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SUBJECT CHOICES: making the right decision for you
Don’t know where to start with your subject choices? Whether it’s your first or last time selecting subjects the whole process can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Researching your subject choices can even help you find out more about yourself and what you want to do in the future. If you already have a set career in mind then make an appointment with your careers advisor at school to help ensure that your choices suit this.
STUDY TIPS: Organising your time
Feeling like you don’t have enough time to study? It’s normal to feel overwhelmed with exams gradually approaching, but becoming more organised will help you take control of your learning.
Prepare for a job that is out of this world as the European Space Agency opens applications
The European Space Agency (ESA) has opened their application process, and the organisation has outlined just what you need to do to become an astronaut.
Next steps: Post graduation goals
There are many different ways to put your degree to good use after you graduate, getting into a graduate scheme or specialist graduate roles will see you utilise all your learning whilst gaining valuable experience: It’s a win, win.
Behind the scenes with entertainment reporter Polly Bartlett
After graduating in 2016, Polly Bartlett has quickly progressed in the world of TV. The STV entertainment reporter and social media lead spoke to Source about her career so far and the importance of work experience.
Let them eat cake: Behind the scenes with a vegan cafe owner
There’s no wrong path to achieving your dreams, something that is exemplified by Poppy Murricane, owner of one of Glasgow’s popular vegan cafés, Rawnchy. Poppy chats running her own business and her favourite dishes to make.
Sunny side up: pursuing your passions with Café Strange Brew owner Laurie
Love coming up with your own brunch creations or dream of the day you get to become your own boss? Laurie Macmillan has turned both into a reality. We speak to the Café Strange Brew founder about her path to owning multiple businesses and her favourite thing to make in the kitchen.
Get employed: New calls to guarantee jobs for young Scots
As lockdown restrictions begin to ease and we get used to the new normal, there are new calls to guarantee jobs for Scotland’s young people.