Introduction
- This workshop asks you to consider and reflect on your own intentions for future Higher Education Study
- You will explore the admissions process and develop an understanding of what is required when applying to higher education.
- it will also cover how to research potential career options, how to utalise the information found in a HEI prospectus and what should be included in a good personal statement.
Career Research
In this section you will look at some tools to help you carry out your own career research.
- Watch Career Research Video
- Complete activity 1 in your coursebook
Career Exploration Tools
My World of Work Career Explorer
My World of Work Career Explorer is a great tool for finding out what qualifications you would require for different careers
Click Here Planit plus
Explore different career areas using Planit Plus!
Click Here iCould
Watch the different career videos on iCould Explore page!
Click Here Higher Education Applications
- Watch HE application video
- Look at the digital prospectuses below
- Complete Activity 2 prospectus search
Prospectuses
Abertay University
University of Dundee
University of St Andrew's
Dundee & Angus College
Fife College
Perth UHI
The Personal Statement
- Watch Career Research Video
- Complete activity 3 in your coursebook
Support
If you are struggling with anything throughout LOLS workshop or self study, please let us know!
Our fantastic student volunteers not only help out at events but they are also on hand to answer any questions you might have about life in Higher education.
Get in touch with one of the LIFT OFF Student Volunteers to ask your questions.
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