Progression Module Launch

Congratulations, you made it! Who can help? But where next? How will you get there?

Aims of the session What’s it all about? How does it work? What’s expected of you? Do you know where you are in terms of your non-academic development? What are the benefits – what did other students have to say?

NO scores (out of 15) Outcome 12-15The Progression Module will enable me to achieve all of these things. 8-11The Progression Module will enable me to achieve most of these things. 4-7The Progression Module will enable me to achieve some of these things. 0-3Am I really being honest with myself? There is always room for personal improvement and further development. Questionnaire results

Competition for places in HE The competition for some courses and careers is fierce What differentiates you? Veterinary science MedicineDentistry Pharmacy Teaching Architecture Physio Biological sciences EngineeringMusic DanceLawMidwiferyNursing

Introduction to the module Videoscribe

Units and CATs Unit 1Unit 2 Unit 4 Unit 3 Research, visits and workshops and

Use the PM web page as a research tool

Benefits of the Module Promote yourself to universities and employers Early preparation = competitive advantage Awareness of HE and career options 30 UCAS points Enhanced support in HE and career research HE and career decision making

Benefits of the Module “The Progression Module has given me a goal to work towards; increasing my incentive to work hard.” The Mirfield Free Grammar and Sixth Form “The Progression Module has enhanced my commitment to my choice of career …and the opportunity to have an interview and …write a personal statement will help to strengthen my application [for medical school]” Woodkirk Academy

Unit 1 Academic achievements Understanding of chosen course/career An ability to sell yourself effectively Evidence of related work/voluntary experience All units Unit 3 Unit 4 Evidence of HE/work readiness All units What do HEIs and employers want?

Top 10 most useful things about the course 2013/14 Evaluation 1. Course/HE choices6. Time for in-depth research 2. Student finance and budgeting7. Preparation/head start for Year Personal statements8. SWOT 4. Mock interview9. Improving confidence 5. CVs and letters of application10. Insight into graduate/future prospects

What happens next? Formal registration online Complete during Year 12 Work submitted July 2015 Pass module August/September Apply to university/employment from September Y13 Formal Awards Ceremony November Y13

Three things to remember today..... HE/career decision making during sixth form will influence the rest of your life and career – so hugely important Getting hung up on the 30 UCAS points means you have missed the point of the Module! Qualifications alone are not enough so consider what will differentiate you from the competition

Open Days 2015 Wednesday 24 June Thursday 25 June Saturday 19 September Saturday 24 October Friday 4 December 9.30am – 3.00pm