Degree Apprenticeship guide
The Sixth Formers’ Guide to Degree Apprenticeships is a free 100-page digital guide for Year 12 and Year 13 students, their parents, and careers professionals at schools & sixth form colleges.
The new guide explains how degree apprenticeships can provide sixth form school-leavers with a debt-free university degree – and a guaranteed graduate job in sought-after professions such as accounting, engineering, banking & finance, law and technology.
https://online.flippingbook.com/view/548515636/
Parents and caregivers session: Unifrog basics
For parents/guardians
Join our webinar to find out how, as a parent or caregiver, you can use Unifrog to support conversations about your child’s post-16 options and post-18 progression routes, including apprenticeships, universities, and careers. Delivered by Unifrog staff, the session will give you an overview of the key student tools for different year groups, highlight our resources, and show you where you can find out information about our upcoming events.
When: Wednesday 5 February @ 17:30 UK time
Duration: 45 mins
Upcoming opportunities:
University of Southampton – Their Teachers’ and Advisers’ Conference will support professional development, helping you provide more informed advice and guidance to students. You’ll have the chance to network with peers, share best practice and talk to current students to find out what it’s like to study at this Russell Group university.
Book here (7 May 2025, 9am–5pm)
A&O Shearman – Their Solicitor Apprenticeship is a unique opportunity to earn a law degree while gaining hands-on experience with a starting salary of £28,000. Over six years, apprentices combine paid on-the-job training with academic study, supported by expert mentors and a collaborative team. This innovative programme offers a direct pathway to qualification as a solicitor.
Share with students (apply by 19 Feb 2025)
SP Jain London School of Management – Introducing a truly global Business School in the heart of Canary Wharf, London! Their Business degree offers immersive learning and internships across four global cities – London, Singapore, Dubai and Sydney, supported by a travel bursary of £8,000.
Email Andrew to learn more and book a talk for your school
Ygam – This Unifrog course for students explores the influence that media and advertising can have on young people accessing gaming and gambling. Your students can explore the reasons why people gamble, the use of advertising to attract young people, and how to spot signs of people who are experiencing issues as a result of gambling.
Share with students
University of Bedfordshire – They offer scholarships worth up to £2,500 per year for 2025 entry. Students can get closer to their dream career by finding out how Bedfordshire’s suite of financial support can help them thrive.
Learn more here
KPMG – Applications are now open to join KPMG in Audit, Tax or Business Services apprenticeships in 2025. With a starting salary of £23,000-£25,000 depending on location. Students can expect exceptional learning and development and a structured training programme as they work towards a professional qualification or degree. Early application is advised as roles will be removed as spaces are filled.
Students can apply here
Durham University – Learn about contextual offers for applicants who meet certain eligibility criteria (like free school meals, state schools, or certain postcodes). Students could receive reduced offers of up to two grades below standard entry requirements!
Learn more or sign up to their newsletter
Government Economic Service (GES) – The GES degree apprenticeship programme gives students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience while earning a fee-free economics degree from the University of Kent. This is a unique opportunity to work in a central government department or agency on some of the most important social, environmental, and economics issues. The first cohort of apprentices graduated in 2023 with 97% achieving a 2:1 degree or higher!
Get students to click ‘see all UK apprenticeships’ (apply by 6 Jan 2025)
BBC careers: https://careers.bbc.co.uk/content/EC_Home/?locale=en_GB
Generation Welwyn Hatfield 2025!
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council and Hertfordshire Futures’ skills portal HOP are hosting an exciting careers fair to highlight different job sectors and opportunities open to young people in Welwyn and Hatfield areas now and in the near future: and give young people an opportunity to meet employers.
This event operates a Twilight session from 3.30pm to 5.00pm and any local school or Oaklands college students are welcome to attend to meet with local employers and learn about the many career opportunities available.
https://www.hopinto.co.uk/generation-careers-fair-hub/generation-welwyn-hatfield-2025/
Are you a Parent or Carer of a Secondary School – Aged Child and Want to Know More About Guiding Them Through their Next Steps?
Sign-Up for The Hertfordshire Virtual Careers Fair and Find out About T Levels, Courses and Apprenticeships from Colleges, Training Providers and Employers
https://www.hopinto.co.uk/events/the-hertfordshire-virtual-careers-fair-for-parents-and-carers/
