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Careers Bulletin 20 May 2016

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Mr Kydd

This weeks bulletin is available here The apprenticeship vacancies can be seen on the KS4 noticeboard or in the Sixth Form Library near the main desk. Please can I draw your attention,  to the numerous local apprenticeship vacancies in this weeks … Continue reading →

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Careers Bulletin 130516

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Mr Kydd

Please find here the latest Careers news.  Please take special note of the Vodafone Higher Level 4 Apprenticeship – applications close tomorrow! Also if you are in Y12 please consider attending a university experience/taster day ( some are detailed this week) … Continue reading →

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University of Reading Preview Day – *Post-2000 Literature*

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Mr Kydd

      The Department of English Literature at the University of Reading invites applications from current Y12 students for our University Preview Day on Post-2000 Literature, which will take place at our Whiteknights campus on 6 July 2016, 10am – 3:30pm. … Continue reading →

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Which Degree Courses Do Your A-Levels Suit?

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Mr Kydd

        Find out which university degree courses and subjects your A-levels suit, using Which? University’s interactive explorer tool! www.which.co.uk/aleveltool

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The way you’re revising may let you down in exams – and here’s why..

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Mr Kydd

Most people practise the wrong tasks, reveals a psychologist. Take your head out of those textbooks for a few minutes and read his advice . http://www.theguardian.com/education/2016/may/07/the-way-youre-revising-may-let-you-down-in-exams-and-heres-why

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AS & A2 Exam/Revision Timetables!

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Mr Kydd

Please find below Exam & Revision timetables.  All should have received these via e-mail & letters too. Please also find the Mathematics drop-in & revision sessions.   Letter regarding AS & A2 exam & revision timetables AS Exam and Revision Timetables: Week Commencing … Continue reading →

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Careers Bulletin 6 May 2016

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Mr Kydd

This week we have Reading Scientific Services Ltd in school who offer a post A level two year trainee scientist scheme.  They are owned by Mondelez International and run an excellenrt paid training scheme whoch usually ends with employment.  They … Continue reading →

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Year 12 – Application support days

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Mr Kydd

    On  8 June 2016, University College in Oxford will be hosting the application support workshop for Year 12 students. This day is aimed to give information about the Oxford admissions process and also will include a practical workshop on pursuing … Continue reading →

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Get a head start on applications for 2017!!

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Mr Kydd

  Year 12 students can now start researching higher education courses, universities, and colleges. They can investigate the kinds of opportunities they’re interested in, before UCAS Undergraduate Apply 2017 opens on 24 May 2016. (Completed applications can then be submitted … Continue reading →

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Can food improve your exam performance?

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Mr Kydd

How can eating right improve your grades? When you’re faced with a pile of revision, feeding your body as well as your brain may be the last thing on your mind. But can you give yourself an advantage simply by … Continue reading →

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