College & Universities
At Plantsbrook we are committed to ensuring all students leave school and sixth form with a place in further or higher education, employment or further training. We help all students select the right course and further education institution. We encourage all students to aim high in terms of their aspirations whether that be A levels, vocational courses, T Levels, government traineeships or degree level courses.
Students that want to progress to college or university are provided with comprehensive information, advice and guidance throughout the process.
Throughout the course of their school life students are given the opportunity to discuss their next steps and start the process of identifying an appropriate college or university course or an alternative career path. Our careers meetings are available at any time for students to talk individually about college, university or desired career choices and to help and advise with the completion and coordination of the college entry application or UCAS applications and academic references.
Students are encouraged to attend college and university open days and visit the college, university cities they are interested in. Students are also encouraged to attend higher education fairs at universities and a number of our more able students are encouraged to apply for Oxford and Cambridge within medicine, veterinary science, dentistry and law.
Not all students want to go to university and wish to take an alternative career route. These students are supported by the careers team and a programme of outside speakers (training providers and employers) are available to provide students with careers information. The careers team can be contacted at careers@plantsbrookschool.co.uk
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Subjects and Careers
SUBJECT | CAREER |
Art | Artist, Graphic Designer, Architecture, Fashion Designer, Art Therapist |
Business Studies | Business Adviser, Business Analyst, Business Development Manager, Business Consultant |
Computing | Programming, Coding, ICT Technician, Games Developer |
Design and Technology | Product Design, Engineering, CAD, Manufacturing, Plumber, Quantity Surveyor, Architect, Electrical Technician. |
Drama | Actor, Director, Writer, Events Management, Director |
Engineering | Engineer. Manufacturing, Automotive, Aerospace |
English | Solicitor, Lawyer, Journalism, Media |
Food Technology | Food Scientist, Nutritionist, Chef, Dietitian |
French and Spanish | International Banking, International Aid Worker, Translator |
Geography | Planning, Travel, Geologist, Environmental |
Health & Social Care | Nurse, Care Worker, Community Worker, Counsellor, Social Worker, Youth Worker. |
History | Politics, Law, Archaeology, Heritage |
Maths | Engineering, Business, Banking, Accountancy |
Media | Social Media, Digital media, Film/Video Editor, Video Production, Public Relations, Blogger, Producer |
Music | Performer, Professional Musician, Events Management, Conductor, Director, Music Therapist, Producer |
PE | PE Teaching, Coaching, Sport Development, Sports Professional, Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer |
Psychology | Counsellor, Psychologist, Therapist |
Religious Education | Charity Officer, Advice Worker, Counsellor, Civil Servant |
Science | Medicine, Forensics, Engineering, Research, Doctor (GP), Dentist |
Sociology | Community worker, Social Worker, Guidance Counsellor |
Travel & Tourism | Hotel Manager, Restaurant Manager, Travel Agency Manager, Cabin Crew, Hospitality |
All subjects can lead to a career in education and teaching. | Nursery Nurse, Teacher, University Lecturer |
- careers@plantsbrookschool.co.uk
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