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Timeline

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The university launches a new digital careers

In a League of Their Own

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If you think studying at a Russell Group

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university is your only option, think again

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News

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to be resilient to help them navigate life

Chapter Three: Student Finance Plan your Funding

Degree Apprenticeships

The ins and outs of applying for loans

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Chapter Four: Uni Life Find the Perfect Student Pad

How to apply for a degree apprenticeship

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Home and Away

Chapter One: Choosing a Course What to Study and Where

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Earn While You Learn

We take a look at degrees in teaching, prop

Tips on hunting for student accommodation What it’s like to be a commuter student

Student Banking

A Day in the Life of...

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Olivia McNeill, a PR account manager

8 Life Skills to Learn at Uni From sewing on a button to unblocking a

Applying to Medical School

H is for Happiness

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Our guide on what to say and how to say it

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What does it take to apply for a degree in

Katie Hughes investigates the new alternative

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Personal Statement

Our pick of the top school and university news Sir Anthony Seldon on teaching young people

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Behind the Scenes at Surrey

Key dates for your diary

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My Uni, My Career Graduate success stories

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Uni Memories A degree from BIMM Brighton has led to a career under the spotlight for this alumna

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Could a student bank account save you cash?

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Chapter Two: Applying to Uni Our Guide to Open Days What to look out for when visiting your shortlist of universities

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TIMELINE What to expect from your essential guide to all things university – and beyond!

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1. CHOOSING A COURSE

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Every journey starts with a first step, and yours is to decide what you want to study and where! If you haven’t quite made your mind up, in Chapter One, you’ll find course outlines and case studies to help you select the path that fits your skills and interests. This will hopefully lead to your dream career.

You have your shortlist, so now it’s time to start knocking on doors.

Chapter Two includes a personal statement checklist and tips on what to look out for on an Open Day. You can also find a step-by-step guide to applying for a degree in medicine – it’s not exactly brain surgery, but it’s no walk in the park, either!

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3. STUDENT FINANCE

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Studying for a degree can be expensive – tuition fees have to be paid for and living costs need to be covered (including rent and utility bills). In Chapter Three, we speak to Student Finance England to find out how to apply for loans to finance your studies, student accommodation and personal needs.

Your life as a student doesn’t just revolve around your course (though that part is still pretty important).

From finding somewhere to live, to budgeting, to ensuring you know how to wash and iron your own clothes, Chapter Four has all the advice and information you need to begin your university adventure!

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If you think studying at a Russell Group university is the best option, think again. In our opening article, In A League of Their Own, page 8, we look at the many other high-ranking universities that offer outstanding courses, student experience and employability rates.

This autumn, hundreds of school leavers will start their university lives without the millstone of student debt hanging round their necks. As degree apprentices, they will study fee free while being paid a salary at some of the country’s top blue chip employers – read Degree Apprenticeships, page 19.

Have a look at our handy timeline Earn While you Learn, page 22, if you’re thinking of applying and to find out the key dates.

Did you know that five new medical schools are being created? Thanks to the Government’s expansion of training places, Sunderland, Lancashire, Lincoln, Canterbury and Chelmsford are all to benefit from shiny new medical schools over the next three years. With places at existing schools also increasing by 25%, our piece on How to Apply to Medical School, page 44, could not be more timely!

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Right, the city of Bath is a UNESCO world heritage site

universities to their students as representing quality. Some are not even clear who is in the Russell Group. For instance, universities like Bath are often considered to be Russell Group but aren’t!”

Bath, along with St Andrews, are indeed often mistaken for members of the Russell Group because of their high performance across the board in various league tables.

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lowly sneaking up on the heels of that longheralded marker of school academic prowess – how many pupils get into Oxbridge – has been a relatively new statistic: rather, how many Russell Group successes a school has.

Although it was formed way back in 1994 as a way to represent its members’ interests in the wider world, in the last few years the words “Russell Group” seem to have passed into the common parlance of teachers, parents and students as synonymous with the best universities.

And yet the Russell Group was never intended to be a singular marker of university excellence, even though its current 24 members undoubtedly include many of the UK’s elite universities.

So are schools doing their students a disservice by promoting the Russell Group universities as they do, because it gives the impression that not being Russell Group is somehow inferior?

Professor Katie Normington, Senior Vice Principal of Royal Holloway College at the University of London, which has just been named in the top 20 for teaching (TEF) and research (REF) in the UK, believes that some of the schools who promote the excellence of Russell Group universities may not even be clear about who is in it and what it stands for.

She says: “I think schools don’t know properly what Russell Group stands for, and yet they are promoting Russell Group

Professor Normington is adamant that many non-Russell Group universities like Royal Holloway offer better student experience and courses for a number of reasons, often including size and curriculum.

She says: “We are mid-size which is a strength. Instead of 600 new students a year, we have 200 and we get to know our students. It allows support, both academically – we have a new personal tutor system – and pastorally – we have really good mental health support. We are very aware that the moment young people leave home, there can be reactions to that and to a new environment.”

Many of the best universities for many courses are also frequently found outside the Russell Group. At the University of Bradford, its occupational therapy course is ranked second in the UK in The Complete University Guide League Tables 2018.

Occupational Therapy Lecturer and Admissions Tutor Pam Toothill believes that students who take time to research the course choose it because of its reputation.

She says: “We are ranked second in the UK, and our students have told us that ▶

A self-selected group

In fact, the original grouping of Russell Group universities was entirely selfselected. Many others have since chosen not to be members or there are practical reasons why they do not seek to join.

Membership is clearly no bar to success, as many of them regularly feature in the lists of leading universities in the country for academic results, student satisfaction and for courses.

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this is a key factor throughout their decision-making process.”

Size is also an advantage at Bradford, enabling the team to ensure a wide-ranging curriculum with outstanding career prospects – 90% of last year’s occupational therapy graduates are now working.

Research is key

At Leicester, where the top 30 student courses include highly-sought after ones, such as medicine and law, millions have just been spent on a state-of-the-art £42 million new medical centre, the biggest investment in medical education and applied research in the UK for a decade.

Student Recruitment Manager Elliot Newstead has said that he believed students were now spending more time researching courses, but often fell down on visiting them: “I do find it surprising that there’s still a fair number of students I speak to at our applicant visit days who haven’t attended an open day so are applying ‘blind’.

Personally, I would say visiting potential universities before applying is essential, as there’s nothing that can quite replace the research one can do during an open day.”

At Royal Holloway, Professor Normington believes students must look hard at the courses they are interested in and the content of that course at different institutions.

She says: “Just take a course like geography – the choice of modules on offer really ranges at different institutions.”

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Normington believes non-Russell Group universities often need to work harder to distinguish themselves, but that this often leads to cutting-edge curriculums.

Cutting-edge curriculums

She urges students: “Look carefully for a course that will challenge and stretch you.

It is not always the universities with the long traditions that make sure their curriculums are up-to-date.”

“At Royal Holloway, some of our most popular courses include psychology, geography and music. Our psychology department is outstanding in the research field, and we have a really vibrant staff who offer a really good experience for the cohort and student support.”

Meanwhile, the University of Bath can boast some of the most ground-breaking courses in the country, and believes this has helped to secure its reputation as one of the leading universities in the UK. Mike Nicholson, Director of Student Recruitment and Admissions, thinks that this helps to ensure they do not lose out to Russell Group universities on rival courses.

He says: “We are not ultimately losing out – our reputation is recognised, and many of our courses rank highly in the league tables.

Our overall university rankings are also high. This is a big attraction for students, because so many now quite rightly think about their future employment prospects when applying.”

Above, enjoying campus life at the University of Leicester.

Below, the University of Bradford

The university has a plethora of courses that regularly top the rankings for graduate career prospects, including architecture and civil engineering, psychology, business administration/management and computer science.

David Howells, Head of Undergraduate Admissions at Bath, says: “There are some areas where universities offer subjects that look similar on the surface but are actually quite different – sport and exercise science degrees would be an example.”

Elliot Newstead at Leicester agrees that course selection was crucial: “I would always advise course, or at least subject area if not specific course, first. ” And what of any elitism barriers which exist in the mind’s eye of schools and the wider world? Mike Nicholson from the University of Bath has some useful advice: “At Bath, the hope is that students will break down any Russell Group barrier if they look at the wider rankings for universities and at what suits them.”

Meanwhile Elliot Newstead at Leicester urged schools to stop using Russell Group as a measure. He says: “I do think that successful non-RG institutions can offer students a wonderful experience with outstanding career outcomes.

Professor Normington at Royal Holloway agrees: “Students here graduate with a University of London degree just as they would at some of our Russell Group colleagues within the university. It doesn’t measure quality.”

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APPLE REVEALS CHEAPER IPAD FOR STUDENTS

Apple has revealed a new iPad at an educationfocused event in Chicago, as the company seeks to push more of its technology into the classroom.

The new iPad, which starts at £319 in the UK, will follow on from its current range of 9.7-inch models, but with additional compatibility for its Apple Pencil stylus, which can be used for notetaking and annotation. At the launch event, Apple showcased its work in education, representing a fightback against its rival Google, which has focused on the budget education market with its range of cheap and secure Chromebooks for schools.

Apple had been market leaders in education devices until 2013, but Google has come to dominate the US education space, with cheap laptops running on Google’s ChromeOS.

TOP UK UNIVERSITIES LEAD THE WAY IN WORLD RANKINGS The eighth edition of the QS World University Rankings was released in February, providing students with a comparative guide to university performance across 48 different subjects and five subject groups. The UK’s universities took 10 number-one spots (despite an uncertain post-Brexit future) – two more than last year – and the University of Cambridge placed first in more subjects than any other institution, also stealing the top spot for anthropology from Harvard. The Royal College for Art placed first for art and design, while the University of Sheffield was awarded the number one spot for library and information management.

Elsewhere in the world, India’s performance has deteriorated slightly, and the rate of improvement has also slowed in China.

Ben Sower, Research Director at QS, said: “For perhaps the first year since we began this research project, we see the improvement of Asian nations decelerate somewhat... The results demonstrate the difficulties facing any institution aiming to reach world-class research performance standards.”

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ON THE HOOF New travel app HOOF has launched, which allows you to easily log your travels, share your experiences and manage who sees where you are, giving users absolute control of who can view their check-ins and posts. It also helps you keep in touch with friends and family, and enables you to connect with those you meet along the way. Check in and store your travel experiences and photos into easily manageable folders, which can be shared with chosen groups or individuals. Visit thehoofapp.com

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WHAT AN ACHIEVEMENT! [Oundle School, Northamptonshire]

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Regent’s University London has announced the launch of The Robert McKee International Screenwriting Scholarship.

The award, named after the famous writer (pictured above) is worth £7,000 per year and will be offered to one student on the BA Screenwriting & Producing programme. Another award, worth £3,000, will also be given to one student each year on the MA Writing for Screen & Stage programme.

Two Oundle School pupils, Alfie Dobson (16) and Hugh Ralli (16), have each been awarded an Arkwright Engineering Scholarship, which identifies them among the country’s future leaders in engineering and design. The boys were selected during an assessment process, which looked at their academic, practical and leadership skills in STEM. The annual financial accolades are awarded to each scholar and their school, as well as activities such as industry visits, which help students grasp engineering in a real-world context.

49% YOU’RE HIRED! [Glasgow Caledonian University] Business and marketing students at Glasgow Caledonian University are going head-tohead in a seven-week challenge to see who can sell the most Big Issue magazines. They each started with five free copies, but then just like regular Big Issue vendors, they have had to buy any further copies for £1.25 and sell them for £2.50. The three teams are competing for an internship with event sponsor Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Team leader Eve Parker said: “We’re hoping that if people know about the magazine and what the company does, they will buy a copy!”

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of young people in England are now entering higher education, with more than 27% of all 18-year-olds going on to university straight after leaving school. This is the highest level since £9,000 tuition fees were introduced in 2012. Universities Minister Jo Johnson has said these new figures are “evidence that the Government’s efforts to widen participation are working.”

NEW MEDICAL SCHOOLS GIVEN THE ALL-CLEAR [England] Five new medical schools are to be created in England as part of the Government’s expansion of training places. The schools will open in Sunderland, Lancashire, Lincoln, Canterbury and Chelmsford over the next three years. Places at existing schools are also being increased by 25%, which means that by 2020, there will be 1,500 students in each year.

Overall 90% of the places will be outside London, with 630 of the 1,500 places seeing enrolment by students this September. See p44 for advice on how to apply to medical school.

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H IS FOR HAPPINESS We don’t have to be victims to unwanted states of mind, we have a choice over how we feel, says Anthony Seldon

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he call I most dreaded as a Headteacher, but which thankfully never came, was to be told that one of my pupils had taken their life. Sadly, the news far too often is that a child has done this.

For a parent to lose a child is terrible, but if it is to suicide, it is worse still. The most worrying aspect for parents is that sometimes after the event has occurred, they reflect that they had no warning that their child might do such a desperate thing.

I can still remember the shock in my first term at university when an 18-year-old took their life. It was devastating for all of us. No one spoke to us about it; it was all hushed up and we were supposed to go on with our lives as if it had not happened.

The vast majority of young people who have passing suicidal thoughts do not of

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course act on them. Sometimes this is by chance, other times the intervention of a friend of family at a critical moment. Our actions really do matter more than we might like to think.

It was my concern about depression among young people that led me to take an interest in mental health. I always wanted to know why people were suffering and what could be done to help them.

Several of my friends at university and after developed anorexia. I would go to see them in hospital but never quite knew what to say. As a teacher, I would always be very sensitised to the unhappy child, who was often the disruptive one, or the one who rarely said anything. I would try to spend time with them and get them to talk but quite to what end beyond human contact I was never sure.

In 2005, I was appointed to Wellington College in Berkshire. Before I took up the

Above, young people can be taught resilience skills to help them cope with adversity

post, I was invited to give a series of presentations to respective parents about what I might do with the school. One of them asked me how I most wanted their child to turn out if they were to join the school under me. Without particularly thinking about the answer, I blurted out “I’d like them to be happy.”

I thought no more about it until someone came up to me and asked if I knew that there was an academic field on happiness called positive psychology. I had never heard of it and thought it sounded a bit cranky, but didn’t say so because the lady was the head of PR at Wellington. I just smiled and let it pass.

In my first year, she kept returning to the subject and I learnt that it was very much the brainchild of an American professor based at the University of Pennsylvania called Martin Seligman.

After a lifetime in academic psychology specialising in depression, Seligman began to realise that we have some freedom over how we feel, and that we don’t have to be victims to depression. We have ethicacy, ie, some freedom that allows us to be what we want to be, rather than victims to unwanted states of mind.

Twenty years ago, Seligman was elected President of the American Psychological Association, and he based his work in that post around the development of the field of positive psychology, which is learning about the actions that we can all take to lead happier and fulfilled lives.

He made me realise that schoolchildren can be taught to develop resilience, which allows them to cope with adversity better and gives them an enhanced ability of leading happy lives. So in 2006, we started teaching happiness at Wellington.

Ten and more years on, there is more acceptance that schools have a duty to help their pupils develop character traits which will help them negotiate life successfully.

Maths, science and history are all important, but a good school should be doing more than just teaching curriculum.

To find out more, visit Action For Happiness, actionforhappiness.org and International Positive Education Network, ipen-network.com

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DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS They give aspirational school-leavers the chance to “earn while they learn”. But are they worth considering as an alternative to other higher education options? Katie Hughes finds out...

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his autumn, hundreds of recent schoolleavers will start their university lives free from the millstone of student debt.

As “degree apprentices”, they will study for fee-free bachelor’s or master’s degrees while being paid a salary and getting “on-the-job” experience from blue-chip employers like Airbus, RollsRoyce, Barclays and Jaguar Land Rover. And all being well, they will be offered permanent job contracts once they have finished their studies.

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Above, Rolls Royce will pay apprentices while they study for a degree

Degree apprenticeships are only a recent addition to the higher education offering, but they are creating a stir. Barnaby Lenon, Chair of the Independent Schools Council isn’t the only one who thinks “schools need to keep an eye” on them “as an alternative to the traditional route into higher education”.

A higher education revolution?

One independent school keeping a very close eye on degree apprenticeships is Wellington College in Berkshire, which held the UK’s first conference

dedicated to the scheme last year – it’s now to become an annual event at the school.

Julian Thomas, Master of Wellington College, sees the new apprenticeships as a significant third option for aspirational school-leavers, who have long been limited to the binary choice between traditional degree or workplace.

Thomas thinks that the trebling of tuition fees in 2012 caused “a sense of greater questioning whether or not (conventional) university is the right route for everyone”, and says of degree apprenticeships that “it feels to me like the blue touch paper is being lit on what could be a higher education revolution.” ▶ SPRING 2018 | THE GOOD UNIVERSITIES GUIDE | 19

From aerospace to banking, there are dozens of subjects available

Terry Scuoler, former Chief Executive of the manufacturers’ organisation EEF, also welcomes this shake-up of post-school options. He says, “There has been a noticeable gap in higher-level provision that combines both vocational and academic learning, and degree apprenticeships are the opportunity to fill this gap.”

Other organisations are similarly positive: not least the 60-odd universities (Russell Group among them) and higher education institutions who are now partnering with high-profile organisations to offer degree apprenticeships.

There are dozens of subjects available to students; from aerospace and automotive engineering, to banking, chartered surveying, accountancy and more. “The number of subjects and companies on offer will certainly grow,” says Barnaby Lenon, of the Independent Schools Council. “And the expectation is that it will grow quite quickly.”

The right skillset

Former Prime Minister David Cameron launched degree apprenticeships with the promise that they would “give people a great head start”, in no small part because they are co-designed by employers to teach apprentices work-specific skills.

“Now, more than ever, employers want graduates who come with the right skills, ready for the workplace,” said Dr Wendy Piatt, Director General of the Russell Group when degree apprenticeships were launched. This resonates with recent UCAS findings that retention rates for apprentices can exceed 80%.

PwC (like many companies) knows this only too well. It recently partnered with the Universities of Birmingham and Leeds, and Queen’s University Belfast, to address the shortfall of graduate recruits with digital skills. The result is a new technology degree apprenticeship that will soon see high-achieving students (with at least three

THE DEGREE APPRENTICE The retention rates of apprentices can be as high as 80%

Airbus are keen to employ graduates with the right skills

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“I wanted an alternative to university, but to still be able to gain a degree,” says 21-year-old Holly Brazier, a former pupil at Reed’s School, Surrey.

