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Joy Elliott-Bowman, Director of Policy and Development, Independent Higher Education (IHE)

This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges. Here, we outline common challenges for students who participated in widening participation (WP) and outreach activities, and share examples of good practice being done around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education.

Jennifer Coupland, Chief Executive Officer, Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

Heather Cousins, Deputy Secretary, Skills and Education Group in the Department for the Economy examines what increased competition means for student progression in Northern Ireland.

For disabled students and those with special educational needs, there may be additional factors to take into account as they plan their future career pathways.

Are you eager to take on a career in engineering? Engineering apprenticeships offer students at all levels the opportunity to acquire hands-on skills and real-world experience while on the path towards becoming a qualified engineer. In this guide, we'll take you through the process of applying for an engineering apprenticeship, including invaluable advice from employers on what they seek in an apprentice.

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

The combination of patient care, medical knowledge, driving skills and an ever-changing working day makes being a paramedic a very popular career choice.

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.

Intermediate apprenticeships are available in England, and are equivalent to GCSE standard, although an apprenticeship is a different type of learning.

What do you need to do before you start your programme?

What skills are employers looking for and why are they important?