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Routes to higher education
The following links to the Key Routes website provide examples of routes into and through higher education from level 1 to graduate and post-graduate - really helpful if you want to understand levels and qualifications.
Business and administration
Accounting, Business administration, Human resources and Insurance
Construction and the built environment
Civil Engineering, Building Surveying, Building Services Engineering and Construction Management
Creative and media
Graphic designer, Fashion designer, Music technologist and Advertising
Engineering
Aerospace/aeronautical engineering, Automotive/motorsports engineering, Electrical & electronic engineering and Marine engineering
Environmental and land-based activities
Environmental conservation, Arboriculture/forestry, Animal care (including Veterinary nursing) and Landscaping
Hair and beauty
Hairdressing/barbering, Beauty therapy, Nail services and Holistic therapies
Hospitality and catering
Chef/professional cookery, Bar management/Licensed trade, Hotel management and Housekeeping
Information technology
Software development, IT support/network management, Web designer and Project management
Manufacturing and product design
Chemical engineering, Food technology, Product design and Printing
Public services
Police, Army, Ambulance service/paramedic and Local government
Retail
Retail management (store operations), Logistics, Customer service and Retail buying
Travel and tourism
Travel agency, Tour operations, Airline and airport services and Heritage
Society, health and development
Occupational therapy, Radiography, Biomedical science and Adult social care
Sport and active leisure
Outdoor activities, Sports coaching, Sport and exercise science and Leisure management
