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Summer schools lead to better chance of top university place, says study

Report finds 76% of attendees gain place at renowned university and poorer pupils benefit most as their confidence soars.

Summer schools introduce school pupils to the culture of teaching at universities, says the report.

Teenagers who attend summer schools are significantly more likely to get into a highly competitive university than children with similar academic profiles who don’t – and the benefit is greatest for the poorest children, according to research published on 18th January read more…

Unique work experience

Join our Careers in Practice  courses in February Half term and gain exclusive access to City professionals specialising in Law, Finance or Medicine.

Not sure what career you want to pursue? The City offers a wide range of  careers, Prospects in the City will guide you through the choices available to you through our week long City Summer School.

Don’t waste your week photocopying – gain real experience with a range of real employers. 

 

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Interested in becoming a journalist?

Find out how to enter the Brave New World of Video Journalism for On-Line where print meets broadcasting and journalism powers into the 21st Century!

 noSWeat’s reputation in journalism training is second-to-none withpast trainees working on national newspapers, magazines and in broadcasting.          

 Hear directly from noSWeat’s course director Steve Ward about journalism in general and training specifically. Screen tests for potential students are also planned for those wanting to pursue a news reading or presenting career.

 Join noSWeat for this unique day on Monday, February 6th from 10am to 4pm.  Register your interest by sending an email to steve@nosweatjt.co.uk.

For more information visit www.nosweatjt.co.uk  or call 0207 490 2006

Win a place on a “Careers in Practice” course in February half-term

Your chance to win a place (worth £200) on one of our two day intensive courses running in February half term. 

This unique opportunity will provide insight into career areas traditionally hard to access. Choose from Finance, Law or Medicine.

These events provide students with the practical experience necessary to improve chances of university selection and interview.

Visits and presentations from professionals in their work place and  advice  from HE specialists on your personal statements and interviews.

ENTER TODAY - closing date 31st January 2012.

 

 

 

December Newsletter 2011

Dec 2012 newsletter

Don’t leave your career to chance!

Book a place now on our 2 day intensive courses in Medicine, Law and Finance and get one step closer to your chosen career. 

During the courses that take place in February half-term, you will visit and hear from employees working in  some of the most prestigious instiutions. Specialist careers advice will cover personal statements and interviews.

Book NOW and SAVE £50read more …….

Make the most of your work experience…

Not sure what career you want to pursue? If you want to find out what your opportunities are – join our City Summer School.  From 9th-13th July 2012 we will run our one week interactive programme devised for years 11-13 students.

The week focuses on Finance, Media and Law. Careers advisers are on hand throughout the week to support the students.

BOOK NOW and SAVE £50 read more……..

 

Careers in Practice – Medicine

 All medical schools are looking for students who are properly prepared to undertake one of the toughest and longest courses. 

Prospects in the City is able to help with that preparation by offering students real experience with real professionals in the medical field inLondon.

 Our unique two day intensive programme will cover all aspects of the medical profession and students will learn first hand what it is like to work as a doctor, dentist, pharmacist, surgeon and optician.  Students will visit hospitals and medical practices as part of this experience.

 The programme will also cover the application procedure, how to shine at interview, and resources that can help.

 The programme is aimed at students in Year 11 and 13 and will provide information that will improve their chances of getting on to a medical degree or improve their chances at interview.

 Nationally only 52% of applicants receive a place to study medicine.  Medical Careers in Practise will provide students with the practical experience necessary to improve chances of selection.

The programme will be run by medical professionals, university admissions tutors and specialist careers advisers.

 

When:          Tuesday February 14th and Wednesday February 15th 2012

 Time: Each day will start at 9.30 and finish at 4.30

 Cost:  £200 including vat 

 

We endeavour to keep the group size small to enhance the experience, so places are limited and allocated on a first come first served basis

 

NEW! Construction Walk

 Prospects in the City’s first Construction Walk took place in October, and was a hit with staff and students alike! 

The morning was based at Skanska’s site at Barts Hospital in the City.  After the introduction to the day, Skanska’s site manager showed a short video about the site and its development.  Students were given a presentation about the stages of discussion, planning, and implementation, as well as the jobs available to school leavers and graduates. 

After an in-depth Q&A session with the team, we put on our hard hats and left the training room. Read More…