Highlands and Islands Programme
Aspire North is here to help young people from each of our partner schools, across the North of Scotland, to navigate the options and opportunities that are available after school, with a special focus on college and university.
“Pre-Summer Programme””. Aspire North deliver interactive sessions to find out how we can help you on your journey.
Getting to Know You activity to introduce Aspire North and get to know pupils.
Activity day to find out more about pupils aspirations whilst taking part in fun activities.
“Exploration of future choices and opportunities” We start working with you to plan your individual journey. We run workshops and campus visits to give you a taste of what student life is like.
- A session looking at Lifestyle Choices
- A session on Studying and Coping skills for upcoming exams
- A campus visit to a local HE institution
- A preparation for exams activity where pupils create a study timetable
“Focus on the future” We help you develop the skills, knowledge and understanding you need to progress on your learner journey.
- A session on articulation routes from college to university
- A session on Course Searching
- A session on making the most of a college or university open day
- Opportunity to attend an open day at a University
- A session on revision and coping skills for upcoming exams
“Applications, budgeting and transitions” Aspire North guide you through the formal application process and prepare for your educational journey after leaving school.
- A session on the importance of a personal statement
- A session going through the application process for UCAS
- One to one sessions to help with applications
- Personal statement reviews
- A session on SAAS funding and how to budget as a student
- Exam result update
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