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As part of Post-16 Careers Week 2024, we hosted a series of Live Events to help students, parents and carers get the inside track from the Admissions Teams, Heads of Careers or College leaders from local sixth forms, colleges, training providers and even the hiring managers for apprenticeships at local businesses. In case you weren’t…
Post-16 Careers Week 2024 is a week-long virtual careers fair for Years 10 to 13 students to help you start conversations and spark ideas about what comes next after finishing secondary school and college. Designed to showcase the borough’s education and employment options from 16+, Stockport Council and Stockport Jobs Match bring you a host…
In recent years, the landscape of higher education has witnessed a revolutionary shift with the emergence of higher and degree apprenticeships. These innovative programs offer a unique blend of academic learning and on-the-job training, presenting a compelling alternative to traditional university routes. In this article, we will delve into what higher and degree apprenticeships entail,…
As you start to think about your future career, it’s important to explore what you’re good at and how the skills you’ve developed could help you prepare for further study or work. Without even realising, you are developing and demonstrating new skills every day. From planning what books or equipment you’ll need for your school…
Being asked to ‘sell yourself’ and demonstrate self-promotion is a daunting prospect for most students and young people. But Building confidence in your skills is important, not just for application forms and personal statements, but also when asked in-person to describe your skills during interviews for college, sixth form, apprenticeships or jobs. First you’ll need…
Starting a new chapter in your academic journey can be both thrilling and daunting. Moving up from secondary school to college or sixth form and later to university or HE college are significant milestones. This is your go-to guide for navigating these educational transitions, complete with insights on coping with change, build resilience, make friends,…
Are you struggling to find a permanent job, internship or voluntary position? Do you know what employers are looking for on your CV and during the interview process? In the current climate, competition amongst job applications is fierce. Beyond traditional certificates and qualifications, employers are looking for transferable skills and personality traits when deciding who…
Not sure how to go about accepting a job offer? We can help… Congratulations! You’ve got the job! After all your hard work in preparing for interviews and trying to impress, these are the words you’ve been waiting to hear. But what do you do next? You probably feel relieved, excited or maybe even surprised…
Your first day, week or month in a new job can be understandably nerve-wrecking. Even though it’s exciting to be starting your new job, there’s lots to learn too. It can be scary and a little stressful trying to make the right first impression with your boss and your co-workers. But don’t worry, we’ve got…
Worried about A-Level results day? Unsure what to expect or what to do? Here’s everything you need to know about getting your A-level results and uni offers. No matter what your results are, you have options available to you… Preparing for A-level results day Being prepared and organised on results day is super important if…
Creating a Career Pathway Plan will help you plan for your career goal(s) – including understanding the skills, experience and qualifications required to achieve them. As part of Post-16 Careers Week, we’ve created a series of tools to help young people identify and plan for their next steps after school or college. You can use…
Heading off to college or university? Starting work experience, volunteering or apprenticeship? Worried about getting through your studies or placement with little or zero income? You’re in the right place. Get help creating a budget for college, uni or starting employment. Financial worries can be a big stress when you’re taking your next steps and…
At some point during secondary school or college (or most likely both), you’ll be asked to create a CV (or curriculum vitae). Why? What’s a CV for? And why do you really need a School Leaver CV? You may ask yourself some of these questions and feel like a CV at this stage in your…
Careers guidance interviews are an impartial, one-to-one meeting between yourself and a professionally qualified careers adviser. Careers guidance interviews are not like a job interview – there are no right or wrong answers. What will be discussed During careers guidance interviews the careers adviser will help you to: The careers adviser will give you: How…
Greater Manchester Higher is a collaboration of higher education (HE) colleges and universities. We offer impartial information, advice and guidance about higher education. The partnership is part of the Uni Connect programme, delivering a nationally coordinated approach to working with schools, universities and colleges to help people access higher education. We aim to improve the…
On A-Level Results Day, hopefully you’ll get the exam grades you need. But if things don’t go to plan, don’t panic. Here’s what your options might look like… Heading off to University If you just miss out on the grades you need, your first option is to find out whether your university or college might…
Whether you’re coming to the end of college, sixth form, an apprenticeship or other training course, there’s plenty of options for what comes next at 18. For some, you might be looking to continue your studies and gain further qualifications (either because you need them for your dream job or because you’re not ready to…
In the journey toward higher education, understanding the UCAS points tariff system is crucial. Whether you’re considering A-Levels, T-Levels, BTECs, or NVQs, these points play a pivotal role in determining your eligibility for university admissions. This article will delve into what UCAS points are, how they’re calculated, why they matter, and how you can check…
As you journey through secondary school and college, you’re not just collecting grades and facts, but also building a set of skills that can shape your success in the years to come. While good grades are essential, they’re not the only thing that counts. Enter the Universal Skills Builder Framework – your secret weapon for…
Are you ready to embark on a journey toward higher education? One crucial aspect of your application process is your university personal statement. This definitive guide will walk you through crafting an impactful university personal statement showcasing your uniqueness, passion, and potential to thrive in the academic world. What is a personal statement? A university…
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