Understanding the options available to you in future is important when deciding what will best suit you and the goals you have for yourself.

Take a look around this section to find information about different qualification types and tips on choosing your options.

What are my options after year 11?

After year 11, there are many options available to pick from. Finding the one that suits you can help you make the best choices for your future. This page looks at some of the things you can do next.

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Reasons to get a degree

Discover the benefits of getting a degree, and explore the opportunities you'll get at uni.

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Download our Pathway Planner

You鈥檝e read about the different study and pathway options open to you, and you鈥檝e learned tips to make deciding what鈥檚 right for you a little easier. Now put pen to paper and have a go at mapping out your choices using our downloadable Pathway Planner.

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What are the different types of university degrees?

Unsure of the difference between a Bachelor's degree and HNC? Curious about what an MBA is, or what an LLB is for? Make sense of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and awards with this simple guide.

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Understanding university ratings and rankings

Which university surveys should you pay attention to? What do the stats mean? And how can they help you decide where and what to study? Let's take a look at your key information sources.

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Find a course by subject area

Explore our degrees by subject area. Whatever your field of interest, our courses cater to your goals and experience, from accountancy and economics to sports science. Find your course now.

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Your journey to uni

Start browsing our topics to get tips and advice from current uni students, explore subject routes and learn all about your exciting journey at post-16.

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Study skills

We want you to make the most of your study time so that you also have time for your hobbies, interests and social life. Explore our tips for studying at home, revision success and managing stress.

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