Programmes for School Leavers
Courses for 16 to 18-year-olds
COURSES FOR SCHOOL LEAVERS
With hundreds of unique, exciting and inspiring programmes to choose from, everything you need to create your brighter future is waiting for you at Weston College.
From the minute you walk through the door, the experience and the environment that we create is all about maximising your potential. It’s about preparing and motivating you for a fresh and focused career pathway.
Every Weston College student becomes part of one of our exciting new Career Excellence Hubs. This means you will take part in a study programme with lots of career boosting benefits, all with the aim of help you to go further, giving you the opportunity to become career ready with the skills, knowledge and expertise you need to be successful in your next step and reach your ultimate goal - whatever that may be!
Whether you are looking for the next step after school or the next step in your career, we're bound to have a programme for you. Take a look below at the different types of qualifications available for school leavers and young people between 16 and 18 years old.
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Qualifications Explained
At Weston College we know that everyone learns differently. That’s why we deliver a variety of different qualification types - to give you the chance to learn in the way that suits you the most.
A Levels
A Levels develop the knowledge, skills and study habits to excel at university, as well as the attributes recognised by employers. Your academic studies will be complemented with enrichment opportunities such as trips, mentoring and work experience, providing the perfect springboard for your future career. A Levels are assessed through exams at the end of two years of study. Most learners study three subjects - some choose four.
Apprenticeships
With an apprenticeship you’ll go straight into the workplace and be shown clear routes to progress straight into employment within a specific occupation. You can achieve nationally recognised qualifications, earn a wage, and gain skills that will see you get ahead. On average you will spend 20% of your learning time in the college and 80% within the workplace..
Professional and Technical Qualifications
Professional and technical qualifications are designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to gain employment within specific industries or occupations. They provide a balance between theory and practical skills development. They are suited to those who want to get hands-on experience within a particular vocational area. These programmes include work placements. Assessment is more varied and will include exams, coursework and practical work.
Traineeships
Traineeships are a great way for 16 to 24-year-olds who haven’t yet gained the skills and experiences necessary to apply for jobs and apprenticeships. They are taught mostly in the workplace and include a mixture of personal and social development, and employability skills. The aim of a traineeship is to train you within a company so that you are more likely to be offered an apprenticeship or a job.
T Levels give you the chance to learn what a real career is like while you continue your studies. T Levels have been designed with leading businesses and employers to give you the knowledge and skills you need, including a minimum of 45 days on an industry placement – this means you will spend 80% of your learning time in College and 20% within the workplace.
CHOOSING WHAT TO STUDY
We are all about CAREERS NOT COURSES and pride ourselves on being able to offer a huge range of programmes to ensure you develop the skills and knowledge employers and universities are looking for. As the only education provider in North Somerset that enables you to work your way up from an entrylevel programme to a degree, we’re here to help you choose the right programme for you.
We can help you choose your study programme or apprenticeship by accessing the following support:
School Liaison Team
Working with local schools we help you find out about college life and programmes of study, and we provide you with advice and guidance about what programmes will best suit you. We will either visit your school, attend careers fairs and parents’ evenings or coordinate campus and virtual events such as our taster days, holiday workshops and tours.
Events
We put on a number of events over the year, which will be a mixture of face-to-face and virtual events. These provide you and your family with the opportunity to explore our facilities, speak to our lecturers, find out about the support on offer and choose the right programme for you. Our events also give you the opportunity to engage with a number of employers to find out about careers in their industry and why they value the calibre of candidates that come from Weston College.
CAREERS ADVICE
- On our website you can access a wealth of career guidance, such as:
- All the programmes you can study.
- What our alumni have gone on to achieve.
- Labour Market Intelligence (LMI) that will help explain what relevant careers and jobs are available, including salaries.
- NEW – Subject careers roadmaps, so you can map your journey with us and ensure it will get you into your chosen career. Also, check out Career Coach - this provides you with the opportunity to:
- Take an assessment that matches you with careers.
