Plot twist! Helping your teen embrace plan B
Sometimes the unexpected brings new opportunities, whether it’s exploring a different course, considering an apprenticeship, or going through Clearing.
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Plot twist! Helping your teen embrace plan B
Sometimes the unexpected brings new opportunities, whether it’s exploring a different course, considering an apprenticeship, or going through Clearing.
Podcast: Degree apprenticeship or traditional degree?
This episode covers what you need to know about traditional degrees and degree apprenticeships, including the differences in experience, funding, and qualifications.
Podcast: Law and legal studies degree apprenticeships
Learn about law degree apprenticeships and how they differ to traditional degrees, with Katie Thistleton.
Podcast: Science degree apprenticeships
Brought to you by Manchester Metropolitan University: Learn about a science degree apprenticeship and how they differ to traditional degrees, with Katie Thistleton.
Podiatrist
Podiatrists help people live more comfortably by providing treatment and care for foot and leg problems.
Policing 2026 personal statement guide
Show how you’ve got the right personality for the physical, emotional, and mental demands of a career in policing.
Politics 2026 personal statement guide
Why do you want to study politics? Write a personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic if you want admissions tutors to vote for you.
Positive careers discussions with Key Stages 3, 4, and 5
You don't have to be a careers adviser to have focused and helpful career conversations with students looking for guidance on their future.
Postgraduate Doctoral Loan
If you’re starting a full postgraduate Doctoral course, you could get a Postgraduate Doctoral Loan. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Postgraduate Master's Loan
If you’re starting a full-time or part-time taught or research master’s course, you could get a Postgraduate Master’s Loan. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Postgraduate open days and events
Attending postgraduate open days before applying will give you plenty of time to make a confident, informed decision about the course that best suits your learning style, and meets your career aspirations.
Postgraduate subject areas
Here, we provide in-depth information about the range of subject areas you can study at postgraduate level.
PR and communications 2026 personal statement guide
Communicate why you’re the best fit for a degree in PR and communications with a punchy, pertinent, and precise personal statement.
Predicted grades – what you need to know for entry this year
Guidance and support for advisers when predicting grades.
Preparing for a university open day
Considering university? Here's everything you need to know about going to an open day.
Preparing for your studies
We’ve put together a checklist for you, to make sure you’re ready to start your course and ten top tips for staying safe.