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Business, Education, Education News, News

ESCP Business School’s Master in Management ranked fifth worldwide by the Financial Times

Out of the 100 institutions ranked by the Financial Times in 2022, ESCP Business School earned fifth place worldwide for its Master in Management programme, climbing two places from the previous year.

With campuses across Berlin, London, Madrid, Paris, Turin and Warsaw, ESCP’s European approach is celebrated in both our global performance as well as our outstanding achievements across the ranking criteria.

As part of the programme, students are required to study at a minimum of two of ESCP’s six campuses. Thanks to this unique structure and our network of partner universities around the world, the school ranked fourth in the International Course Experience category.

The international dimension of our Master in Management programme is also reflected in the makeup of our student cohort (94% international students) and our faculty (86% international faculty). We are confident that this multicultural, multi-campus experience prepares our students for today’s workplace, as evident from the fact that 99% of our students are employed within three months post graduation.

Professor Cécile Kharoubi, Associate Dean for the Master in Management programme, commented: “Positioning within the top five worldwide makes us very proud of our students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Institutions are made of people, and our high position in this very competitive ranking shows the merits of our attention to personal development, including cultivating a communicative, innovative, and critical thinking mindset in our students.”

Professor Léon Laulusa, Executive Vice-President and Dean for Academic and International Affairs, said: “We are delighted to see ESCP’s Master in Management programme ranked so highly on a global scale, reflecting our strong international presence in business education as well as the multicultural experience offered as part of this programme. Embracing differences is at the core of our mission to educate against indifference. A mission perhaps more important now than ever before.”

The ESCP Master in Management begins each September.

Bridgend, Cleaning & Facilities Management, Education, News

September 2022 New school year sees exciting client win for Mrs Buckét as they start work with Brynteg School

Leading commercial cleaning company Mrs Buckét has signed an exclusive new contract with Brynteg School in Bridgend, one of the largest secondary schools in Wales.

The new partnership sees Mrs Buckét extend its portfolio of education providers, putting its experience of working in schools and busy workplaces into practice to the benefit of Brynteg’s pupils and staff.

As well as investing heavily in state-of-the-art equipment to ensure that the school is cleaned to the highest possible standard, a new site manager, David Downing, has been appointed to guarantee that everything runs smoothly.

 

Ryan Davies, Headteacher at Brynteg School said: “We’re delighted to be partnering with Mrs Buckét, this is the start of something new and exciting for us. As the school continues to grow, having cleaning staff on site, offering a reassuring presence will be vital.

“Working with our existing cleaning team, Mrs Buckét will be looking after and cleaning our facilities, safeguarding our school and ensuring the best possible learning and teaching environment for our pupils and staff.

“When we were looking at external facilities management providers, we were keen to use a company with relevant experience who would understand the challenges that we face on a day-to-day basis, and we were blown away by the passion and insight shown by Mrs Buckét. The fact that they are a Welsh business was the icing on the cake for us.”

 

The partnership commenced during the school summer holidays with a recruitment drive by Mrs Buckét to find an additional twelve staff to join their team.

 

Rachael Flanagan, CEO of Mrs Buckét, said: “This is a really exciting new contract for us and we are really looking forward to getting stuck in. With such heavy footfall throughout the day, as well as a high number of touch points that need regular sanitising, schools are notoriously difficult places to keep clean. By investing in state-of-the-art equipment and cleaning products, having a dedicated cleaning team and employing all our industry knowhow, we are confident that we will be able to elevate Brynteg’s standards of cleanliness, giving everyone at the school peace of mind.

“Gone are the days when cleaning would be carried out early in the morning and evenings when pupils weren’t on site. Now, schools want their facilities management staff to be a visible, reassuring presence which is why we have a dedicated onsite team. This also allows them to respond to incidents as they happen so the school remains a clean, safe environment at all times.”

 

Mrs Buckét is a high-quality commercial cleaning and facilities management company. Established by Rachael Flanagan in 2005, the business has grown to have 330 employees operating across south Wales and south west England.

 

Education, Education News

5 Best Essay Writing Services for Business Students

Being a business student in the UK nowadays is not easy, because you constantly have to juggle between your academic obligations and your social life. But, things get even more complicated once you are required to write an essay. For most students who study business, this is very time-consuming, difficult, and tedious, which is why so many turn to online essay writing services in order to save time. However, once you start looking at those services online, you encounter your first obstacle, because there is such a thing as too much choice.

