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9 March, 2021

Updated: Aug 12, 2021

Virtual Summer Schools

This year, most of the university summer schools will go virtual due to the pandemic. Students who wish to equip themselves can register and participate in different events virtually at anytime. We have shared some events this week and will be more in the coming weeks. You may also check the HE website for more updates!



What's on at Island School...

[New] Year 12 Higher Education Focus Afternoons - Year 12 Students only

The Year 12 Higher Education Focus Afternoons will take place at Sha Tin Wai Campus on Wednesday 10 March and 17 March 2021 during 2pm – 4.30pm. All Year 12 students will be off timetable to attend our Higher Education Focus Afternoons. Students will register at 1.45pm in the School Hall. Please find the parent letter which was sent last week for more information.

Details

Date: Wednesday 10 & 17 March 2021

Time: 2pm - 4.30pm

Venue: STW School Hall


[New] Year 12 Higher Education Workshop Series for Parents & Students

The Higher Education Team will arrange a series of workshops for Year 12s every Friday after school in Term 2 and Term 3. Each week we will have two sessions at the same time (12.45pm - 1.45pm) with two different zoom meeting links. You can check this spreadsheet for the date, time, topics and latest updates. Zoom meeting link and the passcode were sent by email earlier. Please sign up via this link to let us know which workshops you are joining. Recordings will be uploaded to the Google Classroom and Higher Education Website after each session. Please see the below for some of the recordings:


29 January 2021

5 February 2021

5 March 2021


New Career-related Resources for Students and Parents

This year we have a new career-related resources from Career Guidance Charts (CGC) for all students and parents. You can view this E-book anytime and anywhere through our internal Higher Education Website. However, parents who would like to access the internal HE website by logging in themselves, please be reminded to complete the following steps:

  • set up a gmail account or use your current one. Please note - it must be a gmail account

  • send an email to careers@online.island.edu.hk with 'add email address' in the subject line

  • include your gmail in the body of the email along with your child(ren)'s name and form (for security purposes)

We will include your email address on the sharing permissions for the website.



What's on in Hong Kong...

[New] World Class Study in London events in Hong Kong & Macau

The World Class Study in London (WCSiL) Hong Kong group – Imperial, King’s and UCL – are collaborating once again on events for students in Hong Kong and Macau who are considering university study in the UK. As we are still unable to travel together as we usually would, we have put together some online events. These events are intended for students starting university in 2022 and beyond. Join our events with three of the world's top universities - Imperial College London, King's College London and UCL!

Schools Q&A

Event Format

The live event will be a Q&A with our International Office staff. We will also be joined by some of our current students, so you can ask them about their experience at our institutions and student life in London. Please do come prepared with your questions.

Upon registering, you will be able to view a pre-recorded presentation that we recommend you watch before the live event. The presentation will give you all of the practical info we think you will need - unique opportunities for students in London, career planning tips, an overview of our institutions and programmes, plus application advice.

Event Timings & Registration

These two events will be the same, so please only sign up for one of them.

Academic Q&A

Event Format

This is an opportunity to ask questions to our academic staff directly. The event has three sessions and each one will cover a popular subject area: Engineering, Law or Medicine.

Please only sign up for the session(s) you are interested in. Upon registering, you will be able to view a pre-recorded presentation that we recommend you watch before the live session(s). The presentation will give you all of the practical info that we think you will need about that subject area.

The live event will be a Q&A with an academic member of staff from each institution. For example, the first session will have an Engineering academic from Imperial, King's and UCL. They will each give a brief overview of Engineering at their institution and then it is over to you for your questions.

Event Timings & Registration

Saturday 20 March

Law: 17:15 – 18:15 (Hong Kong/Macau)

Medicine: 18:30 – 19:30 (Hong Kong/Macau)



What's on in other countries...

[New] US - The University of California, Santa Cruz - Virtual Events for Future Students

We’re excited to announce our Virtual Events for admitted students this spring, where students can explore their many options to experience our extraordinary campus community, connect with current and admitted students, faculty, and staff, and get their questions about college life answered.


First Year Receptions, March 20 and April 3

We invite students and families to join us for an interactive program to learn what it means to become a Banana Slug. They will hear from campus representatives about our academic programs, get financial aid updates, and connect with current UCSC students. This program is for newly admitted high school students in California and across the U.S.


International First Year Receptions, March 27, April 10

This will be a chance for students to connect with UC Santa Cruz representatives with expertise in international admissions and learn about the UC Santa Cruz environment for international students, academics, visa information, and Summer Session. Featuring a LIVE student panel!


