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Balancing work and study

As long as it doesn’t take up too much study time, finding a part-time job is a great way to gain more money, less debt, and new skills for your CV.

Foundation degrees

Foundation degrees combine academic and workplace skills. Find out how they work, how much they cost, and how to get a place.

How and where to study

There are many ways you can study, with different work combinations and locations, including distance or work-based learning, and more.

Mature undergraduate students

Every year, thousands of mature students go to university or college. It's a great chance to develop new skills and career options – at any age.

Choosing where to study or train

After GCSEs/National 5s, you could stay in school, go to a sixth form college, go to a further education (FE) college, or join a work-based training provider.

A levels

Facts about A levels: recent changes, subjects and grades, who they are for and what you can do afterwards.

BTEC diplomas

Facts about BTEC diplomas: who they are for, the different types, how they are taught, what you need to get on one, and what you can do afterwards.

Cambridge Technicals

Facts about Cambridge Technicals: who they are for and what subjects are available.

Gap years

Gap years can be used to enhance your CV, travel, learn new skills, and much more. Find out more and get some inspiration here.

Getting started

Thinking about options after GCSEs or Nationals? Find ideas to help you start your job or career plan.

How you can help

Information on qualifications, apprenticeships, and study programmes – to help parents and carers support their child in choosing what to do next.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Facts about the International Baccalaureate: find out what's involved in studying the diploma programme and the career-related certificate.

International students

Discover everything you need to know as an international student planning to come to the UK. Whether you're coming for the first time, returning for postgraduate, or are still waiting to make a decision, our guidance below can help you prepare as best you can for life in the UK.

Open events

Open days give the perfect opportunity to find out more about your preferred course. Read our top tips to get the most from the day.

Postgraduate fees and funding

Postgraduate fees can vary a lot, and funding isn’t always straightforward. Here's the info you need, including funding options, and where to find support.

Postgraduate loans

Find out if you're eligible for the new postgraduate loan, and how to apply.

T Levels

Facts about T Levels: what's involved in studying them, how they are assessed, and how long they take to complete.

Thinking about university?

Check out uni course entry requirements now, to see how the subjects and qualifications you choose now will affect the courses open to you later.