DD is in Y11. Riddled with anxiety, she thinks she's the only one who doesn't know what to do in life, what options to take for A levels, what job to do, etc etc.
We try to reassure her that she doesn't need to worry about this just yet, and that even having to select A levels now doesn't mean it's a done deal and there's time to change her mind.
In any case, she has recently started looking at potential university courses which I think it's a good thing to get her motivated. She seems drawn to an undergraduate Film + MFL course. The film part of it would be a new thing in her life I think. Or maybe not. She's always enjoyed drawing animations on her ipad and has been a good story teller, but she detests English and will drop it after GCSE.
I am keen to support this new possibility as it will give DD a much needed direction, even if it changes completely along the way. I'd be grateful to hear from those in the know if there's anything I can do to help her solidify this interest, bearing in mind I know nothing about this field and it's a new thing for her. For example, are there any particular gadgets that would make good Christmas presents? She has to do work experience after GCSEs: what type of companies could she approach? Any other advice/suggestions would be gratefully welcome!