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not sure whether to go to uni
Hello, I'm Jay. At the moment, I am slowly sorting out University paperwork and such, but i'm still not sure whether to go. The main thing that worries me is my ability to succeed on the coarse. At college, I found that A Level courses... Read More- helping my son decide what to do next
I am helping my son decide what to do next. After strong science / maths A level results, he got a place at Uni, but has failed his second year. Rather than re-take, he wants a change from full time study, and he wants to look at a... Read More - like to go travelling can you help me?
I've recently just finished my AS exams and I don't think I am going to be returning to 6th form next year because I feel like I don't benefit fully from sitting in a classroom to learn. I would really like to be able to travel somewhere... Read More - not sure about what to do next...
Hiya, I'm 21 years old and currently working full time as an Assistant Restaurant Manager, but am taking some time out to go traveling. I never went to uni and i didn't really want to. I'm not really happy with my line of work at the... Read More
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Higher Apprenticeship in Public Relations
Introduction to the Higher Apprenticeship in Public Relations Who is this apprenticeship designed for? One of the charges often laid against PR degrees is that, although they provide the underpinning knowledge and understanding of PR, they fail to provide graduates with real...
Read MoreApprenticeships are a way of combining working with studying about a job. In most cases a student would work in a firm doing a particular job, but also go to college to study the subject as well. Over a period of between one and three years apprenticeships allow you to combine...
Read MoreWith sponsored courses the arrangement is typically that you would work with the company during holidays or for part of the week and study at university for a course related to your work for the rest of the time. It's much the same way that apprenticeships work but you end...
Read MoreStop press. There's no need to go out an buy a 'how-to-survive-uni-without-the-debt' book or work every waking hour of the day to fund university, we've found ways you can study a degree completely free and come out the other end without the need to get into debt...
Read MoreThe NHS offers a huge range of exciting and challenging opportunities for people who are passionate about making a difference. With over 1.3 million employees and more than 350 different careers on offer, there is a job for you no matter what your interests, skills or qualifications....
Read MoreNo matter what you want to do in life, getting the right skills can open up new opportunities. Improving your skills is a great way to use your time and increases your chances of finding work. Learning doesn't have to stop once you land your first job either. One of the...
Read MoreGuides in this series: Who advises about higher education options? Making choices about higher education Higher education qualifications Funding options for higher education study Foundation degrees: a brief guide Foundation degrees: the benefits How do Foundation degrees...
Read Morefdf has commissioned a range of research reports which can be downloaded from the link below. The benefits of Foundation degrees for employers and learners summarised in the report: The impact of foundation degrees on the workplace and students (PDF): a summary of research...
Read MoreMaking choices for higher education
1. What is higher education (HE)? HE is the term used for any study that leads to qualifications at Level four or above, such as degrees, Foundation degrees, Higher National Diplomas, NVQs Level 4 and 5 and other professional qualifications. This type of learning often takes place...
Read MoreCity and Guilds are one of the most established and well-respected names in education and qualifications. What is City and Guilds? The City and; Guilds of London Institute (City and Guilds) is a UK examining and accreditation body for vocational, managerial and engineering...
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