Higher Education
Lots of people choose to continue their education at university once they have completed their A level or BTEC Level 3 exams.
All university applications are made through UCAS, and you can search through thousands of course choices on the UCAS website.
You can also speak to your form tutor or careers officer who will be able to provide you with support and advice on applying to university and UCAS. For more information on alternative routes after sixth-form please contact the careers team or visit the careers office.
| Work-based learning | Vocational-related learning | Academic learning | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level | Qualification | Qualification | Qualification | Job Level |
| Entry | Basic Skills Skills for Life | Basic Skills Skills for Life | Basic Skills Skills for Life | |
| 1 | Traineeship NVQ Level 1 | GCSE Grades D-F | Operator | |
| 2 | Apprenticeship NVQ Level 2 | BTEC First Diploma | GCSE Grades A-C | Semi-Skilled Operator |
| 3 | Advanced Apprenticeship NVQ Level 3 | Vocational A Level BTEC Certificate Diploma | AS-A2 Levels | Advanced Technician Skilled Supervisory |
| 4 | Higher Apprenticeship NVQ Level 4 | HNC | Certificate in Higher Education | Management Professional |
| 5 | Higher Apprenticeship NVQ Level 4 | Foundation Degree HND | Diploma in Higher Education | Management Professional |
| 6 | Higher Apprenticeship NVQ Level 4 | Honours Degree | Honours Degree | Chartered Professional |
| 7 | NVQ Level 5 | Masters Degree Doctorate | Masters Degree Doctorate | Chartered Professional |
UniTasterDays is a directory of university events for school groups and individual students.
Applying for Higher Education
UCAS
UCAS provide helpful support and advice for you to make an informed decision about your future and which providers may be the best fit for you.
UCAS Exhibition
Whether you are interested in higher education, apprenticeships, volunteer and gap year programmes, or career opportunities, you’re sure to find something that appeals to you at a UCAS exhibition.
The Uni Guide
heppSY
At HeppSY we work to help students like you make an informed decision about higher education, our team offer impartial information and advice.
Informed Choices
hepp Higher Education
Working across the Sheffield City Region to encourage more children, young people and adults to consider higher education opportunities.
GAP YEAR
Prefer to take a break from studying? Here you can find options for gap year ideas.
UCAS Gap Year
Prospects
Whether you are interested in higher education, apprenticeships, volunteer and gap year programmes, or career opportunities, you’re sure to find something that appeals to you at a UCAS exhibition.
Real Gap
Find your dream adventure with Real Gap Experience, the UK’s most experienced gap year and adventure travel specialists.
