Did you know?

• You don't have to go away to university to study for a degree - many higher education courses are delivered at local colleges as well. What's on offer ranges from short course to Foundation degrees, Honours degrees and Post Graduate study. 
• For work-related courses, search Foundation Degrees in the South East by location, subject or key-word. Most Foundation degrees can be studied part-time to fit round work.
• If you're wondering what we mean by higher education (HE) it is any programme where the level of teaching is at Level 4 or above on the national qualifications framework. Have a look at the Qualifications and Levels information sheet for more explanation.  To give you a point of reference, GCSEs are level 2.
• If you're a mature learner, you can start degree level study with or without A levels (level 3).  Your experience may be enough and you might be able to claim some accreditation for it.  
• If you're returning to education and you don't have qualifications, a Skills Account could help you take control of your learning and working life.  Try the diagnostic questionnaires to help you make decisions.
• Professional and Career Development Loans could help you pay for learning that enhances your career prospects.
• Explore The Good University Guide Online to find out who's good at what.
• If you can't find what you're looking for on this website, just email us to talk to an experienced Careers Adviser.

If you have a disability and you're thinking about study, have a look at our information sheets on disability support in further education  and disability support in higher education  together with contact details of specialist  organisations offering information on disabilities.  

Postgraduate study

Look at your local university and college websites for short courses and continuing professional development - look in the business facing sections for work-related learning.  For general advice, see the information and advice for postgraduates at Prospects and Postgraduate study: getting started.

More help with study choices

• Fitting study around work and family
• Routes to higher education - diagrams of routes across 50 work related areas
• Apprenticeships information
• Returning to learning - where to start and how to build your confidence
• Exploring your university options - things to consider when choosing a course

Your local providers of higher education

Find details of all the institutions delivering higher education in the South East, download one of our information sheets or use the course search on UCAS

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