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At Sixth Form you would have established whether a creative industry career is for you. You may begin to look at the various sectors within the industry and plan a career route which may include higher education an apprenticeship or going straight into work.
A career in creative arts is compatible with an interest in Art, Film and Drama.
Should do
Should do
Use UCAS and Unifrog to research creative arts, and the different pathways into a creative arts career.
Use UCAS and Unifrog to research the grades you need to study creative arts at degree level.
Regularly check the careers google classroom for any creative arts related opportunities, such as online university lectures or workshops.
Could do
Could do
Mentor younger students in Film, Art or Drama as one of your Super Curricular activities - this will demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm to potential universities and employers. Speak to your teachers about this.
Start a Film, Art or Drama club for your peers or younger students.
Develop commercial awareness by researching the business you wish to work in, the sectors you work with, and the key business issues.
Undertake work experience in creative arts environment, such as a theatre or art gallery to demonstrate your interest in the creative arts.
Attend lecture series in school related to creative arts.
Listen to creative arts related podcasts, such as The Creative Boom Podcast or Creative Rebels.
Read books, magazines or journals around creative arts such as Creative Boom or Computer Arts.
Create a blog/vlog of your portfolios.
Show your creative work thorough social media.
University guidance videos
University guidance videos
An introduction to studying Liberal Arts at university - including what to expect! With St Mary's University, Twickenham.
An introduction to studying Film and Photography at university. Including course and careers. Featuring the University of Gloucestershire and the University of Bradford.
An introduction to studying Photography at University. Including what to expect and why to consider it. Featuring the University of Gloucestershire.
An introduction to studying Music at University. Including courses, careers and application tips. Featuring Bishop Grosseteste University and the University of Chichester.
An introduction to studying Drama and Theatre at University. With Higher Horizons + and Guildhall School of Music & Drama. Including courses, careers and application tips.
An introduction to studying Art and Design at university. With Teesside University and Portfolio Advice from the University for the Creative Arts.
An introduction to studying Media courses at university. Featuring the University of Gloucestershire.
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