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Careers Bulletin #25th June 2021

MESSAGE FROM OUR SIXTH FORM CAREERS TEAM

Welcome to our Careers Bulletin - your fortnightly round up of all things post-Piggott. Information and opportunities will be collated for you to easily access as you focus on your future planning. 

Mrs Chipperfield and Mrs van den Berghen are your Advice and Guidance Mentors within Sixth Form - feel free to request an appointment if you'd like any help as you search universities, apprenticeships, work experience and future pathways. 

 

MOCK INTERVIEWS REGISTER NOW

Don't forget to respond to the mock interview invitation if you would like to take part in this event in the autumn term. 

Year 13 Mock Interviews - Google Forms

UNIVERSITIES

BRISTOL UNIVERSITY VIDEOS

The University of Bristol has posted a series of short, impartial and honest videos made by students about studying at Bristol.  

Advice from our students - YouTube

 

 

VIRTUAL UNIVERSITY & APPRENTICESHIP FAIR - JULY 14TH

Running between 12 noon and 6pm. Lots of exhibitors, campus tours and webinars including talking about the Clearing process and using the summer to enhance your future. 

UK University Search July 2021

 

UCL TASTER COURSES - FREE

UCL Biotechnology Pathways which focuses on the manufacturing of Biofuels and Pharmaceuticals: 

Manufacturing Biofuels: Introduction to Biochemical Engineering - UC21461 | University of London

Building with Biology: Introduction to Biochemical Engineering - UC21425 | University of London

Manufacturing of New Medicines: Introduction to Biochemical Engineering - UC21426 | University of London

 

ROYAL HOLLOWAY TASTER COURSES  - FREE

Running from 23rd June onwards, there are 4 to choose from - Biological Sciences, Physics, Theoretical Physics and Global Challenges in a Changing World. To register to attend free -Taster Course Search | University of London

 

UNIVERSITIES OF LONDON TASTER COURSES – FREE

There are a host of taster courses available on line from Royal Veterinary College, Goldsmiths, Queen Mary, Birkbeck, Kings College and UCL. 

Taster Course Search | University of London

 

STUDYING MEDICINE, DENTISTRY AND VETERINARY ABROAD 

A webinar on 28th June for anyone interested in medical programmes abroad. 

Webinar Registration - Zoom

 

NOT GOING TO UNI

Take a look at their live employment and apprenticeship vacancies to start researching the kind of roles and organisations you are interested in and see what the entry requirements and application process is. 

Not Going To Uni: Apprenticeships & Work Experience in the UK

 

PWC FLYING START ACCOUNTANCY PROGRAMME

The Accounting Flying Start degree programme offers you the opportunity to combine the university experience while working towards your career at the same time.  Enjoy everything university life has to offer whilst working towards becoming an ICAEW Chartered Accountant on multiple paid placements at PwC throughout your degree. The programme lasts four years and is an excellent way to fast track your career in the accounting and business profession. Reading  is one of the four Universities that work with PwC to deliver the programme. 

Find out more by joining the upcoming session on 14th July. 

PwC's Virtual Park - Explore PwC's Flying Start Programmes

BARINGS INVESTMENT 20/20 TRAINEE PROGRAMME

If you are interested in a career in investment management, Barings. work with over 50+ organisations matching applicants to one year trainee positions and leaving you well placed to secure employment following your placement year. 

Investment 2020 :: Who we are

ARMY CAREERS

The Army offers an array of careers from engineering, human resources, logistics, medicine and many more. 

Browse Army Roles - Find Your Perfect Fit - British Army Jobs (mod.uk)

WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES

PHARMACEUTICALS VIRTUAL WORK EXPERIENCE WITH GSK - JULY

If you are considering a career in the world of pharmaceuticals here is a chance to hear from some of the world's leading scientists as they talk about the pharmaceuticals and healthcare industry. 

GSK Virtual Work Experience  Survey (research.net)

 

GEOGRAPHY IN ACTION - LIVE AND VIRTUAL EVENTS

A programme of five speakers including the carbon cycle, volcanic activities and globalisation. 

Geography in Action - The Training Partnership

 

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WORKSHOPS THIS SUMMER

Skills Gap is a career accelerator that runs pioneering workshops and courses for young people. They are offering a range of intensive workshops and courses this summer, all designed specifically  for 15-19 year olds and delivered top small groups by experienced industry experts, each 1 day course cost £75:-

AI in Medicine | Skills Gap - 10th July

AI in Science | Skills Gap - 24th July

Robotics in Space | Skills Gap - 7th August

AI in Finance | Skills Gap - 21st August

 

NEW SUMMER PROGRAMMES FROM SPRINGPOD

Including Pschychology, Law and a Siemens placement - deadline 26th July. 

Find Virtual Work Experience | Meet Springpod

 

 

 

INTRODUCTION TO MEDICINE AT THE ROYAL BERKSHIRE HOSPITAL

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is holding their annual Introduction to Medicine event which will be held on Friday 2nd July 2021 as a virtual event. 

The event is aimed at Yr 12 students who are thinking of a career as a doctor and are planning to apply for medicine after 6th form or college.  It will run in the morning from 9.15am to 1.00pm. 

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust - Introduction to Medicine - YouTube

THE TRAINING PARTNERSHIP

TTP offer a range of events that you can sign up to covering a range of subjects and topics including English, History and Sociology plus the STEM subjects. 

Event Dates - The Training Partnership

 

PATHWAYS TO PROPERTY

Henley Business School - 3 day Summer Programme - Closing date 30th June. 

Summer School | Henley Business School

 

Berkshire Opportunities

Berkshire Opportunities has been compiled specifically to inform you about jobs, courses, apprenticeships and labour marketing information in the county.  

This is a really useful resource for students and parents so do take a look. 

Berkshire Opportunities Homepage

 

THE PIGGOTT ALUMNI

Join us on LinkedIn to follow the careers of former Piggott students and to network and stay in touch with our Alumni now and in the future. Your LinkedIn profile is like an online CV and will be invaluable in the future. 

Whilst The Piggott School believes the content of any recommended online resource to be appropriate for use by its pupils, they have not been compiled by the school. As such – if you have any concerns over accessing the links outlined in this newsletter please do not do so. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to email Mrs van den Berghen or Mrs Chipperfield.