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Here are some useful addresses and websites for anyone thinking of going on to Higher Education - at university or college.
Help with finding courses
UCAS - Universities and Colleges Admissions Service
A database of full-time undergraduate courses searchable by subject of study and by place of study. Information about all aspects of the applications process for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges.
http://www.ucas.ac.uk
Access courses
A searchable database of kite-marked access courses which are designed to assist mature students to gain the skills necessary to progress onto a degree or higher diploma.
http://search1.ucas.co.uk/access_cs/index.html
City and Guilds
This website assists you to find out what subjects you can gain a City and Guilds vocational qualification in, and then helps you find local centres where you can study for those City and Guilds qualifications in the UK.
http://www.cityandguilds.com/learners
Foundation degrees
Foundation degrees are a modern, vocational higher education qualification. This website gives further information about what foundation degree is and what foundation degrees are available.
http://www.findfoundationdegree.co.uk
Get into Theatre
A site for those interested in careers and qualifications in Acting, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre and Stagecraft. Has information and advice on getting into Drama School as well as careers in Creative, Technical and Management areas of Theatre.
http://www.getintotheatre.org
Hotcourses
Directory of courses with advanced search features - helps you to find courses by subject area, by geographical location and by method of study (eg. full-time or part-time).
http://www.hotcourses.com
Learndirect
learndirect is a network of online learning and education information services. It is a government sponsored initiative in flexible learning, intended to make possible the vision of "a learning society" where everyone can learn and upgrade their skills throughout their life.
http://www.learndirect.co.uk
Postgrad
The complete guide to postgraduate and research courses in the UK. Search the database for postgraduate taught programmes, research programmes and institutions.
http://www.postgrad.hobsons.com
The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (abbreviated QAA)
The QAA reviews the quality and standards of UK higher education. They review the quality of teaching and learning and academic standards in each subject area. The "Student Choices" section of this site provides detailed reports on university courses by subject.
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/
unistats
If you’re planning to go to university or college, the unistats website will enable you to - Compare subjects, entry requirements and student satisfaction at different universities and colleges. Read what over 177,000 students felt about the quality of their higher education experience and also find out the achievements of recent students and discover what sort of jobs they are doing six months after finishing higher education.
http://www.unistats.com/
You Go Further
A useful networking website for students and applicants planning to go to university. It has chat-rooms where you can discuss higher education and applying to uni. The site is full of advice and hints and tips about money, student jobs, university news and all aspects of the applications process for full-time and part-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges.
http://www.yougofurther.co.uk
Information for International and Non-UK Students
Education UK and British Council
If you are a non-UK national but want to go to university in the UK, we would suggest that you look at the following sites which have been designed to help you.
http://www.educationuk.org/ or http://www.britishcouncil.org/
Study UK
Advice for international students about studying in the UK: lifestyle, levels of study, courses, institutions and application procedures for all study levels.
http://www.studyuk.hobsons.com
Help with general information about Higher Education and further training (post-16)
Apprenticeships
Apprentices learn on the job, gaining qualifications and earning money at the same time. This site provides information for both students (aged 16 - 24) and employers about Apprenticeships and work-based training.
http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/
Brightside Trust
The Brightside Trust is an educational charity that runs e-mentoring programmes for young people who want to go to university. Their websites will put you in touch with a mentor who has studied your subject and can give you advice and information about higher education.
http://www.thebrightsidetrust.org/
Direct.gov.uk
The direct.gov.uk University and Higher Education website provides useful information about qualifications, applying for university and college, student life and student financial support.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/
Full-On magazine
Exciting website for young people, associated with the printed Full-On magazine which is distributed to schools.
http://www.fullonmag.co.uk
HERO (Higher Education & Research Opportunities in the United Kingdom)
National portal for Higher Education in the UK. Provides useful information about universities and colleges which offer Higher Education courses all over the UK.
http://www.hero.ac.uk
Learn and Earn
Learn and Earn is a site for people in Lancashire interested in work-based learning and qualifications that can be studied for while you work.
http://www.learn-and-earn.org.uk/
Learning and Skills Council
The Learning and Skills Council is responsible for funding and planning education and training for over 16-year-olds in England.
http://www.lsc.gov.uk
NUS - National Union of Students
Relevant news items and information, including on money, health, housing, and legal advice.