- Explore broad career pathways that match your strengths and interests.
- Compare careers within a pathway - including salaries, required education and more.
- Explore our programmes that will set you on the path to your desired career.
- Take a career assessment - and receive an in-depth report that can help you identify the best programme and career path for you!
We’re here and happy to help – if you would like more advice and guidance, contact our school liaison team by emailing schoolteam@weston.ac.uk. - they you can arrange a one-to-one careers appointment with our specialist staff.
LATEST NEWS
<p>In partnership with <a href="https://www.avonfire.gov.uk/">Avon Fire and Rescue</a>, our second Ignite Programme has been a success – a three-week dynamic, hands-on course designed to boost confidence and equip our learners for their next steps, whether that be entering employment, pursuing further training, or focusing on personal development.</p><p>Throughout the three-week programme, learners engaged in various activities including:</p><ul><li><strong>Team building </strong></li><li><strong>Building self confidence </strong></li><li><strong>Goal setting </strong></li><li><strong>Communication skills </strong></li><li><strong>Visits to fire stations </strong></li><li><strong>Outdoor activities </strong></li><li><strong>Health and wellbeing </strong></li><li><strong>Cooking skills </strong></li><li><strong>Interview skills </strong></li><li><strong>Presentation skills</strong></li></ul><p>The learners made significant progress during the programme and worked together incredibly to achieve all tasks they were given.</p><p>On the last day of Ignite, the learners showcased their skills in a live demonstration for an audience, where they were tasked with building a water dam that would be used to release water from a hosepipe. Following the demonstration, the learners took to the stage to present their journey over the past few weeks. They shared what they had learned, the challenges they faced, and the impact the experience had on them. Each individual spoke with confidence and professionalism, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.</p><p>To conclude the event, the learners were awarded certificates by the Mayor in recognition of their successful completion of the programme!</p><p>Following the programme, learners had the opportunity to engage in one-on-one sessions with a tutor to discuss their next steps and explore how to achieve their goals. The Ignite programme was immensely rewarding for both the learners who participated and the team who helped bring it to life!</p><p>Mike Hudson, Director of Adult Recruitment, expressed his pride in the collaborative effort behind Ignite:</p><p><em><strong>"I am incredibly proud of how Weston College, DWP, and Avon Fire & Rescue Service have come together to design and deliver Ignite. Our goal was to create a course that not only boosts self-confidence but also encourages teamwork and personal growth. We wanted something truly impactful, and what better way to achieve that than by partnering with Avon Fire & Rescue Service? Their involvement has added an exciting, hands-on dimension to learning, striking the perfect balance between physical activities and theoretical knowledge to keep learners engaged and motivated."</strong></em></p><p>Reflecting on the programme’s success, Mike recalled a standout moment:</p><p><em><strong>"On the first day, I stepped into the classroom to find a quiet, reserved group of learners who barely spoke to each other. Fast forward to their presentation day at the fire station, and the transformation was remarkable, laughter filled the room, and one learner was even dressed in full firefighter gear! It was a truly rewarding sight and exactly what we set out to achieve. By the end of the course, learners had grown in confidence, stepped out of their comfort zones, and were ready to take their next steps toward employment or further education."</strong></em></p><p>The Ignite course exemplifies the power of collaboration in supporting the community, demonstrating how education, public services, and employment initiatives can come together to create lasting impact.</p><p>A huge thank you to all Weston College staff involved, and to Avon Fire and Rescue for partnering with us to make this incredible opportunity possible!</p><p> </p><p><span class="TextRun SCXW33883096 BCX0 NormalTextRun" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(97, 97, 97);font-family:"Open Sans", "Open Sans_EmbeddedFont", "Open Sans_MSFontService", sans-serif;font-size:13.5pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:24.4125px;margin:0px;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:left;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;user-select:text;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" data-contrast="none" xml:lang="EN-GB" lang="EN-GB"><strong>If you are passionate about education and are looking for an opportunity to join the staff team at a leading college, then look at the latest job vacancies available at Weston College </strong></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW33883096 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:inherit;cursor:text;font-family:"Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:12px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;user-select:text;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/jobs?utm_source=main-menu&utm_medium=main-…; target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span class="TextRun SCXW33883096 BCX0 