Future Focus

Download: Information evening presentation

The following forms should be downloaded, completed digitally, and returned to the school.

WORK EXPERIENCE INFORMATION BOOKLET

INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYERS

WORK EXPERIENCE AGREEMENT

COMPANY EVALUATION FORM

When attending university, students will be expected to manage all their own affairs independently. The university application process represents an important transition process where students learn to take responsibility for their own decisions. The most successful applications are those that are researched and managed by the students themselves, with the support of the school and parents as needed.

ESH supports our students through the university application process in the following ways:

• Access to a Careers Counsellor
• Support and guidance from subject teachers and Cycle Leader
• In S6, the mentor works with students to explore options and develop a timeline for applications.
• In S7, the weekly mentor lessons focus on university applications, attending open days and researching courses and entrance requirements
• Producing transcripts and references on request
• Experiences and advice from ESH graduates shared with current students

There is no global overview of which subjects need to be studied to access every university course worldwide. Entry requirements differ between countries, cities, universities, and courses, and are subject to change over time. For some courses no specific subjects are required, while others ask for specific subjects and/or an average overall grade or per subject.

Some courses have specific language requirements, and these vary per university and per course. For example, the Universities of Leiden and Utrecht require students to take an English test if taking L2 English. Some courses require Maths 5p, these are generally courses with a large scientific component such as Maths, Physics and other engineering courses, while some courses require only an average grade on either Maths 3p or Maths 5p. So an 8 in Maths 3p may trump a 6 in Maths 5p.

Students need to research specific studies to find out what is required for entry to the courses of their choice.

Visit the open days or webinars of your preferred universities, or contact their admissions departments before making you choices. All major universities and other higher education institutions organise open days several times a year. On these days they will supply practical information about applying, the culture of their institution, information about their city and living arrangements and course information. You may need to register for these days in advance, so check the websites of the universities for details, and ask for leave from school if needed.