Category Archives: S5

Careers, S5, Social Mobility Through Programmes, University

The Sutton Trust: Information for S5 pupils

THE SUTTON TRUST CHAMPIONS SOCIAL MOBILITY THROUGH PROGRAMMES, RESEARCH AND POLICY INFLUENCE

The Sutton Trust support young people from less advantaged backgrounds to access leading universities and careers. In partnership with universities and employers, they run engaging programmes that give students practical advice and leave them feeling inspired and more confident about their future.

Their programmes are completely free to attend. All costs – including travel, accommodation, food and activities – are paid for by the Trust and their partners. Mr. McGarry will raise awareness of this opportunity at the S5 Assembly.

Please click on the link to find out more information.

Dentistry, information, Medicine, S5, Veterinary Medicine

S5 MCHS Medics Society

If you are considering pursuing a career in Dentistry, Medicine or Vet Medicine there is a new S5 MCHS Microsoft Teams Platform for you to join. This will provide an opportunity for you to  communicate with other students in S5. You can also share useful information about upcoming events, discuss University Applications and listen to guest speakers.

If you are interested in joining then you should speak with Shraddha Meti or Lily Rae.

Careers, Medicine, Pupils, S4, S5, S6, University

School Lectures in Medicine at Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

For any pupils in S4, S5, S6 who are interested in pursuing a Medical career. These lectures are free.

This year, due to Government guidance on Covid-19 and for everyone’s health and safety, our lectures will be online.

There will be three lectures this year, two of which students will have an opportunity to ask questions beforehand. The most frequently asked questions will be allocated to one of our speakers to answer.

Please click on the links below to register for any or all of the lectures you would like. By doing so, we can keep you updated on any changes, how to access all Lectures and also ensure you have the opportunity to ask questions on Lectures 2 & 3.

LECTURE 1 – BECOMING A DOCTOR
Available from 29 September 2020 from 7pm

This lecture features the key speakers and will focus on how to prepare best for application to medical school, including personal statements and work experience opportunities.

LECTURE 2 – IMPACT OF COVID-19
Available from 15 October 2020 from 7pm

Dr Adelina McLeod, Chair of the College’s Trainees and Members’ Committee will lead this lecture and there will be an opportunity to ask questions ahead of this lecture.

LECTURE 3 – ETHICAL DILEMMAS IN MEDICINE
Available from 3 November 2020 from 7pm

Professor Kenneth Boyd, Professor of Medical Ethics at the University of Edinburgh together with Consultants in Psychiatry, Acute Medicine & Obstetrics & Gynaecology will explore some of the challenging moral and ethical decisions taken by doctors today.

Careers, Law, S3, S4, S5, S6

interested in a career in Law?

CMS webinars

We are delighted to be working with Career Ready to provide three skills-based webinars next week open to all S3, S4, S5 and S6 pupils

  • Effective communication & networking (15 June).
  • Success at interviews (16 June).
  • Preparing for work placements (18 June).
  • Insight into Life at a law firm (17 June) .

The attached pdf contains further information and links to register.
CMS webinars – June 2020

CMS Law Scholarships
At CMS we believe that a career in law should be open to everyone with the right talents. Since 2012, our Scholarships scheme has been helping S5/S6 students onto the path to the legal profession by providing financial support, mentoring support and paid work experience to students from across the UK.

To be considered for a Scholarship, students will need to enter our essay-writing competition which opens on Monday 15 June 2020 and closes on Wednesday 22 July 2020. You can find full details of the scheme and how to apply on our website.

Opportunity, S4, S5, S6, Technology

Female students in S4-S6 – Morgan Stanley Event

Morgan Stanley are offering Technology Step In, Step Up 2020 event.

Designed for female students in S4-S6 who have an interest in finding out more about the programmes offered in the Technology division of Morgan Stanley in Glasgow – interactive challenges, panel sessions and various graduate opportunities. Please see flyer for all the key dates and deadlines.

Technology Step In, Step Up – Applications Open

Modern Languages, Opportunity, S5

Important information for S5 language students

SCILT Digital Internship 2020-21 – applications open

• Do you love languages?

• Are you currently in S5?

• Would you like to work with other young people and enhance your CV?

• Do you enjoy sharing your news, views and opinions on social media?

Well, this role might be for you!

We are looking for committed, dynamic young people to join our team as SCILT interns. This would see you using social media regularly and collaborating effectively with a team to demonstrate your love of languages and where they can take you. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to experience a professional work internship and enhance their sixth year at school.

Please note that interns will be home-based and the opportunity is open to young people across the country. This is an unpaid internship.

The deadline has been extended until 24 April 2020.

More information – https://scilt.org.uk/News/NewsView/tabid/1311/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/13618/SCILT-Digital-Internship-2020-21–applications-open.aspx

Activities, Opportunity, S5, Science

SCOTTISH SPACE SCHOOL @ STRATHCLYDE 2020

The 2020 Scottish Space School @ Strathclyde residential summer school will be held at the University of Strathclyde from 15-19 June 2020 and applications are now being invited via the online application system.

Now in its 17th year at the University, the Scottish Space School continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and is aimed at S5 pupils in Scotland currently studying Maths and Science subjects at Higher level. 

http://www.strath.ac.uk/engineering/scottishspaceschool/

The closing date for applications is Sunday 19 January 2020.