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High Fliers Research - The Sixth Formers' Guide to Degree Apprenticeships 2026

This free, online 120-page guide covers everything about L6 and 7 Apprenticeships and showcases opportunities across a variety of industries. The guide offers expert insights into how employers recruit apprentices, while Employer Profiles outline the entry requirements and the application process for each employer. With many new employers featured for 2026 edition and new editorial content (coming soon), including a chapter on careers in Construction and the Built Environment, as well as fresh case studies from apprentices at KPMG, Transport for London, and Capgemini.

There are also two special TV programmes covering essential topics such as 'What is a Degree Apprenticeship?' and 'University or a Degree Apprenticeship?' The programmes also feature interviews with recruiters and current apprentices. https://degreeapprenticeships.guide/

Youth Employment - Explore Apprenticeships - Free Online Course

Thinking about doing an apprenticeship? Not Sure Where to Start? This programme From Youth Employment UK and The Careers & Enterprise Company will help find out more about what apprenticeships involve and how to apply. https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/careers-advice-help/choices/online-skills-and-careers-courses/explore-apprenticeships-free-online-course/

Springpod - Apprenticeships Unlocked – Short self-directed online course

Thinking about applying for an apprenticeship but don't know what to expect?

This short course will help students decide if an apprenticeship is the right path for them. It covers what an apprenticeship is, allows students to see the vast array of apprenticeships on offer (over 600) and what careers they can potentially go into. https://unlocked.springpod.com/unlocked-intro/apprenticeships-unlocked

UCAS - Apprenticeship Application Guides 

UCAS have launched their new apprenticeships guides. The guides provide information on what to expect from the application process, with insights from both practicing apprentices, and employers on what makes a strong application. The guides cover apprenticeships in business, construction, creative industries, digital and IT, engineering, finance and accounting apprenticeship, healthcare and legal. https://www.ucas.com/apprenticeships/application-guides

Success at School - Ask an Apprentice

Got questions about apprenticeships, career paths, or life after school/college? Success at School’s student mentors are young apprentices who have been where you are now and can provide valuable insights and support for your education and career journey  https://successatschool.org/community

Amazing Apprenticeships - Application guide

This guide will help students to prepare for the application process and be ready to show they are the right person for the role. It explores key information to include in application forms, CVs, cover letters, assessments, interviews and much more.

https://amazingapprenticeships.com/resource/guide-to-applying-for-an-apprenticeship/