Deciding what to do after Year 11 isn’t something that springs to mind when you think of things that are easy in life – but let’s be honest, armed with the right info, some trusty resources and a breakdown of what your options are, those decisions will be slicker than your mate Marnie’s Tik Tok rendition of Savage (15k views helloooo). You’ve got this.
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Resources for Students
Martin-Baker Engineering & Manufacturing Work Experience
To improve access to work experience opportunities and ensure that placements are fulfilling we’ve developed a 4-day Work Experience Progr...
LSE: Exclusive opportunities for Y12s
Both programmes are free to attend and will give Y12 students an insight into studying at LSE as well as the chance to hear from current stu...
EKFB Work Experience for age 16-18
EFKB are offering a fully funded hybrid work experience placement in Engineering & Construction, based on the HS2 project between Warwickshi...
Summer Filmmaking Opportunity for Your Students (16–18)
Spend 10 days working like a real film crew, learning directly from industry professionals — including directors, makeup artists, prop des...
Want a job with purpose that makes a difference to people’s lives?
A career in the sport, physical activity, movement or leisure sectors can be fun and fulfilling.
The Sixth Formers' Guide to Degree Apprenticeships
Download a free 120-page guide to over 3,000 degree apprenticeships available for students leaving school or sixth form in 2026.
The Parents' Guide to Careers
This free guide is full of guidance on post-16 and post-18 pathways, alongside tips and support for teenage health and wellbeing.
Life at Buckinghamshire New University
Where careers-focused degrees are the launchpad to your dream job.
Your Success
What Work Experience Really Teaches You – Student Voices
Thinking about work experience? Hear directly from students and staff about how it helps young people grow in confidence and develop skills.
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Financial and Professional Services
Saffery - navigating the path to a career in accountancy
From a young age, I’ve been drawn to the idea of becoming a Chartered Accountant, specifically through the ACCA or ACA qualifications.
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Creative Industries
NicLen found their next star employee at the Bucks Skills Show
For help recruiting new staff, NicLen turned to Bucks Skills Hub & were soon engaged with local schools, supporting young people's futures.
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High Performance Engineering
How you can reap the rewards of taking on an apprentice
John, owner of Aylesbury vehicle maintenance and bodywork specialist TP Smart Repairs, puts apprentices at the heart of his company and strongly believes the firm would not be the thriving business it is today without them.
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What Work Experience Really Teaches You – Student Voices
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Saffery - navigating the path to a career in accountancy
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NicLen found their next star employee at the Bucks Skills Show
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How you can reap the rewards of taking on an apprentice
Event
12 Feb 2026
Discover careers in healthcare: after-school talks in 2025/26
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust's programme of careers talks help students from Year 7 upwards find out more about different healthcare roles.
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07 Mar 2026
Thames Valley Police recruitment events
Thames Valley Police (TVP) hosts recruitment events throughout the year, perfect whether you aspire to become a police officer or are interested in other roles within the force.
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02 Mar 2026
Fully-funded degree apprenticeship in engineering & AI
Kick-start your career in embedded electronics by combining real engineering work at Monodraught with university study and a starting salary of £18,000.
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02 Feb 2026
King's College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series
Hear from a variety of speakers from different specialties in medicine and dentistry and learn about the application and interview process.
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Discover careers in healthcare: after-school talks in 2025/26
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Thames Valley Police recruitment events
News
Fully-funded degree apprenticeship in engineering & AI
News
King's College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series
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