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Lift Off - with the Civil Aviation Authority
Supply Chain, Transport & Logistics
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Civil Aviation Authority
Available 21/07/2025 - 31/12/2025
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11 Open days and events
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How to get into work
Heading into the world of work offers you the chance to start earning, get experience, build your skills to increase your employability, and improve your CV for the future.
Research some career and job families
There are hundreds of different kinds of jobs and careers available. We’ve collated together some information on different career families, or job sectors, together with some useful links to help you decide what sort of job you would like in the future.
Doing research
Useful tools to help you think about what to do after your GCSEs or National 5s, including info about post-16 qualifications, and advice on different careers.
Find career ideas
Find career ideas by exploring different jobs, taking our career quiz, or looking at volunteering, apprenticeships, or starting your own business.
Find career ideas
Find career ideas by exploring different jobs, taking our career quiz, or looking at volunteering, apprenticeships, or starting your own business.
Don’t decide now!
Is it realistic to choose your ‘forever career’ while you’re still at school? Find out how NOT making fixed choices might be the right choice for you.
Where do I start?
Wondering what to do next, but no idea where to start? The number of options out there can seem overwhelming – follow our tips to help you decide what’s right for you.
Work, volunteer, and study part-time
As long as you're training or studying a recognised qualification, you can get a job, voluntary work, or set up your own business.
Working for yourself
Find out what you need to think about if you want to be self-employed or start your own business, and where to get more information.
Career support at university
University is a critical time for developing your future career. As an international student in the UK, you can access a wealth of support from your university and their dedicated careers teams. You’ll be able to get help on everything from improving your job application process, finding work experience while you’re studying, or getting a graduate role in your chosen industry.
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23 Blog posts
Guiding lights: Unveiling the true influencers of young people
‘Influencer’ has become a charged term in recent years, with connotations of social media’s negative
17 Oct 2023, 12:51
Finding balance: Understanding the shifting priorities of Gen Z in higher education and career aspirations
Edward McClaran & Vicky Downie, Principal Insight Consultants, UCAS5 Dec 2023, 11:24
Strengthening advice and guidance on technical pathways will allow all young people to make the best decision for their future
Deciding what to do after finishing your secondary education is a huge decision. Undergraduate study,
Holly Brown5 Aug 2022, 14:20
Going to university or college if you’ve been in care – our top ten tips for success
UCAS19 Jan 2022, 14:41
17 News articles
Career management: A guide for your students
Careers Adviser Caroline Green RCDP, shares her advice when supporting your students to prepare for a
Level up your careers advice with Caroline Green
Caroline Green, award-winning career development expert.
Work experience vs. experiences of work
By David Morgan, Chief Executive, Career Development Institute
Supporting parents is key to unlocking the UK’s next generation of apprentices
The key influencers of young people making decisions about their choices after school are unaware of
Rising popularity of creative arts among Chinese students can help maintain UK’s competitive global position
UK universities should take advantage of Chinese students’ rising interest in creative arts degrees to
Highest number of students sharing disability and mental health conditions secure place at university
More students than ever before feel comfortable in sharing a disability or mental health condition when
Why degree apprenticeships are a win-win for students, universities and employers
By Liz Gorb, Director of Apprenticeships at Manchester Metropolitan University, Sharon Blyfield, Head
UCAS contributes £3.3bn to the UK economy each year, new report finds
UCAS brings annual benefits worth £3.3bn to the UK economy by matching students to courses they might
The UK continues to be a top destination for study, with applications set to rise by almost 50% within five years
Students from across the globe still hold the UK’s universities and colleges in the highest regard, with
Dr Alex George couples up with UCAS to help students discover their futures
Dr Alex George, the online campaigner and recently appointed government Youth Mental Health Ambassador,