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My Dyslexia Diagnosis

Mickie tells us how her dyslexia diagnosis made things make sense Aimhigher Plus Assistant, Mickie, tells us about her journey to being diagnosed with dyslexia whilst studying at university. I struggled with spelling, grammar, and speech from a young...

Competition Winners – Art in Isolation

Aimhigher challenged students to express through a piece of art how they’ve kept motivated and inspired or have changed their future career ambitions during the lock down period. We asked students to create a piece of art, such as...

Virtual Work Experience

You might not be able to do the typical work experience week at the moment but there are lots of other ways to build those important employability skills. Why not look for a virtual work experience opportunity instead? Here...

Art in Isolation Competition

School closure and social distancing has been a strange and difficult experience for many students. Aimhigher would like to challenge your students to express through a piece of art how they’ve kept motivated and inspired or have changed their...

Spotlight On: Careers in Sport and Fitness

Ever thought about a career involving fitness or sport? There are many careers which might suit you! For example, you could be a Sport Scientist, a PE Teacher, a Personal Trainer, a Nutritionist, a Gym Owner, Fitness Magazine Editor...

Student Voice: Candy’s Lockdown Diary

‘I take this opportunity to urge all of you out there to show compassion to one another… Let all your loved ones know one way or another you appreciate and love them.’ Aimhigher student, Candy, gives an account...

Mimzy’s Higher Education Journey

Are you a budding entrepreneur? Always liked the idea of being your own boss? Today we look at Mimzy’s journey through university to becoming Founder and Director of Jimmy Trims Barber Shops. Want to explore the possibility of...

Charlotte’s Higher Education Journey

Have you heard about social enterprise? Are you interested in a career helping communities and protecting the environment? Today we’re looking at Charlotte’s journey. Charlotte went to university and studied Textile and Surface Design before realising she could...

Jack’s Higher Education Journey

Considering a degree apprenticeship? Today, we take a look at Jack’s journey. Jack wanted to learn on the job and studied his engineering degree whilst working. Think you might be interested in a career related to...