A student's guide to Birmingham
You’ll find Birmingham to be a vibrant, youthful, and diverse city with so much on offer that you won’t want to leave...
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A student's guide to Birmingham
You’ll find Birmingham to be a vibrant, youthful, and diverse city with so much on offer that you won’t want to leave...
A student's guide to Leeds
Leeds is an exciting city if you scrape beneath the surface and uncover the buzzing independent scene.
Additional funding
As well as a student loan, there’s other financial support available from a range of sources. Find out more about funding your undergraduate course.
Addressing the apprenticeship information gap: How employers and the education sector can improve access by finding solutions together
Taking the first steps out of school and into higher education is an exciting time in many students’ journeys. But school leavers can’t make key decisions about their future without understanding the full range of choices and opportunities available – and importantly, how to access them.
Advisers guide to Clearing for international students
Find key information on how Clearing works if you are helping a student come to study in the UK.
Amy, Level 6 design engineering technical apprentice
Amy Lauder is in her third year of a four-year Level 6 graduate apprenticeship with aerospace company Leonardo. She will qualify with a BEng (Hons) in Engineering: Design and Manufacture from the University of Strathclyde.
Applying for a digital and IT apprenticeship
Looking to start a career in the digital and IT sector? There's no better way to immerse yourself in the tech world than an apprenticeship, where you will get access to industry-standard tools, equipment and work on live projects on a daily basis. Take a look through our digital and IT apprenticeship application guide below, and find out the first steps of your journey into a future in the tech space.
Applying for a finance and accounting apprenticeship
Looking to start a career in finance and accounting? While academic routes are often the first thought when entering the field, there is no better way to gain hands-on experience in the sector than embarking on an apprenticeship and working while you learn. In the guide below, we'll help you on the first stage of your journey in applying for an apprenticeship, what to expect at the interview stage, and some advice and guidance from live employers in the space.
Applying for a legal apprenticeship
Do you want to start a legal career among experienced professionals? Legal apprenticeships, including the 6-year solicitor apprenticeship, are the perfect way to gain practical skills and real-world context on the route to becoming a qualified solicitor. In this guide, we walk you through applying for one type of legal apprenticeship, the solicitor apprenticeship - which includes a Law Degree and all the professional examinations you need to qualify - with top tips from employers about what they look for in an apprentice.
Applying for an engineering apprenticeship
Are you eager to take on a career in engineering? Engineering apprenticeships offer students at all levels the opportunity to acquire hands-on skills and real-world experience while on the path towards becoming a qualified engineer. In this guide, we'll take you through the process of applying for an engineering apprenticeship, including invaluable advice from employers on what they seek in an apprentice.
Applying to study outside of the UK
How to apply to study some, or all, of your undergraduate course outside the UK.
Apprenticeship Application Guides
Take a look at our tailored guides and get access to top tips from employers and existing apprentices to guide you through the application process.
Apprenticeships in England
Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in England, including what they are, entry requirements, and more.
Apprenticeships in Northern Ireland
Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in Northern Ireland.
Apprenticeships in Scotland
Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in Scotland, including what levels are available, entry requirements, and more.
Apprenticeships in Wales
Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in Wales, including what they are, how they work, and more.
Apprenticeships Podcast Series
Following the success of our Clearing Choices Podcast series, our Apprenticeships Podcast Series gives you the chance to promote your brand to our database of around 700,000 students searching for their future path.