Careers and Progression Guide #1

If you have finished your course at Discovery College and would like to apply for another course with us please speak to your tutor who will go over your options with you.

Considering university?

Please check out University websites, they have put together some great resources to help you with your university and course choices whilst you are unable to attend Open Days at their campuses.

Here are some links you will find useful:

Considering University for September 2021:

From Plymouth University –

Please see below the dates and times of the sessions we are running over the coming weeks. These talks aim to give your students the insight and advice they may need with each session lasting approximately one hour.

To book a place, students can click on the links below. They can attend as many sessions as they wish.

A link to access their chosen session(s) will follow before the talk. If a link has not been received 30 minutes before the session is due to start please email outreach@plymouth.ac.uk and a member of the team can help.

• Choosing a Course and the Benefits of University – Monday 15 June at 14.00
• UCAS and Personal Statements – Tuesday 16 June at 14.00
• Student Finance and Budgeting – Wednesday 17 June at 14.00
• Student Life – Thursday 18 June at 14.00
• Choosing Between Your University Offers -Friday 19 June at 14.00
• Accommodation -Wednesday 24 June at 14.00
• Careers: Placements and Work Experience at University -Friday 26 June at 14.00

Changed your mind and want to apply for this September?

Pre register for clearing places at Plymouth University – if you have changed your mind and are now considering starting university this September, it is not too late!

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/forms/clearing/advance-registration?utm_source=Pre-Registration%2520-%2520direct%2520to%2520form&utm_medium=Marketing%2520CRM&utm_campaign=Clearing2020

If you are finishing your course this year and have decided to look for work

You should all have CVs, if you do not or it needs updating this is something I can support you with if needed, please email me.

Here are some links to websites which you will find useful if you are seeking employment:

• https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
• https://www.indeed.co.uk/
• https://www.reed.co.uk/

Apprenticeships

There are great opportunities currently listed on the apprenticeship service website;

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need and support or advice with your next steps.

Take care and stay safe, Kirsten

Kirsten.p@discoverycollege.org.uk