Students in Year 12 (England and Wales), S5 (Scotland) or Year 13 (NI) interested in Law, Banking and Finance, Engineering, Medicine or Veterinary Medicine can access work experience with high-profile employers, a free stay at a Russel Group University (where applicable), employability workshops, networking and more with the Sutton Trust Pathways to the Professions.

Students can apply for an in-person programme at a partner university within a 90 minute commute distance, or a digital programme, packed with all the same benefits. Those in Manchester or London can also access an apprenticeship specific version of the programme, called Access Apprenticeships, designed to support students into competitive degree apprenticeships. 

Most applications close on the 2nd November but some close much sooner. Eligibility criteria applies and can be found on the Sutton Trust website. Finally, students, teachers and families are invited to attend a webinar at 4pm on 16 September to learn more about what the programmes involve. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WM_bSz0qTXihqt-5hYGDHg#/registration

Here is the link to apply for the Pathways Programme https://suttontrust.tfaforms.net/5225512 

Access Apprenticeships link https://www.suttontrust.com/our-programmes/apprenticeship-summer-school/

Valuing Careers

  • Individuals: Career development can support individuals throughout their education and career; facilitating positive transitions, building career management skills and fostering career wellbeing.
  • The economy: Career development can support the economy by improving the efficiency of the labour market and promoting effective skills/knowledge development. 
  • Society: Career development can benefit society by promoting social justice and equity in education and work for all members of the community.

do you need advice

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like to arrange a careers interview or require further information. Mrs S Beeton, Head of Careers sbeeton@sphs.uk.com