There are many options available for students at Post 16 and Post 18, the following links can help you when exploring your options. You might be considering whether to enrol into college or sixth form, exploring what subjects to take, or perhaps what university you want to attend. Alternatively, you may wish to look at your options outside of university, such as apprenticeships or self-employment.
You may even be a parent or carer, wondering how best to support your child. Whatever your situation, there a range of resources and options available to help you.
Options at 16+
Options at 16:
https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/college-sixth-form-employment-and-training/
Options with your subjects
http://explore.skillsroute.com/
https://www.informedchoices.ac.uk/
https://targetcareers.co.uk/guide-to-your-future
The Complete University Guide
http://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree
Alternatives to University
http://www.notgoingtouni.co.uk/
https://www.allaboutschoolleavers.co.uk/
These websites will help you when making applications:
Applying for Post 16 options
https://www.readytoworkkent.co.uk/
Applying for Higher Education
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-41693230
https://www.cxk.org/resources/guide-to-higher-education/
Applying for Apprenticeships
https://amazingapprenticeships.com/
https://www.cxk.org/resources/apprenticeships-and-school-leaver-schemes/
Self-Employment
https://www.cxk.org/resources/self-employment-explained/
http://www.kentfoundation.org/
https://www.princes-trust.org.uk/help-for-young-people/support-starting-business
Finance for education or training at further and higher education can be a concern, the following links can assist you:
Student Finance for Education
https://www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance
Student Finance for Higher Education
https://www.gov.uk/student-finance-register-login
Student Loans Myth Busting
http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/students/student-loans-tuition-fees-changes
Scholarships and Grants for University
Dance and Drama Awards
https://www.gov.uk/dance-drama-awards
Support for students from overseas
Advice on budgeting for College or University
https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/budgeting-for-college-or-university
SEND
https://www.cxk.org/blog/cxk-partners-launch-send-provision-map-for-kent-medway/
Support for Parents / Carers
http://www.youthemployment.org.uk/careers-advice-for-parents/ and http://www.parentalguidance.org.uk