After embarking on a four-year degree apprenticeship, Holly is now paid to work in Goldman Sachs’ Investment Banking division, while also studying for a fee-free digital technology solutions degree at Queen Mary University, London.

In a typical week, Holly spends Mondays and Tuesdays in lectures, peer-assisted study slots and lab sessions at Queen Mary’s. The other days are spent at Goldman Sachs, where she helps to create and maintain key technology for the company’s bankers.

“Seeing how my learning can transfer to live projects that affect

the company is a great advantage,” says Holly. She also receives mentoring from experienced professionals – “something you wouldn’t get on a full-time university degree.”

Holly admits it can be “a challenge to balance responsibilities,” and says, “it is so important to plan, prioritise and prepare for both study and work tasks.”

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Bs at A-Level, or equivalent) mixing uni life with work-based technology projects.

PwC’s Chairman and Senior Partner, Kevin Ellis (pictured below), sees this as “an exciting new way for us to start to grow the future of the UK’s technology industry at a much earlier stage and to open up these careers to a wider range of students.”

A good fit?

“If you know you want to be a management consultant, you can go to a good firm like KPMG and they will pay for you to go to university,” says Barnaby Lenon.

This should mean you can bypass the £44,000 debt that saddles the average graduate embarking on post-university life (an Institute of Fiscal Studies figure). But earning and learning at the same time is hard work, and that can deter a would-be degree apprentice. “You need to be a self-starter, to be diligent and to have a real interest in and excitement about it,” says Julian Thomas.

The application process will be competitive, too.

“Apprenticeships are jobs, and so employers are ultimately responsible for recruitment,” says UCAS, but “both employers and universities need to be satisfied the applicant meets their requirements.” Barnaby Lenon also thinks “it’s important to introduce a UCAS-style of application process.”

Some warn that the quality of the degree apprentice offering can vary from employer to employer. “It is now clear that there needs to be more frequent checks and reports on the quality of firms offering apprenticeships,” says Barnaby Lenon.

Julian Thomas advises potential applicants to “be relentless about finding out the details of a degree apprenticeship, to speak to someone who has been doing it for at least a year, and to ensure that a prospective employer holds a degree apprentice in as high a regard as a conventional graduate.”

But for those willing to research their options and work hard, the rewards of a degree apprenticeship can extend well beyond a free degree.

For more information, visit ucas.com/degreeapprenticeships

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THE BLUE-CHIP EMPLOYER “We strongly believe partnerships like these will play a major role in attracting and nurturing the talent required in our sector,” says John O’Connor, Commercial and Human Capital Director for construction company Laing O’Rourke.

He is talking of Laing O’Rourke’s recent collaboration with the University of Exeter, which currently enables degree apprentices to study for a BEng Civil Engineering Site Management degree while also gaining experience at important infrastructure projects, such as Hinkley Point C. These apprentices will spend five years combining campus time at

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Exeter with learning and realworld projects.

In practice, this means spending eight weeks a year living at university and going to lectures, seminars and workshops. The rest of the time is spent working for Laing O’Rourke and other companies in a civil engineering role, while also accessing online lectures and work via the university’s learning portal.

Dr Sean Carroll (pictured left), a senior lecturer in engineering at Exeter, sees it as an opportunity for “students to combine working on real civil engineering projects with a first-rate learning experience at Exeter."

All students are earning a salary, while also having their tuition fees paid – it’s a winning formula.

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HOW TO EARN WHILE YOU LEARN Gillian Jones, Careers and University Advisor, Pocklington School, Yorkshire, explains how to apply for a degree apprenticeship LOWER SIXTH Autumn term:

Research sectors and universities offering degree apprenticeships.

There are three ways of finding opportunities: employer websites (some skills agencies like Tech Partnership also give details on companies offering degree apprenticeships); UCAS (ucas.com) lists vacancies, as does the Government’s apprenticeship website – simply visit gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

Identify and research the companies you’re interested in.

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If you want to work for a particular employer, explore their website. Most stick to the same cycle each year, so you’ll know the application process and approximate timetable for the following year. As a rule of thumb, vacancies with larger companies start to appear in the autumn, but the majority start to advertise from January onwards, with smaller businesses recruiting a month or two before the job starts. Unlike traditional degrees, there’s no fixed cycle for applications.

Spring term:

Visit university Open Days.

Start to look at how the course is structured – it tends to vary across universities and employers, as each programme is tailored to suit individual employer needs and delivered in the style of the university’s teaching model. During your visit, ask questions about the apprenticeships and find out as much as you can about the structure and delivery of the courses.

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application, and see your careers adviser for tips on how best to present yourself.

Make applications via the employer website or the Government’s apprenticeship vacancy website.

It is not currently possible to apply for a degree apprenticeship via UCAS or by direct entry to the university. Therefore, students have to realise that they need to manage their time effectively. Completing an application is time-consuming, so juggling this and the demands of your A-Levels can be a lot to handle. But if you’re organised, it’s definitely achievable.

Above, Rolls Royce is one of the many blue-chip employers supporting degree apprentices

Spring term:

Preparation is the key to a successful interview.

Check the format of the interview, so you can prepare accordingly. Company research is critical, but with a degree apprenticeship you’ll also need to know about the university course and what it’s like to be an apprentice. Remember, the interview is a two-way process, so as well as answering questions, you should have some questions of your own prepared.

Take this opportunity to find out whether the company and the company culture are a good fit for you.

You’ve received an offer!

their recruitment processes. So, by researching the company and the apprenticeship, you’ll get to know what employers in your chosen field will be expecting of you, as well as what each specific apprenticeship will involve. You can then start to tailor your CV to meet this criteria. By starting your research early, you’ll have the opportunity to do some work experience within the sector or attend an “insight day”, both of which will benefit your application.

UPPER SIXTH Autumn term:

Register with the Government’s “Find an Apprenticeship” website.

Most companies post vacancies here. You can also opt-in to receive alerts about new vacancies, which you can apply to directly.

Look at what’s involved in the application process.

There can be several hurdles to jump over before you even get to a face-to-face interview: an application form, online tests, perhaps a phone or online interview – and that’s before even attending an assessment day. Knowing what the process is will help you prepare and plan ahead.

Follow employers on Twitter or other social media sites.

Prepare your application.

This is often the first place you’ll hear about vacancies opening up.

Check out the Government’s apprenticeship guide to writing a winning

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Congratulations! Next, you should expect to receive your apprentice contract of employment, and you’ll be asked to complete the university entry form. You will also be sent a formal confirmation of your place from the university.

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CHOOSING A COURSE

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electing a course is the biggest decision you will make when applying to university, and though there’s a lot of legwork involved, conducting thorough research is important.

The UCAS website (ucas.com) is packed with advice on choosing a course, so use its search tool to see what’s available. What subjects do you enjoy, and what are you hoping to achieve from your degree? Look at the course material – does it interest you?

Consider the careers you’d like to pursue when you’ve finished your degree – do you know what qualifications you will need?

Never feel pressured or rushed into making any decisions with which you feel uncomfortable.

After all, this is your university journey and your chance to make the very best of it. Good luck!

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Why study

…ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING?

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Create the inventions of tomorrow’s world with an electronic engineering degree from Royal Holloway, University of London

lectronic engineering is at the heart of most of the systems we use daily, and its pervasiveness is undoubtedly growing. Autonomous cars, quadcopters, computers, the internet, mobile phones, gaming devices, music and film studios are just some of the items that rely heavily upon electronic engineering, and the list of products that depend upon this technology is endless.

How these and tomorrow’s electronic systems are made requires sparkling, creative and ingenious ideas, coupled with an ability to communicate these wonderful ideas to other people and bring them to fruition. Achieving a good product that has a long lifespan is not just about the electronics within it, but how it’s used by customers also plays a big

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part. The device should be intuitive, comfortable and easy to use, and its power requirements should be lean, and at least in part made from renewable, recyclable and sustainable sources.

Electronic engineering is not just about making circuits, but making them in a responsible and professional context. This means being able to communicate what the product does and how it works throughout the whole design process – from the hardware construction and software writing, all the way through to the point at which it is ready to be advertised and sold to consumers.

Knowledge of components for hardware construction and software (which controls

Above, it’s important to learn about the creative as well as the practical side of engineering

most electronic embedded systems nowadays) is a vital basis for a successful career in electronic engineering. It’s that basis that needs to be reinforced with creative design and communication skills.

Here at Royal Holloway, you can be right at the heart of these exciting developments, by selecting to study one of the electronic engineering courses within our new portfolio. Here, students focus on the creative side of engineering, with added opportunities to take a year in industry during your course.

To find out more about studying the electronic engineering course at Royal Holloway, visit royalholloway.ac.uk

How tomorrow’s electronic systems are made requires sparkling, creative and ingenious ideas, coupled with an ability to bring these ideas to fruition

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t Kingston, we have a reputation for educating some of London’s best midwives.

And as one of the largest providers of pre-registration nursing in the region, our portfolio includes degrees in adult’s and children’s nursing, as well as nursing for those with learning disabilities or mental health issues.

At Kingston University, you will become a skilled and experienced practitioner with real, first-hand experience of working with patients in a live hospital setting. You’ll also be part of a lively and diverse community of healthcare specialists, benefiting from an educational experience that prepares you for the world of work.

Our nursing and midwifery courses are taught across two south-west London sites, in a unique partnership between a modern university (Kingston University) and an established medical university, integrated with a teaching hospital (St George’s, University of London). Together, we provide a first-class environment to prepare tomorrow’s nurses and midwives to shape and advance practice across the world.

We are consistently ranked at or near the top in London for nursing and midwifery

by The Guardian newspaper’s league tables (ranked number one from 2014 to 2017), and with 95% of students in work or further study within six months of graduating, you’ll leave with a bright future ahead of you.

What’s more, you’ll learn from leaders in the field who regularly contribute to research that shapes healthcare in the UK. Kingston’s academic team comprises qualified midwives and nurses, professionals who split their time between teaching and working in clinical practice, and visiting clinical specialists, all of whom are in touch with the latest healthcare developments in their field.

The degrees we offer are also developed and delivered in collaboration with NHS

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…NURSING? You could make a difference to countless lives via the nursing and midwifery programme at Kingston University Above, students are given first-hand experience of working with patients in a live hospital

London and the Nursing and Midwifery Council, to ensure your learning is always up-to-date and relevant.

Our unique partnership with St George’s means you will benefit from two different universities. These environments seek to closely replicate the challenging situations our students will face, preparing them for their careers in practice. Our simulation suites, for example, provide opportunities to develop skills through realistic simulations and role play.

You’ll also have the chance to take part in international exchange programmes to

widen your experience. Depending on your programme of study, you could find yourself working in a range of settings, from maternity units and medical and surgical wards, to A&E, operating theatres and GP practice nursing.

Learning alongside students from other healthcare professions will further enhance key skills, knowledge and practice, as you can collaborate with those from medical and midwifery courses, to physiotherapy and radiography.

To find out more, visit kingston.ac.uk

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talia Conti is one of the UK’s top performing arts academies, offering training in dance, acting and musical theatre. For over 100 years, we have been responsible for producing some of the most successful stars in the UK and across the globe – from Tracey Ullman, Daniel Mays, Pixie Lott, Russell Brand and Tracie Bennett, to name but a few.

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n osteopath is an Allied Health Professional, who is trained to treat the musculoskeletal system (joints, muscles and associated tissues) and nurture its relationship with other systems in the human body. Osteopathic practice is a very safe and effective way to prevent, diagnose and treat a wide range of health issues, and many osteopaths also help their patients with nutrition and exercise.

Some specialise in paediatrics, pregnancy and the elderly, while others also treat animals under the guidance of a vet. People who are active and athletic regularly receive osteopathic treatment – in fact, a recent survey (Institute of Osteopathy, 2017) showed that 48% of osteopaths treated individuals who were involved in sport.

It has been estimated that osteopaths conduct around seven million consultations per year in the UK. Most work as part of a private practice, with more than 80% of patients funding their own treatment. A high proportion are self-employed, and once qualified, registered practitioners can set up their own private practice. As healthcare practitioners, they can either see patients who are self-referred, as well as those who have been sent by a doctor or GP. If you want to train to be an osteopath and become registered with the General Osteopathic Council, your choice of institution must hold a recognised qualification. Training can either be full time, part time or with modified attendance, and this can then lead to either a BSc (Hons) or an integrated masters depending on the course. Most

…OSTEOPATHY? Its popularity as a health profession is growing rapidly, but what does it actually take to become a qualified osteopath?

Above, it’s estimated that osteopaths conduct around seven million consultations per year

courses require students to have A-Levels, which may include sciences, although other pathways for entrance are available.

Students learn a variety of health-related subjects such as anatomy, physiology, orthopaedics and differential diagnosis.

They also learn practical, hands-on skills, such as joint mobilisation and manipulation, and clinical examination techniques, such as taking blood pressure.

Each osteopathic education institution has a different syllabus, though they all

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fulfil criteria set by the General Osteopathic Council. Every student must also undergo 1,000 clinical hours, and they must have seen 50 new patients during their training.

There are several key skills required to be an effective, successful osteopath, including an interest in helping people and a curiosity for how the human body works. An osteopath must also be able to work both independently and as part of a team, and as healthcare professionals, must demonstrate strong moral principles and professionalism.

For more information about applying for The British College of Osteopathic Medicine, visit bcom.ac.uk

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…PROP MAKING? Eugenio Feito explains how The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama has shaped his career aspirations

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s a mature student from Argentina, I initially wanted to study a degree in something closer to stage management. But once I heard about the prop-making course at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, I realised this was the path for me.

People come on to the props course with different levels of experience. When I

started, I didn’t know how to work with clay or how to sculpt. However, because we were in such a small group, we received much more one-to-one support and were able to pick up skills more quickly.

I’m now in my third year, and while I spend much of my time working on props, I also get to work closely with students from other courses. For example, I learnt how to sew when making a prop for the university’s production of The Crucible, and I’m often able to ask scenic artists for advice on things like colour matching with

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Above, Eugenio was given the chance to work on Hollywood blockbuster Jurassic World 2 last year

paint. The familiarity between staff and students is also very important; everyone is so friendly, and yet it still feels like a professional environment.

This approach matures your character and outlook; it’s not possible to hide away as you can within a bigger group. It’s important that you learn to complete tasks well, as the quality expected is very high.

You also end up becoming emotionally attached to every project you work on, so you want to deliver as good a job as possible.

When working on a public production, we need to be familiar with the text so we understand the context in which props will be used. So, we attend production meetings where the design concepts for the show and the props required are described in detail.

We can then ask questions to the designer and discuss how to achieve the desired goal.

We do all our own research, before settling on an approach and specification for each prop. We then start to experiment with materials, considering budget, the feasibility of using certain materials and, of course, how the props will be used.

In my first year, I was part of a team who worked on a very large prop for a Gottwood Festival in Wales. This was an externally-commissioned project that became part of the curriculum after it was requested. We only had only four weeks to create the prop, and it was three-metres tall by the time it was completed.

Last year, I went on placement to Pinewood Studios to work on Jurassic World 2. Here, I developed a whole new range of different skills, including communication, organisation and networking. It was amazing to work with a Hollywood production company with over 150 people on set, and talk to people who have been in the industry for decades.

I have also just secured a placement with The Royal Opera House, which will really round off the different ranges of experience for me ahead of graduating!

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Degrees in this profession come in all shapes and sizes, but as far as rewarding careers go, they fit the bill and then some

f you love working with others, watching them develop and helping them achieve, teaching could be a great career for you.

But as with all fields, careers in education are not the same.

There are many different routes to gaining the right qualifications and many different paths to follow when you qualify.

Studying the right course can make a big difference, and choosing one that you enjoy will help you thrive.

The first step is to talk to lots of different teachers and other people who work in education about their job. Most people love talking about what they do, and while it may seem intimidating, you should try to see it as a research project. Use your school careers office and teachers, or email local schools or other educational centres and ask them to spend 10 minutes on the

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phone talking to you about their job. You could even ask for some work experience!

Find out what the day-to-day of the role is like, what the most rewarding thing is, and what the worst parts about their job are. Ask for suggestions for similar jobs that you could also research, such as youth work, outreach work, outdoor education centres, teaching English as a second language, teaching abroad or adult teaching.

Once you have a good idea of what you’d like to do, measure your career options against the course you would like to study.

Would you like to complete your degree and start teaching as soon as possible, or

Above, careers services at Plymouth will help you consider your options when you finish your degree

do you want to specialise in another subject before taking up a teaching course?

Careers services can be helpful to lay out all your options before you start researching them.

When you get to university, throw yourself into opportunities that help you learn more about yourself; work experience, placements, clubs and societies. You will discover many people, including the careers service and your tutors will help you to shape your thoughts about what you want.

Find out more about studying at Plymouth Marjon University at marjon.ac.uk

Ask for suggestions for similar jobs that you could also research, such as youth work, outreach work, outdoor education centres or teaching English as a second language

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OPEN DAYS How can you make the most of a university open day?

Yolanda Saunders shares her top tips

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s the higher education sector faces mounting pressures to provide value for money, it’s now often assumed that universities will provide its students with much more than just a degree.

Most prospectuses present institutions as being the “leaders” in academic research, student satisfaction, graduate employability and contact hours, but with

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There is no such thing as the best university – only the best fit for you

so many courses and universities to choose from, how can you possibly be expected to make an informed decision?

Visiting a university “in the flesh” is the only way you can truly get a feel for the place, and ensures you won’t get any nasty surprises when you start your course.

Avoid being misled by claims and statistics, and remember that there is no such thing as the best university – only the best fit for you. You can’t visit every university, so here’s a beginner’s guide as to how to get the most out of an open day...

Before your visit

Start by making a shortlist. Conduct some online research using the UCAS search tool or another course search tool, and decide on a few universities that you think you’d like to visit. If you already know what you want to study, check that they offer that course, and if the open day is on a weekday, consider if it is worth missing a day of school or college. As a general guide, try not to miss more than three school days when visiting universities.

Calculate how long it will take to get

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there, and decide whether you will be travelling by car or public transport. You could save money by getting the train, by purchasing GroupSave tickets or using a 16-25 rail card (16-25railcard.co.uk).

