The majority of our students continue their studies and enter Higher Education following the successful completion of their level 3 courses.
All students are encouraged to consider their future career choices and make informed decision on what course to apply for, or indeed whether an apprenticeship or full time employment may be a better option for them.
There are many websites offering career advice – the following is an excellent starting point for students who have no idea what career they may wish to progress on to: SACU
UCAS - Your Guide to Post-16 Options
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Higher Education |
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Official information on HE & how to apply |
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Guide to helping students find the ideal university for them, focusing on student life as well as courses |
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You state what A-levels you are taking and then the website will generate suggested degree courses |
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University & college open days |
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Comprehensive HE guide |
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Includes National Student Survey results |
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Reports on quality of teaching and research in HE |
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Student finance |
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Year in industry |
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Employment/gap years |
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Guide to apprenticeships and vacancies |
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Paid alternatives to university |
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Plan your future work and study |
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Careers films on the web |
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Official job centre site |
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NHS careers and training |
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Guide to graduate careers and further study |
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Community Service Volunteers |
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Work, teach and volunteer abroad |
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Year out ideas |
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Essential gap year advice |
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Website with information on jobs and also general careers guidance |