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I’m sure that you’re keen to make your next move, but you may not know about the huge range of options out there. We want to rebalance the playing field, so you are aware of all the opportunities to find what’s right for you. There are Higher Technical Qualifications, employment options, and degree apprenticeships, which are just as valid as a traditional degree. With a degree apprenticeship, your employer covers all university tuition fees, so you earn as you learn, making this pathway financially accessible. Open to students from all backgrounds, degree apprenticeships are prestigious and competitive, and can unlock a direct route to graduate-level employment. So, if university doesn’t feel like the right choice for you, explore the exciting possibilities out there, including degree apprenticeships – you might find the perfect fit for your future. ” professional body, such as the Health & Care Professions Council. And in some careers, it is not always possible to secure a degree- level apprenticeship straight after school – they can be extremely competitive. When you’re looking for an apprenticeship, do your research and keep an open mind. Don’t discount doing an apprenticeship at level 3 in your chosen field first. This is often the most suitable entry point for an 18-year-old with little or no work experience, even if you already have level 3 A levels or BTech. And there is always plenty of scope for progression to a degree apprenticeship afterwards. All apprenticeships provide high-quality training, as well as supporting productivity, social mobility and widening participation in higher education and employment. With the huge range of occupations available, there is sure to be an apprenticeship for you. ”
Going to university after school may feel like a natural next step. But it’s important to recognise that isn’t the only path. In fact, for many students, university isn’t the right fit. Figuring out your future career path may be one of the biggest challenges of your post-school journey. For some, time spent at university exploring your options can be valuable. However, if you already have a clear idea of the field you want to work in, degree apprenticeships offer an exciting alternative. Launched just a decade ago, degree apprenticeships are work- based programmes that combine academic study with real-world experience. They’re provided by employers across popular industries like accountancy, law, engineering and healthcare. With a degree apprenticeship, you can fast-track your entry into the graduate job market, gaining The range of professional careers you can begin through an apprenticeship has increased hugely – and there are now over 100 undergraduate-level apprenticeships available in a wide range of industries and sectors. These degree apprenticeships allow you to ‘earn as you learn’ and achieve a degree from some of our best universities. Degree apprentices put their training into practice straight away in the workplace and build vital experience on their CVs. More than 300 employers now offer degree apprenticeship programmes. They work in partnership with universities, colleges and training providers across England to provide alternative degree courses that are recognised in the same way as full- time degrees. To encourage universities to offer more degree apprenticeships, £40 million of funding has been allocated, so even more people can
access these opportunities. Not all degree-level apprenticeships include a degree qualification – for some you will receive recognition from a Kate Ridley -Pepper Director of Apprenticeships Department for Education
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valuable skills while earning a salary – and avoiding the often- substantial debt associated with university tuition fees. Oli de Botton Chief Executive Officer The Careers & Enterprise Company
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