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Progression pathways 2017

Read our report and watch our videos to find out about full-time undergraduate degree pathways through higher education, including degree and higher level apprenticeships.

Study options

Discover what different degrees and courses are available and where to help you make the right decision about your future.

Studying at a higher education college

Higher education (HE) courses don’t have to be studied at a university – there are more than 240 colleges in the UK that offer a range of higher education courses.

The complete guide to studying abroad

Studying in the UK isn’t your students' only option. Studying abroad lets them experience another culture while achieving an internationally recognised degree...

UCAS terms explained

We use quite a few terms in the application process. We’ve explained them all here, if you need to check what any mean.

University 101: A parent’s guide to university and college terms

Clementine Wade, university and school coach, has worked as a teacher, examiner and uni coach since 2005. She specialises in Key Stage 5 qualifications and super selective universities. Clem's created guidance to help you understand results day and Clearing, and get to grips with what you should be doing when to best support your child through the process.

Foundation apprenticeships

Foundation apprenticeships are available if you’re in your 5th or 6th year at secondary school in Scotland.