Further Study
This section directs you to key sources of help if you are thinking of continuing from your current course onto further study in higher education. Click on the sub-heading buttons on the left for general information.
Go to the Course Briefs section of this Guide for targeted course information.
Are you a student on a Foundation Degree or HND?
If you successfully finish your course, you might be able to complete an honours degree in your subject through a one-year Top-up degree course, specifically designed for students from your course. You could also consider applying for entry into the final year of a degree course in a similar subject.
For most courses you will need to apply through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).
Are you a student on an Honours Degree?
If you expect to achieve a good degree, you could consider postgraduate higher degree courses and research.
Are you unable to continue studying full-time?
If you are unable to continue full-time study to complete an Honours degree, you could consider the possibility of a part-time course, or the more flexible option of a distance learning degree with the Open University. Check how much exemption you could be entitled to.
Alternatively, you could consider taking vocational qualifications part-time relevant to your career interest.
