Vocational Pathways

If you are interested in a future STEM related career but do not think that University is for you, then there are still options that are available to you.

Check out the https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship website to search for Apprenticeship vacancies right now. Take care to search for the right level of apprenticeship for you. The different levels of apprenticeships are as follows...

Degree/Higher apprenticeship – a university Degree or Diploma (Level 5 or 4)

These Degree or Higher level apprenticeships are highly sought after with good reason. Normally taken after a programme or relevant A levels, these top quality apprenticeships provide an equivalent qualification as if you were going to university but whilst getting paid by a company, working 4 days and going to university of a fifth. They are fully funded by the employer and usually take 5 or 6 years.

Higher or Degree level apprenticeships generally require you to have achieved 3 good A levels or equivalent vocational qualifications.

Advanced level apprenticeship – equivalent to two A level passes (Level 3)

An apprenticeship is a great way for those who want to get trained up in a specific career to learn from the people who do it every day. Apprentices earn a modest wage while working to gain a qualification in their chosen field. Level 3 apprenticeships are available in courses such as: Engineering, Construction, ICT, Manufacturing etc.

Advanced level apprenticeships generally require you to have achieved 5 good GCSEs (grades A*-C)

Intermediate level apprenticeship – equivalent to five GCSE passes (Level 2)

This is an entry level apprenticeship which can provide a way into a particular job, including a qualification to those who might not be able to meet the entry requirements for an Advanced Level Apprenticeship.

Further information on Apprenticeships can be found on the UCAS website.

Level 3 College Course – an alternative to traditional A Levels

This is an option for those wanting to continue their education but on a Vocational course that is equivalent to A levels. This would typically be in year 12 and 13 at college.

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