| Autumn 1 (Sept – Oct) | Autumn 2 (Nov – Dec) | Spring 1 (Jan – Feb) | Spring 2 (Mar – Apr) | Summer (May – Jun) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topic Title | Growth Mindset | Growth Mindset | CV building | Personal Statement Writing | University choices |
| Key Skills and Content | ● Students introduced to VESPA and A Level Mindset programme. | ● Students devise Systems for effective studying and learning. | ● Students understand what a CV is and understand its importance. | ● Students are introduced to UCAS website. | ● Students complete their Byron diploma. |
| ● Students discuss and understand the importance of Vision and the setting of clear goals. | ● Students understand the importance of Practice. | ● Students create their own CV using resources and ideas from UCAS website. | ● Students understand the application process to global universities. | ● Students make their final decisions regarding university destinations. | |
| ● Students discuss the importance of Effort and know the difference between growth and fixed mindset. | ● Students consider their own Attitude to study and understand this key element in relation to mindset. | ● Students discuss LinkedIn and understand the importance of networking/self-promotion. | ● Students write statements in relation to why they wish to study a particular course, how their super-curricular and extra-curricular activities relate to this and what their current studies will contribute to future plans. |