Plan your day, booking any sessions you think will be relevant, and noting down any talks you would like to attend.

Download a campus map, so you can easily find your way around without wasting time, and it’s worth having a map of the city to hand too!

Prepare a list of questions, and tick

isiting a ni ersit in the esh is the onl a o an tr l get a eel or the la e and ens res o on t get an nast s r rises hen o start o r o rse them off as you collate answers throughout the day. Ensure you ask about all the aspects of university life: the course; its structure and method of assessment; the application and selection process; student accommodation; facilities; the student experience; finance and employability.

Above, physics students at St James Senior Girls’ School, London

Determine your own criteria – you need to find out about the things that matter to you. For example, you may want to live near the sports hall or gym if you’re athletic and want to join a sports team. You may also be interested in the lab facilities, what percentage of the course is assessed by coursework or even the price of a pint!

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Make plenty of notes! After a few visits, you might find that the conversations and experiences you’ve had merge together, and you’ll start to forget important things unless you jot them down. Note which accommodation you like as well as how much it costs and where it is located. Bear in mind that you might not get your first choice of accommodation, so have a few others in mind as a back-up.

Attend subject-taster sessions, especially if you’re unsure about which subject to

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study. The course must be the most important factor. And, avoid the shuttle bus on the day, as the queues can be horrendous!

Go along to application sessions and find out the faculty’s selection criteria; its policy on confirmation, deferral and interviews; and what work experience they are looking for. You could even show the admissions tutor a draft of your personal statement and ask for some direct feedback. You should also seek out student finance sessions and learn about the university’s policy on financing a year abroad or in industry; the cost of living; bursaries or part-time jobs available.

Take a guided tour of the student accommodation, bearing in mind that you will be shown the best places on offer, so ask plenty of questions. Take some time to visualise yourself living and studying at the university and think about whether you feel comfortable there. Visit the town too, and check out the local eateries, shops and nightlife.

Ask the experts – not only the admissions team and course tutors, but

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Above, make the most of your open day and it will help you narrow down your choices

also the current students. Find out what the best and worst things are about living and studying there. While it might be tempting to let mum and dad take over, it’s you who will be going to university, not them, so don’t be afraid to speak up!

After your visit

Write down what you liked about the university and compare it to others. You could even share your experiences with

your classmates to maximise the benefits of your visit – after all, some of them may have been interested in the university or courses on offer, but weren’t able to attend the open day.

Remember to make sure you prioritise your course over the university. It doesn’t matter how prestigious the university is – if you don’t enjoy your course, then chances are you will fail to maximise your potential.

It’s your choice, so make the best of it!

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ON THE RIGHT PATH University of Surrey... introduces their new digital careers hub, Pathfinder, which helps students prepare for the workplace

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uilding on its strong reputation for producing highly employable graduates, the University of Surrey has recently launched Pathfinder – an innovative digital careers hub that enables students to access expert advice, hone the skills they need in the workplace, and even

undertake simulated interviews.

Surrey is always looking for new ways to improve the student experience, and the Pathfinder platform, which launched in February, has been designed with this in mind. The service works as a one-stop digital shop, which enables students and graduates to search for jobs and placements, book careers appointments and employer events, and access a wealth of interactive development tools.

There are hundreds of courses and assessments available that help to hone crucial business skills such as leading meetings and report writing”

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Above right, 60% of students take part in a year’s work experience placement with a relevant business

How does it work?

Pathfinder allows students to develop the skills they need to find a job and be successful in the workplace. As well as psychometric tests to help identify strengths and motivators, there’s a CV-builder, aptitude tests and an interview simulator.

There are also hundreds of courses, videos and assessments available that help to hone crucial business skills such as leading meetings, report writing, project management and negotiation. And you can even use it to book appointments with the university’s experienced careers advisers – from a 15-minute “quick query”, to an in-depth 45-minute talk with a specialist in their subject area.

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Students learn how to live a productive life, not just get good degrees

Megan Humphrey, a final-year student on Surrey’s BSc Business Management course, explains that one of her favourite features is “the assessments section, where you can take mini-tests and receive a breakdown report of your progress.”

Meet the professionals

One of the many reasons Surrey’s graduates are so employable is thanks to their Professional Training placement

programme, which launched 40 years ago.

Around 60% of undergraduates participate in a year’s work experience within a relevant and often high-profile organisation, giving them a huge head start when they come to look for a job.

Surrey works with over 2,300 industrial partners to deliver its Professional Training programme, also offering students a range of other opportunities.

Potential employers such as KPMG, Deloitte, CGI and Toyota are now able to use Pathfinder to promote the numerous networking and skills workshops they hold at the university throughout the year.

Megan says: “At these events, students can meet employers from relevant industries face-to-face, ask them questions and network, which can lead to work experience, internship opportunities or even full-time employment.”

Surrey Pathfinder is already proving a great success, with 13,000 user logins, 354 appointments booked with careers advisers, and 2,268 bookings for employer events within the first six weeks.

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Above left, Surrey works with 2,300 partners to deliver its Professional Training programme

Director of Employability and Careers at Surrey, Keith Herrmann says: “What we’ve created with Pathfinder is a completely seamless and interactive way for students to use the university’s comprehensive careers service.

“Our aim is to provide students with access to career resources on their phones and tablets, to broaden their career horizons, build their employability skills and maximise their chances of securing an excellent role in their chosen sector.”

To learn more about Pathfinder, visit surrey.ac.uk/pathfinder, and to find out more about applying to the University of Surrey, visit surrey.ac.uk/undergraduate

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PERSONAL STATEMENT CHECKLIST Trying to get noticed in The X Factor bootcamp that is applying to uni?

Eleni Cashell shares this step-by-step guide to help you stand out GET THE TONE RIGHT If text arguments have taught us anything, it’s that getting the right tone in your language is vital if you want to convey the right message. And a personal statement is no different; it’s not just what you say, but how you say it. Show them you are passionate and enthusiastic, and you’ll have them hooked.

WHY THAT COURSE? Tell them why you want to study that particular course, whether it’s because you’ve been inspired at school, or because a particular expert made you keen to find out more.

You can apply for up to five different courses, but you can only submit one personal statement – so beware of referencing specific universities or course titles. If you’re applying for courses that are quite different from each other, you’ll need to blend your statement carefully so each admissions tutor feels it is relevant to their specific course.

Applying for a joint honours or combined degree? Make sure you engage with both subjects fairly equally.

And if you can draw connections between the two subjects, even better!

Remove anything unprofessional.

Applying because the lecturers are attractive? Maybe leave that out…

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WHAT TO DELETE

STUDIES. If you’ve studied a subject that’s relevant to your application, make sure the admissions team knows about it. Showing you’re eager to learn more should get you some serious brownie points.

There are some things that absolutely should not be in your personal statement. Here are five NO-NOS: EXAGGERATIONS. Keep your language honest with a hint of humility. For example, say you’re a team player, but not that you led them to glorious unprecedented victory.

WORK EXPERIENCE. Shout about any work experience you’ve done, whether it’s relevant to the subject or just a Saturday job.

HOBBIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS. Admissions tutors aren’t going to believe that you spend all hours of the day studying, so tell them about any interesting hobbies and achievements that you’re especially proud of.

WHY THEY SHOULD PICK YOU It’s time to wrap this up like a present. Explain why everything you’ve just told them makes you the perfect fit for their university.

Create an impressive sign off.

Leave them in no doubt that there will ever be a better applicant than you!

BAD LANGUAGE. Don’t swear in applications. Admissions teams don’t like it, apparently.

IRRELEVANT INFORMATION. While your family may love the fact you earned a swimming medal when you were eight, it’s not massively relevant to your uni application.

NEGATIVITY. Leave critical thinking off the page and make sure they know how awesome you are!

SPELLING MISTAKES. Use spell check, get a friend to read it, spell check, ask your family, spell check, ask a teacher... you get the idea.

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Right, medical students should have a real passion for science

APPLYING TO MEDICAL SCHOOL Keen to study medicine at university? Natalie Keeler takes you through the application process

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pplying to study medicine is no simple feat – it can be physically and emotionally exhausting, and becoming a fully-qualified doctor can take at least seven years. The plus-points? You'll be helping hundreds of people day-in-dayout, and in some cases, saving lives, too.

So, where do you start? You can apply for a maximum of four medical schools through UCAS at the same time, and there are four course types to choose from: Standard Entry Medicine: This usually consists of five years of study, but in some

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institutions, it is six. There are various names for this type of course, such as MBBS or MBChB, but most result in a bachelor’s degree in medicine.

Graduate Entry Medicine: Open to those who already have a bachelor’s degree. Many universities accept students with a degree in any subject, but some require your previous degree to be science or health-related. It is a four-year accelerated degree in most cases.

Medicine with a Preliminary Year: A five-year Standard Entry Medicine course with an extra year at the start, though the preliminary year is sometimes taken as a standalone one-year course. It’s intended for those who achieved high

grades at A-Level or equivalent, but didn’t take the required science subjects. The extra year allows you to catch up on the necessary science training.

Medicine with a Gateway Year: For those of high ability, but who come from situations where they’ve had barriers to their learning. Criteria and entry requirements are sometimes adjusted for those from low-participation areas.

What grades do I need?

Each medical school sets their own entry requirements, but generally speaking, the minimum expected grades for Standard Entry Medicine are three As at A-Level or equivalent qualifications.

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Degrees in medicine can be so varied, and there's a wide range of course structures available

At least one of your A-Level subjects must be in a lab-based science (chemistry or biology), and some universities require maths and physics at A-Level, too. There’s varying emphasis on GCSEs. Remember that admissions criteria for medical schools can change year on year, so always check the entrance requirements of your chosen universities before submitting your UCAS application. The deadline is always 15th October for courses beginning in the following September.

Do I have to take exams?

Almost all medical degrees use admissions tests as part of their entry requirements.

There are four types of admissions test: UKCAT: a two-hour computer-based test, which assesses applicants on decision making, situational judgement, and verbal, quantitative and abstract reasoning. Most medical schools use this test, and you must register for and sit the exam before submitting your UCAS application.

BMAT: this exam focuses more on academic aptitude. You must register for the exam before sending your application, but the test is taken later (November).

Your score is then automatically sent on

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to the schools listed on your application.

GAMSAT: this is used for the Graduate Entry Medicine Course and several of the Standard Entry medicine courses where the applicant is a graduate. Registration is in August and the test is sat in September, and you must register and sit the exam before submitting your UCAS application.

Situational Judgement Test for Admission to Clinical Education: this is used for entry to the Scottish Graduate Entry Medical Programme.

If you’ve taken the UKCAT, you can adjust your university choices once you have your results. Each university prioritises different parts of the application, so consider your choices carefully. For instance, it isn’t a good idea to apply to King’s College London – which places great emphasis on the UKCAT – if you’ve done poorly in the UKCAT exam.

What about work experience?

All medical schools require you to have experience in a caring or service role, either paid or voluntary, in a health or related field. Direct observation of healthcare (shadowing a doctor, for example) can also be valuable, but it is recommended that you gain some hands-on experience, too.

A work placement is a great opportunity for you to demonstrate how you interact with a team and with the public, and you’ll also get an insight into the emotional and physical demands of the job. Places often fill up quickly, so try to organise a placement as soon as you can.

It’s better to get a broad range of experience – spending short periods of time in a variety of healthcare environments, such as a GP surgery or a hospital, is more worthwhile than spending several months in the same environment.

Work placements in pharmacies or care homes are also generally acceptable. For a full list of recommended work experience guidelines, visit medschools.ac.uk

Do I need a personal statement?

Yes – as well as high academic achievement, universities will be looking for what makes you the right candidate.

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CASE STUDY GEORGINA, 19

Year Two, Medicine, Lancaster University A-Levels: Biology, maths and chemistry – A*AA. Why medicine? At school, I enjoyed learning biology and human physiology immensely. In medicine, you also get to meet so many people and create a positive impact on their lives.

The application process: It was long and difficult, but I think in the long-run it's made me more resilient. I took the UKCAT and the BMAT, and had a panel interview and multiple mini interview, all of which were daunting at the time, but easier than I had feared.

There are a lot of books and websites available to help you, but there will inevitably be some questions that you just can’t prepare for.

Your course: The best part is that it’s so varied – I've gained insights that I wouldn’t have had without medicine, and I’d say that it’s made me a more rounded person. It can be challenging, and I’ve learnt that it’s not enough to only nail the academics side of the degree, because communication, professionalism and ethics are also very important.

If I could turn back the clock… I would have been less stressed when applying!

Once your personal statement and admissions tests are finished, there’s little else that can be done. It’s better to focus on your day-to-day life than the outcome of your application.

There are many avenues into medicine, so remember that this doesn't have to be your only shot at getting in.

My top tips: Be sure about what course structure you want to go for, as each is structured differently and some will be better suited to your needs. Lancaster University, for example, works on a Problem Based Learning (PBL) system, which focuses more on independent learning. Some courses also introduce hospital and community placements at different times.

Finally, do not be disheartened if you receive a few rejections. In my case, the rejections came earlier than the acceptances!

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Evidence of this will be made clear in your personal statement, which is submitted as part of your UCAS application.

Most of your application is based upon statistics, but a personal statement is a chance to show the admissions tutors who you are as a person. The skills and attributes of an ideal candidate to medicine include teamwork, effective communication, problem solving, organisation, honesty, empathy and a genuine interest in the medical profession.

But rather than simply stating that you embody these attributes, explain how you have demonstrated them in the past, for example, during work experience or as part of an extra-curricular activity.

What should I expect in the interview?

If you’re invited for an interview, you’ll probably be asked about why you want to study medicine, why you think you’ll do well and why you deserve a place. There are several types of interview, so start by finding out which format yours will take before showing up on the day.

Panel interviews usually include two or three interviewers, and are either structured (with a specific set of questions), or semi-structured, where the process is

CASE STUDY ANGELA, 22

Year Four, Medicine, University of Cambridge A-Levels: Biology, chemistry, physics, maths – four A*s Why medicine? I loved science at school, so I knew I wanted to study something science-related at university.

I’m also very sociable and enjoy helping other people.

Medicine is a collaboration of these two things; science is at the core but it also requires good people skills.

The application process: I ended up with nine drafts of my personal statement before I was finally happy! I also had to sit the UKCAT and the BMAT, as well as the university’s Short Answer Questions, which were mainly personal details. I found the UKCAT easier than the BMAT – the BMAT was very science-heavy and required more preparation.

I also had two “science” interviews and one general interview. The questions were challenging and encouraged you to think in new ways, for instance, I was asked “if you could create a perfect bone, what would it be like?” There’s no right or wrong answer – it's more about thinking on your feet and using your knowledge in different ways.

Your course: I really enjoy it here. We're taught the science behind the medicine, before we get the clinical experience in the hospital. In my first two years I attended lectures, and in the third year I completed an intercalated BSc. For the final three years of my course, I have been learning in the hospital environment. This meant that for a few years, I could still enjoy student life alongside my friends.

The skills and attributes of an ideal candidate to medicine include teamwork, communication, problem solving, organisation and honesty” more conversational. Multiple mini interviews, on the other hand, see prospective candidates visit seven or eight different “stations”, where they will be assessed on specific attributes. This might involve discussing your personal statement, or participating in more practical scenarios.

Applicants may also be invited to an assessment centre, where they might undertake a range of interviews, written work or group tasks.

You may be asked about your work experience, too, so be sure to take notes throughout your placement(s), reflecting on any notable experiences, what you’ve learned and how you’ve progressed.

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If I could turn back the clock… I would have started practising for the BMAT earlier than I did. The exam is sat during term time, so you have limited hours in the day to revise.

My top tips: Start early!

Work experience is important, as is volunteer work because it shows you’re altruistic and committed.

Get ahead on researching universities, writing your personal statement and revising for the admissions tests. Most importantly, make sure you are enjoying all the different experiences that you have.

Social skills are an important, as you have to interact with so many people

Applying for a medicine degree can seem rather daunting on the whole, but the admissions tutors aren’t there to trick you – it’s an intensive process for a good reason. Your school or college will also be there to help you with your application along the way, so don’t be afraid to ask questions if you’re confused or unsure.

Once your final application is submitted, all that’s left to do is sit back and wait for those offers to come rolling in. Oh, and revise for your A-Level exams, of course. Good luck!

To find out more about applying for a degree in medicine, visit medschools.ac.uk

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Did you know?

Don’t worry if you haven’t accepted a place at university or college yet, as you can still apply using your preferred choice, and if needs be, update the details later

NICHOLA MALTON

Assessment services manager, Student Finance England

STUDENT FINANCE Nichola Malton presents a step-by-step guide on how to apply What’s available?

There are two main types of student finance you can apply for: Tuition-fee loans cover your yearly-feecost and are paid directly to your institution in three instalments throughout the year.

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Maintenance loans (grants for new students were abolished in the 2015 Budget) of up to £11,354 are available to help with living costs such as rent and bills. Like tuition fees, these loans are paid in three instalments throughout the year, but go directly into your bank account.

Apply early and follow all the steps

The maximum amount you can get depends on where you live, where you study and what your household income is.

Full-time students eligible for student finance will be entitled to a maintenance loan of some size, which may be based upon your household income. Both loans

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are administered by the Student Loans Company (SLC), which is a not-for-profit government-owned organisation.

How do I apply?

Go to gov.uk/studentfinance and create an account. You should do so as early as you can once the application service has opened, so that you get your money in time for the start of your course.

Remember that you also have to re-apply each year of your course.

If you haven’t accepted a place yet, you can still apply using your preferred choice and if needs be, update the details later.

There are four simple steps:

TIMELINE

2. Log into your Student Finance account and submit your application Before you start your online application, you should have the following to hand: 1 A valid UK passport, if you have one; 2 University and course details; 3 Bank account details; 4 National Insurance number.

If you want to apply for finance that depends on household income, your “sponsor” (parents or partner) will be asked for details about their household income and National Insurance number(s).

December/ January 2019:

3. Send any evidence you are asked for You don’t need to provide details of your household income when you first apply.

June 2019:

4. Print, sign and return the Student Finance Online Declaration Form Once your application has been processed, you will be sent a letter stating how much you’ll be getting, along with a Student Finance Declaration Form, which you must sign and return.

