Useful resources
You’ll find lots of useful resources to help you plan your future at your local Connexions Centre and the Connexions / Careers Resource area at your school / college.
For on-line resources, check out the following:
Futuremorph - Find out about the amazing and unexpected places that studying science, technology, engineering and maths can take you.
UCAS
UCAS (Universities & Colleges Admissions Service) is the way through which applications for HE are processed. You’ll find useful video guides about applying for courses and understanding offers. In addition, the website provides a range of useful tools designed to help you research your choices, including the Stamford Test which can help you find subject areas of interest, a course search facility, and a tariff calculator (to help you figure out how many points your grades equal for entry to HE).
UK Course Finder
UK Course Finder helps you locate your ideal university degree course. Complete the on-line study interests questionnaire to pin-point your interests in over 150 degree disciplines or use the Power Search tool to locate courses that match your specific requirements
The Complete University Guide
The lowdown on HE institutions, including University league tables, subject tables and a useful bursary and scholarship comparison table.
www.notgoingtouni.co.uk
Get inspired about alternatives to HE.
Apprenticeships
This website is packed with information and videos on Apprenticeships.
Way2go
Find courses available in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire or neighbouring areas.
Directgov
The official low-down on education, training and work, including up-to-date information on the funding available to support your learning.
