Useful Links
Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS)
Central organisation which processes applications for full-time undergraduate courses at UK Universities and Colleges.
http://www.ucas.com
University and Higher Education
This portal provides information to enable decision-making for anyone contemplating entering higher education, covering institutions and courses, financial advice and support, the applications process and student life.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationandLearning
Learndirect
Advice on courses and job profiles.
http://www.learndirect.co.uk
Prospects
The UK's official graduate careers website gives information on the range of options available after taking a degree-level qualification.
http://www.prospects.ac.uk
Lifelong Learning Account
A Lifelong Learning Account gives you greater flexibility and choice in developing your skills and working life.
http://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/account/Pages/default.aspx
Skills Explorer
Skills Explorer connects to the extensive Careersbox library of world of work and job profile films and videos.
http://www.skillsexplorer.com
IGEN
Working with young people – advice on progression for 19+ learners.
http://www.igengroup.co.uk
National Careers Service
The National Careers Service is a new careers service available to young people and adults in England. The service provides access to independent, professional guidance on careers, skills and the labour market.
http://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Skills For Care
Information about the apprenticeship route into social care.
http://www.skillsforcare.org.uk
STEM Choices
Information about careers in science, technology and maths.
http://www.stemnet.org.uk
