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Similarities and differences between school and the workplace

Congratulations – you’ve made it this far; not only have you smashed your exams, but you’ve also secured your dream apprenticeship! The first day nerves are starting to kick in, and you might be wondering to yourself, how... Read more

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How to use your summer to plan your future

In order to give you the best advice based on where you are in your decision making process, we have split this blog based on year groups. Find your year below and read about what you can be doing over the summer to prepare for your future. ... Read more

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How to apply to an apprenticeship that has a competency-based application process

A competency-based application for an apprenticeship or entry level career is a popular method of recruitment by governmental bodies including the civil service. They often don’t require a curriculum vitae (CV) uploaded with the application... Read more

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An introduction to roles in tech-sales

Hi everyone, Jamie here - welcome to my new blog! As part of my role as a Brand Ambassador at NGTU, I have decided to begin spreading the message about the massive ... Read more

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Prioritising work and meeting deadlines – 5 top tips

As an apprentice it can be difficult having to balance studying with your job. Picture this; you’ve had a busy day at work and you’re struggling to get on top of things. I am here to show a few of my top tips for prioritising your... Read more

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Key Excel Shortcuts

Why is excel important? From engineering to marketing, architecture to law; I can guarantee that at some point your company will ask you to use excel so here are some quick tips! ... Read more

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10 tips to help you when starting out your career

Work, work, work... No, I’m not quoting Rihanna. I’m talking about starting out your career. As an apprentice who started their first proper job at 18 for a global company, it’s fair to say that the transition from school to the... Read more

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How we’re making a difference for our neurodiverse learners

In recent times, we’ve invested more of our time in providing extra support for neurodiverse learners. This blog details how we are doing that. ... Read more

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Is University worth it?

We are asked this question a lot and, to be honest, there isn’t a “one size fits all” answer. Whether or not university is “worth it” for you depends on lots of factors. Among many, these factors include; what you are... Read more

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Ten Top Tips on Apprenticeship Applications and Assessment Centres

1. Preparation - Ensure that you have prepared for the Assessment Centre. Conduct thorough research about the employer. You may want to include things such as the following : history of the firm, its specialities and products, their ideas around... Read more

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