S5 Resource
Welcome to S5 Resource page...
Welcome to the S5 Resource page!
This page has LOTS of information. Use the menu below to navigate to the right section for you…
S5 Programme
LIFT OFF Learning Skills
LIFT OFF Learning Skills or LOLS is an SCQF Level 6 short course that is delivered in a hybrid format from October. The course focuses on preparation for Higher Education and is recognised by universities in Scotland.
S5 Programme
Individual Action Plan
This is your chance to meet with one of the LIFT OFF team to discuss your post school plans and get individualised advice and guidance on how to achieve your goals. Meetings take place in school.
Qualifications Explained...
All qualifications in Scotland are mapped on the Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework (SCQF). This allows you to compare qualifications levels, show how one qualification can lead on to future learning and allows you to compare qualification levels to plan your own ‘learner journey’ for Higher Education.
For example, the table below shows studying a HNC at college is the same level of difficulty as year 1 of an undergraduate degree at university.
Articulation
Articulation is a pathway between HNC/HND courses at college, into a degree at university. Colleges and Universities work together to ensure the HNC/HND course content is equivalent to year 1 & 2 of university, to minimise any repetition of learning and prepare you to continue your studies through to a full degree.
This means if you studied an HNC at college you could start university at year 2, or if you studied an HND you could start university at year 3! You can find out more about Articulation and the different routes and courses on offer using these links:
Exploring your options...
Subject Guides
If you have an idea of what subject you want to study, use the tiles below explore different institutions.
Creative
UCAS Subject guides
Careers
If you aren’t sure about what you want to study, have a look at possible careers. This will highlight what type of course you would need to study to prepare you for your chosen career!
Preparing for Higher Education...
Activities
Now is the time to start thinking about your future higher education applications. You will likely start the application process as soon as you start your 6th year at school, so it’s a good idea to prepare yourself for your future study. Any activity that gives you insight to your chosen course is beneficial even simple activities like reading or watching videos! Here are some suggestions on how to get started:
- Work Experience- gives you experience in your chosen industry and great for adding to CV or personal statement
- Volunteering- A great way to build your skillset and show your dedication to your chosen course
- Learn- Boost your knowledge with online learning
- Experience- Take part in taster activities hosted by universities, libraries, online or industry experts
- Chat to current Students- Find out detailed information from students who are studying now!
- Visit- Open days allow you to experience university campus for yourself, meet staff and students!
Regardless of what activity you choose to do in preparation for going to Higher Education, the most important aspect is to reflect on that experience!
Other Projects
LIFT OFF sign post to other organisations and widening access programmes across Scotland that have different focus to our own activities.
Reach Tayside
ACES Tayside
Reach Fife
RCS Transitions
ICAS Foundation
Support
Contact Us
As much information as this resource contains, we know sometimes you have specific questions that you would like to ask. The LIFT OFF team are here to help and would love to hear from you!
You can also arrange a meeting to chat with one of the LIFT OFF team. Meetings can be on the phone, in school, or online. Just use the contact form to arrange a meeting.
