Saying no to the status quo: why I chose an apprenticeship over university
As I advanced through my teenage years, I always knew university wasn’t for me. I wanted something more practical and hands-on. So, when I left sixth form and watched all my friends move cities to the likes of Nottingham, Leeds, and Manchester, I didn’t feel left out. Because I was moving to a new city too – London.
I was lucky enough to gain a place on the M&S Retail Management Apprenticeship, one of 14, from nearly 1,000 applicants. I felt incredibly privileged and excited to embark on a new challenge and join a massive...