‘Super’ Curricular
You might think I’m talking about being a first team player, or a grade 8 musician….I’m not, although of course, if that’s your skill and interest then that’s fantastic. Super curricular activities are the four or five (and probably more) things that you can do to widen your understanding of a subject or skill (alongside any sport, musical or drama abilities). It might simply be reading around your potential degree subject to increase your knowledge or it might be taking a course that will develop skills. Here are my top things to consider during the course of Lower 6 to ensure you are well prepared for your chosen degree and nail your personal statement.
Listen to talks and lectures on www.ted.com there are hundreds to choose from on a huge variety of topics, some short, some long…
Listen to podcasts….again, there is so much choice
Read, it sounds obvious, but if you begin to know which course you might like to study at Uni, have a look at the course reading lists published on the websites for the majority of courses
Get some paid and or voluntary work - build your people skills and your knowledge from working with others and sharing ideas, it might get you thinking of something you could be really interested in but hadn’t thought of before
Keep in mind any visits, conferences, summer schools you could sign up for on your subject. Not only will this further your understanding of your potential subject but it will help you determine it is a definite choice for you and give you a head start on your knowledge and understanding.
The main thing is to get ahead, start thinking and you will be prepared to know what you would like to apply for and where you might like to study.
If you would like to hear more, get in touch tray@young-careers.com, we have a few slots for one to one sessions the week of the 20th December.