Fortunately, there are some parameters you can look at in order to narrow down your choice. Here are the most important things you should pay attention to when choosing an essay writing service:

 

  • What kind of writers do they have on staff – obviously, they should have at least a master’s degree, but even more importantly, you should be able to find a writer who is an expert in the business field

  • Customer support – you need to be able to contact the service for any potential query or question you might have about your essay, so opt for those which have 24/7 customer support and short response times

  • Price and value for money – look for websites that won’t burn through your budget, but also those that offer free features, such as free revisions or free bibliography

 

Also, any good essay writing service should be able to deliver an essay on time, without sacrificing the quality of their work. We have decided to help you narrow down your choice even further by selecting the five best essay writing services you can turn to as a business student:

1. Rush My Essay UK

If you are looking to get your essay done as fast as possible, you might want to check out Rush My Essay UK. You won’t waste any time when you visit their homepage either, because you can calculate the price of your essay in a matter of seconds, by simply selecting the number of words and the deadline. More importantly, their writers can create various types of papers, as well as cover diverse topics, especially when it comes to business. For example, they can also write a financial analysis or help you complete your statistics project, and those are just some of the business-related academic works they are able to complete.

 

We also recommend this service because of the following points:

 

  • Free samples – you can easily tell how good or bad the writing service is by checking out sample essays, and in this case, they were excellent
  • Free features – it’s great that you get free revisions, just in case there is a data error, or you want them to add that last-minute change
  • Long time in the business – with over 20 years to their name, this service has an excellent track record

 

So, all things considered, this essay writing service has writers which can cover any business topic, waste no time getting to the point, and have great reviews all across the board. We would highly recommend it for business students who are in need of an essay.

2. Essay Geeks

One of the reasons why a lot of business students end up turning in subpar papers is because they can’t afford top-rated essay services, so they turn to cheaper ones, which can’t deliver in terms of quality. And sometimes, they’re basically scam websites that write papers that can’t even get you a D. At Essay Geeks, you can get a 15% discount for your first-time order, which enables you to commission a high-quality business essay at an affordable rate. And if you take the time to look at the reviews, you will that they are one of the most reputable essay writing services around.

 

Other praiseworthy aspects of their service include:

 

  • Customer support that is available at all times – once you order an essay from them, you get access to 24/7 customer support, since there is always someone available to take answer your questions
  • Very specific help for business students – in fact, they can write pretty much any kind of MBA assignment for you, as their writers have plenty of experience
  • Complete confidentiality and safety – they require very little in terms of personal and contact data, which is 100% protected, meaning that nobody will ever find out you have used their services

 

In addition to quality writing, discounts, and a wide range of services, we also like how their website is laid out in terms of navigation. You never need more than a couple of clicks to find the information you need or order an essay.

3. Essay Writing Lab

When you look at the Essay Writing Lab, you might think that it’s a writing service that can help chemistry students with their lab work. And you would be right, but that’s only a small fraction of all the services they offer. In fact, their website points out that you can also order essays in the field of business and management, accounting, and economics, which should cover all the essay needs for business students. In fact, they have over 350 writers, so someone is bound to be an expert on the exact topic you are required to write about. And you can also count on a 15% discount if it’s the first time you are ordering an essay from them.

 

What we liked about this service:

 

  • Flexible pricing model – you can commission a high-quality essay at a lower price if you order it earlier, plus you can choose the level of quality based on your budget
  • Free services – there are no hidden costs, you get what you pay for, and they even throw in stuff for free, such as revision, outline, and bibliography
  • Streamlined ordering process – their user-friendly website enables you to order a business essay in a matter of minutes, without having to go through countless steps and screens

 

As far as we are concerned, they tick all the right boxes for the majority of business students looking for an essay.

4. Assignment Masters

If you are looking for an essay writing service that can handle just about anything you can throw at it, then Assignment Masters should be your go-to destination. Their range of services is truly incredible, and yes, it includes essay and written assignments in the field of business. Furthermore, you will also find that they even offer BTEC assignment help, which enables many students to gain access to academic institutions and their business programs. And they even offer help with additional business-related tasks, such as creating a Powerpoint presentation.

 

Pros of choosing this service:

 

  • Fair pricing – they offer a big discount of 20% on your first order, which is by far the most generous offer we have come across so far
  • Top-notch writers – not only are their writers native English speakers with master’s or Ph.D. degrees, but they have also graduated from UK universities
  • Strict plagiarism policy – since plagiarism is a serious academic offense, they make sure that their works are completely original with proper citations

 

Not many services offer BTEC assignment help, which is why this one should be worthy of your consideration.

