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Higher Education (HE) & Careers

Higher Education (HE) & Careers

As students start to make decisions about post-16 course options, higher education pathways and future careers, their exposure to and involvement with the Careers & Higher Education Counsellors increases. Students are introduced to higher education and career pathways as part of the school’s Wellbeing programme. Higher education resources and research materials are made available, along with materials related to a variety of careers. Access to tools and software packages to help students consider career options that match their personal interests and preferences is also available.

 

Additionally, students have the opportunity to hear from and meet guest speakers from universities worldwide who visit throughout the year. Students are encouraged to experience different careers through work experience and internships and other activities which take them into the ‘real world’. The Higher Education team provides guidance through group sessions and individual meetings with students to help them explore a study or career option that best matches their interests, abilities, personality and individual aspirations. We encourage students to take ownership of their higher education and career planning journey so that they will experience personal growth throughout the planning process.

 

Document Request (Alumni Only)

Reference Letter Request

For alumni of Sha Tin College who wish to make university/job applications after graduation and need a reference letter, please read the information below and follow the required procedures.

 

Note for Reference Letter Request

The reference letter is confidential and will be submitted directly to the organisations electronically or by post. Minimum 3 working weeks’ notice is required and the request can only be processed upon receipt of both the application form and payment. Please note that if you have left STC for more than one year, organisations consider the reference letter outdated and it is much better that you obtain a newer version from your current university or employer.

 

  • UK (UCAS application):
    Apply via UCAS with a buzzword provided by Higher Education Office. Please email highered@shatincollege.edu.hk for the buzzword.
  • HK, Canada, US, Australia and other countries’ application:
    Please add highered@shatincollege.edu.hk as the referees’ contact email address in your application form.
  • Administrative Fee: HK$100 per recommendation letter
    Ordinary local mail or ordinary airmail postage fee is included.
  • Postage Fee (if applicable): Applicants may choose to pick up the document in person or choose the other mailing options with additional cost incurred –
    a. Local courier (SF Express) – HK$50
    b. Oversea courier (UPS) – HK$250
    *STC is not responsible for any loss or damage of the documents during postal delivery.
  • Application and Payment Method:
    a. Complete the application form
    b. Please click the link for payment.
    *STC is not responsible for any bank charge incurred.

 

Transcript Request
The High School Transcript provided by Sha Tin College (STC) includes alumni’s academic record from Year 10 to Year 13. Alumni may apply for a copy of this transcript for applying to
universities or jobs after graduation.


Note for Transcript Request

  • Minimum 3 working weeks’ notice is required and the request can only be processed upon receipt of both the application form and payment.
  • Transcript Fee: A copy of the official high school transcript is HK$100 (ordinary local mail or international ordinary airmail or email to one recipient is included)
    *STC is not responsible for any loss or damage of the documents during postal delivery.
  • Postage Fee: Applicants may choose to pick up the document in person or choose the other mailing options with additional cost incurred –
    a. Local courier (SF Express) – HK$50
    b. Overseas courier (UPS) – HK$250
    *STC is not responsible for any loss or damage of the documents during postal delivery.
  • Application and Payment Method:
    a. Complete the application form
    b. Please click the link for payment.
    *STC is not responsible for any bank charge incurred.

 

Public Exam Documents Request
Alumni can order their public exam certificates via the below websites:

IBO

AQA

CAIE

 

University Predicted Grade - Code of Conduct

Introduction
Sha Tin College actively supports students in their higher education applications. We have a strong reputation with both local and global establishments. This reputation is based on their confidence in our ability to present our students in the most positive and accurate light. The purpose of this document is to ensure all parties understand clearly and follow proper protocols for receiving predicted grades for university applications. We should all remember that the predicted grade is only one of a series of indicators that institutions of higher education look at when making offers.

 

Procedure
The predicted grade is a subject teacher’s estimate of the likely diploma score that a student will achieve in the final examinations. It is a professional judgment moderated in discussion with the heads of subject and subject colleagues. The predicted grade takes into account:

 

  • The student’s current and past performance in the diploma, including internal assessments, class tests, performance in lessons and examinations.
  • The inherent nature of individual subjects.
  • The teacher’s experience and understanding of how performance can develop throughout the diploma.
  • Once released, the university predicted grades can be obtained from the students’ Unifrog account.

 

Students should:

  • Discuss their academic performance with their teachers and tutors.
  • Discuss strategies with their subject teachers on how they can improve their performance.

 

Students should not:

  • Approach any teachers for an increase in predicted grades.
  • Ask parents to lobby for an increase in predicted grades.
  • Expect to receive any change in their predicted grades.


At STC predicted grades should not come as any surprise to students. Through our individual approach to teaching and learning and regular transparent feedback, students should be aware of their levels.

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