Episodes
In this enlightening episode, Numi delves into the lives of three inspiring students - Luca, Samantha and Chandrika. - We explore Luca's journey as a graphic design student who overcame health challenges to find his passion in hands-on learning and industry exposure. He shares his experience being elected president for the student union and how it provides him with a voice to influence change. - Samantha is an ambitious A-level student balancing Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Psychology with her aspiration to become a surgeon. She highlights the college's flexible environment that offers enr...
Key highlights from episode 1 include:1. Post-GCSE Pathways: Students can stay at their current school for sixth form or apply elsewhere. Colleges offer traditional courses focusing on one subject, T-levels that include more work experience, A-levels similar to those offered at schools and apprenticeships outside college.2. Early Research is Key: Attend open days at prospective institutions and talk to tutors about subjects you're interested in.3. Apprenticeship Advice: Consider what they want for their future career before making decisions, whilst Holly highlights the support available at ...
In this episode, Numi and her guests cover the following topics:1. Introduction to T levels: A new qualification in the UK designed as an alternative to A levels for students seeking hands-on careers.2. Structure of T-levels: Combines work experience with traditional coursework and exams, involving 20% fieldwork and 80% classroom theory study.3. Benefits of T-levels: Provides firsthand exposure to industries such as computing and construction while offering fresh perspectives to employers dealing with legacy systems.4. Completion outcomes: Leads directly into full-time employment or univers...
Key Points:1. Structure of Apprenticeships: Majority involve one day at college per week and some are entirely online. Apprentices spend 80% of their time working and 20% studying.2. Support Systems: Trainers provide support to apprentices either in-person or remotely while colleges offer tutors and additional learning resources.3. Pay & Opportunities: Many employers may choose to pay more than minimum wage based on the role's skill level and company size. Many apprentices secure permanent positions within the same company upon completion.4. Benefits for Companies: Hiring an apprentice allo...
In the final episode of The Hit List GCSE Surgery, Numi and her guests are asked questions from the audience: 1. **Educational Options for Aspiring Entrepreneurs**: We discuss the importance of tech skills and general business courses in today's entrepreneurial landscape.2. **Financial Support for Alternative Routes**: Learn about the support schemes available for apprenticeships or T levels based on household income, including travel expenses and equipment costs.3. **Impact of Apprenticeship/T Level on University Prospects**: Discover how apprenticeships can lead directly into university c...
Join Numi Gildert for a very special live GCSE Surgery Podcast Special from Canterbury College. With GCSE results day almost upon us, we'll be here to provide advice from professionals and students about your next best steps in education and find suitable courses with East Kent Colleges Group at one of their OFSTED outstanding colleges.
You can listen to this podcast from 10pm on Thursday the 24th August.