In this next instalment of the LIFT OFF Student Corner Blog, Sara shares her tips on how to piece together your UCAS university application and shares her top tips on writing, editing and overall content you should include if you are thinking about applying to university. Getting Started on Your
In this next instalment of the LIFT OFF Student Corner Blog, Sara shares her tips on how to navigate student life at university or college. From study tips to financial advice, these tips will help you to be a successful student and strip the stress out of the process. Studying
The first weeks at university or college are always overwhelming. Adulting is hard. You are trying to settle in, which often requires a lot of organisation and doing things you have never done before or don’t know how to do in general. Meanwhile, you also have to socialise, have hobbies
After close to 13 years with LIFT OFF, it’s time for me to move on. I have found working at LIFT OFF; with the pupils, staff, parents, colleges, universities and schools incredibly rewarding. Before I leave for my new role, I wanted to reflect on some of my key achievements
Calling all pupils participating in LIFT OFF Learning Skills (LOLS)! So far we have completed (most) of our in school introductory sessions! Now you should now be starting the online workshops ahead of our campus day in the October holiday. LOLS Digital Workshops There are two digital workshops you must
The team are delighted to report that our SCQF accredited LIFT OFF Learning Skills course is done and dusted for AY2022-23! For the uninitiated, LOLS is our short, learning skills course that aims to make moving from school to Higher Education easier for senior phase pupils. It looks at some
It’s about that time we sit back and reflect on the journey through term 3. This one has been jam packed with tailored support and guidance for our core pupils. During this time, we have had the pleasure of getting to know each of you better, so let’s take a
Wow! We’ve had so many Personal Statements to look at that I’ve barely had time to write this blog! Fantastic work all of you who have sent them in to us. Quite a lot of people have sent 2nd and 3rd drafts and it’s always great to see improvement and
It’s #ScottishCareerWeek & we want to help young people find the best route to their future career! Many careers require you to complete study at Higher Education level, but why is this? Higher Education Study Develops the technical knowledge and understanding of the subject area. Boosts your Meta-Skillset such as
The LIFT OFF team can’t quite believe that we are already sailing through Term 2 without the chance to catch our breaths from Term 1! We all love a bit of reflection so we would love to share with you the highlights from our Core Pupils since the start of this year.
Sit back and grab a cup of coffee, there’s lots to catch up on!