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Guidance, Resources and Useful Links

Whether you are looking to study at university or college, go into full-time employment or start a full-time apprenticeship, we have information on this page to help you take your next step.

The websites below offer a variety of information, advice on guidance to help make a decision on learning, training and work to help you achieve your dream careers.

 

www.nationalcareers.service.gov.uk

www.allaboutschoolleavers.co.uk

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Click on the links below to explore a range of careers and find out more about working in the different industries.   

 

www.icould.com

www.youtube.com/explorecareers

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There are a number of colleges within the area that offer a wide range of courses. Click on the links below to view just a few.

www.bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk

www.northamptoncollege.ac.uk

www.moulton.ac.uk

www.stamford.ac.uk

Apprenticeships combine work with study. During an apprenticeship you will work for a company whilst also attending college/university to study a related subject. The course usually takes 1-4 years, and you can expect to spend 80% of the time at work and 20% studying. You will finish with either an NVQ, BTEC or Degree qualification (depending on the level you applied for – Intermediate, Advanced, Higher or Degree Apprenticeship). Click on the links below to find out more about apprenticeships, how they work and search for available opportunities.

www.amazingapprenticeships.com

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk

If you are interested or are applying to studying a degree at university and need information about applying, funding and more. 

 

www.theuniguide.co.uk

www.ucas.com

www.whatuni.com

www.gov.uk/student-finance

www.discoveruni.gov.uk

www.aspire-higher.co.uk

If you're not going to university. Click on the link below to find apprenticeships, college courses or work experience to start building your future.

www.notgoingtouni.co.uk

The UK’s national volunteering database. There are over 1 million volunteering opportunities, which make it easy for anyone to volunteer in their community.

www.northamptonshire.gov.uk/councilservices

www.wearencs.com

www.northamptonshiresport.org

www.doit.foundation