Education and Careers Contacts
When it comes to education advice are you confused by the huge number of websites out there? Not sure what’s relevant to you as a student in Medway? Never fear, here’s our handy guide to the best sites for you.
Universities and Colleges Admission Service
Customer Services Unit, UCAS, PO Box 28, Cheltenham, GL52 3LZ.
All courses, universities and colleges available are included for you to look at. Anyone having problems with university or college applications can contact UCAS; advice and further help is available Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 6pm.
0870 1122211
enquiries@ucas.ac.uk
www.ucas.co.uk
The University of Kent
Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ.
Details of courses, the campus and accommodation are available on the site. The site is really easy to navigate and features plenty of information regarding all aspects of life in Kent as a student.
01227 764000
www.kent.ac.uk
The University of Greenwich
Dock Road, Chatham, Kent.
Another local university with great potential for attending students. Details of courses, accommodation and nightlife are available on the site for anyone interested. There is also plenty of information about the other University of Greenwich sites.
0800 005 006
courseinfo@gre.ac.uk
www.gre.ac.uk
Mid-Kent College
Horsted Centre, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent, ME5 9UQ.
If you have just finished your GCSE’s and don’t know where to turn next, you could consider starting a course at Mid-Kent College. There are three different campuses available: Horsted, City Way and Oakwood Park Centre. With details of all the courses and any information needed by students this site is clear and understandable.
01634 402020
course.enquiries@midkent.ac.uk
www.midkent.ac.uk
Rochester Independent College
Star Hill, Rochester, Kent. ME1 1XF.
A local college that caters for a wide range of young people aged 11 and onwards. Rochester Independent College offers pre-GCSE, GCSE and A Level courses, as well as creative art and English language courses. The site is very clear and shows all the available courses for each level as well as details on accommodation, admission and fees for anyone interested in attending the college.
01634 828115
admissions@rochester-college.org
www.rochester-college.org
Apprenticeships
E-skills UK, 1 Castle Lane, London. SW1E 6DR.
The option of starting an apprenticeship is available to anyone from the age of 16 to 24 all over the UK. This site profiles the many different types of apprenticeships that are available to start straight away such as Building Services Engineers, Photo Imaging and even Sea-Fishing. With the amazing choice available to you there will be at least one that appeals to you.
020 7963 8920
info@e-skills.com
www.apprenticeships.org.uk
Connexions
Woodstock House, 15 Ashford Road, Maidstone. ME14 5DA.
This site contains information on many subjects, from apprenticeships and education to advice on relationships and health. Plenty of information is provided on what options you have after you have finished your GCSE’s as well. Contact them from 8am – 2am seven days a week.
01622 683155
07766 413219 (text)
www.connexionskentandmedway.co.uk
Your Choice in Medway
Guidance and advice about learning opoprtunities for 14 - 19-year-olds in Medway.
Gap Activity Projects
44 Queen’s Road, Reading, Berkshire. RG1 4BB.
This site is great if you are planning to take a gap year and want something to do for the whole year such as volunteer work. Details on where you can go and what you can do are explained very clearly on the site. Money issues are also discussed to give you an idea on the budget you will need to for certain activities, such as a three month volunteer programme.
0118 959 4914
volunteer@gap.org.uk
www.gap.org.uk
STA Travel
Information on taking a gap year, travelling and volunteer work are all available on this site, and special discounts are included if you’re a student. Plenty of details are provided for the options you have over a gap year. Countries that are most likely to be travelled around by gap year students are covered in great detail, so you can make an informed decision.
0871 2300040
www.statravel.co.uk
Jobcentre Plus
Brook House, 9-11 The Brook, Chatham, Kent. ME4 4LA.
Information regarding jobs around the UK are featured on this site. Details about how to get a job through letter writing, interview techniques and CV writing skills are all available on the site to aid anyone looking for a job. All jobs that are currently available are listed on the site so you can look up any type of job that appeals to you.
01634 495555
www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk
The Open University
St James’s House, 150 London Road, East Grinstead. RH19 1HG.
Studying university courses from your home. Details of all the courses that are offered and their requirements are easily available on the site. Short courses as well as long courses are available for anyone interested.
01342 327821
south-east@open.ac.uk
www.open.ac.uk
Aim Higher
Information about starting university and what options you have are available on this site. A fun site that advises you what courses would best suit you depending on your favourite subjects and where you want to study. The site also answers any questions you have that are related to higher education in a clear and understandable method.
0800 587 8500
www.aimhigher.ac.uk
Student Finance Direct
Bishops Terrace, Maidstone, Kent. ME141AF.
Provides information and data for those interested in going into higher education with the help of financial support. Student loan details are clearly discussed on the site and made understandable for anyone interested in finding that kind of information. For more information contact them from Monday to Friday, 8am – 8pm, Saturday and Sunday, 9am - 5.30pm.
08456 077 577
student.awards@kent.gov.uk
www.studentsupportdirect.co.uk
University and College Open Days
A site that covers every university in the UK, giving details of their open days. You can also use the site to book a space for any open days that may be taking place in the near future. This site also features an advice section about going to university.
www.opendays.com