LIVE Virtual Tour, Ongoing

Students can use the calendar to sign up for a LIVE Virtual Tour of our beautiful campus, hosted by our friendly, knowledgeable student tour guides. They will be able to connect with the tour guides, ask questions, and view the campus through 360-degree photos.

Please come back and check our calendar regularly for more events to be added.


[New] UK - University of Oxford

The University of Oxford has two opportunities for you to engage with them in the coming weeks:

A comprehensive introduction to Oxford: Aimed at younger students (and parents), the webinar will cover many aspects of studying at Oxford, and provides all the information students need to get started with their applications. A current international student will be also be involved to take questions and talk about their experiences at Oxford. Wednesday 10 March, 6.00pm HKT. Students can register here.


Preparing for your application: Aimed at penultimate year students who are seriously considering applying to study at Oxford and more broadly the UK, this webinar provides advice for students in course and university selection, and the various aspects of the application process to Oxford and UK institutions in general. I will be joined by a current international student. Thursday 11 March, 6.00pm HKT. Students can register here.



[New] NL - Utrecht University Online Bachelor's Open Day

Would you like to experience the atmosphere at Utrecht University and find out if we offer a Bachelor’s programme that is the right for you? If so, then come visit our Bachelor’s Open Day on Saturday 13 March. REGISTER NOW for online presentations and get to know the Bachelor's programmes of your interest.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM THE EVENT?

  • Information sessions about almost every Bachelor’s degree programme (webinars and video presentations): general and/or in-depth sessions. The in-depth sessions include thematic presentations or mini-lectures.

  • Chats with students, teachers and study advisors: ask all your questions about our programmes, student life and the university during the programme sessions.

  • Online information markets and many extra online activities: where you can learn everything you need to know about our study programmes, cultural and sports facilities and student life in Utrecht.

  • A special programme for international visitors: find out everything you need to know about your new adventure at Utrecht University! From the application procedure, studying and living in Utrecht, including finance and housing. The information in the sessions is useful for parents/guardians as well, so feel free to bring them along!


[New] NL - The Utrecht Summer School

Are you not sure about a degree programme in the Netherlands? Help you dip their toes in the water (so to speak) by joining our face-to-face or online Summer School: the ideal opportunity to deepen your knowledge, learn something new, and broaden one's horizons. Select a course or track, with or without student housing and join our (online) social programme. Utrecht Summer School offers courses covering a wide range of disciplines at all academic levels: start learning about Dutch Art History, participate in master level courses in Data Science or improve your language skills. Check the Utrecht Summer School website, and sign up for a great summer!


[New] US - The University of Chicago

Here are some opportunities abound at UChicago, and you have the opportunity to get to know our campus and the people who call it home. Please check out the virtual events listed below and join us for any that pique your interest!

Click here for more details and information.


[New] US - Boston University - Summer Journalism Academy

For those who are thinking about a career in communications or simply enjoy writing, we have just the thing: the Boston University Summer Journalism Academy. For the last 11 years, students are taught by award-winning journalists, such as Pulitzer Prize winner Lara Salahi and Sherrod Blakely, who will show them how to follow facts and get to the heart of stories affecting communities. From protests to town hall meetings to interviewing local and state politicians, our students are covering issues that matter in their communities.


Students also have the option of selecting a photojournalism track, taught by veteran photojournalist Stephen Haines. He worked as a staff photographer, assignment and photo editor for the Boston Globe. He will help students sharpen their camera skills to teach them the basics of visual storytelling.


No matter what session you select, they will learn practical skills that they can apply to any career. Two-week sessions begin on June 21, July 5, and July 19. Learn more by visiting our website, and to apply soon, as spots are limited. If students are accepted to the program and pay the registration fee by April 24, they will receive a special discount of $200 off the tuition using this discount code online: 21BUADMISSIONS


US - NACAC Virtual College Fairs

NACAC’s upcoming series of Virtual College Fairs kicks off on Jan. 31! Common App is thrilled to support these virtual events, designed to help students connect with college admissions officers and ask important questions about the application process. These sessions support all students, including seniors who have not yet applied. Students can prepare ahead of time by tagging the Zoom sessions they want to attend. If your students can’t make it to the first event, there are more opportunities to join this spring:

Miss the first two sessions? You can now view the recordings for the January 12 and January 26 webinars.

 

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