September/October 2019:

If your details change...

If any of your details change after you’ve submitted your application, it’s easy to

April 2020:

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Get ready to apply by gathering the information that you’ll need, such as passport details, National Insurance number and course details.

update your application by logging into your Student Finance online account.

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Repaying your loans and interest*

Receive your first maintenance loan payment to your bank account.

Once you have finished or left your course, you’ll need to pay back your loans – but not until your income is over £25,000 a year, and what you repay each month is linked to your income.

You will repay 9% of any income you earn over the current threshold of £480 a week, £2,083 a month or £25,000 a year. If your income falls below this, your repayments automatically stop.

Your employer will take the 9% through the UK tax system (Pay As You Earn – PAYE). If you are self-employed, you will pay through self-assessment.

If you intend to live or work abroad, you need to contact the Student Loans Company before you go so arrangements can be made for you to start repaying.

January 2020:

Interest

February/March 2019: Create an online account and login to create and submit your application.

May 2019: The deadline for new students is around the end of May.

The deadline for continuing students is end of June.

Second maintenance loan instalment is paid.

Third maintenance loan instalment paid.

Interest is charged on your loan from the day that the first payment is made to you until the loan is repaid. Any part of the loan outstanding after 30 years will be written off. The amount of interest charged will vary, depending on your circumstances.

*BASED ON 2018/19 STUDENT FINANCE RATES

1. Register When you register you’ll be given a unique Customer Reference Number, and asked to create a password and secret answer. Make sure you keep these safe for when you check the progress of your application.

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UNI LIFE

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mbarking on studies away from home is an exciting transition for young adults. But it can be stressful, too, as recent research by The Student Housing Company has shown that two thirds of UK students are getting fewer than the recommended seven to nine hours’ sleep per night, while 26% are getting under five.

Despite half of those polled taking measures to ensure they’re living a healthy lifestyle, 91% of students suffer from poor sleep at some point while at university, with stress cited as the biggest contributing factor.

Right, use the communal areas to study or socialise with friends

Starting a new chapter

Aside from the academic stress of studying in a completely new learning environment, students are also subjected to other pressures, such as making new friends, finding accommodation, paying bills and managing expenditure. These stresses are even more acute for those that are moving far away from home, especially if they are going across international borders.

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our accommodation, which balances comfortable living with varied study environments and social spaces. Our hassle-free offering is central to our ethos, allowing students to fulfil their potential while at university, as opposed to worrying about their accommodation demands.

A student paradise

Every residence is entirely tailored to the needs of students and there is a heavy focus on communal areas, as we’re keen to encourage interaction between residents and “anywhere-anytime” studying. It’s these vibrant social and study areas that facilitate a real sense of community.

A tranquil reading room is the perfect haven for those seeking respite from a hectic student life, while those wanting a quiet work space on their doorstep can beaver away in one of the study rooms without having to lug their books and laptop to the library.

A blackout cinema room is also available for students to relax in, and a gaming room kitted out with eight screens, controllers and gaming chairs is open for those after some virtual stimulation. For creative types, there’s an art room with work benches, easels and cutting desks; a photography room with backdrops and lights; and a large music room for electric instruments and mixing decks.

And for those who want to relax with friends, there are two common rooms complete with pool table, table tennis, TVs, plenty of seating and a bar area.

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Whether in shared flats or private studios, our rooms provide a perfect balance between quality, size and price.

There’s a variety of room classifications and tenancy lengths on offer, catering for every budget, and small touches, such as headboards with USB charging sockets, light switches and en-suite rooms, so really maximise the experience.

To keep worries to a minimum, all facilities and utility bills (including broadband) are covered in the monthly rent, and an enormous amount of effort goes into ensuring each resident feels safe

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Those that live with The Student Housing Company also have access weekly events organised by the residences teams.

All these measures help students to focus on what they have come to university to do; build life-long relationships, optimise their learning and make amazing memories.

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bout one in five full-time students live at home for all or part of their time at university, and over half of students aged under 20 attend a university less than 57 miles away from their home.

Journalism student Samaela is typical of this growing demographic. She explains her decision to commute between her home in Leicester and her course at University Centre Peterborough (UCP): “I wanted to make a fresh start away from home with my university course but at the same time it was important for me to be within easy distance from my family.

I have always enjoyed photography, literature and writing, so the BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism course at Peterborough gave me the perfect chance to combine these subjects and to learn new things like filming and radio.

I have two full days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays when I’m on the centre campus for my lectures and tutorials.

Studying in full days has given me the flexibility to fit the independent study for my course on other days during the week.

Do your research

I chose to stay in student accommodation during the week, then on Friday mornings I can return to Leicester to see my family.

It’s a bus ride to the train station and I can buy an off-peak rail ticket, which is affordable at around £20 per return journey. It’s only 55 minutes to travel from Leicester to Peterborough by train and then I can easily walk to the campus.

As a commuter student, you can still apply for a maintenance loan when you live at home. It’s also a good idea to look at course fees. For example, tuition fees for full-time students at Peterborough are £8,000 per year, compared to £9,250 at other universities in England. UCP also offer a cash bursary of up to £1,000 per year, along with a tax-free bursary of up to £1,000 for student ambassadors.

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HOME AND AWAY Journalism student Samaela Rahman explains her decision to commute between her home in Leicester and her course at University Centre Peterborough The pros of commuting

Some students find it much easier to manage travelling costs than the cost of student accommodation or private lettings.

Commuting can also help you to achieve a good study/life balance. It can reduce the pressure to find additional employment and work long hours to make up for any cost of living shortfall. Travelling on public transport is also an ideal time for required to prepare for assignments.

Of course, commuter students are still keen to make friends and take part in university life. The Student Support Centre at the university centre is at the heart of their main campus. If you’re considering the commuting option, it’s worth finding

Above, undergraduate Samaela reporting outside Peterborough Cathedral

out about the support you,ll receive to enjoy university life to the full.

I can choose how to manage my time to fit in with work and home life, getting my course work done and being with friends.

It can sometimes be stressful. The days can be long and I have to consider carrying luggage home and back again – but it,s doable.

A lot of people spend much longer travelling to work every day, and I think commuting and studying is a great way to combine all the things like my family that are important to me.”

For more information on University Centre Peterborough, visit ucp.ac.uk

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RUTH BUSHI Editor, Save the Student

A student bank account can save you more cash than you may realise.

Ruth Bushi cuts through the financial jargon

STUDENT BANKING

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icking the right student bank account (and knowing how to make the best of it) can make a huge difference to your finances while you’re at university. But how are you supposed to make sense of all that complex jargon every bank seems determined to use each time you ask a simple question?

It may seem like a minefield, but try not to be immediately thrown off by it – finding the right bank account is actually more simple than it seems. We’ve comprised a handy guide to help you make sense of it all, and if you’re serious about saving, you’ll be stacking up the pennies in no time at all!

Piggy banking

When you break it down, a bank account isn’t all that complicated; it’s just a place to keep your cash and access it whenever you

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hen o rea it do n a an a o nt isn t all that om li ated it s st a la e to ee o r ash and a ess it hene er o need it need it. If that sounds like any old piggy bank, well, it is – but there are also some crucial differences.

Many banks have accounts just for students, with perks designed specifically to help you through university life. Some accounts even pay you as a reward for keeping cash in them. Some also charge you if you take out more than you’ve put in.

If you receive your maintenance and tuition loans from Student Finance, you’ll need a bank account in which to get paid and keep track of your cash. But the secret to getting the best from your bank is to max-out benefits while avoiding moneysuckers, and that means being really clear about how both of these work.

Borrowing money

The single biggest perk of student banking is something that may never come your way again: a fee- and interest-free overdraft. These allow you to borrow cash for free – a real life-saver when you’re skint (which is pretty much inevitable at some point while you’re studying). Plus, if you overspend without agreeing an overdraft, the penalty charges can be excruciating.

It’s often worth picking an account with the largest overdraft option, though note that how much you receive varies by year of study and what the bank decides you are eligible for. You can compare which bank offers what on the Save the Student website (savethestudent.org/money).

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Spending more than your limit or not repaying your overdraft on time can still result in some penalty charges, which quickly sinks the benefits. If you’re not eligible for an overdraft, or choose a credit card instead or as well, sticking to the terms is likewise essential to avoid unnecessary costs.

Right, apps like Monzo are more geared towards how students manage their money

Everyone loves a freebie

There are two ways you can profit from your bank. The first is through freebies and offers, such as complimentary rail or coach cards, travel or mobile phone insurance, or cashback on shopping. Some banks also pay interest when you keep a pool of your own cash in your account.

Both are nice little earners – but only if you avoid fees (such as for overspending, or being late repaying what you borrow). If you struggle to stick to a budget or anticipate being occasionally hard-up, an account with a larger overdraft or cheaper fees may be worth more in the long run.

Explore your options

For most students, a high-street bank (or the one your parents use) is probably first port of call, but see what else is out there, too. Local branches aren’t essential when you can bank with an app and withdraw cash from any ATM – how easily and quickly you can talk to a real person in a crisis can be a more useful comparison.

App-only banks (such as Atom, Monzo and Starling) may not have student accounts, but they’re arguably more geared towards how young people manage their money. A prepaid digital MasterCard is also worth a look, as it can help you stick to your budget more carefully.

Building up savings is tough, but don’t swerve the challenge!

Shop around for savings accounts (you don’t have to stick with your main bank) and zero in on interest rates, autosaving plugins and easy access.

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Whichever it is, thinking about what you need

your account to do for you and your money goals is the place to start. Break it down into the basics, compare your options, and you’ll build yourself a better bank account.

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Last year, the college started a pathway in crime, terrorism and global security – and brand new programmes for 2018/19 will commence in health, fitness and football.

During last year’s graduation ceremony, which saw almost 100 students of all ages and backgrounds gain qualifications, some of the highlights included news that record numbers of students had travelled to South Africa, where they enjoyed a ten-day study tour of a nature reserve.

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Right, Janina was awarded a medal at The Chelsea Flower Show after completing her course

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The expanding provision of courses at Easton and Otley has seen a wealth of graduate success stories medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for her work on a garden built in conjunction with the British Ecological Society.

On this achievement, Janina, said, “I learnt a lot, and just being at Chelsea was an honour. Being surrounded by creative people and being a part of it was the highlight for me.”

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Now I’m considering doing a PhD or setting up my own business.”

One final success of many that was witnessed during the class of 2017/18’s ceremony related to Ryan Hawkins.

As a youngster he was released by Norwich City Football Club, but has subsequently gone on to play semi-professional football for Dereham and St Neots. He had trials last year with Peterborough before a bad injury stopped him in his tracks.

The 22-year-old has since progressed to a level six qualification – completing an honours degree in sports coaching last year.

He said, “You have to work hard but if you do so you can achieve anything in life.”

Ryan still has hopes of playing football at the highest level, but in the future he would like to become a teacher.

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Left, Joanne’s typical day sees her helping the stylist and assisting on fashion shoots

moment, of 2018 so far anyway, was sitting next to Edward Enninful (Editor of British Vogue), front row at an autumn/winter 2018 fashion show. I managed to swoop in and switch my seat with a colleague, then the next thing I knew, Edward had been seated next to me!

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Joanne Toolan, 24, is Fashion Assistant for You Magazine, part of The Mail on Sunday newspaper

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AM RESPONSIBLE FOR... producing the shopping pages for You, which is a Sunday supplement magazine, and assisting on main fashion shoots. My role sees me working on a number of projects at any one time, but there’s always plenty of variety.

My main responsibility is to call in products from PR companies and brands for shoots. The stylist will then decide what she’d like the model to wear, and I will assist the whole way through.

I also compile pages for the magazine and create online content – the majority of my online writing comes from going on press trips and reviewing hotels. However, I’d say my main responsibility is supporting the stylist.

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I GOT MY JOB… through a lot of hard work and determination. After graduating with a degree in fashion journalism from the University of Sunderland, I worked seven days a week for 18 months and pushed myself every day.

Interning has its highs and lows, but I would recommend it for character-building purposes.

I worked in PR, styling, news journalism and model casting through my internships, but this all gave me a clear insight into where I wanted to be.

In this industry, you are constantly reminded of how replaceable you are. So, you must give it your absolute all, and when you prove that you can do it, you’ll get noticed.

THE BEST PART OF MY JOB… is travelling, whether I’m assisting on shoots or reviewing hotels.

MANY PEOPLE THINK… that it’s an easy job. Yes, you aren’t saving lives, but there is quite a lot of heavy-lifting involved (cases, equipment, etc), running around from one press show to the next, or trying to keep everyone warm with hot water bottles on an outdoor shoot in the snow.

It would be nice to paint a pretty picture and it does have its perks, but you get that from what you put in. It’s an incredible industry and there is so much potential for the future – it’s frequently changing, but those with the ideas to move with the times do very well.

MY MOST MEMORABLE WORK MOMENT… was the first time I went on a work trip and checked in to a whole suite to myself – I could hardly believe my luck.

However, I think my favourite

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I STUDIED FASHION JOURNALISM BECAUSE… in truth I was stuck at the end of Sixth Form, and I didn’t have the push of my teachers to help me choose a path post-school.

My main subjects were English literature and art and design, so when I combined these, I ended up with fashion journalism.

I had no idea where and how far this degree could take me and I didn’t, at the time, realise how much I would enjoy it.

However, although this way of thinking worked out for me, I wouldn’t recommend it to others. University isn’t something to go into lightly, and while this kind of career is attainable without the degree, the experience along the way is one not to be missed.

MY LOVE FOR FASHION STEMS FROM… probably my childhood. I don’t know exactly how old I was when it started, but my mum tells me that even at the age of two, I was always fussy about what I wore and wanted to decide my own outfits. I have always had the eye and wanted to be different from my peers, not outrageously but just keen to discover my own look.

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AM RESPONSIBLE FOR... managing seven different accounts at Mango PR, a luxury travel public relations company based in Farringdon, London.

My clients include luxury experiential travel company andBeyond; a group of UK country escapes, Calcot Collection; a new hotel opening in London in October, Bankside; boutique hotel group Alila Hotels & Resorts; bohemian resort Club Marvy in Turkey; and a tailor-made tour operator, Wexas Travel.

Working across such an eclectic group of clients certainly keeps me busy each day, and means the job is incredibly varied.

MY DAY-TO-DAY... is difficult to describe as it varies from one to the next.

However, generally speaking I am at my desk at 9am, that is if I’m not having an early morning breakfast meeting with a key journalist to discuss press trip opportunities or story angles.

We divide and conquer the weekend newspapers on Mondays, scouring for any client mentions and discussing noticeable travel trends.

Client calls can often take place in the morning as a couple of them are based overseas in different time zones.

From then on, my day will involve reactive pitching, whereby journalists will approach us for specific information or content; and proactive pitching whereby we are approaching the appropriate journalist with relevant content.

Today for example, my day began with a meeting at an art

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I contacted a few travel PR agencies, and it just so happened that Mango PR was looking for a Spanish-speaking junior account executive to join the team, representing the leading Spanish hotel group, Barceló Hotel Group. I joined Mango PR in April 2015, and haven’t looked back since!

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Olivia McNeill Love, 26, is a senior account manager at a travel PR agency in London gallery, with which we are hoping to partner for one of our clients. I was in the office by 11am to have our weekly call with andBeyond, who are based in South Africa.

After that, I started working on the itinerary for a group press trip I am taking later this month to Mallorca, and also sent out the invitations for another group press trip I am taking to Oman next month.

As well as this, I worked on a press release announcing the opening of a new hotel opening in Kuala Lumpur next month,

and also compiled a recap report for a client whom we hosted a media lunch event for last month.

I GOT MY JOB... after working for a family-run travel agency called Travel Matters in Balham, south London – which I loved.

When I decided it was time for a change, but still wanted to work within the industry, a friend of mine who works in consumer PR recommended it to me as an interesting, fast-paced career.

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THE BEST PART OF MY JOB IS... that I can be creative and strategic at the same time. It is a buzzy and exciting environment to work in and has offered me so many exciting opportunities.

Working in an agency also offers the chance to work with and learn from a group of talented and interesting people, as well as work across a varied portfolio of clients.

MY MOST MEMORABLE WORK MOMENT...

I’ve had so many amazing travel experiences during my three years at Mango PR. I’ve visited some fantastic countries, stayed in some beautiful hotels and met some fascinating people.

Notable memories include paddle-board yoga in Bali; a helicopter tour in Barcelona; camel trekking in India; wine tasting in Lanzarote; cycling through olive groves in Andalucía; and dolphin and whale-watching in Tenerife.

AT UNIVERSITY, I STUDIED... hispanic studies at University of Bristol, and graduated with a 2.1 in July 2014. I had no idea what I wanted to do when I left university, but I knew that I’d prefer to work in a career in which I could travel and use my Spanish skills. It seems I lucked out on both!

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1. How to sew on a button

Thread the button on to your needle and tie a knot on the end. Push the needle through the fabric under the button, then push it through again, this time down the button-hole, directly opposite the first hole. Repeat this going back up through the first button hole and back down through the second. Do this three times, then push the needle back up through the third hole, and back down through the fourth hole. Repeat three times, so there's a cross of stitches on top of the button. Cut the remaining thread with scissors just above the knot.

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6. How to remove grease stains from clothes Avoid sponging a grease stain with cold water, as this can make it more difficult to get out. If the stain is fresh, try dish detergent, as it doesn't contain harsh chemicals so shouldn’t damage the fabric.

Use a small brush to scrub the stain in a circular motion. Leave to rest for 30 minutes, then wash on a heavy-duty cycle.

If the stain has already set, try dousing the stain with hairspray and leave to soak for 30 mins, or scrub in shampoo and leave to set for 10-15 mins. Aloe vera gel also works well – rub into the stain vigorously, then wash clothing in cold water.

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2. How to roast a chicken and make gravy

Rub the chicken with oil or softened butter and season well. Place in a roasting tray and put into an oven preheated to 190c/ gas 5, with the legs pointing towards the rear of the oven. Roast for about 60-90 mins depending on the weight of the bird or until the juices run clear. For gravy, add veg, such as onions, carrots and unpeeled garlic, to the roasting tin. Once the meat is cooked, set aside and remove the veg. Put the tray on the hob over a medium heat.

