Personal Development
A page for university, apprenticeship or employment information:
Unifrog - this is a very useful application for students are given access to. They are able to explore and compare universities or national apprenticeships. The apprenticeships are updated every 24 hours and new ones are coming available every day. There are also tools available to support personal statements and CVs as well as a place to store vital information including competencies, activities and meetings. We also encourage parents to take a look!
UCAS – the UCAS website is full of information for students who are considering university as their next steps - from their initial registration, through to university and course choices and advice on writing their personal statement.
Universities either use a points tariff or the ABC system when making their offers to students. Based on their predicted academic grades, students are also able to work out if they are eligible. Click here to find out how the UCAS tariff system works
University Entry Exams:
If students are required to take a university entry exam, they should register with the exams office at the beginning of September.
Student Finance:
Finance English - student finance presentation
APRRENTICESHIPS
Click on the image below to access the National Careers Service E-Pack
Are you thinking about an apprenticeship? There are all types of apprenticeships available, nationally as well as locally. These can be hands-on vocational subjects up to degree level apprenticeships. Here are some links to help you:
Bedford College for local apprenticeships
Here is the link to The National Apprenticeship Show website
Are you looking for work? Here is the link to the Job Shows – held annually in London or Milton Keynes
Here is the link to the government apprenticeship website
The Student Ladder - information on work experience placements, graduate schemes, apprenticeships and job opportunities
Other websites to help you with apprenticeships, internships, interviews and further study are: https://www.allaboutschoolleavers.co.uk/
University Compare website: https://universitycompare.com/
A comprehensive university comparison site, offering students resources, tools, student discounts and university stats and rankings.
Clearing website: https://clearing.co.uk/
A website which tells you everything you need to know about Clearing and Adjustment and offers an app which allows you to speak to universities directly.
Uni Compare app: http://onelink.to/unicompare
Download the Uni Compare app and see our service in action. Works for all smartphones.
Course search: https://universitycompare.com/courses/
Our unique course search allows you to see all of the different courses available for students and lets you instantly see the best course for you!