5. Brill Assignment

Last, but not least, we have Brill Assignment, which should also be at top of the list for every business student out there. Why? Well, even though their writers can cover pretty much any topic, it seems like they’ve gone deeper than most other services when it comes to business topics. They offer business assignment help, management help, accounting help, financial analysis writing, as well as MBA assignment help.

 

We also liked:

 

  • Competitive rates – you can receive a quality business essay from them without breaking the bank
  • Free proofreading – most writing services usually charge extra for proofreading the essay they have written for you
  • Timely delivery – they put a lot of emphasis on meeting deadlines, regardless of how short they are

They also offer 15% off your first order.

Conclusion

Finding the right writing service to help you with your business assignment or essay doesn’t have to be a time-consuming process, especially if you follow our list of five best picks. Good luck!

 

 

 

 

Business, Education, News, Sustainability

Free Short Course for Businesses Sees Wrexham Glyndŵr University Paving the Way for a Sustainable Society

The Enterprise team at Wrexham Glyndŵr University are proud to announce the launch of a new short course, Introduction to Sustainability in Business. This dynamic, eight-week short course is set to start on 17 October 2022, with individuals across Wales and beyond invited to participate.

Led by Chartered FCIPD Carrie Foster, this free course is designed to help businesses put long-term sustainability at the forefront of their thinking.  Implementing long-term goals focused on sustainability is crucial in ensuring the positive economic, environmental and cultural well-being of the nation. Set to attract experienced people in business as well as individuals embarking on their professional career, this short course is not to be missed.

 

Carrie Foster, Course Leader.

 

Delivered entirely online and free of charge, this course offers a flexible assessment strategy and accessible and wide-ranging teaching and learning strategies have been implemented to stimulate engagement. Participants will grasp opportunities to listen to various guest speakers who specialise in their fields of topic, who will accompany Carrie Foster in delivering this course. Varying from Sophie Howe, the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales to Sir David Henshaw, Chair of Natural Resources Wales, they will help shape participants’ views on the principal elements of sustainability in business.

Businesses have a responsibility, in line with the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015 to face issues surrounding sustainability head on and revolutionise long term plans to secure a sustainable society for everyone. The scheme of work will therefore follow the 7 well-being goals of the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015.

Course leader, Carrie Foster gives a deeper insight to the short course and its aim:

“I have encountered many executives and business leaders who believe quite passionately that economic forces should focus on profit and wealth creation, and ‘everything else’ such as poverty, inequality, health, wellbeing, environmental, ethical and sustainability issues will magically solve themselves because of the trickle-down effect.

I don’t believe profit is wrong, or necessarily evil, but there are undeniable issues of proportionality, equality, effort, reward, responsibility and basic human needs that should be considered. 

With climate change firmly on the agenda we can no longer ignore questions about who ends up bearing the consequences of the external costs of our activities.”

Carrie believes that participating in the conversation is the first step:

“My interest in contributing to the debate on how to be more sustainable comes from a simple desire to help every individual release their talent potential.  I believe passionately that with the right environment and circumstances, people’s potential can be released not only for the benefit of the individual but for the benefit of the society at large”.

With recent statistics published by The Complete University Guide ranking WGU top for student satisfaction in Wales and England in the 2023 table, join Carrie and secure your place on this highly anticipated short course. This short course is one of many business focused short courses offered at Wrexham Glyndŵr University this academic year. Courses offered at WGU are designed to help businesses and individuals upskill their current skillset and develop new skills. Make sure to browse the variety of short courses available. The deadline for short course applications will be a week prior to the start date of the course. As Carrie says, “you can #bethechange for no other reason than because you are part of the most amazing inventive, innovative and creative species on earth, the human race”.

Education, Marketing, PR and SEO, News

Loughborough University appoints Firehaus to lead brand ignition

Firehaus is delighted to announce an exciting new project with Loughborough University. The brand consultancy will be working with the leadership team of the School of Business and Economics to position and rebrand the school in preparation for its next stage of growth. 

The University currently ranks in the top 10 in all UK league tables and is No.1 in the UK for employer-student connections. It is one of only a handful of universities globally to hold prestigious triple-accreditation for its business school. 

The School of Business and Economics has an enviable reputation for merging business theory with practical experience. However the leadership team have set themselves the ambition of staying ahead of the curve in this dynamic and highly competitive sector. A more distinct brand position, underpinned by an inspiring vision and mission, is the first step in creating the momentum needed to enable the School to bolster their undergraduate core, scale their international postgraduate profile and innovate their relationships with industry. 