Add a glass of wine and stock, and boil until at the required consistency.

4. How to use a washing machine

Check the tags on your garments for any specific washing instructions, and separate your laundry by colour. For clothes that have fewer stains, a 60-minute wash at 30c will suffice, but for white sheets and towels, a 60-degree wash is the best way to kill off germs and remove hard stains.

Choose a washing cycle and water temperature – you should check your machine’s instructions to decipher which button does what. Load the machine, being careful not to overload, and add laundry detergent and fabric softener.

7. How to save money on your bills

If you,re a confident haggler, you could save a fortune on your bills for mobile, TV, broadband, energy and more. Do your research first – use comparison websites to find out the market price, or check if your items are being sold cheaper elsewhere and ask the seller to “price match”. Ask for more of a discount than you’d be happy with, as you’re more likely to end up with a compromise somewhere closer to what you want. Avoid being rude or confrontational – remember that you want them to say “yes”!

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A chemical sink unblocker usually does the trick, but if you’d rather save some pennies (and help them environment) by opting for a more natural solution, pour a cup of baking soda down the sink (when it’s dry), ensuring the powder makes it all the way down the drain. Next, pour two cups of boiling water in and wait a few minutes. Add one more cup of baking soda, plus a cup of white wine vinegar.

Plug the drain and you’ll notice a few bubbles emitting – once these disappear, add two more cups of boiling water.

You’ll know that your iron needs to be descaled when it starts to deposit chalky mess on to your clothing. If it doesn’t have a self-cleaning system, pour equal parts white vinegar and water into the water reservoir until it is a third full. Turn it on to medium heat and allow to steam for about five to 10 minutes while standing, so all the vinegar evaporates.

Fill the chamber with fresh water and turn the iron on again to flush through traces of mineral deposits and vinegar.

Wipe the underside of the iron and steam vents with a paper towel.

8. How to store your food properly

To avoid being struck down by food poisoning, always follow the instructions on the label! Eat leftovers within two days, except cooked rice, which should be eaten within one day. Keep leftovers sealed with clingfilm or in plastic containers so they stay fresh. Do not store food in opened cans, as the tin from the can might leak into the food. Raw meat should be kept on the bottom shelf of the fridge, and if you want to freeze food, do so before the use-by date.

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MY UNI, MY CAREER We catch up with five graduates to discover how they made the transition from university to the world of work

1 Rupert Myers

Barrister, 31 Law, Emmanuel College, University of Cambridge Having enjoyed the intellectual challenge of work experience with a law firm, I decided to apply for a law degree at Emmanuel College at the University of Cambridge. I loved my time at university, but if I could have done anything differently I would perhaps have had the confidence to take another degree first then convert to law. The many extra years of studying made that seem off-putting, but with hindsight, a few more years of studying might have been fun. The subject was far less creative than I’d hoped, and much more about memorising thousands of case names and judgments. Law is a super-competitive field, and there’s probably a glut of would-be lawyers. My advice would be to brace yourself for the competition ahead, and be sure that it’s for you before throwing money at expensive legal qualifications which aren’t helpful unless you become a lawyer!

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2 GREG MILNER Trainee accountant, 24 Physics, Durham University

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I studied maths, further maths, physics and chemistry at A-Level and, due to my interest in planes and racing cars, I decided to study aeronautical engineering. My first choice was Imperial College, London, as it is very specialised in the science and engineering sector. However, once there I discovered that I didn’t enjoy this aspect of the course. I missed doing practical experiments on various topics. I knew I wanted to be at university but it was the wrong course and city for me. After the first term, I took a year out and reapplied – this time for physics as it was my favourite subject at school. I chose Durham, my second choice the previous year, for its impressive physics department and leading astronomical research. Although a tough course, I enjoyed it a lot.

However, I knew my future wouldn’t be directly related to physics but in the financial sector, particularly accountancy. I was attracted to this career for its great variety and prospects. After I graduated, I got a two-week placement at a firm and they offered me a permanent job and to finance my accountancy exams.

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Sociology teacher, 26 Sociology, Manchester Metropolitan University After growing up in a quiet village, a busy urban university was everything I was looking for – and the diversity of Manchester complemented my sociology degree. I spent three years studying subjects across the social sciences, from traditional Marxism to the social implications of urban planning. Part of the second year of my course involved a short volunteering placement. Despite being far more interested in reading than being involved with the community by this point, I nonetheless organised a placement in a local comprehensive secondary school. I spent most of my 50 placement hours helping children with little or no English learn to read. From there I studied a PGCE in secondary social sciences at the University of Leicester and I now teach at Bedford Academy.

4 SOPHIE FREEMAN

I have worked as a midwife for the past three and a half years. While growing up I was fascinated with how the human body worked and anything pregnancy related.

Following on from some work experience, I decided to apply for a place at Southampton to start a degree in midwifery. The next three years consisted of lectures, placements and a lot of revising and assignments. Although a very intense course, the degree was exactly how I imagined it to be. I loved every minute of university – it opened up so many different opportunities and gave me a great sense of independence. I decided to stay in Southampton once I qualified and work at Princess Anne Hospital. I love my job just as much now as I did back on my first day of placement as a nervous student!

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Assistant editor, 29 English literature, Newcastle University Aside from entertaining the idea of becoming a lifeguard when I was four years old, I have always aspired to be a writer. It therefore seemed very natural for me to study English literature at an institution as vibrant as Newcastle University. I’m eternally grateful to my lecturers for giving me the confidence to express my ideas, whether I was unravelling The Canterbury Tales or fathoming the definition of the Cyberpunk genre. When working for an art magazine, I take the same critical eye with me to every exhibition and artist’s studio. Better still, I have the confidence to speak up when analysing a piece of art, only now I have the added excitement of journeying through layers of paint, too!

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Vibrant, inclusive, busy.

industry is also all about networking, so I’d say it’s still important to be a team player.

Where did you live and who did you live with?

I lived in a flat with my best friend, who also happens to be an incredible songwriter!

A double maths session or an afternoon of art?

An afternoon of art – always.

What did you study?

Vocals – BA (Hons) in professional musicianship. The course covered everything from vocal techniques and music theory, to solo performance and the business skills required to work in the music industry.

Who was your best friend?

H and JB (nicknames). Both are now working within the music industry as incredibly versatile performers.

Did you attend all your lectures?

I would like to say yes, but I don’t think anyone attends all of their lectures...

Where did you hang out?

There used to be a club on the seafront called Digital, which was our regular haunt.

Which lecturer stays with you to this day?

Jon Stewart, who is the king of everything musical! To this day, I still refer back to things he taught me. He is a fountain of knowledge and anyone who is taught by him should count themselves lucky!

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A professional musicianship degree from BIMM Brighton has led to an exciting career under the spotlight for this alumna How would your lecturers remember you?

I think they would remember me as eager. Some may confuse this as being a “teacher’s pet”, but I’ve always loved education.

Any funny moments worth recounting?

Being naive enough to think a denim jacket would keep me warm when I went out in Brighton’s -2c temperatures!

Were you an all-star sports captain or outside field lingerer?

I think I dabbled in both extremes, dependant on my confidence levels that day.

Coursework: all done by Friday night or left until the day of submission?

I would usually have it all done

by Friday, so I could keep the weekend free for partying!

Are you a team player or out for yourself?

In the music industry, I think most people would assume that being out for yourself is the right way to go, but this

Above, Lucy graduated with a 2.1 from BIMM Brighton

What grade did you get at the end of your studies?

I achieved a 2.1 in my degree, which I was delighted with!

Did you know what you wanted to do when you left university?

Yes, I’ve always had a very clear idea in my mind of what direction I want my career to go in. I’m working gradually towards it. I’ve wanted to be a professional musician for so long, and was even lucky enough to meet my band mates while attending uni!

Finally, what piece of advice would you give Sixth Formers heading off to university?

Work harder than you think you need to. Be a sponge and soak up as much knowledge as possible. Remember that you only get out what you put in, so give it your all, but don’t burn out. Sometimes it’s good to play just as hard.

“I’ve wanted to be a professional musician for so long, and was even lucky enough to meet my band mates while attending uni!”

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Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design

HULT International Business School

Conservatoire for Dance & Drama

The Institute of Cancer Research University of London

London, W1D 4DR www.condenastcollege.ac.uk 020 7152 3435 Higher education college London, WC1H 9JJ www.cdd.ac.uk 020 7387 5101 Higher education college

The Courtauld Institute of Art London, WC2R 0RN www.courtauld.ac.uk 020 7848 2777 University

Eastman Dental Institute University College London London, WC1X 8LD www.ucl.ac.uk/eastman 020 3456 1092 University

London Greater London

American Intercontinental University London, W1U 4RY www.aiuniv.edu 020 7467 5640 University

BIMM London

London, SW6 1EN www.bimm.co.uk 0208 749 3131 Higher education college

Birkbeck, University of London London, WC1E 7HX www.bbk.ac.uk 020 7631 6000 University

British College of Osteopathic Medicine London, NW3 5HR www.bcom.ac.uk 020 7435 6464 Higher education college

British Institute of Technology London, E7 9HZ www.bite.ac.uk 020 8552 3071 Higher education college

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Camberwell College of Arts London, SE5 8UF www.arts.ac.uk/camberwell 020 7514 6302 University

Chelsea College of Art & Design London, SW1P 4JU www.chelsea.arts.ac.uk 020 7514 7751 University

Chartered College of Teaching London, WC1H 0EH www.chartered.college 020 7911 5589 Higher education college

Christie’s Education

London, W1W 5BD www.christies.edu 020 7665 4350 Higher education college

City, University of London London, EC1V 0HB www.city.ac.uk 020 7040 5060 University

The City Law School London, WC1R 5DX www.city.ac.uk/law 020 7040 5060 University

ESCP Europe

London NW3 7BG www.escpeurope.eu 020 7443 8800 Higher education college

EF International Language Schools London, SE1 8SS www.ef.co.uk 020 7341 8500 Higher education college

European School of Economics London W1U 2BG www.eselondon.ac.uk 020 7935 3896 Higher education college

Goldsmiths University of London London, SE14 6NW gold.ac.uk 020 7919 7171 University

Greenwich School of Management London, SE10 8RD www.gsm.org.uk 020 8516 7800 Higher education college

Guildhall School of Music & Drama London, EC2Y 8DT www.gsmd.ac.uk 020 7628 2571 Higher education college

London, E1 1LD www.hult.edu 020 7636 5667 Higher education college London, SW7 3RP www.icr.ac.uk 020 7352 8133 University

Imperial College London London, SW7 2AZ www.imperial.ac.uk 020 7589 5111 University

Institute of Education London London, WC1H 0AL www.ioe.ac.uk 020 7612 6000 Higher education college

Institute of Historical Research London, WC1E 7HU www.history.ac.uk 020 7862 8740 University

Islamic College

London, NW10 2SW www.islamic-college.ac.uk 020 8451 9993 Higher education college

Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts London, EC1M 7AJ www.italiaconti.com 020 7608 0044 Higher education college

Kensington College of Business London, WC2B 4AU www.kensingtoncoll.ac.uk 020 7404 6330 Higher education college

King’s College London London, WC2R 2LS www.kcl.ac.uk 020 7836 5454 University

Kingston University

Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 1LQ www.kingston.ac.uk 020 8417 9000 University

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London Business School London, NW1 4SA www.london.edu 020 7000 7000 University

London College of Communication London, SE1 6SB www.lcc.arts.ac.uk 020 7514 6500 Higher education college

London College of Fashion London, W1G 0BJ www.fashion.arts.ac.uk 020 7514 7400 Higher education college

The London Institute of Banking and Finance London, EC3R 8LJ www.libf.ac.uk 012 2781 8609 University

London Metropolitan University London, N7 8DB www.londonmet.ac.uk 020 7133 4200 University

The London School of Economics and Political Science London, WC2A 2AE www.lse.ac.uk 020 7405 7686 University

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine London, WC1E 7HT www.lshtm.ac.uk 020 7636 8636 Higher education college

London South Bank University London, SE1 0AA www.lsbu.ac.uk 0800 923 8888 University

London Studio Centre

London, N12 0GA www.londonstudiocentre.org 020 7837 7741 Higher education college

Middlesex University London, NW4 4BT www.mdx.ac.uk 020 8411 5000 University

New College of the Humanities London, WC1B 3HH www.nchlondon.ac.uk 0207 637 4550 Higher education college

Queen Mary University of London London, E1 4NS www.qmul.ac.uk 020 7975 5555 University

Ravensbourne

London, SE10 0EW www.ravensbourne.ac.uk 020 3040 3500 Higher education college

Regent London

London, WC2N 6DF www.regent.org.uk 020 7872 6620 Higher education college

Regent’s University London

Royal Academy of Music London, NW1 5HT www.ram.ac.uk 020 7873 7373 Higher education college

University College London

Royal College of Art

University of Cumbria English Street Campus

London, NW3 3HY www.cssd.ac.uk 020 7722 8183 Higher education college London, SW7 2EU www.rca.ac.uk 020 7590 4444 Higher education college

Royal College of Music London, SW7 2BS www.rcm.ac.uk 020 7591 4300 University

Royal College of Nursing London, W1G 0RN www.rcn.org.uk 020 7409 3333 Higher education college

Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists London, SE1 1NX www.rcslt.org 020 7378 1200 Higher education college

Royal College of Surgeons London, WC2A 3PE www.rcseng.ac.uk 020 7405 3474 Higher education college

Royal Veterinary College University of London London, NW1 0TU www.rvc.ac.uk 020 7468 5000 Higher education college

School of Advanced Study University of London London, WC1E 7HU www.sas.ac.uk 020 7862 8846 Higher education college

School of Oriental & African Studies University of London London, WC1H 0XG www.soas.ac.uk 020 7898 4700 Higher education college

School of Slavonic & East European Studies University College London London, WC1H 0BW www.ucl.ac.uk/ssees 020 7679 8000 Higher education college

School of Technology and Management London, SE1 6TE 020 7378 9061 Higher education college

Slade School of Fine Art London, WC1E 6BT www.ucl.ac.uk/slade 020 7679 2313 Higher education college

St George’s University of London London, SW17 0RE www.sgul.ac.uk 020 8672 9944 University

St Mary’s University

Twickenham, TW1 4SX www.stmarys.ac.uk 020 8240 4000 University

Richmond The American International University in London

Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

Royal Academy of Dramatic Art London, WC1E 6ED www.rada.ac.uk 020 7636 7076 Higher education college

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London, WC1N 3BG www.ucl.ac.uk/ion 020 3456 7890 University

Royal Central School of Speech & Drama

London, NW1 4NS www.regents.ac.uk 020 7487 7505 University

Richmond, TW10 6JP www.richmond.ac.uk 0208 332 8200 University

UCL Institute of Neurology

London, SE10 9JF www.trinitylaban.ac.uk 020 8305 4444 Higher education college

UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health London, WC1N 1EH www.ucl.ac.uk/ich 020 7242 9789 University

London, WC1E 6BT www.ucl.ac.uk 020 7679 2000 University London, E14 6JE www.cumbria.ac.uk 020 7517 4800 University

University of East London London, E16 2RD www.uel.ac.uk 020 8223 3000 University

University of Greenwich London, SE10 9LS www.gre.ac.uk 020 8331 9000 University

The University of Law, Bloomsbury Campus London, WC1E 7DE www.law.ac.uk 0800 289 997 University

The University of Law, Moorgate Campus London, EC1Y 8HQ www.law.ac.uk 0800 289 997 University

University of Notre Dame London, SW1Y 4HG www.nd.edu 020 7484 7800 University

University College of Osteopathy London, SE1 0BQ www.uco.ac.uk 020 7089 5316 Higher education college

University of Roehampton London, SW15 5PU www.roehampton.ac.uk 020 8392 3000 University

University of the Arts Central Saint Martins London, N1C 4AA www.arts.ac.uk/csm 020 7514 7444 Higher education college

Middlesex

Brunel University Uxbridge, UB8 3PH www.brunel.ac.uk 01895 274 000 University

South

Berkshire

Henley Business School University of Reading Reading, RG9 3AU www.henley.ac.uk 01491 571 454 University

University of Reading Reading, RG6 6AH www.reading.ac.uk 01189 875 123 University

Buckinghamshire Bucks New University

High Wycombe, HP11 2JZ www.bucks.ac.uk 01494 522 141 University

Institute of Continuing Education Cambridge, CB23 8AQ www.ice.cam.ac.uk 01223 746 222 Higher education college

The Open University

Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA www.open.ac.uk 0300 303 5303 University

University of Buckingham Buckingham, MK18 1EG www.buckingham.ac.uk 01280 814 080 University

Hampshire

Havant & South Downs College Havant Campus Hampshire, PO9 1QL www.hsdc.ac.uk 02393 879 999 Higher education college

Lewis School of English Southampton, SO14 1LL www.lewis-school.co.uk 02380 228 203 Higher education college

University of the Arts London

LSI Portsmouth (Language Specialists International)

University of West London

Southampton Solent University

University of Westminster

University of Portsmouth

Urdang Academy

University of Southampton

Waltham Forest College

University of Winchester

Wimbledon College of Art

Wessex Institute

Wimbledon School of English

Winchester School of English

London, WC1V 7EY www.arts.ac.uk 020 7514 6000 University London, W5 5RF www.uwl.ac.uk 0800 036 888 University

London, W1B 2HW www.westminster.ac.uk 020 7911 5000 University

London, EC1R 4RP www.theurdangacademy.com 020 7713 7710 Higher education college London, E17 4JB www.waltham.ac.uk 020 8501 8000 Higher education college

London, SW19 3QA www.arts.co.uk/wimbledon 020 7514 9641 Higher education college

London, SW19 4JZ www.wimbledon-school.ac.uk 020 8947 1921 Higher education college

Portsmouth, PO1 2AH www.lsi-portsmouth.co.uk 02392 291 811 Higher education college

Southampton, SO14 0YN www.solent.ac.uk 023 8201 3000 University Portsmouth, PO1 2UP www.port.ac.uk 02392 848 484 University

Southampton, SO17 1BJ www.southampton.ac.uk 023 8059 5000 University Winchester, SO22 4NR www.winchester.ac.uk 01962 841 515 University

Southampton, SO40 7AA www.wessex.ac.uk 02380 293 223 Higher education college Winchester, SO23 7DX www.winchester-english.co.uk 01962 851 844 Higher education college

