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Finding work after you graduate

As an international student, the process of getting work might be different to what you’re used to at home. There are additional rules and limitations that overseas students need to bear in mind to comply with the conditions of your visa while working.

Career goals: Nurse

Nurse Ewout talks switching paths to enter nursing, the different opportunities it can afford you, the profession's changing image, and more.

How to become a social worker

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.

UCAS Reports

Over the past four years, UCAS has released these high-impact reports that shone a light on pertinent issues in education and skills.

Disabled students: Researching your choices

Our best advice: start your research early. Alongside your research into courses and universities, you may also need to take your individual support needs into account when making your choices.

Scholarships, grants, and bursaries: Widening participation

Widening participation aims to support and encourage students whose personal circumstances put them at a disadvantage when pursuing higher education. Universities and colleges offer dedicated scholarships, grants, and bursaries as part of this.

How to become a counsellor

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

Mental health nurse

Mental health nurses build trusting relationships with their patients and provide vital support to people experiencing mental health problems, so they can lead happy and healthy lives.

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.

Subject tasters

Try university degrees before you apply. Subject Spotlights from Springpod give you a taste of what it's like to study real subjects delivered by university lecturers and developed in partnership with the universities

Why I knew I wanted to do an apprenticeship

We spoke to Hannah Rashidi, a Chartered Management Degree Apprentice at BT who knew she wanted to do an apprenticeship since secondary school. Here, she talks about how she made the decision, making friends, and her advice to future apprentices.

Adjusting to the UK as an international student

While studying overseas is a unique and exciting experience, it’s also normal to feel anxious about living in a new culture and organising a lot of different things. This guide runs through everything you need to know about adjusting to life as a student in the UK so you can focus on enjoying the amazing experience that lies ahead.

Adult nurse

Adult nurses are expert members of a medical team. They plan and deliver vital treatment for a wide range of patients with different needs and conditions.