decisions. I have now become more motivated in my studies so that I can achieve the requirements for my chosen universities.” Student, Beckfoot Thornton

What do HEIs and employers want? Academic achievements All units Understanding of chosen course/career Unit 3 An ability to promote yourself effectively Unit 4 Evidence of related work/voluntary experience Unit 1 Evidence of HE/work readiness All units

Top 10 most useful things about the course 1. Student finance and budgeting 6. HE readiness 2. Researching courses 7. Mock interviews 3. Personal statements 8. Career planning 4. CVs and letters of application 9. Decision making 5. Research skills development 10.Understanding UCAS aplication 2015/16 Evaluation

What happens next? Apply to university/employment from September Y13 Formal registration online Pass module August/September Apply to university/employment from September Y13 Formal Awards Ceremony November Y13 Complete during Year 12 & submit July

Three things to remember today..... HE/career decision making during sixth form will influence the rest of your life and career – so it’s hugely important Qualifications alone are not enough, so consider what will differentiate you from the competition Getting hung up on the 12 UCAS points means you have missed the point of the Module!

Open Days 2017 Saturday 16 September Saturday 21 October Wednesday 8 November Friday 1 December 9.30am – 3.00pm http://www.hud.ac.uk/open-days/