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All Souls College Oxford Oxford, OX1 4AL asc.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 379 University

Aspect College Oxford Oxford, OX2 6JU www.studystay.com 020 8727 3550 Higher education college

Balliol College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3BJ www.balliol.ox.ac.uk 01865 277 777 University

Blackfriars College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3LY www.bfriars.ox.ac.uk 01865 278 400 University

Brasenose College Oxford Oxford, OX1 4AJ www.bnc.ox.ac.uk 01865 277 830 University

Campion Hall Oxford Oxford, OX1 1QS www.campion.ox.ac.uk 01865 286 100 University

Christ Church College Oxford Oxford, OX1 1DP www.chch.ox.ac.uk 01865 276 150 University

Corpus Christi College Oxford Oxford, OX1 4JF www.ccc.ox.ac.uk 01865 276 700 University

Exeter College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3DP www.exeter.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 600 University

Green Templeton College Oxford Oxford, OX2 6HG www.gtc.ox.ac.uk 01865 274 770 University

Harris Manchester College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3TD www.hmc.ox.ac.uk 01865 271 006 University

Hertford College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3BW www.hertford.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 400 University

Jesus College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3DW www.jesus.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 700 University

Keble College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3PG www.keble.ox.ac.uk 01865 272 727 University

Kellogg College Oxford Oxford, OX2 6PN www.kellogg.ox.ac.uk 01865 612 000 University

Lady Margaret Hall Oxford Oxford, OX2 6QA www.lmh.ox.ac.uk 01865 274 300 University

Linacre College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3JA www.linacre.ox.ac.uk 01865 271 650 University

Mansfield College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3TF www.mansfield.ox.ac.uk 01865 270 999 University

Merton College Oxford Oxford, OX1 4JD www.merton.ox.ac.uk 01865 276 310 University

New College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3BN www.new.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 555 University

Nuffield College Oxford Oxford, OX1 1NF www.nuffield.ox.ac.uk 01865 278 500 University

Oriel College Oxford Oxford, OX1 4EW www.oriel.ox.ac.uk 01865 276 555 University

Oxford Brookes University Oxford, OX3 0BP www.brookes.ac.uk 01865 741 111 University

Oxford Brookes University School of Law Oxford, OX3 0BP www.law.brookes.ac.uk 01865 488 750 Higher education college

Oxford Centre for Mission Studies Oxford, OX2 6HR www.ocms.ac.uk 01865 556 071 Higher education college

St Edmund Hall Oxford Oxford, OX1 4AR www.seh.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 000 University

St Hilda’s College Oxford

Sidcup, DA15 9DF www.bruford.ac.uk 020 8308 2600 Higher education college

St Hugh’s College Oxford

Canterbury, CT1 3AN www.uca.ac.uk 01227 817 302 University

Oxford, OX4 1DY www.sthildas.ox.ac.uk 01865 276 884 University

Oxford, OX2 6LE www.st-hughs.ox.ac.uk 01865 274 900 University

St John’s College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3JP www.sjc.ox.ac.uk 01865 277 300 University

St Peter’s College Oxford Oxford, OX1 2DL www.spc.ox.ac.uk 01865 278 900 University

St Stephen’s House Oxford Oxford, OX4 1JX www.ssho.ox.ac.uk 01865 613 500 University

Trinity College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3BH www.trinity.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 900 University

University College Oxford Oxford, OX1 4BH www.univ.ox.ac.uk 01865 276 602 University

Oxford Media & Business School

University of Oxford

Oxford Princeton Programme

Wadham College Oxford

Oxford, OX1 1RR www.oxfordbusiness.co.uk 01865 240 963 Higher education college

Oxford, OX1 1ST www.oxfordprinceton.com 01865 250 521 Higher education college

Pembroke College Oxford Oxford, OX1 1DW www.pmb.ox.ac.uk 01865 276 444 University

Oxford, OX1 2JD www.ox.ac.uk 01865 270 000 University

Oxford, OX1 3PN www.wadham.ox.ac.uk 01865 277 900 University

Wolfson College Oxford Oxford, OX2 6UD www.wolfson.ox.ac.uk 01865 274 100 University

The Queen’s College Oxford

Worcester College Oxford

Regent’s Park College Oxford

Wycliffe Hall Oxford

Oxford, OX1 4AW www.queens.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 120 University Oxford, OX1 2LB www.rpc.ox.ac.uk 01865 288 120 University

School of Education Oxford Brookes University

Oxford, OX2 9AT www.brookes.ac.uk/school-of-education 01865 488 272 Higher education college

Somerville College Oxford, OX2 6HD www.some.ox.ac.uk 01865 270 600 University

St Anne’s College Oxford Oxford, OX2 6HS www.st-annes.ox.ac.uk 01865 274 800 University

St Antony’s College Oxford Oxford, OX2 6JF www.sant.ox.ac.uk 01865 284 700 University

Oxford, OX1 2HB www.worc.ox.ac.uk 01865 278 300 University

Oxford, OX2 6PW www.wycliffehall.org.uk 01865 274 200 University

South East

Hertfordshire

Ashridge Business School Berkhamsted, HP4 1NS www.ashridge.ac.uk 01442 843 491 Higher education college

St Edmund’s College Summer School Ware, SG11 1DS www.stedmundscollege.com 01920 823 301 Higher education college

Carshalton College

Carshalton, SM5 2EJ www.carshalton.ac.uk 020 8544 4444 Higher education college

East Surrey College

Redhill, RH1 2JX www.esc.ac.uk 01737 772 611 Higher education college

Guildford College

Guildford, GU1 1EZ www.guildford.ac.uk 01483 448 500 Higher education college

Nescot College

Epsom, KT17 3DS www.nescot.ac.uk 020 8394 3038 Higher education college

Royal Holloway University of London Egham, TW20 0EX www.royalholloway.ac.uk 01784 434 455 University

The University of Law, Guildford Campus Guildford, GU3 1HA www.law.ac.uk 01483 216 658 University

University of Surrey Guildford, GU2 7XH www.surrey.ac.uk 01483 300 800 University

East Sussex BIMM Brighton

East Sussex, BN3 1EL www.bimm.co.uk 01273 626 666 Higher Education College

Brighton School of Business and Management Brighton, BN1 9SB www.brightonsbm.com 01273 704 463 Higher education college

City College Brighton and Hove Brighton, BN1 4FA www.gbmc.ac.uk/brighton 01273 667 788 Higher education college

Regent Brighton

Canterbury, CT1 1QU www.canterbury.ac.uk 01227 767 700 University

Brighton, BN2 4AT www.brighton.ac.uk 01273 600 900 University

St Catherine’s College Oxford

European School of Osteopathy

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Kent

Magdalen College Oxford

Oxford, OX1 3UJ www.stcatz.ox.ac.uk 01865 271 700 University

Canterbury, CT2 7NZ www.kent.ac.uk 01227 764000 University

Eastbourne, BN21 2UF www.sussexdowns.ac.uk 030 300 39551 Higher education college

Hatfield, AL10 9AB www.herts.ac.uk 01707 284 000 University

Canterbury Christ Church University

Oxford, OX1 4AU www.magd.ox.ac.uk 01865 276 000 University

University of Kent

University of Hertfordshire

St Benet’s Hall Oxford Oxford, OX1 3LN www.st-benets.ox.ac.uk 01865 280 556 University

University for the Creative Arts

Hove, BN3 3EW www.regent.org.uk 01273 731 684 Higher education college

Lincoln College Oxford Oxford, OX1 3DR www.linc.ox.ac.uk 01865 279 800 University

Rose Bruford College of Theatre & Performance

Maidstone, ME16 8SL www.eso.ac.uk 01622 671 558 Higher education college

Sussex Downs College

University of Brighton

University of Sussex Brighton, BN1 9RH www.sussex.ac.uk 01273 606 755 University

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Brinsbury Campus Chichester College Pulborough, RH20 1DL www.chichester.ac.uk 01243 786 321 Higher education college

Chichester College of Art Chichester, PO19 1SB www.chichester.ac.uk 01243 786 321 Higher education college

Crawley College

Crawley, RH10 1NR www.crawley.ac.uk 01293 442 200 Higher education college

Collyer’s

Horsham, RH12 2EJ www.collyers.ac.uk 01403 210 822 Higher education college

University of Chichester Chichester, PO19 6PE www.chi.ac.uk 01243 816 000 University

South West

Channel Islands Guernsey College of Further Education

Guernsey, GY1 2TT www.guernseycollege.ac.gg 01481 737 500 Higher education college

Highlands College

Jersey, JE4 9QA www.highlands.ac.uk 01534 608 608 Higher education college

Cornwall

Camborne School of Mines Penryn,TR10 9EZ emps.exeter.ac.uk/csm 01326 370 400 Higher education college

Cornwall College

Newquay Campus Newquay, TR7 2LZ www.cornwall.ac.uk 0330 123 2523 Higher education college

Cornwall College Camborne Campus Redruth, TR15 3RD www.cornwall.ac.uk 0330 123 2523 Higher education college

Cornwall College Saltash Campus Saltash, PL12, 4AE www.cornwall.ac.uk 0330 123 2523 Higher education college

Cornwall College St Austell Campus St. Austell, PL25 4DJ www.cornwall.ac.uk 0330 123 2523 Higher education college

Duchy College Rosewarne Camborne, TR14 0AB www.duchy.ac.uk 0330 123 2523 Higher education college

Falmouth Marine School Falmouth, TR11 3QS www.cornwall.ac.uk 0330 123 4783 Higher education college

Falmouth School of Art Falmouth, TR10 9FE www.falmouth.ac.uk 01326 370 400 Higher education college

Truro College

Truro, TR1 3XX www.truro-penwith.ac.uk 01872 267 000 Higher education college

Devon

Aspect College

Paignton, TQ4 5LH Higher education college

Bicton College

Budleigh, Salterton, EX9 7BY www.bicton.ac.uk 01395 562 400 Higher education college

City College Plymouth Plymouth, PL1 5QG www.cityplym.ac.uk 01752 305 300 Higher education college

Devon School of English Paignton, TQ3 2AF www.devonschool.co.uk 01803 559 718 Higher education college

Exeter College

Exeter, EX4 4JS www.exe-coll.ac.uk 01392 400 500 Higher education college

International House Torquay Torquay, TQ1 3BB www.tisenglish.co.uk 01803 295 576 Higher education college

Language in Totnes

Totnes, TQ9 5RZ www.englishintotnes.com 01803 865 722 Higher education college

Mayflower College

Plymouth, PL1 3BY www.maycoll.co.uk 01752 673 784 Higher education college

Meridian School of English Plymouth, PL4 6LF www.meridianenglish.com 0845 673 3007 Higher education college

Plymouth College of Art Plymouth, PL4 8AT www.plymouthart.ac.uk 01752 203 434 Higher education college

Plymouth Marjon University (St Mark & St John) Plymouth, PL6 8BH www.marjon.ac.uk 01752 636 700 University

Plymouth University Plymouth, PL4 8AA www.plymouth.ac.uk 01752 600 600 University

Schumacher College

Totnes, TQ9 6EA www.schumachercollege.org.uk 01803 865 934 Higher education college

Suzanne Sparrow Language School Plymouth, PL4 6AL www.sparrow.co.uk 01752 222 700 Higher education college

Torbay Language Centre Paignton, TQ4 5LH www.lalschools.com 01803 558 555 Higher education college

Falmouth University

Torquay International School

Falmouth, TR10 9FE www.falmouth.ac.uk 01326 370 400 University

Torquay, TQ1 3HY www.tisenglish.co.uk 01803 295 576 Higher education college

Truro College

University of Exeter

Penzance, TR18 2SA www.truro-penwith.ac.uk 01736 335 000 Higher education college

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Exeter, EX4 4QJ www.exeter.ac.uk 01392 661 000 University

The University of Law, Exeter Campus University of Exeter, EX4 4RJ www.law.ac.uk 0800 289 997 University

Dorset

Anglo European College of Chiropractic Bournemouth, BH5 2DF www.aecc.ac.uk 01202 436 200 Higher education college

Aspect College Bournemouth Bournemouth, BH4 9EF www.studystay.com 020 8727 3550 Higher education college

Arts University Bournemouth Poole, BH12 5HH www.aub.ac.uk 01202 533 011 University

Bournemouth & Poole College Poole, BH14 0LS www.thecollege.co.uk 01202 205 205 Higher education college

Bournemouth University Poole, BH12 5BB www1.bournemouth.ac.uk 01202 524 111 University

Eurocentres Bournemouth Bournemouth, BH1 1HZ www.eurocentres.co.uk 01202 554 426 Higher education college

Kingston Maurward College Dorchester, DT2 8PY www.kmc.ac.uk 01305 215 215 Higher education college

Music Research Institute Christchurch, BH23 5QL www.mri.ac.uk 07949 311 437 Higher education college

Weymouth College

Weymouth, DT4 7LQ www.weymouth.ac.uk 01305 761 100 Higher education college

Gloucestershire

The Business Hub Gloucestershire College Gloucester, GL1 2LG www.gloscol.ac.uk 0345 155 2020 Higher education college

Cirencester College

Cirencester, GL7 1XA www.cirencester.ac.uk 01285 640 994 Higher education college

Gloucestershire College Cheltenham Campus Cheltenham, GL51 7SJ www.gloscol.ac.uk 0345 155 2020 Higher education college

Gloucestershire College Cheltenham Construction School Cheltenham, GL51 9NB www.gloscol.ac.uk 0345 155 2020 Higher education college

Gloucestershire College Gloucester Campus Gloucester, GL2 5JQ www.gloscol.ac.uk 0345 155 2020 Higher education college

Gloucestershire College Forest of Dean Campus Coleford, GL16 7JT www.gloscol.ac.uk 0345 155 2020 Higher education college

Gloucestershire College Forest of Dean Five Acres Campus Coleford, GL16 7JT www.gloscol.ac.uk 0345 155 2020 Higher education college

Hartpury College

Gloucester, GL19 3BE www.hartpury.ac.uk 01452 702 244 Higher education college

National Star College Cheltenham, GL53 9QU www.nationalstar.org 01242 527 631 Higher education college

Royal Agricultural University Cirencester, GL7 6JS www.rau.ac.uk 01285 652 531 University

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College, Stroud Campus Stroud, GL5 4AH www.sgscol.ac.uk 01453 763 424 Higher education college

University of Gloucestershire Hardwick Centre for Art & Photography Cheltenham, GL50 4BS www.glos.ac.uk 03330 141 414 University

University of Gloucestershire Francis Close Hall Campus Cheltenham, GL50 4AS www.glos.ac.uk 01242 714 700 University

University of Gloucestershire Oxstalls Campus Gloucester, GL2 9HW www.glos.ac.uk 01242 715 200 University

University of Gloucestershire The Park Campus Cheltenham, GL50 2RH www.glos.ac.uk 0844 801 0001 University

Somerset Bath College

Radstock, BA1 1UP www.bathcollege.ac.uk 01225 312 191 Higher education college

Bath Spa University Bath, BA2 9BN www.bathspa.ac.uk 01225 875 875 University

BIMM Bristol

Bristol, BS2 8JN www.bimm.co.uk 0844 264 6666 Higher education college

Bristol Baptist College Bristol, BS8 3NJ www.bristol-baptist.ac.uk 01179 467 050 Higher education college

Bridgwater & Taunton College Bridgwater, TA6 4PZ www.bridgwater.ac.uk 01278 455 464 Further education college

Filton College

Bristol, BS34 7AT www.sgscol.ac.uk 01179 312 121 Higher education college

Strode College

Street, BA16 0AB www.strode-college.ac.uk 01458 844 400 Higher education college

Trinity College

Bristol, BS9 1JP www.trinitycollegebristol.ac.uk 01179 682 803 Higher education college

University of Bristol Bristol, BS8 1TH www.bris.ac.uk 01179 289 000 University

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University Centre Somerset Taunton, TA1 5AX www.somerset.ac.uk 01823 366 366 Higher education college

University of the West of England Bristol, BS16 1QY www.uwe.ac.uk 0117 965 6261 University

The University of Law, Bristol Campus Bristol, BS1 6HG www.law.ac.uk 0800 289 997 University

Weston College

Weston-super-Mare , BS23 2AL www.weston.ac.uk 01934 411 411 Higher education college

Yeovil College

Yeovil, BA21 4DR www.yeovil.ac.uk 01935 423 921 Higher education college

Wiltshire

New College Swindon Swindon, SN3 1AH www.newcollege.ac.uk 01793 611 470 Higher education college

Sarum College

Salisbury, SP1 2EE www.sarum.ac.uk 01722 424 800 Higher education college

Swindon College

Swindon, SN2 1YX www.swindon.ac.uk 01793 491 591 Higher education college

Clare College University of Cambridge

Newnham College University of Cambridge

Colchester Institute Braintree Campus

Clare Hall Cambridge

Pembroke College University of Cambridge

Colchester Institute Colchester Campus

Peterhouse University of Cambridge

East 15 Acting School

Cambridge, CB2 1TL www.clare.cam.ac.uk 01223 333 200 University

Cambridge, CB3 9AL www.clarehall.cam.ac.uk 01223 332 360 University

Corpus Christi College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB2 1RH www.corpus.cam.ac.uk 01223 338 000 University

Darwin College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB3 9EU www.darwin.cam.ac.uk 01223 335 660 University

Downing College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB2 1DQ www.dow.cam.ac.uk 01223 334 800 University

Cambridge, CB3 9DF www.newn.cam.ac.uk 01223 335 700 University Cambridge, CB2 1RF www.pem.cam.ac.uk 01223 338 100 University

Cambridge, CB2 1RD www.pet.cam.ac.uk 01223 338 200 University

Queens’ College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB3 9ET www.queens.cam.ac.uk 01223 335 500 University

Regent Cambridge

Cambridge, CB1 2AZ www.regent.org.uk 01223 312 333 Higher education college

Emmanuel College University of Cambridge

Robinson College University of Cambridge

Fitzwilliam College University of Cambridge

Selwyn College University of Cambridge

Cambridge, CB2 3AP www.emma.cam.ac.uk 01223 334 200 University

Cambridge, CB3 0DG www.fitz.cam.ac.uk 01223 223 000 University

Girton College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB3 0JG www.girton.cam.ac.uk 01223 338 999 University

