Participate in a mini lecture delivered in your school around careers in computing and the courses related to that career path.
An introduction to computing courses at HE and which different areas to get into. Chris Rothwell (head of Microsoft Education) will talk about digital skills, and the new jobs out there that currently don't exist.
Can be delivered in school.
Year Group(s):
10, 11, 12, 13
Gatsby Benchmarks:
2, 4, 5, 7
Learning Objectives (Linked to the Aimhigher Plus Progression Framework Learning Outcomes):
- Feel motivated and confident to succeed in school (As 3.1)
- Recognise the importance of succeeding at school (At 3.1)
- Recognise that GCSE and post 16 qualifications are required to access HE (At 3.2)
- Recognise how post 16 choices impact on future progression (Aw 4.1)
- Understand the necessity of HE for progression to certain careers (Aw 4.2)
- Recognition of the opportunities that may arise from attending HE (Ac 4.2)
- Recognise the skills and qualifications required for chosen HE pathway (Aw 5.1)
- Identify the potential career options following participation in HE (Aw 5.3)
http://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Progression-Framework.pdf Places Available:
50 (at least 50% of learners must be Aimhigher Plus)
Transport Provided:
No
Lunch Provided:
No
Our cancellation policy applies. Visit this website below for more information:
http://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/events-and-activities/