1. WELCOME TO NOWER HILL HIGH SCHOOL HIGHER EDUCATION EVENING 2013

2. Why Higher Education? Passion for learning
Career opportunities
Potential earnings
Passion for learning
Once in a lifetime opportunity
Independence
Fun!

3. And last but not least………
They’ll look after you when you’re old!

4. Nower Hill HE progression
2008 – 99%
2009 – 100%
2010 – 95% %
2012 – 91% NB of those who applied 94%
2013 – 98% have applied
Oxbridge – 10 students; Medics/Dentistry – 11 students

5. After A Levels……………. University Gap Year/Work Experience
Apprenticeship
Employment

6. Where to go? Course Location and distance Campus / non campus
Cost of living
Social life
Live at home or away
Facilities

7. What next? Open days – Saturdays from now, summer holidays
Research –
Work Experience
Personal statements

8. How do we help? UCAS Activities week HE Resources on Fronter
NHHS UCAS advisor
Careers day
Speakers from HE

9. And …. Dedicated HE area in careers room
6th Form Study and Careers Advisor
Subject specific lectures and activity days
1 : 1 help with applications
Mock interviews
Workshop on leaving home

10. How can parents help? Get involved with their research
Show interest and support
Trust their child’s decision
Personal statements
Open Days – lifts and train fares
Help to foster financial responsibility
Ensure they study!

11. Common concerns……. Guidance through the application process
Competition for places
Living alone
Fees
Making realistic choices

12. Any questions so far…….