Sixth Form Careers
Sixth Form Careers
In addition to a programme of one to one Careers interviews we continue to work to improve careers and skills provision for students within our provision- engaging with our careers platform Unifrog to help our pupils prepare for their next steps.
Career Resources for Students & Parents
The Unifrog careers platform is the recommended service for all of our 6th form students to explore their next steps and future opportunities. Within the Unifrog platform there is advice and guidance on Higher Education, Apprenticeships (including degree apprenticeships), Traineeships, MOOCS (Multi Online Open Courses), guidance on personal statement writing, understanding of social media, post 18 options and consideration of intended destinations Post 18. In addition to this we also work as a 6th form team additional support and guidance. In addition to Unifrog the sites below may also offer some further assistance.
A levels, Scottish Highers and the International Baccalaureate
Choosing subjects for A level, Scottish Highers or the International Baccalaureate that leave career doors open
Read up on how to select subjects that leave doors open to careers or degree subjects you might want to pursue – even if you’re not yet sure what you want to do in the future.
What A Level Subjects Should I Take?
University study
Degree subject guides
Find out what it’s like to study different subjects at university, their typical entry requirements, whether they would suit you and what careers they might lead to.
Choices about university
Get advice on choosing what and where to study for your degree, including how to make choices that are good for your future career.
Applying for university
Discover how to write a strong UCAS statement, perform well at university interviews or succeed in the Clearing process.
UCAS HUB
The Universities and College Admissions Service (UCAS) is where our students research universities and complete the application process. It is the ‘go to’ site for the most up to date information on university courses and student life and where students submit their applications for university entry.
Apprenticeships and sponsored degrees
Alternatives to traditional university study
Get an overview of choices at 18 that combine earning and learning, including apprenticeships of different levels, sponsored degrees and similar programmes.
What Are School Leaver Programmes, Apprenticeships and Sponsored Degrees?
Choosing between work and University
Get help weighing up whether traditional university study or taking an apprenticeship, sponsored degree or similar would be the best choice for you.
Career choices
Choosing your career
Start here if you don’t yet have specific careers in mind and want help generating ideas.
Types of career
Get detailed information on 12 key career areas, including what they involve, the different jobs available, how much they pay, how to get into them and whether they would suit you.
A–Z of Jobs
Find job descriptions and information on entry routes for specific jobs with this A–Z.
Monster Career Advise
Whether you’re looking to change careers or simply want to know what interview questions to prepare for, this is the place for career advice and tips.