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Discover how subjects shape careers

 

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Actor

 

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TV and radio presenter

 

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Environmental scientist

 

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Doctor - GP

 

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Early years practitioner

 

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Robotics engineer

 

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Biotechnologist

 

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Train driver

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Explore your future with the Option Choices tool

Imagine your future using our Option Choices tool. Simply search by subjects or jobs you're interested in and we'll help with the rest!

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Five questions to help you choose

Ask yourself these five questions to help you make your option choices.

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The school subjects behind Scotland's stars

Check out how some well-known Scots used their school subjects to get into amazing careers.

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What job should I do?

Not sure what you want to do? Explore five careers in demand that you probably haven't heard of.

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Get real work experience at school – choose an FA

Learn about Foundation Apprenticeships and how they could boost your option choices.

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Option choices tips from careers advisers

Get help from the experts! Check out our video that's packed full of top tips from careers advisers.

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Support for parents, carers and teachers

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The parents and carers’ guide to option choices

Use our guide to help your child choose their school subjects with confidence.

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Making option choices: lesson plan and resources

We've created a fun and engaging lesson about option choices and using My World of Work so you don't have to.

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