Students

Explore higher education and how it could help you reach your future goals.

Teachers & Advisers

Find information, activity and resources to support higher education progression in your school or college.

Parents & Carers

Find information about the options in education that your child could access, and how to support them in making an informed choice.

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We aim to support young people to make informed choices about their futures. We provide impartial information about higher education to students, parents and carers, and teachers and advisers to encourage progression to higher education and careers.

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Student Space

Joining our Student Space will give you access to exclusive content and activities to help you think about your future and take steps to achieve your goals. Register and access content to begin collecting your digital badges!

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Supporting Resources

Find a range of resources and information about higher education and making an informed decision.

Social Mobility Foundation – Aspiring Professionals Programme

The Aspiring Professionals Programme (APP) is carefully designed to open up professions for those with the ability to join them in the future, but without the means or networks to get there. Applications are open between September and December.

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HEAT 2024 – Supporting Care-Experienced Students with Higher Education

Catch up on the HEAT Conference 2024. The workshop will outline the support available to care-experienced students in the region, and also provide information about the national picture by the National Network for the Education of Care Leavers.

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Teachers’ Guide to University 2025

Produced by UniTasterDays.com in collaboration with HELOA, this comprehensive guide supports teachers and careers professionals with all things university.

With contributions from over 60 education practitioners and experts from universities and higher education institutions across the UK, the guide offers trusted insights and practical advice. Explore topics including:
• Building university links
• Enhancing the student experience
• Organising university events
• Widening participation
• Supporting university applications
• Plus, gain essential student finance tips from Martin Lewis!

 
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Universities & Colleges

The North East has a number of institutions offering a range of further and higher education options.

To find out more about institutions, find a provider local to you, and access contact details for all institutions visit our interactive map.

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Explore Higher Education

Find information on a range of higher education related topics such as the options available, the application process, financial support, and transition, by visiting our knowledge base.