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Is a distance learning degree viewed the same way as a degree studied on campus? Do employers recognise them? Find the answers to these common questions and learn about the different skills you can get from distance learning.

Lindsay Conroy, Apprenticeship Programme Lead, UCAS

Ben Jordan, Head of Policy, UCAS

Higher and degree apprenticeships aren’t just an increasingly popular form of education. We know they’re already playing an essential role in workforce planning.

Discover how distance learning works if you’re studying a degree remotely, from applying to teaching and exams. Plus, see what support is available from tutors and other students.

Get to grips with the key issues around choosing GCSEs. This introductory guide will help you understand the facts and advise your students effectively.

Read our top tips to make the most of your apprenticeship application.

Counsellors can make a significant positive impact on people’s lives, and ultimately improve the health and well-being of our society.

Firefighting isn't just about putting out flames. Here’s what’s really involved and what it takes to become one.

Being a pilot is a fantastic job for people who enjoy responsibility, technology, meeting people and the excitement of flying a commercial aircraft.

Social workers offer support to those most in need, whether it’s a family under pressure or a person with a physical or learning disability trying to live independently.

Think accountancy is all about number-crunching? Think again! There’s far more to being an accountant than just figures.

Are you stuck deciding which subject, course type, or uni or college is right for you? Read on for our tips and advice on tackling this big decision.

Young people from diverse backgrounds often lack the information they need to make informed choices about apprenticeships.

If your child has decided university is the right path for them, here’s what they’ll need to know about making a UCAS application.

Find out how to find the best apprenticeship for you.

You can help your students stand out with a tailored and succinct personal statement that demonstrates the individual they are.

If you’re applying for a job but don’t have any, or much, professional experience, it can be tricky to know what to include on your CV. But any life experience you have will be valuable when applying for a job or apprenticeship – it’s how you talk about that experience that matters.

We invited organisations who could offer guidance on the day-to-day running of apprenticeships programmes, as well as how to support apprentices through to completion. We had speakers from the Association of Apprentices, Workplus, and Lloyd’s Banking Group – if you missed it, here’s what happened.