What does the Journey to a Million mean for the qualifications of young people?
Bill Watkin, Chief Executive, Sixth Form Colleges Association (SFCA)
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What does the Journey to a Million mean for the qualifications of young people?
Bill Watkin, Chief Executive, Sixth Form Colleges Association (SFCA)
Personal statement advice: history
Writing a personal statement for history? We asked admissions tutors what they're looking for – and it's all down to demonstrating your interest over and above the syllabus.
History of art personal statement guide
Give admissions tutors an insight into why you want to study this subject with examples of art, exhibitions, and architecture you enjoy.
History personal statement guide
A great history personal statement is all about selecting examples and experiences that help to demonstrate your love of the subject. Show admissions tutors your unique interest in this subject over and above the syllabus.
A student's guide to Nottingham
Nottingham packs a punch when it comes to dining, shopping, nightlife, sport, and culture. But the city isn’t just about the new – it is steeped in history...
Career goals: Press officer
If a company or brand does something significant in the world but no one hears it, did it really happen?
Classics personal statement guide
Communicate clearly why you’d love to immerse yourself in the worlds of ancient Greece and Rome.
A student's guide to London
London’s diversity and rapidity will challenge and excite you in equal amounts.
Applying for a healthcare apprenticeship
Are you interested in a career in healthcare? Whether you're looking at frontline dentistry, nursing, or a behind the scenes in the lab with science and medicine - an apprenticeship can help you get there, bringing practical experience together with academic qualifications, it could be the pathway for you.
Archaeology personal statement guide
Dig deep into what fascinates you about archaeology and what you hope to discover on a course like this.
Civil engineering personal statement guide
Build a strong and sturdy personal statement, with details of your interest in civil engineering alongside relevant facts about you.
Computer science personal statement guide
We asked computer science admissions tutors to share their dos and don'ts for writing a strong and engaging computer science personal statement. Show your passion for tech and the impact you can have in this exciting and ever-expanding area.
Education personal statement guide
Go beyond teaching in your education personal statement, to really explain your passion and interest in how we learn, the role of education today, and how we can shape learning environments.
GCSE choices: Practical ways to guide students
Advising Year 9s on GCSE options? Use our advice to make sure their choices are suited to their learning style and ability, and fit in with their future aspirations.
How to become a police officer
Dealing with criminals on a daily basis, unsociable hours, and dangerous scenarios – becoming a police officer is genuinely challenging, but that’s also what can make it so rewarding.
How to write a CV
Your CV is an essential part of getting a job. It’s the first thing an employer or a recruiter will see of you, so you want to make a good impression.
Languages personal statement guide
Applying for French, Spanish, German, Mandarin or another language or combined languages degree? Read on for some expert pointers from admissions tutors.