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Career
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One of the most important decisions students and parents will have to make is of thinking about applying for higher education? This decision will factor a combination of the
• Choice of subject based on interest, career or profession?
• Choice of college or University?
• Choice of country or location?
• Academic achievements?
• Affordability?
• Travel restrictions and considerations.
(Advice to students: You must not feel pressurized
to enter higher education, by parents, peers, family, cultural or societal norms
but remember as you have to personally live and experience it, the choice has to
be yours. As your interest in what you are doing will make you succeed)
Irrespective of any and all limitations in the above there is a college and university
which will accept you as a learner. However, limitations are inversely related to
the number of college or university options available to you i.e. more the limitations
less the choices of college of university for you to apply too.
According to Vikki Pickering during your years at Higher Education the development
of a range of skills and competencies are required for “adding value” to any organization
or cause, namely: |
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Brainpower:
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above all, employers seek a suitable level of intellectual capability.
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Ability to communicate:
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writing for and presenting to a wide range of audiences is vital. It is not much use having the brainpower if you can’t convey your ideas.
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Problem solving and analytical skills: |
the ability to gather and interpret data in an accurate, logical, clear and concise manner.
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Teamwork:
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organizations operate by solving problems in teams. Working with others, showing personal organization and time management, imagination and open-mindedness are vital. Networking: making contacts and using your interpersonal skills.
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Technical ability:
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some jobs need this more than others. It ranges from understanding computer packages to familiarity with modern laboratory equipment and techniques.
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Self-awareness:
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this involves an understanding of your strengths and weaknesses as well as a belief in your ability to go on learning. It covers being able to focus and reflect and encompasses motivation. |
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Flexibility:
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this involves a positive reaction to change, versatility and the ability to be multi-skilled and adaptable. Your job could change many times to reflect customer demands and as technology, products and processes advance.
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The value of higher education, in terms of life benefits, is great: experience of
different perspectives; increased confidence; greater awareness of people and situations and the changes in opinions they bring about; the prospect of experimentation (interpret
this as you will!); the chance to make mistakes and the opportunity to learn from
them. You will also have the chance to be responsible for your self by dealing with
your own finances and the other realities of life: washing, cooking, shopping and
ironing. Although not glamorous, they have to be done! 1
For personalized advice regarding college or university choices and admission contact
the Career & University Counselor.
International Recognition of IB Diploma
The IB diploma is accepted in colleges and universities in 75 countries including
USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, India, France, Germany, Spain and
Pakistan.
(http://www.ibo.org/diploma/recognition/).
College and Universities Application Process and Deadlines
It is highly advised to commence the research on college and university choices in the first year of the Diploma program (Grade 11).
Grade 11 (First Year of Diploma Program)
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September to January |
Research options |
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January |
Prepare tentative list of colleges and universities |
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January to June |
Appear of SAT I exams for US colleges and Universities |
Grade 12 (Second Year of Diploma Program)
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June to September |
for SAT I exam, Appear for SAT II and TOEFL (if Required) |
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15 October |
Closing date for Oxbridge, medicine, dentistry in UK |
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December to March |
Application deadlines for US Colleges |
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15 January |
UCAS Closing date for applications from UK and EU students |
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USA Colleges and Universities
We highly recommend
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Australian Colleges and Universities
We highly recommend
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Canadian Colleges and Universities
We highly recommend
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Pakistani colleges and Universities
UK Colleges and Universities
We highly recommend
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1 The Value of Education by Vikki Pickering |
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