Cambridge, CB3 9AN www.robinson.cam.ac.uk 01223 339 100 University Cambridge, CB3 9DQ www.sel.cam.ac.uk 01223 335 846 University

Sidney Sussex College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB2 3HU www.sid.cam.ac.uk 01223 338 800 University

Gonville and Caius College University of Cambridge

St Catharine’s College University of Cambridge

Wiltshire College, Salisbury Campus

Homerton College University of Cambridge

St Edmund’s College University of Cambridge

East Anglia

Hughes Hall College University of Cambridge

St John’s College University of Cambridge

Wiltshire College

Trowbridge, BA14 0ES www.wiltscoll.ac.uk 01225 350 035 Higher education college Salisbury, SP1 2LW www.wiltshire.ac.uk 01722 344 348 Higher education college

Cambridgeshire

Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge, CB1 1PT www.anglia.ac.uk 0845 271 3333 University

Bellerbys College

Cambridge, CB2 2JF www.bellerbys.com 01273 339 200 Higher education college

The Bell Language Schools Cambridge, CB2 0QU www.bellenglish.com 01223 275 598 Higher education college

University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB2 1TN www.cam.ac.uk 01223 337 733 University

Christ’s College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB2 3BU www.christs.cam.ac.uk 01223 334 900 University

Churchill College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB3 0DS www.chu.cam.ac.uk 01223 336 000 University

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Cambridge, CB2 1TA www.cai.cam.ac.uk 01223 332 400 University

Cambridge, CB2 2PH www.homerton.cam.ac.uk 01223 747 111 University Cambridge, CB1 2EW www.hughes.cam.ac.uk 01223 334 898 University

Jesus College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB5 8BL www.jesus.cam.ac.uk 01865 279 700 University

King’s College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB2 1ST www.kings.cam.ac.uk 01223 331 100 University

Lucy Cavendish College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB3 0BU www.lucy-cav.cam.ac.uk 01223 332 190 University

Magdalene College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB3 0AG www.magd.cam.ac.uk 01223 332 100 University

Murray Edwards College University of Cambridge

Cambridge, CB3 0DF www.murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk 01223 762 100 University

Cambridge, CB2 1RL www.caths.cam.ac.uk 01223 338 300 University

Cambridge, CB3 0BN www.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk 01223 336 250 University Cambridge, CB2 1TP www.joh.cam.ac.uk 01223 338 600 University

Trinity College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB2 1TQ www.trin.cam.ac.uk 01223 338 400 University

Trinity Hall College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB2 1TJ www.trinhall.cam.ac.uk 01223 332 500 University

University Centre Peterborough Peterborough, PE1 4DZ www.ucp.ac.uk 01733 214466 University

Wolfson College University of Cambridge Cambridge, CB3 9BB www.wolfson.cam.ac.uk 01223 335 900 University

Essex

Anglia Ruskin University Chelmsford Campus Chelmsford, CM1 1SQ www.anglia.ac.uk 0845 271 333 University

Braintree, CM7 5SN www.colchester.ac.uk 01376 321 711 Higher education college Colchester, CO3 3LL www.colchester.ac.uk 01206 712 000 Higher education college Loughton, IG10 3RY www.east15.ac.uk 020 8508 5983 Higher education college

University of Essex Colchester, CO4 3SQ www.essex.ac.uk 01206 873 333 University

Writtle University College Chelmsford, CM1 3RR www.writtle.ac.uk 01245 424 200 Higher education college

Norfolk

Easton & Otley College Norwich, NR9 5DX www.eastonotley.ac.uk 01603 731200 Higher education college

Norwich University of the Arts Norwich, NR2 4SN www.nua.ac.uk 01603 610 561 Higher education college

University of East Anglia Norwich, NR4 7TJ www.uea.ac.uk 01603 456 161 University

Suffolk

University of Suffolk Ipswich, IP4 1QJ www.uos.ac.uk 01473 338 000 University

East Midlands Bedfordshire

Cranfield University Bedford, MK43 0AL www.cranfield.ac.uk 01234 750 111 University

CILEx Law School

Bedford, MK42 7AB www.cilexlawschool.ac.uk 01234 844 300 Higher education college

University of Bedfordshire Bedford, MK41 9EA www.beds.ac.uk 01234 400 400 University

University of Bedfordshire Luton, LU1 3JU www.beds.ac.uk 01234 400 400 University

Derbyshire

University of Derby Derby, DE22 1GB www.derby.ac.uk 01332 590 500 University

Leicestershire

De Montfort University Leicester, LE1 9BH www.dmu.ac.uk 01162 551 551 University

Loughborough University Loughborough, LE11 3TU www.lboro.ac.uk 01509 263 171 University

University of Leicester Leicester, LE1 7RH www.le.ac.uk 01162 522 522 University

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Bishop Grosseteste College University College Lincoln Lincoln, LN1 3DY www.bishopg.ac.uk 01522 527 347 Higher education college

University of Lincoln Lincoln, LN6 7TS www.lincoln.ac.uk 01522 882 000 University

Northamptonshire Newark College

Newark, NG24 1PB www.lincolncollege.ac.uk 01636 680 680 Higher education College

University of Northampton Northampton, NN2 7AL www.northampton.ac.uk 01604 735500 University

Stafford College

Stafford, ST16 2QR www.staffordcoll.ac.uk 01785 223 800 Higher education college

Staffordshire University Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 2DE www.staffs.ac.uk 01782 294 000 University

Stoke on Trent College Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 1JJ www.stokecoll.ac.uk 01782 208 208 Higher education college

Warwickshire

North Warwickshire and Hinckley College Atherstone, CV9 1LF www.nwhc.ac.uk 024 7624 3000 Higher education college

Stratford-upon-Avon College

Nottingham Trent University

Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 9QR www.stratford.ac.uk 01789 266 245 Higher education college

St John’s Nottingham

Warwick, CV35 9BL www.wcg.ac.uk 0300 456 0047 Higher education college

Nottinghamshire Nottingham, NG1 4BU www.ntu.ac.uk 01159 418 418 University

Nottingham, NG9 3DS www.stjohns-nottm.ac.uk 01159 251 114 Higher education college

University of Nottingham Nottingham, NG7 2RD www.nottingham.ac.uk 01159 515 151 University

West Midlands Herefordshire

Hereford College of Art and Design Hereford, HR1 1LT www.hca.ac.uk 01432 273 359 Higher education college

Herefordshire and Ludlow College Hereford, HR1 1LS www.hlcollege.ac.uk 0800 032 1986 Higher education college

Shropshire

Harper Adams University College Newport, TF10 8NB www.harper-adams.ac.uk 01952 820 280 University

Lydbury English Centre Lydbury North, SY7 8AU www.lydbury.co.uk 01588 680 123 Higher education college

New College

Telford, TF1 1NY www.nct.ac.uk 01952 641 892 Higher education college

Shrewsbury College of Art & Technology Shrewsbury, SY2 6PR www.shrewsbury.ac.uk 01743 342 342 Higher education college

Telford College of Art & Technology Telford, TF1 2NP www.tcat.ac.uk 01952 642 200 Higher education college

Staffordshire

Buxton & Leek College Leek, ST13 6DP www.blc.ac.uk 0800 074 0099 Higher education college

Keele University

Newcastle, ST5 5BG www.keele.ac.uk 01782 732 000 University

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WCG Moreton Morrell College

WCG Royal Leamington Spa College Leamington Spa, CV32 5JE www.warwickshire.ac.uk 0300 456 0047 Higher education college

WCG Rugby College

Rugby, CV21 1AR www.warwickshire.ac.uk 01788 338 800 Higher education college

WCG Trident College Warwick, CV34 6SW www.warwickshire.ac.uk 0300 456 0047 Higher education college

Heart of Worcestershire College Worcester, WR1 2JF www.howcollege.ac.uk 0844 880 2500 Higher education college

Henley College

Coventry, CV2 1ED www.henley-cov.ac.uk 01491 579988 Higher education college

The Homeopathy College

Oldbury, B68 0DL www.homoeopathytraining.co.uk 01803 865780 Higher education college

Kingsway English Centre Worcester, WR1 1EE www.kingsway-english.com 01905 619 877 Higher education college

Matthew Boulton College Birmingham, B74 2NW www.bmetc.ac.uk 0845 155 0101 Higher education college

Newman University Birmingham, B32 3NT www.newman.ac.uk 01214 761 181 University

North East Worcestershire College Bromsgrove, B60 1PQ www.howcollege.ac.uk 01527 570 020 Higher education college

Solihull College

Solihull, B91 1SB www.solihull.ac.uk 01216 787 000 Higher education college

South & City College Birmingham Birmingham, B5 5SU www.sccb.ac.uk 0800 111 6311 Higher education college

University of Birmingham

West Midlands

Birmingham, B15 2TT www.birmingham.ac.uk 01214 143 344 University

Birmingham, B4 7ET www.aston.ac.uk 01212 043 000 University

Birmingham, B42 2SU www.bcu.ac.uk 01213 315 000 University

Aston University

BIMM Birmingham

Birmingham, B5 5SR www.bimm.co.uk 08442 646 666 Higher education college

University of Central England

The University of Law, Birmingham Campus

Birmingham City University

Birmingham, B18 6AQ www.law.ac.uk 0800 289 997 University

Birmingham College of Food

Coventry, CV4 7AL www.warwick.ac.uk 02476 523 523 University

Bournville College

Wolverhampton, WV1 1LY www.wlv.ac.uk 01902 321 000 University

City College Coventry

Worcester, WR2 6AJ www.worc.ac.uk 01905 855 000 University

Birmingham, B42 2SU www.bcu.ac.uk 01213 315 000 University

Birmingham, B3 1JB www.ucb.ac.uk 01216 041 000 Higher education college Birmingham, B31, 2AJ www.bournville.ac.uk 0121 477 1300 Higher education college

Coventry, CV1 3GD www.coventrycollege.ac.uk 0247 6791 000 Higher education college

City of Wolverhampton College Wolverhampton, WV6 ODU www.wolvcoll.ac.uk 01902 836 000 Higher education college

Coventry University Coventry, CV1 5FB www.coventry.ac.uk 024 7765 7688 University

Dudley College of Technology Dudley, DY1 4AS www.dudleycol.ac.uk 01384 363 000 Higher education college

University of Warwick

University of Wolverhampton

University of Worcester

Walsall College of Arts and Technology Walsall, WS1 1XN www.walsallcollege.ac.uk 01922 657 000 Higher education college

WGS Pershore Campus Pershore, WR10 3JP www.warwickshire.ac.uk 0300 456 0047 Higher education college

North of England

University of Chester Warrington Campus Warrington, WA2 0DB www.chester.ac.uk 01925 534 206 University

The University of Law, Chester Campus Chester, CH3 7AB www.law.ac.uk 0800 289 997 University

County Durham Durham University Durham, DH1 3LE www.dur.ac.uk 01913 342 000 University

Cumbria

University of Cumbria Carlisle, CA2 5UF www.cumbria.ac.uk 0333 920 5058 University

University of Cumbria Ambleside Campus Ambleside, LA22 9BB www.cumbria.ac.uk 01539 430 274 University

University of Cumbria Fusehill Street Campus Carlisle, CA1 2HH www.cumbria.ac.uk 01228 616 234 University

Greater Manchester

Alliance Manchester Business School Manchester, M15 6PB www.mbs.ac.uk 0161 820 8344 Higher education college

BIMM Manchester

Manchester, M1 4EH www.bimm.co.uk 0844 2646 666 Higher education college

Manchester Metropolitan University Manchester, M15 6HB www.mmu.ac.uk 01612 471022 University

Royal Northern College of Music Manchester, M13 9RD www.rncm.ac.uk 01619 075 200 Higher education college

Salford City College Walkden Sixth Form Centre Manchester, M28 7QD www.salfordcc.ac.uk 01616 315 000 Higher education college

University of Bolton Bolton, BL3 5AB www.bolton.ac.uk 01204 900 600 University

University of Manchester Manchester, M13 9PL www.manchester.ac.uk 01613 066 000 University

University of Salford Salford, M5 4WT www.salford.ac.uk 01612 955 000 University

Isle of Man

Isle of Man College

Isle of Man IM2 6RB www.ucm.ac.im 01624 648 200 Higher education college

Cheshire

Lancashire

Chester, CH1 4BJ www.chester.ac.uk 01244 511 000 University

Blackpool FY1 4DW www.blackpool.ac.uk 01253 353353 Higher education college

University of Chester

Blackpool and the Fylde College

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DIRECTORY Edge Hill University Ormskirk, L39 4QP www.edgehill.ac.uk 01695 575 171 University

Runshaw Adult College

East Riding College Bridlington Campus

Bridlington, YO16 7JW www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk 0345 120 0044 Higher education college

Chorley, PR7 6AQ www.runshaw.ac.uk 01772 642 040 Higher education college

East Riding College Hull Campus

University Centre at Blackburn College

Hull College

Blackburn, BB2 1LH www.blackburn.ac.uk 01254 292 594 Higher education college

University of Central Lancashire Preston, PR1 2HE www.uclan.ac.uk 01772 201 201 University

University of Cumbria Lancaster Campus Lancaster, LA1 3JD www.cumbria.ac.uk 01524 590 800 University

University of Lancaster Lancaster, LA1 4YW www.lancs.ac.uk 01524 65 201 University

The University of Law, Manchester Campus Manchester, M1 4HJ www.law.ac.uk 0800 289 997 University

Liverpool

Liverpool Institute for the Performing Arts Liverpool, L1 9HF www.lipa.ac.uk 01513 303 000 Higher education college

Liverpool Hope University Liverpool, L16 9JD www.hope.ac.uk 01512 913 000 University

Liverpool John Moores University Liverpool, L3 2AJ www.ljmu.ac.uk 01512 315090 University

University of Liverpool Liverpool, L69 3BX www.liv.ac.uk 01517 942 000 University

Tyne & Wear

Newcastle University

Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU www.ncl.ac.uk 0191 208 6000 University

Newcastle-under-Lyme College Newcastle, ST5 2GB www.nulc.ac.uk 01782 715 111 Higher education college

Northumbria University

Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ST www.northumbria.ac.uk 0191 349 5901 University

University of Sunderland Sunderland, SR2 3SD www.sunderland.ac.uk 01915 152 000 University

East Yorkshire

Bishop Burton College Beverley, HU17 8QG www.bishopburton.ac.uk 01964 553 000 Higher education college

East Riding College Beverley Campus

Beverley, HU17 0GH www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk 0345 120 0044 Higher education college

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Hull, HU3 2DH www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk Higher education college Hull, HU1 3DG www.hull-college.ac.uk 01482 329943 Higher education college

The Hull York Medical School Hull, HU6 7RX www.hyms.ac.uk 01904 321782 University

University of Hull Hull, HU6 7RX www.hull.ac.uk 01482 346 311 University

North Yorkshire

Anglolang Academy of English Scarborough, YO12 5JX www.anglolang.com 01723 362 141 Higher education college

Askham Bryan College York, YO23 3FR www.askham-bryan.ac.uk 01904 772 277 Higher education college

Cleveland College of Art and Design Hartlepool, TS24 7EX www.ccad.ac.uk 01642 288 000 Higher education college

Craven College

Skipton, BD23 1US www.craven-college.ac.uk 01756 791 411 Higher education college

English in York College York, YO1 9ND www.english-in-york.co.uk 01904 636 771 Higher education college

English Language Centre York, YO1 8RA www.experienceenglish.com 01904 672 243 Higher education college

Melton College

York, YO24 4DH www.melton-college.co.uk 01904 622 250 Higher education college

Selby College

Selby, YO8 8AT www.selby.ac.uk 01757 211 000 Higher education college

Teesside University

Middlesbrough, TS1 3BX www.tees.ac.uk 01642 218 121 University

South Yorkshire

Shipley College

Barnsley, S70 2YW www.barnsley.ac.uk 01226 216 216 Higher education college

University of Bradford

Barnsley College

Doncaster College

Doncaster, DN1 3EX www.don.ac.uk 01302 553 553 Higher education college

Northern College

Barnsley, S75 3ET www.northern.ac.uk 01226 776 000 Higher education college

Sheffield College

Sheffield, S2 2YY www.sheffcol.ac.uk 01142 602 600 Higher education college

Sheffield Hallam University Sheffield, S1 1WB www.shu.ac.uk 01142 255 555 University

University of Sheffield Sheffield, S10 2TN www.shef.ac.uk 01142 222 000 University

West Yorkshire

University of Leeds Leeds, LS2 9JT www.leeds.ac.uk 01132 431 751 University

Wakefield College

Wakefield, WF1 2DH www.wakefield.ac.uk 01924 789 789 Higher education college

Scotland

Aberdeenshire Aberdeen College

Aberdare, AB25 1BN www.nescol.ac.uk 0300 330 5550 Higher education college

Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC)

Kirklees College Huddersfield Centre

University of Aberdeen

Leeds Beckett University

Forth Valley College

Huddersfield, HD1 3DH www.hud.ac.uk 01484 422 288 University

Huddersfield, HD1 5NN www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk 01484 437 000 Higher education college Leeds, LS1 3HE www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk 01132 812 0000 University

Leeds City College Keighley Campus

Keighley, BD21 3DF www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk 0113 386 1997 Higher education college

Leeds City College Park Lane Campus

Leeds, LS3 1AA www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk 0113 386 1997 Higher education college

Leeds City College Technology Campus

Leeds, LS2 8BL www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk 0843 515 7321 Higher education college

Leeds College of Art & Design

York St John University

Leeds College of Music

Yorkshire Coast College

Leeds Trinity University

Scarborough, YO12 5RN www.grimsbyinstitutegroup.co.uk 01723 361960 Higher education college

Leeds, LS1 5HD www.law.ac.uk 0800 289 997 University

Huddersfield University

York College

York, YO31 7EX www.yorksj.ac.uk 01904 624 624 University

The University of Law, Leeds Campus

Robert Gordon University

Bradford, BD7 1AY www.bradfordcollege.ac.uk 01274 433 333 Higher education college

