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Why you need a reference, who to choose as a referee, and how to add it to your application.

Pat Carvalho, Principal, Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMET).

The Turing Scheme has been launched to replace the Erasmus+ programme, which the UK is no longer participating in having left the EU.

Wondering what it’s really like to study at university? From taster days to student experiences and sample lectures, find out how you can get a flavour of university life – and if it’s the right next step for you.

Instead of taking A levels after school, Santina started her Level 3 apprenticeship at civil engineering company, Arup, aged 16. Here she speaks about her experience, including why she chose an apprenticeship, what makes a good apprentice, and how she manages working and studying at the same time.

View the questions and answers about the UCAS process from our online International Teachers' and Advisers' Conference.

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

The competition is tough for aspiring vets – so along with good grades, you'll need an impressive personal statement that sets you apart from the crowd. Here's how to do it.

The following guidance is for completing undergraduate references for applicants who are linked to a UCAS registered centre.

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.

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Engineering admissions tutors explain why you'll need a 'personal', 'relevant' and 'reflective' personal statement if you want to tick all the right boxes.

Understand the different reference processes and terminology for independent, centre-linked, and reference-only applicants.

Facts about supported internships: who's eligible, how the study programme works, and who to contact for more information.

Geoff Barton, General Secretary, The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)

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.

Taking the first steps out of school and into higher education is an exciting time in many students’ journeys. But school leavers can’t make key decisions about their future without understanding the full range of choices and opportunities available – and importantly, how to access them.