http://www.nusonline.co.uk
Open Days
Opendays.com is the leading university and college open day directory on the internet, providing open day information, contact details, mini-prospectuses and admissions advice for over 400 universities and colleges in the UK.
http://www.opendays.com/
Realuni.com
Realuni.com is a website written by students for students and prospective students. It provides an "insider" guide to the realities of student life and offers lots of useful advice to those that are considering going on to university.
http://www.realuni.com
The Year in Industry
A UK scheme which offers paid placements and relevant work experience in Science, Computing, Engineering, Business and Industry either prior to university or in a gap year during university.
http://www.yini.org.uk
Help with careers guidance and learning advice
Careers Northwest
Careers information, advice and services, especially in North-West England. Use this site to find out what career opportunities are available in the North-West.
http://www.careersnorthwest.com
Connexions Direct
Advice and information on careers, learning, housing, money and health for 13 - 19 year olds. Telephone Connexions Direct on 080 8001 3219
http://www.connexions-direct.com/
Learndirect
For information about fitting learning into your life. Advice on all kinds of learning opportunities including e-learning and IT based part-time courses.
http://www.learndirect.co.uk
Prospects web
Information about postgraduate study opportunities and graduate careers.
http://www.prospects.ac.uk
Teacher Training
If you are interested in becoming a teacher or if you are a young graduate interested in teaching or if you want to change career and train as a teacher then this website will provide you with lots of useful information.
http://www.teach.gov.uk
TIGeR - Teachers Information and Guidance e-Resource
Resources about Higher Education, Further Education, qualifications, progression routes, learning opportunities and careers for those who play a role in influencing the decisions of young people by providing Information, Advice and Guidance.
http://www.tiger-nw.org.uk
Help for those with a disability and information about support to disabled students
BBC - Ouch !
Ouch ! is a new website which reflects life as a disabled person in Britain today. It offers advice on life as a disabled student and offers guidance on settling in to university life and finance.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/ouch/lifefiles/student/dsa.shtml
SKILL - National Bureau for Students with Disabilities
Information for students with disabilities.
http://www.skill.org.uk
Help with finance and funding
Benefits Enquiry Line
Help with benefits in the UK Telephone (England, Scotland, Wales): 0800 88 22 00 Min: 0800 24 33 55
Telephone (Northern Ireland): 0800 220 674 Min 0800 243 787
http://www.dwp.gov.uk/lifeevent/benefits/index.asp
Bursary map
An interactive map which allows you to find out what bursaries and financial support are available at universities all over England.
http://bursarymap.direct.gov.uk/
Career Development Loans
All the information you need about these loans and how to apply.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/AdultLearning/CareerDevelopmentLoans/index.htm
Childcare support
For information about all aspects of childcare
http://www.childcarelink.gov.uk or http://www.daycaretrust.org.uk/
Countdown to uni
Useful finance advice for people going to university in September.
http://countdowntouni.direct.gov.uk/
Direct-Gov student finance pages
Up-to-date government information on student finances.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/EducationAndLearning/UniversityAndHigherEducation/StudentFinance/fs/en
Student Financial Support from the Department for Education and Skills
Information on the latest government grants, bursaries and schemes for student finance.
http://www.dfes.gov.uk/studentsupport/
EGAS - Educational Grants Advisory Service (part of the Family Welfare Association)
Advice and guidance to over 16s and gives priority to single parents, refugees, those on low incomes and disabled students 501/505 Kingsland Road London E8 4AU Telephone: 0207 254 6251
Student Money
Student Money gives clear guidance and information about sources of student finance. Useful parts of the site include; a budget planner - to help you work out yearly expenditure and the total cost of your course, a wage predictor - to show how much you are likely to earn in the future with your chosen career and a loan repayment calculator - to calculate how long it will take to pay off your student loan.
http://www.studentmoney.org/
Student Loans Company
Offers loans to students to help with living expenses.
http://www.slc.co.uk/index.html
UNIAID
A students charity aimed at helping students cope with financial hurdles to Higher Education by providing online advice and guidance and practical assistance in the form of student accommodation bursaries. The site has a useful student finance calculator and fun games aimed at helping people to understand the current student finance system.
http://www.uniaid.org.uk
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