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Not all courses are the same and not all learners are, either. Whether you’re aiming for university, preparing for a trade, or looking for a supportive first step, there’s a qualification that matches your goals, interests and learning style.

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London AI Campus – Camden LearningJobsResources

London AI Campus – Camden Learning

The Camden Learning’s London AI Campus is a partnership with Google and other industry players to inspire and up-skill students and teachers in artificial intelligence and digital skills through enrichment programmes, mentoring and training opportunities.
Duke of Edinburgh: Volunteering IdeasVolunteering

Duke of Edinburgh: Volunteering Ideas

DofE volunteering options and ideas for young people.
YoungMinds: Bullying HelpBullying or DiscriminationMental Health

YoungMinds: Bullying Help

Practical advice and support if you’re being bullied.
GOV.UK: Bullying at School (The Law)Bullying or Discrimination

GOV.UK: Bullying at School (The Law)

Your rights and a school’s duties around bullying.
LGBTQ+ SupportLGBTQ+ Support in Education

LGBTQ+ Support

Local information and services for LGBTQ+ young people.
Refugee Education UKRefugee and Migrant Support

Refugee Education UK

Education support for refugee and asylum-seeking young people.
Refugees & Asylum SupportRefugee and Migrant Support

Refugees & Asylum Support

Services and guidance for refugees/asylum seekers.
Young CarersYoung Carers

Young Carers

Info and help for young people with caring roles.
Study Skills: Learning BetterStudy Skills and Time Management

Study Skills: Learning Better

Bite-size tips and tools to study more effectively.
UCAS: Study SkillsStudy Skills and Time Management

UCAS: Study Skills

Study techniques to support post-16 learning.
Build The WayCamden InitiativesCareers Guidance

Build The Way

Pathways tool for education, training and careers planning.
Young Talent GuaranteeCamden InitiativesCareers Guidance

Young Talent Guarantee

Skills, training and work opportunities for young people.
Good WorkCamden InitiativesJobs

Good Work

Help with jobs, training and career progression.
Careers & Connexions (Support)Camden InitiativesCareers GuidanceJobs

Careers & Connexions (Support)

One-to-one careers guidance and opportunities.
GetMyFirstJobCareers GuidanceJobs

GetMyFirstJob

Apprenticeships and first-job search for young people.
Not Going To UniCareers GuidancePost 16

Not Going To Uni

Alternatives to university: apprenticeships, courses, jobs.
After A-levels: OptionsCareers GuidancePost 16

After A-levels: Options

Guide to work, training and study routes post-A level.
UCAS Application: How to ApplyHigher Education & University PlansPost 16

UCAS Application: How to Apply

Step-by-step guide to completing your UCAS form.
Post-16 Choices (UCAS)Higher Education & University PlansPost 16

Post-16 Choices (UCAS)

Compare sixth form, college, T Levels, apprenticeships.
Sixth Forms & CollegesOpen Days and DeadlinesSixth Forms

Sixth Forms & Colleges

Directory of local sixth forms and colleges.
Admissions InformationAdmissionsOpen Days and Deadlines

Admissions Information

Admissions processes and key information.
Money AdviceFinancial Support and Planning

Money Advice

Guidance on budgeting, debt and benefits.
BBC Bitesize: Student BudgetingFinancial Support and Planning

BBC Bitesize: Student Budgeting

Simple tips to manage money as a student.
Subsidised Transport (16–19)Financial Support and PlanningTransport

Subsidised Transport (16–19)

Travel support schemes for 16–19s in education.
16–19 Bursary Fund (Guide)Financial Support and Planning

16–19 Bursary Fund (Guide)

Official guidance on bursary eligibility and use.
Financial Support (16–19)Financial Support and Planning

Financial Support (16–19)

Overview of grants and funds for 16–19 students.
EntitledTo: Student Benefits CheckerFinancial Support and Planning

EntitledTo: Student Benefits Checker

Tool to check what financial help you might get.
Mental Health ServicesMental Health and Wellbeing

Mental Health Services

Mental health services and support.
Mental Health & WellbeingMental Health and Wellbeing

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Guidance and local services for wellbeing.
NHS Student Mental HealthMental Health and Wellbeing

NHS Student Mental Health

NHS support and treatment for students.
Student MindsMental Health and Wellbeing

Student Minds

National student mental health charity and peer support.
Post-16 EducationPost 16SEND Support

Post-16 Education

Information on post-16, sixth form and college.
SEND Local OfferSEND Support

SEND Local Offer

Support for students with special educational needs and disabilities.