Useful Links
Out of Area Providers

Bishop Burton College

Coming to College can be a daunting experience. But don't worry - Bishop Burton College has a strong reputation for the level of advice and support that is available to all its learners.

www.bishopburton.ac.uk

Bishop Grosseteste College

Established in 1862, Bishop Grosseteste University College Lincoln enjoys a long-standing reputation as an independent Anglican higher education institution.

www.bishopg.ac.uk

Doncaster College

Doncaster College is the largest provider of further education in South Yorkshire. It is also one of the largest providers of higher education in the region.

www.don.ac.uk

East Riding College

East Riding College welcomes more than 1,500 full-time students every year, with thousands more taking part-time and higher education courses.

www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk

Goole College

Learners join us at Goole College for a variety of reasons, they may wish to gain qualifications to develop their chosen careers or progress to higher education.

www.goole-college.co.uk

Hull College

Whatever your age, your lifestyle, commitments or ambition Hull College can help you gain the skills and qualifications you need to set you on the pathway to career success.

www.hull-college.ac.uk

Lincoln College

Based over two sites in Lincolnshire, in Lincoln City Centre and at Gainsborough, we are the largest educational institution in the County, with around 9,000 students of whom 2,500 are full-time.

www.lincolncollege.ac.uk

Portland College

Portland College is a vibrant national College for people with a wide range of disabilities. We provide first class education and vocational training for up to 300 students aged 16 upwards.

www.portland.ac.uk

Selby College

Whatever your interests, your future will be brighter by choosing a course with Selby College -Yorkshire's No1 college. We offer a wide range of subjects for your career development and leisure interests.

www.selby.ac.uk

Wilberforce Sixth Form College

This website gives you a taste of the exciting opportunities and excellent facilities that Wilberforce College has for you. Not only is there a wide range of courses, there are lots of sports, drama, music, charity events, social activities….and more for you to enjoy.

www.wilberforce.ac.uk

Wyke Sixth Form College

Wyke takes a pride in the progress of its students and the work of its staff. The College is large enough to offer a broad range of subjects but on a small enough scale to mean that students are valued and their achievements recognised.

www.wyke.ac.uk
Other Area Prospectuses

Doncaster Area Prospectus

http://www.doncasterchoices1419.org.uk

East Riding & Hull Area Prospectus

http://www.logonmoveon.co.uk

Lincolnshire & Rutland Area Prospectus

http://www.14-19.info
Benefits Information

Education Maintenance Allowance EMA

The official website provides details of this scheme and how it could help you to afford learning after the age of 16.

http://www.dfes.gov.uk/financialhelp/ema/

Education Grants Advisory Service (EGAS)

Offers advice and guidance on funding for those studying in post-16 education in the UK.

http://www.egas-online.org.uk

Uniaid

Uniaid is an independent charity which aims to help young people overcome the financial hurdles to higher education.

http://www.uniaid.org.uk

16-19 Transport Support

Carry on learning with up to £30 per week.

http://www.dfes.gov.uk/financialhelp

Young People

Provides a range of government information on financial support for learning. Managing money and benefits for young people.

http://www.direct.gov.uk/EducationAndLearning/fs/en

Student Finance Direct

There’s financial support from the government to help with the costs of higher education, available through the Student Finance England service.

http://www.studentsupportdirect.co.uk

Adult Learning Grant

The Adult Learning Grant is a means-tested allowance for 19- to 31-year-olds in England who are studying full time for a first full Level 2 or Level 3 qualification

www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/AdultLearning/Adultlearninggrant/index.htm
Progression Information

Aimhigher

This portal provides information to enable decision-making by people comtemplating entering HE, covering institutions and courses, financial advice and support, the applications process and student life

http://www.aimhigher.ac.uk

The National Academy for Gifted and Talented Youth

The National Academy for Gifted and Talented Youth works with specialist providers and universities.

http://www.nagty.ac.uk

Apprenticeships

Information about apprenticeships, including the opportunity to apply for apprenticeship vacancies online

www.apprenticeships.org.uk/

Consortium for Learning

Raising the profile and increasing participation in Workbased Learning

www.cflhumber.org.uk

Youth Information Service

Lots of advice on a wide range of issues plus a free enquiry service.

