BGSCareers

The official Twitter feed for Bristol Grammar School Careers Department.
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[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

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[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Reminder: School deadline for UCAS applications: 18th November 2020 @BGSBristol

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

@OldBristolians Is your career related to Sustainability or the Environment? Would you consider sharing your experiences in a @BGSBristol Careers Talk for Years 10-13? If so, please DM us for more details. With thanks.

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Considering a Career in the Army - online event for @BGSBristol students in Years 10-13 on Monday 21/9 at 16:45. Email Mrs Smith for a MS Teams invitation.

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

What great advice to students starting university - or indeed any new challenge after school - to help look after yourselves @BGSBristol #Wellbeing #studentlife

[Dominique Thompson 🇪🇺 @drdomthompson]

Students!Moving to uni is always exciting, and a bit of a challenge, but never more so than in 2020, the year of the pandemic!

Here are a few tips on my new @truestudentlife blog to smooth the path and make sure you have fun getting settled into uni life: https://t.co/lzpesXkIii

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Considering a career in...the Armed Forces - twilight online event 21/9/20 for @BGSBristol students. Any @OldBristolians in the Navy, RAF or Army want to share their experiences? DM in the first instance. Thanks.

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

L6 students @BGSBristol considering #Oxbridge may find this useful. Remember we will be doing our ‘launch’ on 5 June with more info coming your way then. Thanks @JaneMarshallpsi ☺️

[Jane Marshall @JaneMarshallpsi]

Take a look at this series of fascinating talks if you are struggling with the dreaded 😱 #personalstatement Oxford at Home | University of Oxford https://t.co/IjFyl2ntrR

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Just a reminder for U6 students @BGSBristol to sort your #studentfinance applications if you haven’t already ☺️

[Student Finance England @SF_England]

💻 Applications are open for new and returning full-time, undergraduate students for 2020 to 2021!

If the site is too busy, try again later and if you can, try before 11am and after 5pm when it's usually quieter.

Find out more: https://t.co/D90hXEdBYa

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

A great first day @ucas_corporate #UCASTAC20, and a wonderful plenary from @drdomthompson on the very important issue of #wellbeing too. Being able to discuss and share #goodpractice with colleagues vital.

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Well done to Ted for such important work. He's hoping to pursue an #apprenticeship after BGS and it has been great working with him toward this goal. We're proud to support all students for their future plans @BGSBristol #nextsteps

[ASPolice BPA @ASPoliceBPA]

“Empowering young people through education to be #Knifefree “ @ASPolice BPA interactive #knifefree workshop @StBernsPrimary this morning with over 150 year 10 students taking part. Great positive engagement , working with our communities, supporting Op Remedy 👮‍♀️

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

We’ve just had our first ‘Considering a Career in...’ themed evening with @OldBristolians focusing on #Media with Lucy Rafferty, @Hellotouf @CherryCzerkas and @draper_rob Thank you all for you time and insight! @BGSBristol #futures

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

@UniversitiesUK are undertaking a review into fair admissions and would like to hear from many stakeholders. Parents and current applicants @BGSBristol, and current students or recent graduates @OldBristolians can get involved!

[Universities UK @UniversitiesUK]

We want to hear from you

UUK's review of fair admissions practices wants views from HE providers, schools, colleges, students, graduates, employers, and more to help identify the main challenges linked to offer-making practices

👉 Have your say here https://t.co/TsmngCF4sZ

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Many @BGSBristol Upper Sixth students finalising their #personalstatements at the moment. Do take a look at these tips from @ucas_online while reviewing what you've written.

[UCAS @ucas_online]

Here are 7️⃣ top tips to help you write a killer personal statement! https://t.co/eukPyTWN06

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Traditional professions are set to change; Law will not be alone. Outdated perceptions must be challenged by our students ⁦@BGSBristol⁩ https://t.co/BbaWFD84Y8

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

@BGSBristol Early UCAS deadline applicants - Oxbridge, medics, dentists, vets - remember the School internal deadline is Monday 30th September! Get a yellow form from Careers today and make sure your Form Tutor has everything by Monday.

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Here’s one for the parents @BGSBristol of L6 students:

[UCAS @ucas_online]

It can be difficult as a parent to support applicants writing their personal statements, as it can be a stressful time for them – and the key is in the name, it’s ‘personal’. We’ve got 5️⃣ top tips on how you can help!
https://t.co/UCC18foRxl

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Many @BGSBristol L6 students will be working on their #personalstatement over the summer. Here’s some good tips from @ucas_online to support you. #university #nextsteps

[UCAS @ucas_online]

Writing a personal statement can seem scary, but we’ve got the answers to your questions, including:

🏁 When should I start?
🔍 What are unis looking for?
📝How should I structure my personal statement?

Find the answers here 👇 https://t.co/jqkkR7aieI

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Sometimes this happens. U6 students @BGSBristol may want to take a read through #university #nextsteps #planahead

[UCAS @ucas_online]

Some providers may change your status to a changed course offer. If this happens, don’t panic! Read more here 👇
https://t.co/cdbM0wKz29

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

Here’s one which the Upper Sixth @BGSBristol who are off to uni this September may find of interest. I remember taking a trip to Woolworths! #showingmyage #university #beyondBGS #nextsteps

[UCAS @ucas_online]

Starting to think of what you might need to take to uni when you leave home? Well look no further – here is a list of everything you need! (Or at least 37 things…)
🧳 https://t.co/K6Atsb0V6W

[BGSCareers @Careers_BGS]

University isn’t for everyone. Some students @BGSBristol successfully apply for degree apprenticeships. Start your research here #beyondBGS #nextsteps #apprenticeship

[UCAS @ucas_online]

Higher and degree apprenticeships are a different pathway to following the traditional route of going to university as a full-time student. You will not only be learning, but earning a salary, from day one! https://t.co/U3EDdlT0Wa