Personal Statement Progress

Having reviewed reviewed more tha 30 of this year's drafts, I am even more convinced that the secret to a good one is found in the possession of a range of relevant activities, events, and overt research into the subject being applied for. All the words fall into place and sound convincing when centred around this evidence of interest and commitment. The key, therefore, for future applicants is to ensure that all the opportunities thrown up are taken to make yourself STAND OUT. For Year 12s or Year 13s deferring university entry, this is the start of the season of opportunity, so stay alert and ENGAGE.

Medicine Application Advice

A 2011 student who obtained a place at Nottingham to study Medicine has prepared an excellent guide to the whole process of application from her own perspective. Any Year 12s considering this route should see me for a free copy.

University making a difference

Profile of Central St Martins College in London and its extraordinary role in producing so many of the world's top designers. A genuine seat of learning. Read all about it here

University Finance Guide

The BBC have now an excellent student loan repayment calculator. To access it click here. From there you can move to wide variety of information on the subject.

Welcome Back

After some great results at AS level and GCSE it appears we have a very full Sixth Form again of over 290 souls. Looking forward to meeting you all again on Tuesday (Year 12) or Wednesday (Year 13) for enrolment. It is important you come at the right times, as previously advertised, or you will have to wait unnecessarily.

Rules Reminder

As Al Murray says "where would be with too many rules? Germany. Where would be with too few rules? France." In Beaumont Sixth Form we take the Goldilocks approach to rules, and as the new year starts it is worth a reminder of these, for the avoidance of doubt:

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Personal Statement Construction

This is a key priority for all Year 13s applying to universities. A reminder of the advice given in July on this can be found

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