The new brand position will align with the three themes identified in the University’s 2030 strategy; Climate Change & Net Zero, Vibrant & Inclusive Communities and Health & Wellbeing. 

Firehaus will be using its Brand Ignition framework to set the foundations in place to bring the School to the attention of a wider international audience, mapping a future for the brand that challenges, informs and inspires a new generation of business people for the world stage. It will work closely with the University’s in-house design team to capture and bring to life the new brand position. 

The appointment adds to Firehaus’ increasing body of work around innovation and enterprise in the higher education sector, including projects for UKRI and the University of Bristol. 

Professor Janet Godsell, Dean of the School of Business and Economics said “We knew the importance that brand would play in the future growth of the School. We concluded we needed an outsider perspective to make the transition required as we’d only get one bite of the cherry to get it right for launch. Firehaus are specialists and there is a cultural fit in their collaborative approach that builds trust with wider stakeholders.” 

“It’s been a real pleasure to work with the forward-thinking team at Loughborough. They intuitively understand the role a distinct and inspiring brand has in motivating staff and students as well as creating stand out in a competitive market.” Nick Barthram, Strategy Partner. 

Careers, Education, News, North of England

Salford to partner with leading UK Software company to create tech opportunities for students

The University of Salford is today announcing its partnership with IRIS Software Group, a leading global provider of mission critical software and services and one of UK’s largest privately held software companies. The initiative unlocks opportunities for Salford’s talented computer science and engineering students.

The partnership will see IRIS work closely with the University, supporting students with employability in their chosen field through placements, work experience and graduate openings.  This builds on an existing relationship which includes IRIS’ participation in the University’s annual HackCamp competition where students are given the opportunity to work on live briefs and solve with their computing expertise.

IRIS has also revealed that it will be providing a scholarship to three Salford students from low-income backgrounds in Year 2 and 3 of study in the subjects of Computer Science and Software Engineering. This provides welcome financial support for those who need it most, removing barriers to study, a strategic priority of the University.

Dr Julian Bass Head of Computer Science and Software Engineering at the University of Salford says: “We are proud of the reputation we have gained with industry in the area of Computer Science. It is through our valuable partnerships with industry that we have been able to deliver a high calibre programme. We are delighted to further our relationship with IRIS and offer even more opportunities to our students who will now become even more unstoppable in industry.”

Stephanie Kelly, Chief People Office at IRIS Software Group says: “Our mission is to improve the way professionals work by making critical business processes as efficient as possible. Our technology platforms are transforming industries by reducing the time, energy and effort working professionals spend on admin, reporting and data entry.

“With this in mind, we seek to help students understand the areas in which they can forge careers in a fast-paced technology environment. We believe knowledge is one of the most powerful tools you can give someone, so we aim inspire and support the next generation of talented young people, especially those from under-privileged backgrounds to reach their full potential.”

Business, Education, International News, News

Morgan Philips Executive Search partners with Sommet Education to deliver new Executive Programs

Morgan Philips Executive Search has partnered with Sommet Education to support a new portfolio of executive programs offered at hospitality institutions Les Roches Global Hospitality Education and Glion Institute of Higher Education.

Participants on the Executive MBA in Global Hospitality Management by Les Roches Crans-Montana and Executive Master’s in Luxury Management & Guest Experience by Glion will benefit from personalised coaching from the leading executive search consultancy.

These nine to 12-month distance learning programs are divided into different modules, allowing participants to study without interrupting their career and balance fast-paced professional activity with in-depth learning.

Face-to-face presence is condensed, intensive, and aimed at broadening horizons through behind-the-scenes field visits to prestigious brands and innovative operators in state-of-the-art hospitality destinations in Switzerland, London, Spain and Dubai. The key objectives of these programs, which are for ambitious professionals eager to learn alongside a high-calibre, international peer group wanting to upskill and fast-track their career while on the job, include networking with experts and peers.

The Executive Programs are taught by the institutions’ faculty, senior industry professionals and acknowledged experts in their chosen fields. Packed with high-level business and management content, including finance, strategy and sustainability, the programs conclude with a hospitality business Capstone project that challenges participants to find actual solutions in a real-world context.

The sessions delivered by Morgan Philips will focus on personal and professional development, tackling the personal project and branding, thus enabling participants to take the next step in their career. They will also be fully personalised according to the expectations and professional ambition of each participant.

