Careers
S5 Career & University Preparation Information
By F. Wightman
Jan 23, 2006, 19:53

St Andrew’s University Summer School             2^nd-7^th July 2006

This is an opportunity to have a one week taster of life at a top university. The summer school is aimed at students who will complete S5 this year and have the potential to win a place at St Andrews – ie those who are expecting at least 4 Highers at A or B grades. Preference will be given to those who are first in their families to go to University. All accommodation, meals and travelling expenses are provided and most academic subjects are covered. Competition is fierce for places on this course so see your Guidance teacher or me for an application form asap if you are interested.

Considering a Career in medicine?

Discover what a career in medicine is about on this one day premed course, run by doctors and medical students. This is an excellent course, held in Oxford on Saturday 8^th April. Applications and further information via the website:

www.premed.org.uk

Considering a Career in Law?

PreLaw presents a one day course on Saturday 1^st April in Oxford. This course provides essential information about careers in Law and covers: Application Procedures/Interview skills/Law School Curriculum/Legal Careers. Qualified solicitors & barristers will give presentations & workshops. Applications and information via the website:

www.prelaw.org.uk

Vocational Training in Dance & Musical Theatre

This new resource is now in the careers Library, providing details of all accredited courses in the UK. Essential reading for anyone wishing to embark on professional training in this area. Information is also available on the website:

www.cdet.org.uk