Please note: The student’s name has been changed to protect his privacy. The details of his journey are based on a real report.
This is the story of how a Grade 12 student used a data-driven approach to resolve his career confusion and confidently choose a future in Data Science.
Anubhav, a bright and thoughtful Grade 12 (ISC) student, was at a classic crossroads. He was drawn to the logical, problem-solving world of Computer Science, but also fascinated by the creativity and user-centric approach of Design. With university applications looming, this indecision was becoming a significant source of stress. He felt pulled in two different directions, worried that choosing one would mean sacrificing a core part of his identity. He needed clarity, not just an opinion.
The VIP+ Integrated Career Pathway Report served as Anubhav’s mirror, reflecting his potential through objective data before any careers were even discussed. The process uncovered a clear and consistent narrative:
When these insights were combined with his demonstrated skills in learning agility and data reasoning, a new picture emerged. The ideal path for Anubhav wasn’t a choice between logic and creativity, but one that fused them together.
With all the data in a single, panoramic view, two career clusters rose to the top as a perfect fit: Data Science and Business Analytics. These fields required the analytical rigor of computer science and the innovative thinking found in design.
The confusion was replaced by a collaborative action plan. Together, we co-created a two-year skill roadmap focusing on Python, SQL, and statistics, a project portfolio plan to build real-world experience, and a shortlist of top-tier universities.
The outcome was definitive. Anubhav not only secured three university admissions but also landed a paid summer internship before even starting college. He had a confident “yes” for his future.
As Anubhav puts it: “I went from guesswork to a plan. The report felt like a mirror.”
