If you have been thinking about applying to universities and doing some research, there’s a very high chance you have come across the term UCAS. What is it and how does it affect you with uni applications? Here’s everything you need to know. What does UCAS mean? UCAS stands for Universities and Colleges Admissions Service. […]
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University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education offers tuition fee bursary for NEC A level students
Applications open now Continuing the relationship that began in 2021, the Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) and NEC are once again collaborating to offer a 100% tuition fee bursary for the 2024-2025 academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity for a current NEC A level student or a student who has completed their NEC A […]
What Are the Alternatives to Going to University
To many, the idea of going to university is the ultimate goal. Whilst there is nothing wrong with going to university and gaining your degree, it’s important to keep in mind that university isn’t the only path to academic success. There are many alternatives to consider when it comes to furthering your education and kick-starting […]
How to write a personal statement for university
Applying to a university can be both an exciting and incredibly nerve-wracking experience. As you take on this new journey and start the application process, one of the most crucial and potentially stressful aspects of your UCAS application is writing a personal statement. What is a personal statement? When it comes to a university application, […]
A level Results Day 2023: Navigating the Process for Applying to University
Are you ready for A level Results Day 2023? Whether you’re anticipating your grades with excitement or feeling a bit jittery, we’ve got you covered with essential tips to help you navigate this pivotal moment in your academic journey. No matter the outcome, remember that you have numerous pathways available to you. Let’s dive into […]
How to Apply to University with Confidence
Starting the university application process can be both exciting and overwhelming. From deciding what course is right for you, to campus tours and filling out those lengthy applications… it’s a lot to consider all at once! If you are ready to take the next step in your educational journey and start applying to universities, here […]
Vita gained an offer from the University of Oxford after gaining an A level online with NEC
Motivated by her desire to study chemistry at undergraduate level, Vita realised that she would need to take A level Maths, particularly if she wanted to apply to a top university such as the University of Oxford or Imperial College London. Despite enjoying her time at school and leaving with 11 GCSEs and the International […]
Changing keys: from jazz guitar at a conservatoire to an engineering degree at the University of Sheffield
Toby left school with a string of A*s at GCSE, but the experience of suffering a bereavement during his exams led him to abandon academic study in favour of music. After achieving a qualification in sound engineering at sixth form, Toby auditioned for a conservatoire and gained entry playing jazz guitar. He soon realised, however, […]
A levels alongside full-time performing arts college leads to nursing at University of Southampton
With a part-time job and studying full-time at her local performing arts college, Kayleigh found that distance learning with NEC fit around her other commitments. Structured Fast Track A level Biology gave her the opportunity to complete an A level within a year with the benefits of a set schedule, assignment deadlines, tutor support and […]
Doing A level Biology in a year with NEC leads to medicine at Swansea University
After deciding to return to university to study medicine, Darius considered independently organising and sitting an A level but wasn’t sure where to start. His research brought him to NEC’s Structured Fast Track A level Biology. “I chose NEC because of all the positive reviews I had seen online. The onboarding website and team were […]