Gresham College has a series of lectures by different Professors which are really useful to show your proactive engagement with the subject you’re hoping to study: browse the series they have here: ​​https://www.gresham.ac.uk/whats-on/lecture-series-2023-24 

EDT Placement applications for 2024/25 are open. The YINI application process has been streamlined, making it easier and quicker for students to apply and stay updated. 

What is YINI?     

EDT’s, The Year in Industry (YINI) Placement scheme, helps place school-leaving students into paid 12-month long placements into all areas of engineering, science (particularly physics), technology/electronics, maths, business, marketing and finance across the UK.

How does the application process work?

·       You register interest via their website here and receive a weekly update of the latest placement opportunities.

•  There is no charge to register.
• You only apply for the specific roles that you’re interested in.
• You will receive CV/Interview advice and an interview with the team to help you prepare.

Benefits for placed YINI students:

• Industry led training including webinars on project management, presentations skills, leadership, and management.
• A mentor service throughout the placement.
• Competitions and awards to help promote and enhance your CV.
• Your  work can also be accredited by the Industrial Cadets Platinum Award, of which His Majesty King Charles III is patron.

To Register for YINI:

Interested students can register via their website here

Aspire is a collection of free careers, university and further education resources. It is designed to give state-educated students the tools and knowledge they need to make more informed decisions about their future. Their ‘guide’ is a free resource, full of information and guidance, designed to inform you and help you navigate the range of careers and further education out there. Access the online version of the Guide, alongside other resources, on the Aspire website,

Struggling with your Personal Statement; use the support from UCAS

Many universities have got upcoming Open Days so make sure you have a look at the places you think you may want to study at. Here’s the best place to check dates for Open Days: https://www.opendays.com/calendar/ 

To make sure you understand the grades you might need for courses you’re interested in and confirm entry requirements please use the following website: https://www.whatuni.com/ Ask your LC to look at courses with you if you’re not sure about things.

Bath University may give a lower offer to students in Wales as a result of their WBQ prediction; read more about their approach to the Welsh Bacc and their alternative offer here. To support students, they are holding a MOOC delivered in partnership with Aberystwyth University  ‘How to succeed in your Welsh Bacc: the Individual Project Essentials’. 

Aberystwyth University has a new Higher Education streaming platform, Aberflix and a range of generous scholarships available.

Bath Spa has a few Open Days coming up: Bath Spa

UWE Bristol have  Campus tour films. If you can't visit  in person, they have virtual tours. They offer a warm welcome from current students and bring their campuses to life. 

Cardiff Met have a series of Open Days and Campus tours available:
https://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/study/opendays/Pages/default.aspx

Swansea University’s next on-campus events are Saturday 17 February and Saturday 23 March. Students will have the opportunity to:-

• Find out about more about courses
• Speak to staff and current students studying their chosen subjects

Take a campus tour of our fantastic campus and department facilities

If you’re unsure what subject you’d like to study at University it might be worth booking onto the Masterclass Series below to experience a taster of the courses on offer at Swansea.

Each session is presented by their academic staff (the people who would be teaching you) and offers students the chance to:

• Find out what university lectures are like
• Explore your subject of interest further
• Discover the latest research at Swansea
• Ask questions about the course

Use the link here to register. 

Swansea University: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/open-days/

Cardiff University

Their lecture series is ongoing; https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/community/events 

Please sign up for Uptree here if you didn’t do so last year. And then check out all the opportunities they have: https://schools.uptree.co/opportunities/  

New events coming up:

• 'Introduction to the National Cyber Force' is free to complete and will give you an insight into the National Cyber Force, the UK's defence and intelligence ecosystem, and related careers. Sign up here. 

Gain insights into different industries, develop your essential skills and learn how to ace your future applications. Check out their newest course Introduction to the National Cyber Force! If you're after something different you can also check out courses with J.P. Morgan, Arm and ATAC.

Finance.Opportunity

Lloyds Banking Group (LBG) is the UK’s largest digital bank, with roles that include audit, data analyst, customer services, finance and much more. Explore your future at Lloyds Banking Group's Work Experience Day.

Professional services.

Deloitte is one of the largest, leading professional-services firm in the UK. If  you're interested in a career in professional services and looking for an apprenticeship/full time job, apply for Professional Services Application Masterclass

Professional services.

Find out more about WTW's Level 3 apprenticeship in finance by attending their Finance and Insurance Insight Day

Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship – TO START SEPT 2024

 CLOSING DATE  11TH MARCH

To apply, please email your CV to Michelle Barrett  - michelle.barrett@celanese.com

The starting annual salary in year one is £17,325 (paid on a monthly basis) and increases with each year of the apprenticeship.

Applicants should:

•          Have or expected to achieve as a minimum, three passes at GCSE, grades A-C (achieved or predicted), including the following subjects:

•          English Language

•          Mathematics

•          A technical subject preferably Physics, Chemistry, CDT, Engineering Science or Product Design

Law.

The Norton Rose Fulbright Law Work Experience Day is for students interested in a career in paralegal services and looking for an apprenticeship/full time job. 

RENISHAW APPRENTICESHIPS

CLOSING DATE is the  12^th FEBRUARY 2024

RENISHAW (Miskin) APPRENTICESHIPS

 Manufacturing Engineer Apprentice (Level 6) Job in Wales £18500 (earlytalentacademy.co.uk)

· Either three A levels at CCC, including Maths, and others in a STEM related subject OR a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at MMM, in an engineering related subject.

· Other qualifications of a similar level can be considered. We would encourage applicants with non-standard qualifications to contact us to discuss their eligibility.

Causeway Education are working with law firm Wedlake Bell to host an application masterclass for any Y13 students interested in applying to solicitor degree apprenticeships. This information will be useful for students considering applying to any firms, although there will be colleagues from Wedlake Bell able to answer questions specific to their application process. The webinar will show students the steps in an apprenticeship application, the reason why certain methods are used e.g. assessment centres and tips and tricks to prepare for this process. They will look at key themes such as showing an understanding of a firm, the apprenticeship route, and developing commercial awareness.

The webinar will take place tomorrow Tuesday 30^th January 4.30-6pm. Sign up here..

Other local opportunities

Network 75 is a combined work placement and part-time study route to a degree allowing students to Work, Earn and Learn. Network75 Trainees are able to apply their academic knowledge to real-life work within their host company gaining the necessary skills, experience and qualifications that are highly sought after by industry. 

UCAS has a lot of information about apprenticeships: https://www.ucas.com/apprenticeships 

Uptree also has lots of information and events relating to Apprenticeships so again, sign up and check them out: https://schools.uptree.co/events/ 

The company PwC has more information for potential accountants, business management or technology students interested in degree apprenticeships with them. Use the link  here to find out more