Excellent MATSEC Results
Excellent MATSEC Results CONGRATULATIONS to our Level 13 students for their excellent MATSEC results! And a big THANK YOU to our dedicated teachers for all their hard work, dedication and commitment to our students. Some results are still coming in, but we are very proud to confirm some outstanding results received so far: Biology Advanced: 52.6% of St Martin’s College Sixth Form students achieved Grades A & B whilst NATIONAL percentage is 30.9% Chemistry Advanced: 41% of St Martin’s College Sixth Form students achieved Grades A & B whilst NATIONAL percentage is 29% Pure Mathematics Advanced: 30% of St Martin’s College Sixth Form students achieved Grade A whilst NATIONAL percentage is 7.6% Well done!
Sixth Form Open Evening
Sixth Form Open Evening Our Sixth Form staff are looking forward to meeting prospective students at our upcoming Open Evening on Thursday 18th July. Join us to discuss your individual needs! For further information call our Senior Leader of Sixth Form, Mr Anthony Abela on 2134 5146 or email [email protected]
SMC Sixth Form School Leaving Ceremony
SMC Sixth Form School Leaving Ceremony St Martin’s College Sixth Form this week celebrated its annual school leaving ceremony, when 91 College students received certificates and special awards. These were presented to the students in the presence of their families and College staff by Professor Alfred J. Vella, Rector of the University of Malta and Ms Bernie Mizzi, Director, Chiswick House School and St Martin’s College. The ceremony marks a very important milestone in the students’ lives just before they move on to tertiary education. Mr Anthony Abela, Senior Leader Sixth Form, explained how St Martin’s College strives to provide the best possible learning opportunities for all its students. The combination of tailored attention that each student receives, the support received from parents as well as the hard work students put in to achieve their goals, ensures success.
Politics and Democracy Talk
Politics and Democracy Talk Dr Frank Psaila recently delivered a talk to all Level 12 students at St Martin’s College Sixth Form, as part of the Systems of Knowledge module relating to politics and democracy. Dr Psaila spoke about the life of a politician and the significance of the EU for Malta and for the younger generations. He also answered a number of valid questions put to him by the students who also debated with him voting at 16.
Mock job interviews for Sixth Form students
Mock job interviews for Sixth Form students Four members of staff of PwC Malta recently conducted mock job interviews for St Martin’s College Sixth Form students. The aim of these interviews is to help students experience a real-life job interview and help them prepare for the world of work. Students attended a preparatory meeting and were asked to present their CVs and covering letters during the mock interview itself. Individual feedback will be provided to the students during the follow-up session which will be held next week. St Martin’s College Sixth Form is committed to developing the skills that young people require for the modern workplace. This exercise, organised by Ms Eleanor Abela, the College’s Career Adviser, helps our students build the confidence they need in an interview situation. The College would like to thank PwC Malta for providing our students with the unique opportunity and for their valuable advice and support.
Sixth Form students visit Alf Mizzi & Sons (Marketing) Group
Sixth Form students visit Alf Mizzi & Sons (Marketing) Group A group of first-year students studying Marketing at Advanced Level at St Martin’s College Sixth Form, visited Alf Mizzi & Sons (Marketing) Group. After touring the various warehouses and departments, the students were briefed about marketing techniques and strategies. It was a very informative visit particularly because the students cover topics such as branding, distribution, logistics and intermediaries as part of their preparations for the Marketing MATSEC examination.
Speed Networking Workshop with MEP Election Candidates
Speed Networking Workshop with MEP Election Candidates St Martin’s College Sixth Form students participated in a Speed Networking Workshop with MEP election candidates. The purpose of the event was to increase the students’ involvement in the upcoming MEP elections during which they will be voting for the first time. The MEP candidates and students participated in highly engaging conversations about different issues that will be shaping their lives. The event was entirely organised by second-year student, Nicole Portelli, who was assisted by members of the Student Council.
Art Trip to Florence
Art Trip to Florence two Level 12 students formed part of a group of students who attended this year’s art trip to Florence organised by St Martin’s College. Yu Dong and Veronica Micallef are currently studying Art A level at our sixth form and throughout this trip they had the opportunity to see some important art works that form part of their syllabus. The trip also included visits to the Uffizzi, the Pitti Palace and the Accademia Museum. Our students also participated in a number of workshops at the Leonardo da Vinci Art Academy in Florence where they were taught how to make a tempera painting, a fresco and engraving. They also had the opportunity to observe the original famous Florence Baptistry doors and Michelangelo's "Deposition" at the Museo dell Opera dell' Duomo. Veronica and Yu visited a temporary exhibition at the Strozzi Palace, 'Verrochio, the Master of Leonardo', that included over 120 works including paintings, sculptures and drawings, with loans from over seventy important museums and private collections around the world. A trip to Pisa and Siena also formed part of this trip.