NormalTextRun" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-user-drag:none;color:rgb(55, 121, 123);font-family:"Open Sans", "Open Sans_EmbeddedFont", "Open Sans_MSFontService", sans-serif;font-size:13.5pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;line-height:24.4125px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration:none;text-transform:none;user-select:text;" data-contrast="none" xml:lang="EN-GB" lang="EN-GB" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><strong>here</strong></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW33883096 BCX0 NormalTextRun" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(97, 97, 97);font-family:"Open Sans", "Open Sans_EmbeddedFont", "Open Sans_MSFontService", sans-serif;font-size:13.5pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:24.4125px;margin:0px;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:left;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;user-select:text;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" data-contrast="none" xml:lang="EN-GB" lang="EN-GB"><strong>. You can find all the latest job opportunities that Weston College has to offer, with a commitment to providing quality education for learners and a focus on continuous professional development for staff, Weston College is an excellent place to work and grow in your career.</strong></span><span class="TextRun SCXW33883096 BCX0 NormalTextRun" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(97, 97, 97);font-family:"Open Sans", "Open Sans_EmbeddedFont", "Open Sans_MSFontService", sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:22.0875px;margin:0px;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:left;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;user-select:text;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" data-contrast="none" xml:lang="EN-GB" lang="EN-GB"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW33883096 BCX0 NormalTextRun" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:none !important;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:22.0875px;margin:0px;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:left;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;user-select:text;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-GB" lang="EN-GB"> </span><span class="EOP SCXW33883096 BCX0" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:22.0875px;margin:0px;orphans:2;padding:0px;text-align:left;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;user-select:text;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p>Weston College are delighted to announce our achievement of the <strong>Investors in Diversity Silver Award</strong>, granted by the National Centre for Diversity! Alongside this, we have also been ranked <a href="https://nationalcentrefordiversity.com/fredie-award-archive/top-100-inc… place in the UK’s Top 100 Inclusive Employers</strong>.</a></p><p>A huge factor in how we have achieved this is by encouraging and embedding the FREDIE principles across the college (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement). This Silver Award recognises organisations which demonstrate excellence in promoting FREDIE within the workplace. With this award, we as a college are recognised by the National Centre for Diversity to uphold their values confirming the colleges workplace culture, policies and practices provide a benchmark for other organisations.</p><p>Our EDI vision has progressed and so have our aspirations, making this recognition of our EDI journey and of our efforts extremely fulfilling. This is only the beginning, as we progress further and further to achieve our ambitions of true inclusivity, diversity and equitable place to learn and work. This is supported by our effective EDI committee and staff networks which drive initiatives for inclusion and comprehensive FREDIE training to foster positive cultural changes. The accreditation process also shows the college provides strong support for diverse student groups and mental health initiatives, as a disability confident level 2 employer, Weston Collee remains committed to embedding FREDIE principles and strengthening trust across our college community.</p><p>Our work was continued through our hosting of an Equity Exchange Conference with the Association of Colleges (AoC) on Thursday, January 23rd, where we shared our EDI journey with other colleges to maintain momentum and focus on this ever-important work. This work underpinned what we as a college stood for: welcoming everyone, creating opportunities for all, and celebrating our uniqueness. This silver award was an important milestone in the college’s commitment to creating brighter futures and fostering a truly inclusive and respectful environment.</p><p>Pat Jones, Principal and Chief Executive said: <em>“Receiving the Investors in Diversity Silver Award is a testament to our dedication to fostering an inclusive environment. This accolade reflects the commitment of our entire college community to creating a place where all are valued and have the opportunity to thrive. We are incredibly proud yet aware there is always more we can do. Being placed 11th encourages and drives us to continue enhancing our approach to inclusion and engagement.”</em></p><p>This 11th placement is valid for a 2-year period which we aim to build further by strengthening the inclusive policies that drive it.</p><p>Operations Manager Aneesah Khan at the National Centre for Diversity said, <em>“We congratulate Weston College, their staff, and stakeholders on successfully achieving the investors in diversity silver award following their assessment. This accomplishment reflects a significant commitment to workplace inclusivity.”