Orientation & Careers Guidance

Orientation & Careers Guidance

Orientation & Careers Guidance 2000 1333 School Office MYP & DP

Dear MYP and DP families, the Careers Guidance Department is pleased to feature the following events:

πŸ“Œ UNIFROG Webinar : Explore degrees in sustainability

Did you know that jobs with a sustainability focus are on the rise? Join experts from Harper Adams, Huddersfield, and Royal Agricultural University on Wednesday 15th March at 18:00 to explore a range of degrees focused on tackling climate change and environmental challenges including food production and engineering. Log into your UNIFROG account to access the presentation.

πŸ“Œ  MYP5-DP 1: Presentation UCAM – Thursday, 16th March 13:00-14:00, online 

Please join the UCAM Presentation to find out more about their 6 undergraduate degree offering in English: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry – (Murcia Campus), Bachelor’s Degree in Modern Languages, Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences. Find out more about their campus locations, entry requirements, study abroad opportunities, campus life and more. Students and families are encouraged to participate.

Presentation Slides: DP 1 Kick Off Evening of February 16th:

Dear DP 1 families, thank you for participating in the DP 1 Kick Off Evening on February 16th! It was a pleasure to meet parents on Campus and connect with others online. Please access the slides of the presentation here. Please keep encouraging your kids to explore the many resources available for career exploration in UNIFROG and check your inbox for reminders about families’ individual meetings with the career guidance counselor, Ms Ayana Fabris. 

Information on Standardized Testing:

Many US universities are remaining test optional for the Class of 2024, but not all. Review the list here. We recommend all students in DP 1 to sit an SAT test before the end of the year if they are considering a US application. Please go to this website to check international testing dates and find a free sample of SAT practice test

Valdo Academics offers SAT preparation courses: including a summer course starting on July 1st  (60 hours, starting July 1st, every weekday morning) and 1:1 tutoring. 

Presentations and recordings of most recent university visits: