Next Steps
All students in the Sixth Form receive the necessary guidance and information regarding their “next steps” after completing their studies at Holte. We offer information and guidance on higher education, apprenticeships and employment. The school has a Careers Information Education and Guidance Award for the support we offer our students.
University
Holte Sixth Form is involved with the aim higher partnership which has enabled us to establish links with the following local universities.
University of Birmingham
Aston University
Birmingham City University
Newman University College
University College Birmingham
We have a tailored Citizenship programme designed to give students all the relevant information and guidance regarding university. This includes sessions on the benefits of higher education, applying to university, life as a student and student finance. This involves school liaison officers from the universities giving our students advice on these issues in addition to further workshops with their form tutors.
On July 5th 2019 we launched the Holte UCAS Process 2019/2020 for our current Year 13 students. Please click on the Holte UCAS Process link to see the various different events and deadlines your child will need to adhere to in order to successfully gain a place at their desired university and course.
Add link to the Holte UCAS Process
Apprenticeships
We have a personal advisor from Prospects who offer students a one to one interview regarding their option once leaving Holte. This will give students guidance on whether an apprenticeship is the right option for them to take.
Employment
Our staff will offer information and guidance regarding employment opportunities. This can be discussed further with our Prospects Advisor. The advice we offer includes information on the following areas:
Current job market
CVs
Covering letters
Interview Techniques
Useful Websites