</em></p><p> </p><p><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);border-width:0px;box-sizing:border-box;color:rgb(97, 97, 97);font-family:"Hco Gotham", "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:inherit;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;orphans:2;outline:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong style="background-color:transparent;border-width:0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:18px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">If you are passionate about education and are looking for an opportunity to join the staff team at a leading college, then look at the latest job vacancies available at Weston College </strong></span><a style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);border-width:0px;box-sizing:border-box;color:rgb(16, 108, 177);font-family:"Hco Gotham", "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:18px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;orphans:2;outline:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/jobs?utm_source=main-menu&utm_medium=main-…; rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://www.weston.ac.uk/jobs?utm_source=main-menu&utm_medium=main-…; target="_blank"><span style="background-color:transparent;border-width:0px;box-sizing:border-box;color:rgb(55, 121, 123);font-size:inherit;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;"><strong style="background-color:transparent;border-width:0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:18px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">here</strong></span></a><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);border-width:0px;box-sizing:border-box;color:rgb(97, 97, 97);font-family:"Hco Gotham", "Open Sans", Arial, sans-serif;font-size:inherit;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;orphans:2;outline:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong style="background-color:transparent;border-width:0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:18px;margin:0px;outline:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">. You can find all the latest job opportunities that Weston College has to offer, with a commitment to providing quality education for learners and a focus on continuous professional development for staff, Weston College is an excellent place to work and grow in your career.</strong> </span></p>
<p>T Levels can be a great stepping stone for students interested in <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/course-category/apprenticeship/">degree apprenticeships</a>. They provide a solid foundation of technical knowledge and practical skills that are often highly relevant to apprenticeships in industries like engineering, digital, and healthcare.</p><p>We spoke with two Degree Apprenticeship learners from <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/">UCW</a>, Joshua and Alexander, who both also completed <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/t-lev… Levels</a> at Weston College, to discover how their T Level experience has influenced their success in their Degree Apprenticeships.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What T Level did you study at Weston College, and which degree apprenticeship are you now currently doing at UCW?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua:</strong> I studied the T Level in <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/compu… Production, Design, and Development</a> at Weston College, and now I’m doing a degree apprenticeship in <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/courses/digital-and-technology-solutions-bsc-hons… Development</a> at UCW.</p><p><strong>Alexander:</strong> I studied <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/compu… Production, Design and Development (DPDD)</a> and I am currently attending the <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/courses/digital-and-technology-solutions-bsc-hons…; degree apprenticeship.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Which company are you currently working with for your degree apprenticeship?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua:</strong> I am currently working for <a href="https://mttltd.com/">Motor Trade Technologies (MTT)</a> a company in the automotive industry which create garage management software and multiple other solutions in the industry.</p><p><strong>Alexander:</strong> I am currently working for <a href="https://www.airbus.com/en">Airbus</a>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What were some highlights of your T Level experience?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua:</strong> My main highlight for the T-Level is the industry placement I did for TwistedWeb, which is the sister company to MTT, as it allowed me to get an understanding of life in a workplace. It also taught me soft skills with talking to customers and skills I needed for my exams in college. Another highlight would be the final major project in my second year, as most people would say they hate exams, this exam was the most fun I had. It included in creating a web application based on a scenario given and going through the steps of the software cycle – this was the best part of my two years there.</p><p><strong>Alexander:</strong> The main highlight was the work experience! For me it was a very unique thing and my placement at Sen5e IT pushed my career forward a lot. Another highlight of my T Level was the teaching style, and the events that were held.