What is Higher Education?

Resources on exploring course choices, entry requirements, Open Days and Applicant Days. We also support completion of UCAS applications including personal statements.

Covering the long term financial benefits of HE, career opportunities after university and how skills built through HE learning can support career progression.

Looking at the differences in learning between school and university, including the different types of learning and assessment and the role of independent learning.

Exploring the variety of routes to HE, the different course types offered, what to consider when selecting a course and how some careers require specific pathways while others are more flexible.

Focusing on the social side of university, including additional opportunities such as study abroad and work placements.

Covering the range of financial support available for HE level study including maintenance and tuition fee loans, scholarships, bursaries, Disabled Students Allowance and more. We also provide help on how to apply, the timeline for applications and budgeting.

Resources on the transition from sixth form or college to Higher Education, including the timeline between results day and starting university. This topic also includes resources on how, when and what students can expect to access through Student Support at HE institutions.