A STUDENT'S GUIDE TO RESULTS DAY
We've been there and know that it can feel like your whole future depends on one envelope or one login. The truth is, it really doesn't. We spoke to our student community, recruiters and the Higherin team to get the real intel on how to navigate results day and what to do afterwards.
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Is it your A-Level Results Day?
Whether you’re celebrating or regrouping, we’ve got you covered.
Got the grades you wanted?
Congratulations! Once the celebrations die down, it’s time to get busy. If you’ve applied for university, an apprenticeship, or maybe you’re not fully there yet, here are some of our fave reads to help you.
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What's a Degree Apprenticeship? A Guide
Degree apprenticeships are a great alternative to university. Years of work experience, no tuition fees, earn a salary AND a degree.
Degree Apprenticeships or University? Which Option is Best For You?
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What to Bring to University (First Year Packing List)
Starting to have a slight meltdown about packing for uni? We’ve all been there. Read our complete guide to what to and what not to bring to university.
Apprenticeship Success Stories
These students were just like you, now they're doing big things at their apprenticeships. Here are their stories.
The Ultimate First Job Toolkit
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Can you do an Apprenticeship after A-Levels?
If you’re looking to start a career after finishing your A-Levels, apprenticeships are a great alternative to university. Georgia takes you through all your options.
A-Level Results Day
A-Level results day feels like the biggest day in the world, and we totally understand. But what actually happens on the day? We take you through what to expect and what comes afterwards.
Our Senior Events and Partnerships Executive, Georgia did a degree apprenticeship after her A-Levels:
Georgia Senior Events and Partnerships Executive, HigherinWhen I finished my A-Levels, I knew I wanted a degree, but I also wanted to get straight into the world of work. An apprenticeship let me do both, so it felt like the obvious choice. If you're weighing up the same thing, know that you really don't have to pick one over the other.
Want to hear more from Georgia? Read her story on apprenticeships after A-Levels.
HEADING TO UNIVERSITY? WE’RE STILL HERE FOR YOU
We don’t just do apprenticeships; we’ll also help you find work experience with top employers while you’re studying. Here’s what you can do now to get ready for university.
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TAKE ME TO MY DASHBOARDWhat the hell is a degree apprenticeship?
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Didn’t get what you wanted?
If results day didn’t go according to plan, take it easy. This isn’t the end of anything at all; it’s just a different route in, and there are lots. Let’s explore.
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A Day in the Life: Beyond A-Levels
Whether it's a degree apprenticeship, an internship, or a placement during university, there are so many exciting things to look forward to. Meet the students who were just like you.
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Is it your GCSE results day?
Your next step starts right here.
Got your grades?
Well done! Now it’s time to really get into what comes next. You’re likely heading to sixth form, college or an apprenticeship. Even if you’re unsure which route you’re taking, we have plenty to explore to help you decide.
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Apprenticeships or A-Levels?
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I always knew I wanted to start my own business, so choosing an apprenticeship felt like the most practical way to gain real insight into that world. I experienced first-hand how businesses operate, worked at the forefront of innovation, and built skills that led to me being headhunted by leading startups and enterprises before founding my own company. I wouldn't change that decision for the world. Elma, Apprentice Living
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Didn’t get the result you wanted?
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Can you do an Apprenticeship without GCSEs?
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Apprenticeships for 16 Year Olds
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A day in the life of an apprentice
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I can't lie and say it isn't one of the most nerve-wracking days of your life, but the sense of achievement and pride you get from seeing all your hard work pay off really makes the months of revision worth it. I actually didn't pass my maths GCSE first time around, and it really wasn't as stressful as it seems; you just end up studying it alongside your A Levels until you do. Dan, A-Level Student
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