Resources
For information on resources for current A Level/BTEC courses please see book list at bottom of page.
Useful Websites
Higher Education
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HE open days |
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information and advice on all stages of education |
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independent guide, league tables |
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official information on HE courses and how to apply |
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what to study, where to go and how to get there |
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university reviews and information |
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| In official partnership with the Royal Society of Medicine, used by over one million aspiring medics and advisors | |
| Free guides and events for aspiring lawyers, created by industry professionals in collaboration with leading law firms | |
| www.grantfairy.com | Grant Fairy is a mobile app which matches students with thousands of scholarships, bursaries and grants to help pay university tuition fees and reduce student loans. |
| www.informedchoices.ac.uk/ | Allows students to find out how subject choices at A level (or equivalent) can have an impact on their university choices – in an interactive way |
Apprenticeships/Employment
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apprenticeships explained, info & advice. See parent information booklet at bottom of page |
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national apprenticeship service |
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jobs, applications, CVs and courses |
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find a job with universal job match |
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independent guide to benefits and services, CV advice and jobs searching |
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NHS careers and training |
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| the one stop site for apprenticeships, gap years, distance learning and jobs | |
| www.etrust.org.uk/yini-register |
YINI is a not-for-profit organisation offering School Leavers a free resource when searching for a year out paid placement following completion of their A levels or equivalent. |
Study and Work Abroad
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travelling, jobs, volunteering |
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research and plan adventures |
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work and study abroad |
Finance
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financial support for HE students |
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budgeting and managing money |
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deals and discounts |
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student loans company |
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advice on finance and budgeting |
