Year 12 were very fortunate again this week to have so many people give up their time.
The students had the choice of 11 wide-ranging talks. Kristie Giblin, co-owner of the Pudding Parlour, talked about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur. Former student Gemma Slater encouraged students to pursue their interest in art and talked about her experience of studying an art foundation course, followed by a degree at Kingston School of Art, which has included a year’s paid work placement. Jane Pikett, currently editor and publisher of The Northumbrian Magazine, brought to life the world of journalism for the students and the qualities it takes to be successful in this field.
A range of universities talked about specific degrees and offered excellent advice on making a competitive application: Chemical Engineering at Newcastle University, Land Based courses at Harper Adams University, Primary Teaching at York St John University, Accountancy at Sheffield University and St Anne’s College, Oxford spoke about the importance of reflecting on supercurricular activity.
Mr Seaton guided students through the Scottish university system while Rebecca Ruddick talked about how to make the most of a gap year. Ciaren Green talked about his experience of studying psychology abroad, master’s level study and how he is gathering experience to apply for a PhD.
If you think you could support our personal development programme next year, please email sixthform@qehs.net
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