 

Perrine Dejoie, Talent Consulting Director for Morgan Philips Group, said: “Our program supports executive learners in their development awareness: a customised coaching approach that puts the learner at the centre of the service (listening, availability, understanding of needs, adaptability and project support) and makes them responsible for their development.

“As a basis for the coaching sessions, we offer ‘Agility’, an online and innovative personality questionnaire developed by Morgan Philips assessing the learner’s ability to develop and implement their full potential. It measures the three levers of agility: people, performance and growth. Then we provide three one-hour individual coaching sessions on targeted themes determined in agreement with the learner in order to develop their potential and help them in their professional development and achieve their career objectives in collaboration with the Program Directors and Career Department.”

“Morgan Philips provides a dedicated, multicultural team of senior coaches who, thanks to their extensive experiences, understand the challenges of the learners and their problems experienced during their careers.”

 

Charlotte Vitoux, Managing Director, Morgan Philips Group Switzerland, added: “Having an honest knowledge of yourself is now crucial if you want to lead, inspire, and have a real impact. Knowing how to deal with uncertainty, pressure and different types of human beings is a must.”

Education, Education News, Marketing, PR and SEO, News

Cambridge Online Education appoint The SEO Works to strengthen search visibility

Online learning provider, Cambridge Online Education, aims to revolutionise learning in an increasingly digital and connected world. Looking to strengthen their online visibility, they have appointed award-winning agency The SEO Works to lead their SEO strategy.

They offer a wide variety of online course styles and levels – from single subjects to full schooling, and from Art & Design courses to GCSEs. Utilising cutting-edge learning platforms, they not only deliver fantastic learning experiences but also leading results.

Further to this they also specialise in adult education, by offering career pathways into most graduate-level sectors via their extensive range of online access to higher education diplomas. 

The e-learning specialist experienced consistent growth, furthered as the pandemic accelerated the expansion of remote learning. High quality education from a trusted provider that can be accessed from anywhere is in increasing demand.

Looking to take this growth to the next level, Cambridge Online Education approached The SEO Works, looking to push their online visibility. In a competitive pitch process, the Sheffield-based agency proposed an intricate SEO strategy that would help solidify the business as a market leader.

Following the decision, Director of Cambridge Online Education, Dr Troy Page said “I am delighted to be partnering with SEO Works to improve our visibility online. Their expertise and award-winning SEO service will ensure that many more online learners will benefit from our quality online courses and progress onto better paid, more fulfilling professions.”

“It’s really exciting to work with such an exciting business in such a growing industry” said Alex Hill, Sales Director of The SEO Works. “We like to work with businesses that align with us – in this case, Dr Page and the team are committed to providing a market-leading service and to push their sector further and this is something that resonates with us. We really feel that a comprehensive search strategy can add a lot to their business, and given our extensive experience in the education sector, will really help them take their growth to the next level”.

The SEO Works specialises in SEO, PPC, Digital PR, Web and Paid Social advertising and has many clients within the education and e-learning sectors including GDST, Skillshub, University of Wolverhampton, Twig Education and IPAG.

 

Education, News

Data reveals lowest number of NEET school leavers in five years (nat)

  • The Welsh Government’s Young Person’s Guarantee, launched in 2021 as a response to pandemic recovery, is funding more opportunities than ever before with the launch of several new programmes.

  • School leavers are being encouraged to explore schemes such as Jobs Growth Wales+ and ReAct+, as well as traditional options including apprenticeships and higher education.

  • 9% of 2021 GCSE leavers went into continued learning in full time education

  • 3 % of 2021 A Level leavers chose to go to university

 

Exclusive data* from national careers advice service Careers Wales, has revealed a record low in the number of NEET (not in education, employment or training) school leavers thanks to the success of the Welsh Government’s Young Person’s Guarantee.

The percentage of those finishing exams and becoming NEET has steadily declined over the last few years and now data shows an average of just 1.4% of students across years 11-13 were known to be leaving school with a NEET status in 2021, the lowest figure in five years.

Having not sat formal examinations since 2019, this year’s cohort of GCSE and A Level students are being encouraged to explore a wide range different opportunities as part of the Young Person’s Guarantee, a pledge made by the Welsh Government to support those affected by the pandemic and support them during the period of economic recovery.

The Young Person’s Guarantee, established in 2021, is a commitment to ensure everyone under the age of 25 would have the offer of support to gain a place in education or training, find a job or become self-employed.

School leavers are being encouraged to explore schemes such as apprenticeships, Jobs Growth Wales+ and ReAct+, as well as traditional options including college and university, which continue to remain popular choices.

