A Guide to Further Education
From The Student Room
Welcome to our Further Education guide. If you're studying towards your GCSEs and thinking about where to go next, then you've come to exactly the right place. This is going to be a big step, but don't worry, on this page we've brought together loads of information to help you:
- Decide whether Further Education should be your next step.
- Work out whether to study at a school or college.
- Choose which subjects are right for you.
- Discover what it'll be like to continue with your education.
- Find out about funding your studies.
- And don't forget to check out our definitive list of FAQs at the bottom of the page.
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Choosing what to study Choosing what you want to study is a much harder task than choosing where, so why not take some time to find out what subjects and qualifications you can take.
Alternatively, see what other options are available:
International Baccalaureate
- See our wiki page about the IB system, or visit our IB subforum.
Vocational opportunities
Scottish Highers
Still confused? Then pop down to the Study Help forums, and ask for our members' advice!
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What to do after GCSE So now you've finished studying your GCSEs, but what should you do now? With some form of education or training compulsory up to the age of 18, it's important for you to work out the best route for you. Where do I start?
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So what options do I have?
Need help deciding?
- Do I study at sixth form or college? - See our article on What's right for me?
- Think home studying might be suitable for you? Then see our wiki article on home learning.
Applications:
Still can't decide? Then head down to the Study Help forums to get students' opinions!
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Preparation for Further Education
About to start your further education, or maybe you're keen to find out what it'll be like in advance? We have lots of relevant information written by students who have been through it all before, to make things easier for you.
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Show me the money!
Fed up of being nagged by your parents, or not having enough money to hang out with your friends? Then find out how you can earn money alongside your studies!
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- Read up on our information about Education Maintenance Allowance to see if you’re entitled to a weekly allowance of up to £30.
- Not able to receive EMA? Then find out how part time work can complement your study by:
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Already a student in Further Education?
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Then you might be thinking about university. If so, why not check out our University pages to help you decide where to study!
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Have your exams coming up soon? Then check out our revision resources to help you succeed!
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