Ever thought about Anthropology?

So you're thinking about degree courses and careers? You've come across Anthropology and don't quite know what it is or where it might lead? Then click here to find out more.

You heard it here first

In a fascinating report that's hitting the news today, Dr Adrian Owen from Cambridge University has further explained what he told our Sixth Form over two years ago: that it is possible to communicate with patients who were previously thought to have been in a so-called vegetative state. The implications of this research are wide-ranging.  We are excited that such groundbreaking science is taking place just down the road from us and that we got to hear about it so early. To read the full scientific article, click here.  

So you want to be a lawyer?

So you want to be a lawyer but don't know whether to do a Law degree or how to find out more? Check out this really useful website.

Oliver!

Oliver was a massive success last week, partly because it was such a great piece of teamwork. The cast was huge but we shouldn't forget the backstage crew, the musicians and the many others who brought the show to life:

Of course we are particularly proud of our Sixth Form stars, two of whom can be seen in these wonderful photos below:

Fashion show at the Guildhall, London

Fifteen 6th formers took part in a Charity Fashion show at the Guildhall, London on Saturday 30th January 2010. The "East Meets West" fashion extravaganza was a raising funds for the Bobby Moore Fund (Cancer Charity). The 6th formers wore dresses which they had designed and made as part of their A level Art and Design Textiles course. The St Mary's section of the catwalk show was called 'Here come the Girls'. The 6th formers had been practising their show at school and then spent all day Saturday rehearsing and helping out backstage, before taking part in the show in the evening. Several of our students were invited to model in the other shows, including 'All that Jazz' and the 'International Collection'. The event was an excellent opportunity to experience all the planning and organisation involved in putting on a high profile event.

Stars at the show included Dave 'the Kid' Jensen (the voice of Capital Gold and Planet Rock), Hardeep Singh Kholi (writer, comedian and presenter) and Matthew Wright, all of whom compered the show. Tyler Rix the talented young saxophonist, and Meliz Serman, mezzo soprano, also performed.

So you want to be a journalist or work for the BBC?

So here's the scenario: you want to be a journalist but you don't know what to study at university. The truth is that Journalism is not necessarily the best course to do (at least as a first degree). English, History, Politics ... and many other courses are worth considering. However, if you do go for a journalism course at undergraduate or as a postgraduate you should check that it is accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists. Here's where to look.

But more important is getting your foot in the door via work placements. Click here for information about getting a placement with the BBC.