Across Wales, of those finishing their GCSEs in 2021, the most popular choice was continuing in some form of continued learning in full time education with 93.9% of students taking this route. Meanwhile, A Level students saw 79.0% of their peers continue in some form of education or work-based training (of which, 84.3% went to university and 2% into work-based learning such as an apprenticeship), with a further 13.5% entering the labour market.

The Welsh Government wants all young people across Wales to understand their options and the different routes open to them once they receive their results.

Working Wales, a service run by Careers Wales, is encouraging those receiving their grades over the coming fortnight to speak to their network of careers advisers.

From help with university applications, finding an apprenticeship, entering work or taking part in one of the several new Welsh Government training schemes for those entering the labour market, including Jobs Growth Wales+ and ReAct+, young people can review their options post-exams with a trained, impartial careers expert.

Jeremy Miles, Minister for Education and the Welsh Language, said: “This reduction in the number of those not in education, employment or training is very good news and shows that the Young Person’s Guarantee is working.

“I am determined to ensure that no learner is left behind.  Tackling NEET numbers has, and continues to be, a top priority as it ensures young people don’t end up in a cycle of unemployment and instead are setup for sustainable and quality careers.

“New programmes which have launched in the past year, such as Jobs Growth Wales+ and ReAct+ add to the offering of opportunities afforded to the school leavers of 2022 and I encourage them to explore their journeys into the world of work through these different paths.”

Nerys Bourne, Careers Wales Head of Services for Young People said: “It’s encouraging to see our annual Pupil Destinations survey reveal this kind of data, and it gives us a unique insight into the minds of young people leaving school.

“Knowing that they’re aware of all the opportunities available to them, particularly through the Young Person’s Guarantee, is crucial to their success in their immediate futures – and that’s where we come in.

“I’d encourage any young person receiving their results over the next fortnight to speak to a Working Wales adviser if they’re not sure what to do next, as there are so many options – from apprenticeships and university to the new employment support programmes the Welsh Government has recently launched.”

For more information, search ‘Working Wales Start Your Story’ or call free on 0800 028 4844, speak to an adviser via webchat, or email workingwales@careerswales.gov.wales.

 

References:

*Careers Wales Pupil Destinations Data for 2021 School Leavers – Destinations for 2021 school leavers (careerswales.gov.wales)

Education, Education News, News

Open Study College launches new Access to HE course for aspiring public service professionals

Looking to pursue a career in the police force, law, or criminology sector but haven’t completed the necessary qualifications to get into university? This one’s for you.

Award-winning distance learning provider, Open Study College, has launched a new qualification to its growing portfolio of online courses for those looking to pursue a career in the police force, legal, and criminology sectors.

The Access to HE Diploma in Public Services is the second course of this nature alongside the Access to HE Diploma (Health) course for aspiring nurses, midwives, or healthcare professionals. Completing either one of these qualifications is the equivalent to securing three A Levels without needing to physically attend a school or college or sit any exams.

The course runs for two years until completion and the first cohort begins in September 2022 with intakes every January and September thereafter. To enrol, learners need to be at least 19 years old and have a minimum of grade 4 or C in GCSE Maths and English. They will also have to provide their own learning device (computer, laptop, or tablet), and have 20 free hours a week to dedicate to studying.

Samantha Rutter, CEO at Open Study College: “No matter what path you’re on, we believe education should always be accessible, which is why we’re incredibly proud to launch our Access to HE qualifications. Often described by our students as ‘the best kept secret to getting into uni’, these courses are specifically tailored as an excellent alternative to traditional education for those looking to go to university in order to pursue a particular career.

“There are so many people who have valuable talents to contribute to key sectors of society, but who are held back as they don’t enjoy such a regimented approach to learning so can’t pursue their dream job. This course aims to grant them as much control as possible so that they can transition into the roles which they seek with the confidence and knowledge to hit the ground running”.

Having successfully completed the Access to HE course, Open Study College student Kacie is well on her way to pursuing her dream to be a nurse.

Kacie said: “It’s really surprising how few people are actually aware of this alternative route into university. When it comes to Access to HE, if, like me, you left school with no A Levels but then changed your mind and decided that you do want to go to university, then remember this course, as it’s a qualification accepted all by itself.”

With no examination requirements, students are assessed via a combination of essays, reports, and presentations which aim to equip them with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills they need as they aspire to work in the policing, fire and rescue, and legal sectors amongst others.