University and Careers

Personalised Careers and University Service

One of the biggest advantages of being part of Truro School’s Sixth Form is the outstanding careers guidance on offer from our in-house Careers Team. Throughout each school year, there are a number of careers events, including psychometric testing, one-to-one interviews, timetabled career sessions and a dedicated resource centre, as well as business lunches, allowing students to get a taste of various professions during their time in the Sixth Form.

Once you’ve set your sights on a career, you’ll then need to figure out how to get there. At this point, you will be rigorously supported in securing places at leading universities or on top apprenticeship schemes, both in the UK and overseas. Our Overseas University Initiative has this year seen Upper Sixth leavers pack their bags for the USA, The Netherlands, Switzerland and Ireland.

Throughout the Upper Sixth, extensive and highly personalised support is provided with every aspect of your application, from writing a personal statement to preparing for interviews and deciding which offers to accept. Our Sixth Form team are there to advise on UCAS Extra, and, after results day, to help those who need it to successfully navigate Adjustment and Clearing.

You can view a copy of our careers programme using the link below.

Oxbridge Applications

For those applying to Oxford or Cambridge we have a designated member of staff who supports you through this particular application system. With individualised preparation for tests and interviews, we ensure that you are completely ready to grasp the process and increase your chances of success. Oxbridge Admissions Tutors are invited to Truro School to meet students, giving them the opportunity to explain just exactly what they are looking for in a successful application.

The Medical Pathways Programme

Medical Pathways is Truro School’s personalised programme that prepares students for success at securing an interview and a place at medical, dental or veterinary school. You will gain insight into your prospective career and be thoroughly supported in developing the skills you need to evidence on your personal statement, in application tests and at interview.

Overseas University Application

Obtaining a degree from an overseas university is now a viable option for many and Mrs Lucy Jupp, our Overseas Universities Advisor, provides expert advice to students and parents at information evenings and in one-to-one meetings. Mrs. Jupp specialises in guiding students in the early stages as well as co-ordinating all aspects of their application right through to the submission deadline, for all universities in all countries.

As a Spanish and French teacher who has lived abroad, Mrs. Jupp is in a strong position to guide students through the cultural and linguistic benefits of living overseas.