University of York

York, YO23 2BB www.yorkcollege.ac.uk 01904 770 200 Higher education college

Bradford, BD7 1DP www.bradford.ac.uk 01274 232 323 University

Bradford College

Leeds City College Thomas Danby Campus

York, YO10 5DD www.york.ac.uk 01904 320 000 University

Shipley, BD18 3JW www.shipley.ac.uk 01274 327 222 Higher education college

Leeds, LS7 3BG www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk 0113 386 1997 Higher education college Leeds, LS2 9AQ www.leeds-art.ac.uk 01132 028 000 Higher education college Leeds, LS2 7PD www.lcm.ac.uk 01132 223 400 Higher education college Leeds, LS18 5HD www.leedstrinity.ac.uk 0113 283 7100 University

Aberdare, AB10 1FR www.rgu.ac.uk 01224 262 000 University

Aberdeen, AB21 9YA www.sruc.ac.uk/aberdeen 0131 535 4000 Higher education college Aberdare, AB24 3FX www.abdn.ac.uk 01224 272 000 University

Clackmannanshire

Falkirk, FK2 9AD www.forthvalley.ac.uk 01324 403 000 Higher education college

Dumfries & Galloway

Dumfries and Galloway College Dumfries, DG1 4FD www.dumgal.ac.uk 01387 734 000 Higher education college

Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) Dumfries, DG1 3NE www.sruc.ac.uk/barony 01307 860 251 Higher education college

University of the West of Scotland Dumfries, DG1 4ZN www.uws.ac.uk 013873 458 00 University

Dundee

Dundee College

Dundee, DD3 8LE www.dundeeandangus.ac.uk 0300 123 1010 Higher education college

University of Abertay Dundee, DD1 1HG www.abertay.ac.uk 01382 308 000 University

University of Dundee Dundee, DD1 4HN www.dundee.ac.uk 01382 383000 University

East Ayrshire Ayrshire College

Ayr, KA8 0FE www1.ayrshire.ac.uk 0300 303 0303 Higher education college

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DIRECTORY Edinburgh

Aspect College Edinburgh Edinburgh, EH2 4NG www.studystay.com 0131 220 4278 Higher education college

Basil Paterson College Edinburgh, EH2 4NA www.basilpaterson.co.uk 01312 253 802 Higher education college

Edinburgh College of Art Edinburgh, EH3 9DF www.eca.ed.ac.uk 01316 515 800 Higher education college

Edinburgh Napier University Edinburgh, EH14 1DJ www.napier.ac.uk 0333 900 6040 University

Edinburgh University Edinburgh, EH8 9YL www.ed.ac.uk 0131 650 1000 University

Heriot Watt University Edinburgh, EH14 4AS www.hw.ac.uk 01314 495 111 University

Queen Margaret University Musselburgh, EH21 6UU www.qmu.ac.uk 01314 740 000 University

Regent Edinburgh

Edinburgh, EH2 4NA www.regent.org.uk 01865 258 338 Higher education college

Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) Edinburgh, EH9 3JG www.sruc.ac.uk/edinburgh 0131 535 4000 Higher education college

Fife

Fife College St Brycedale Campus Kirkcaldy, KY1 1EX www.fife.ac.uk 01592 223 400 Higher education college

Fife College Stenton Campus Glenrothes, KY6 2RA www.fife.ac.uk 0344 248 0115 Higher education college

Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) Cupar, KY15 4JB www.sruc.ac.uk/elmwood 01334 658 800 Higher education college

University of St. Andrews St. Andrews, KY16 9AJ www.st-andrews.ac.uk 01334 476 161 University

Glasgow

City of Glasgow College

Glasgow, G1 2TA www.cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk 0141 375 5555 Higher education college

Faculty of Nautical Studies

Glasgow, G5 9XB www.cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk 01415 666 222 Higher education college

Glasgow Caledonian University Glasgow, G4 0BA www.gcu.ac.uk 01413 313 000 University

Glasgow Clyde College, Cardonald Campus Glasgow, G52 3AY www.glasgowclyde.ac.uk 01412 723 333 Higher education college

The Glasgow School of Art Glasgow, G3 6RQ www.gsa.ac.uk 01413 534 500 Higher education college

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New College Lanarkshire, Cumbernauld Campus Glasgow, G67 1HU www.nclanarkshire.ac.uk 0300 555 8080 Higher education college

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland Glasgow, G2 3DB www.rcs.ac.uk 01413 324 101 Higher education college

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow, G2 5RJ www.rcpsg.ac.uk 01412 216 072 Higher education college

University of Glasgow Glasgow, G12 8QQ www.gla.ac.uk 01413 302 000 University

University of Strathclyde John Anderson Campus Glasgow, G1 1XQ www.strath.ac.uk 01415 524 400 University

Highland

Highland Theological College Dingwall, IV15 9HA www.htc.uhi.ac.uk 01349 780 000 Higher education college

Inverness College UHI Inverness, IV1 1SA www.inverness.uhi.ac.uk 01463 273 000 Higher education college

Lews Castle College

Isle of Lewis, HS2 0XR www.lews.uhi.ac.uk 01851 770 000 Higher education college

North Highland College

Thurso, KW14 7EE www.northhighland.uhi.ac.uk 01847 889 000 Higher education college

Sabhal Mòr Ostaig

Isle of Skye, IV44 8RQ www.smo.uhi.ac.uk 01471 888 000 Higher education college

University of the Highlands and Islands Inverness, IV3 5SQ www.uhi.ac.uk 01463 279 000 University

UHI Dunoon Argyll Argyll, PA23 7HP www.uhi.ac.uk 0845 230 9969 University

Orkney Islands Orkney College UHI

Kirkwall, KW15 1LX www.orkney.uhi.ac.uk 01856 569 000 Higher education college

Perth College

Perth, PH1 2NX www.perth.uhi.ac.uk 03445 270 1177 Higher education college

Renfrewshire

University of the West of Scotland Paisley, PA1 2BE www.uws.ac.uk 0141 848 3000 University

Scottish Borders

Ballymena, BT43 7DF www.nrc.ac.uk 0282 563 6221 Higher education college

Northern Regional College Ballymoney Campus Ballymoney, BT53 6BP www.nrc.ac.uk 0282 766 0401 Higher education college

Northern Regional College Larne Campus Larne, BT40 1SQ www.nrc.ac.uk 028 9085 5000 Higher education vollege

The Borders College

Northern Regional College Newtownabbey Campus

Heriot Watt University

Queen’s University Belfast

Galashiels, TD1 2AF www.borderscollege.ac.uk 0870 050 5152 Higher education college Galashiels, TD1 3HF www.hw.ac.uk 0131 449 5111 University

Shetland

NAFC Marine Centre

Shetland, ZE1 0UN www.nafc.uhi.ac.uk 01595 772000 Higher education college

Newtonabbey, BT37 9RS www.nrc.ac.uk 02890 855 000 Higher education vollege Belfast, BT7 1NN www.qub.ac.uk 02890 245 133 University

St Mary’s University College Belfast, BT12 6FE www.stmarys-belfast.ac.uk 02890 327 678 Higher education college

Shetland College

Stranmillis University College

South Ayrshire

The Union Theological College

Shetland, ZE1 OYB www.shetland.uhi.ac.uk 01595 771 000 Higher education college

Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) Ayr, KA8 0SX www.sruc.ac.uk/ayr 01292 866 196 University

University of the West of Scotland Ayr, KA8 0SX www.uws.ac.uk 01292 886 000 University

South Lanarkshire

University of the West of Scotland Hamilton, ML3 0JB www.uws.ac.uk 01698 283 100 University

Stirling

Stirling University Stirling, FK9 4LA www.stir.ac.uk 01786 473 171 University

Mid Lothian

West Dunbartonshire

Dalkeith, EH22 3LL www.newbattleabbeycollege.ac.uk 01316 631 921 Higher education college

Clydebank, G81 1NX www.westcollegescotland.ac.uk 0300 600 6060 Higher education college

Newbattle Abbey College

Northern Regional College Ballymena Campus

West College Scotland

Moray

West Lothian

Forres, IV36 3TZ www.findhorncollege.org 01309 690 806 Higher education college

Broxburn, EH52 6NH www.sruc.ac.uk/oatridge 01506 864 800 Higher education college

Belfast, BT9 5DY www.stran.ac.uk 02890 381 271 University

Belfast, BT7 1JT www.union.ac.uk 02890 205 080 Higher education college

University of Ulster Belfast Campus Belfast, BT15 1ED www.ulster.ac.uk 02870 123 456 University

University of Ulster Jordanstown Campus Newtownabbey, BT37 0QB www.ulster.ac.uk 02870 123 456 University

County Armagh Armagh College

Armagh, BT61 7HN www.src.ac.uk 0300 123 1223 Higher education college

Southern Regional College, Armagh Campus Armagh, BT61 7HN www.src.ac.uk 02837 512 820 Higher education college

Southern Regional College, Lurgan Campus Craigavon, BT66 6AZ www.src.ac.uk 02838 397 800 Higher education college

Findhorn Foundation College

Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC)

Moray College

West Lothian College

Southern Regional College Portadown Campus

North Lanarkshire

Northern Ireland

County Derry

Elgin, IV30 1JJ www.moray.uhi.ac.uk 01343 576 000 Higher education college

New College Lanarkshire, Coatbridge Campus Coatbridge, ML5 3LS www.nclanarkshire.ac.uk 0300 555 8080 Higher education college

New College Lanarkshire, Motherwell Campus Motherwell, ML1 2DD www.nclanarkshire.ac.uk 0300 555 8080 Higher education college

Livingston, EH54 7EP www.west-lothian.ac.uk 01506 418 181 Higher education college

Craigavon, BT63 5BL www.src.ac.uk 0300 123 1223 Higher education college

Belfast Metropolitan College

North West Regional College, Londonderry Campus

College of Agriculture, Food & Rural Enterprise

North West Regional College, Limavady Campus

County Antrim

Belfast, BT1 6DJ www.belfastmet.ac.uk 028 9026 5000 Higher education college Antrim, BT41 4PS www.cafre.ac.uk 0800 028 4291 Higher education college

Londonderry, BT48 7AL www.nwrc.ac.uk 02871 276 000 Higher education college Limavady, BT49 0EX www.nwrc.ac.uk 028 7127 8700 Higher education college

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County Fermanagh

Coleg Cambria, Northop College

University of South Wales

Northern Regional College, Magherafelt Campus

Enniskillen, BT74 4GF www.cafre.ac.uk 02866 344 853 Higher education college

Coleg Cambria, Yale College

University of Wales

University of Ulster Coleraine Campus

Enniskillen, BT74 6AE www.swc.ac.uk 0845 603 1881 Higher education college

Coleraine, BT52 1QA www.nrc.ac.uk 02870 354 717 Higher education college Magherafelt, BT45 6AE www.nrc.ac.uk 02879 632 462 Higher education college Coleraine, BT52 1SA www.ulster.ac.uk 02870 344 141 University

University of Ulster Magee Campus Londonderry, BT48 7JL www.ulster.ac.uk 02870 123 456 University

County Down

South Eastern Regional College, Ballynahinch Campus Ballynahinch, BT24 8LP 028 4461 5815 www.serc.ac.uk Higher education college

South Eastern Regional College, Bangor Campus Bangor, BT20 4TD 0345 600 7555 www.serc.ac.uk Higher education college

South Eastern Regional College, Downpatrick Campus Downpatrick, BT30 6UU www.serc.ac.uk 0345 600 7555 Higher education college

South Eastern Regional College, Holywood Campus Holywood, BT18 9QH www.serc.ac.uk 0345 600 7555 Higher education college

South Eastern Regional College, Lisburn Campus Lisburn, BT27 4SU www.serc.ac.uk 0345 600 7555 Higher education college

South Eastern Regional College, Newcastle Campus Newcastle, BT33 0UR www.serc.ac.uk 028 4461 5815 Higher education college

South Eastern Regional College, Newtownards Campus Newtownards, BT23 7ED www.serc.ac.uk 0345 600 7555 Higher education college

Southern Regional College, Bainbridge Campus Banbridge, BT32 4AY www.src.ac.uk 02838 397 700 Higher education college

Southern Regional College, Kilkeel Campus Newry, BT34 4BH www.src.ac.uk 02841 762 582 Higher education college

Southern Regional College, Newry Greenbank Building Campus Newry, BT34 2QX www.src.ac.uk 0300 123 1223 Higher education college

Southern Regional College, Newry East/West Campus Newry, BT35 8DN www.src.ac.uk 0300 123 1223 Higher education college

Southern Regional College, Newry Model Campus Newry, BT34 6JG www.src.ac.uk 0300 123 1223 Higher education college

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College of Agriculture, Food & Rural Enterprise

South West College, Enniskillen Campus

South West College, Technology & Skills Centre Enniskillen, BT74 4EJ www.swc.ac.uk 02866 322 072 Higher education college

County Tyrone

College of Agriculture, Food & Rural Enterprise Cookstown, BT80 9AA www.cafre.ac.uk 02886 768 101 Higher education college

South West College Dungannon Campus Dungannon, BT71 6BQ www.swc.ac.uk 0845 603 1881 Higher education college

South West College Omagh Campus Omagh, BT79 7AH www.swc.ac.uk 0845 603 1881 Higher education college

Wales

Carmarthenshire

Carmarthenshire College Llanelli, SA15 4DN www.colegsirgar.ac.uk 01554 748 000 Higher education college

University of Wales, Trinity Saint David Carmarthen, SA31 3EP www.uwtsd.ac.uk 01267 676 767 Higher education college

Ceredigion

Coleg Ceredigion

Cardigan, SA43 1AB www.ceredigion.ac.uk 01239 612 032 Higher education college

University of Aberystwyth Aberystwyth, SY23 2AX www.aber.ac.uk 01970 623 111 University

University of Wales Trinity Saint David Cardigan, SA48 7ED www.uwtsd.ac.uk 01570 422351 University

Denbighshire Coleg Llandrillo

Colwyn Bay, LL28 4HZ www.llandrillo.ac.uk 01492 546 666 Higher education college

Coleg Cambria, Deeside College Deeside, CH5 4BR www.cambria.ac.uk 0330 303 0007 Higher education college

Grwp Llandrillo Menai, Colwyn Bay Library Colwyn Bay, LL28 4HZ www.gllm.ac.uk 01248 546 666 Higher education college

Coleg Cambria, Llysfasi College Ruthin, LL15 2LB www.cambria.ac.uk 0300 303 0007 Higher education college

Mold, CH7 6AA www.cambria.ac.uk 0300 303 0007 Higher education college Wrexham, LL12 7AB www.cambria.co.uk 0300 303 0007 Higher education college

Monmouthshire

Pontypridd, CF37 1DL www.southwales.ac.uk 03455 760 101 University Cardiff, CF10 3NS www.wales.ac.uk 029 2037 6999 University

Cardiff and Vale College

University of South Wales, Newport City Campus

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Union School of Theology

Barry, CF62 8YJ www.cavc.ac.uk 0292 025 0250 Higher education college Cardiff, CF5 2YB www.cardiffmet.ac.uk 0292 041 6070 University

Cardiff University Cardiff, CF10 3XQ www.cardiff.ac.uk 02920 874 000 University

Coleg y Cymoedd Aberdare Campus Aberdare, CF44 8ST www.cymoedd.ac.uk 01685 887 500 Higher education college

Coleg Gwent

Usk, NP15 1XJ www.coleggwent.ac.uk 01495 333777 Higher education college

Coleg y Cymoedd, Nantgarw Campus Cardiff, CF15 7QY www.cymoedd.ac.uk 01443 662 800 Higher education college

Coleg y Cymoedd, Rhondda Campus Tonypandy, CF40 2TQ www.cymoedd.ac.uk 01443 663 202 Higher education college

Coleg y Cymoedd, Ystrad Mynach Campus Hengoed, CF82 7XR www.cymoedd.ac.uk 01443 816 888 Higher education college

Merthyr Tydfil College Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1AR www.merthyr.ac.uk 01685 726 000 Higher education college

NPTC College

Neath, SA10 7RF www.nptcgroup.ac.uk 01639 648 000 Higher education college

Neath and Port Talbot School of Construction and Built Environment Swansea, SA6 8QT www.nptcgroup.ac.uk 01639 648120 Higher education college

Neath and Port Talbot College Afan Campus Port Talbot, SA13 2AL www.nptcgroup.ac.uk 01639 648200 Higher education college

Neath and Port Talbot College Llandarcy Campus Neath, SA10 6JD www.nptcgroup.ac.uk 01639 648 720 Higher education college

Neath and Port Talbot College Pontardawe Centre Swansea, SA8 4EN www.nptcgroup.ac.uk 01639 648 100 Higher education college

Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama Cardiff, CF10 3ER www.rwcmd.ac.uk 02920 342 854 Higher education college

Newport, NP18 3QT www.southwales.ac.uk 0345 576 0101 University

Bridgend, CF31 4DX www.ust.ac.uk 01656 645 411 Higher education college

Gwynedd

Coleg Meirion Dwyfor Dolgellau, LL40 2SW www.gllm.ac.uk 01341 422 827 Higher education college

Coleg Menai Bangor Campus Bangor, LL57 2TP www.gllma.ac.uk 01248 370 125 Higher education college

Coleg Menai Caernarfon Campus Caernarfon, LL55 2NN www.gllma.ac.uk 01286 673 450 Higher education college

Coleg Menai Holyhead Campus Holyhead, LL65 1UW www.gllma.ac.uk 01407 765 755 Higher education college

Coleg Menai Llangefni Campus Llangefni, LL77 7HY www.gllma.ac.uk 01248 383 348 Higher education college

Coleg Menai Parc Menai Campus Bangor, LL57 4BN www.gllma.ac.uk 01248 674 341 Higher education college

University of Bangor Bangor, LL57 2DG www.bangor.ac.uk 01248 351 151 University

Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire College Haverfordwest, SA61 1SZ www.pembrokeshire.ac.uk 01437 753 000 Higher education college

Powys

Regent Trebinshun

Brecon, LD3 7PX www.trebinshunhouse.co.uk 01874 730 653 Higher education college

Swansea

University of Wales Trinity Saint David Swansea, SA1 6ED www.uwtsd.ac.uk 01792 481 000 University

Swansea University Swansea, SA2 8PP www.swansea.ac.uk 01792 205 678 University

Wrexham

Wrexham Glyndwr University Wrexham, LL11 2AW www.glyndwr.ac.uk 01978 290 666 University

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