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What inspired you to do a degree apprenticeship following your T Level?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua:</strong> As a person who learns better by doing things in a practical way, I have always had my head set on continuing my education whilst gaining work experience, and the apprenticeship seemed like the perfect option. Also, seeing the students in the year above me in the T Level go to amazing apprenticeships, I felt like I should follow their footsteps and continue learning after my T Level.</p><p><strong>Alexander:</strong> The inspiration came from a mix of working in the workplace, as well as the educational side of a degree apprenticeship. As degree apprenticeships work in a similar way to my T Level, I found that the balance between the work experience and college really suited me, so I chose to continue with the same balance on the degree apprenticeship scheme.</p><p> </p><p><strong>How has your T Level helped you with your degree apprenticeship at UCW?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua: </strong>The technical and theoretical skills I learnt during my T-Level have been the biggest help. I was already familiar with programming languages and software development practices. This made it a lot easier for me to handle the challenges at UCW whilst also contributing to the workplace.</p><p><strong>Alexander:</strong> The main thing that helped me with my degree apprenticeship from the T-Level was the work experience as it gave me an insight into what the work would be like and the transferable skills from coding.</p><p> </p><p><strong>How did you find the transition from T Levels to degree apprenticeship?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua: </strong>The T-Level gave me a solid foundation, but the apprenticeship added another level of academic hardship, which took me a while to adjust to. Balancing work and study has also been a challenge, but it is still rewarding to see feedback on both university projects and work projects.</p><p><strong>Alexander:</strong> I found the transition to be very simple! The T-Level prepares you for the degree apprenticeship – it really feels like the course was built for the transfer into a degree apprenticeship.</p><p> </p><p><strong>How has the work placement you did during your T Level helped you in your current workplace for your degree apprenticeship?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua:</strong> My work placement during my T-Level studies was the most valuable part of it. I learned how to communicate with clients, working as part of teams and managing deadlines. These are skills I use every day in my apprenticeship. It also gave me a better understanding of how the theory I was learning in the classroom applied in the real world.</p><p><strong>Alexander:</strong> The work placement I did during my T-Level was the best experience I have had in a workplace. It has helped me in my current workplace as I know how to act and how to present professionally within a work environment. All in all, it really prepared me for the whole of my current position at Airbus.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What advice would you give to anyone considering doing T Levels?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua: </strong>If you are looking for a practical career, no matter what industry it is, and want to develop your hands-on skills while still getting a solid foundation in your industry, I would recommend T Levels time and time again. It's the best way to gain experience in a workplace and opens the door to apprenticeships, further education and even jobs. In my industry most companies are after experience when looking at CVs, and T Levels are your best friend when looking for experience in specific fields. One thing I had in my first year was the inability to gain a placement, but it took time and networking across the area to land a spot. I will always say not to worry and stay calm as there are always people to help you, the amount of support you get is amazing.</p><p><strong>Alexander:</strong> Do it - plain and simple! The T-Level is the best pathway to prepare you for both the workplace and a degree as it teaches you to balance your time and keep on top of your assignments. T Levels also teach you all the essential skills that every workplace is looking for and there is nothing more valuable than that.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What advice would you give anyone considering doing a degree apprenticeship?</strong></p><p><strong>Joshua:</strong> A degree apprenticeship is an excellent way to earn while you learn. You get to apply what you’re studying in real-time, which is incredibly valuable. It’s hard work, but the payoff is worth it. I’d advise anyone considering it to be ready for the balance of work and study, but also to embrace the opportunity to develop both academically and professionally.</p><p><strong>Alexander: </strong>Again, plain and simple, do it! It is the best way to complete a degree and hopefully acquire a job by the end of it! Again, it teaches discipline, time management and essential social skills. Although it is very different to the standard university lifestyle, it will teach you a lot more.</p><p> </p><p>Find out more about <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/t-lev… Levels here</a>, and find out more about <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/course-category/apprenticeship/">Degree Apprenticeships here</a>!</p>