http://www.gbyoc.org.uk/yis/

Gapyear.com

Includes information on the range of gap year options open to young people.

http://www.gapyear.com

Labour Market Information (LMI)

Food & Drink, Chemicals, Engineering, Retail and Health & Social Care are just some of the key occupational sectors in the Humber. This site has lots of information about employment trends and work opportunities in the Humber and beyond".

http://www.lmihumber.co.uk

Learndirect

Advice on courses and job profiles

http://www.learndirect.co.uk

Learning and Skills Council Youth Channel

Includes directory with study and career information

http://www.lsc.gov.uk/national/youth/

Merlin Help Students

Student information portal for students aiming to study in further or higher education.

http://www.merlinhelpsstudents.com

Need2Know

Sections cover health, moeny, entertainment, travel, relationships, learning, work, law, housing and environment.

http://www.need2know.co.uk

New Deal

This page relates to the New Deal for Young People aged 18-24, FAQs and an outline of how the scheme operates in relation to young people.

http://www.newdeal.gov.uk/newdeal.asp?DealID=1824

Prospects

The UK's official graduate careers website gives information on the range of options available after taking a degree-level qualification.

http://www.prospects.ac.uk

Support 4 Learning

The section on money covers bank accounts, grants and loans, awards and bursaries, and money management, including tips and links to organisations' websites.

http://www.support4learning.org.uk

TheSite.org

Owned and run by the charity YouthNet UK, this website aims to provide information for young people to make informed decisions and life choices.

http://www.thesite.org/

Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS)

Central organisation which processes applications for full time under graduate courses at UK universities and colleges.

http://www.ucas.com/
Careers Portal

Connexions

Sections on careers, learning, health, housing, free time, work, money, relationships, rights and travel.

http://www.connexions-direct.com

DfES, Young People's Gateway

Areas cover topics including financial support, learning, tests and qualifications, students with special needs, voluntary work, going to university/college.

http://www.dfes.gov.uk/youngpeople

Directgov

Includes sections on making choices at 14-19 - how to choose subjects and which courses / where to study; leaving school and finding work; funding information; gap years and volunteering.

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/educationandlearning/index.htm

IGEN

Working with young people – advice on progression for 19+ learners

http://www.igengroup.co.uk/

DCSF, Young People's Gateway

Areas cover topics including financial support, learning, tests and qualifications, students with special needs, voluntary work, going to university/college.

http://www.dfes.gov.uk/youngpeople

14-19 Area Prospectuses

Link to the national portal for e-prospectuses

http://www.dcsf.gov.uk/14-19/index.cfm?sid=41
Special Needs Advice

After 16

A site informing young disabled people about opportunities available to them at age 16+ adn the services they should be able to recieve.

http://www.after16.org.uk

Deaf and Creative

This site is aimed at young deaf people considering what to do after school or college, and at deaf university students and graduates.

http://www.deafandcreative.ac.uk

My Future Choices

The site provides general information for young people with disabilities about their future choices.

http://www.myfuturechoices.org.uk

RNIB - The Student Site

This site is aimed specifically at blind and partially sighted students, with information about studying and university, jobs and careers, and using technology to support.

http://www.rnib.org.uk

Skill: National Bureau for Students with Disabilities

The website contains information of specific interest to people with disabililtes. Case studies of students' experiences are included, along with a discussion forum (registration necessary).

http://www.skill.org.uk

The Association of National Specialist Colleges

The NATSPEC website contains a searchable directory of colleges which cater for students with a wide range of disabilities and special needs.

http://www.natspec.org.uk

Trans-active (MENCAP)

This MENCAP site is aimed at teenages/young people with learning disabilities

http://www.trans-active.org.uk
Jobs and Employment Information

Jobs4U - A Connexions Site

Excellent site that gives information on the skills and qualifications needed for entry to a range of jobs.

http://www.connexions-direct.com/jobs4u/

Jobcentre Plus

Leaving Education section includes advice on getting jobs, training for the future, and obtaining financial and practical help.

http://www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk

Jobseekers-uk.com

Tips on interview technique and presenting CVs but it is not aimed specifically at young people.

http://www.jobseekers-uk.com

Worktrain

Jobs and careers information site, containing information from Jobcentre Plus

http://www.worktrain.gov.uk