Not sure what to do after A levels or sixth form?

Explore your options here

Confused about your options after school, college, or sixth form? Here's all you need to know about the routes available to you, to help you decide what to do next. You could apply to university, go on a gap year, take on an apprenticeship, find an internship, or start your working career. Whichever option is right for you, this page will help you find the answers to all your questions about your next step in life.

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Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are a great way to gain the skills and experience needed to get into many careers. Find out how an apprenticeship could be the perfect route into the career you want.

University

A university course gives you the opportunity to gain valuable skills and a qualification. Discover the degree courses you could study to help you follow your chosen career.

Employment

Going straight into works gets you onto the first step of your career, builds your confidence, gives you experience, and gives you the opportunity to meet new people. Identify the type of job that will help you on your career path.

Internships

An internship gives you the opportunity to work at a company to learn new skills and gain experience in a particular industry or job role. Find out how an internship could be the perfect option for you.

Gap years

Gap years can be used to enhance your CV, travel, learn new skills, and much more. Explore gap year ideas and the opportunities open to you.

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Explore all your options – from higher or degree apprenticeships, to travelling gap years – at one of more than 50 free exhibitions across the UK.

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The UCAS Hub

Explore your options, favourite your interests, and create your UCAS application all in one place. Get started with your UCAS Hub.

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Study options and qualifications

Apprenticeships and traineeships

Finance and support

Thinking about university?

Applying to university

What and where to study

After applying

Results and Clearing

Finance

Student life

Choosing a course

How to apply through UCAS

International students

Fees, loans, and funding

Teacher training

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Apprenticeships in the UK

What you need to know about apprenticeships

How I got my apprenticeship

Traineeships and school leaver programmes

Finding a career

Getting a job

Employment

Internships

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