Post-18 Options



Congratulations to all of our young people in Doncaster who have received their A Level and Level 3 results!

It can be a little overwhelming figuring out what’s next, so we wanted to share a list of resources to help you out.

JOIN US AT THE WHAT’S NEXT POST-RESULTS EVENT!

We’re hosting our ‘What’s Next’ post-results event on Friday 22nd August, 12pm-4pm at Cast in Doncaster! This event is designed to support young people and their families with advice on their next steps, with a wide range of teams and careers advisors available, but anyone can join and get support with their next steps and future employment. You will find:

  • Careers and jobs advice and support
  • Apprenticeships and work-based training information
  • Information of University and Degree level study – both local and further afield

There’s no need to book – simply turn up on the day!

Getting Support with Your Next Steps!

Just received your results and are thinking about your options?
Didn’t get the results you hoped for are now considering your next steps?
Currently in Year 13 and planning for next year?

Here’s some handy information!

Help with Careers Advice and Finding Work

Doncaster's Advance Employment Hub
Want to speak to a Careers Adviser? Contact the Advance Employment Team!
We have a fantastic team at the council as part of the Advance Hub, who can support you to figure out your next steps, be that further education, training, exploring your career and finding a job, volunteering or even starting your own business.

National Careers Service
You can also visit the National Careers Service website which provides some fantastic advice around next steps and options. They have a dedicated post-18 page at Post 18 options | National Careers Service

University, Higher Education and Degree-level Apprenticeships

We’re lucky to have a huge range of higher-level study options in Doncaster, and the opportunities further afield are endless!

Degrees and Higher Level Study

Locally, University Campus Doncaster based at Doncaster College offers a wide range of degrees and university-level courses,

The national UCAS website lists a large proportion of degree-level courses in the UK but not all, so make sure to check out local provider’s websites for up to date information

Clearing for 2025 courses

In the UK, ‘Clearing’ takes place after A Level results day for many universities and other provisions offering degree-level/university-level courses through which you can apply for last minute higher level courses starting this September! It’s an opportunity for youb to find a course if you didn’t make the grades needed for your original choice, did better than expected and want to switch to a different course, applied late, or changed your mind on applying for a university-level course after getting your results and want to secure a last minute course place!

Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are a great way to continue your education and training in the workplace within your industry of choice! Did you know that Apprenticeships go from Level 2 up to degree-level!

Higher/Degree-Level Apprenticeships

Yes, you CAN gain a higher or degree-level qualification and train directly within industry, without the associated student fees, whilst also gaining work experience and earning a wage! A huge number of employers offer degree-level apprenticeships in Doncaster

You can find all live apprenticeship opportunities including degree-level on the National Apprenticeship Service website, where you can also find information about apprenticeship rates of pay, entitlements and how combining training and working could benefit you.

Zero Gravity Programme

Zero Gravity is an online platform designed to support Year 12 and Year 13 students with their applications. Once registered on the dedicated platform students have the opportunity to become matched with a mentor who is a current undergraduate. Where possible this will be a student currently on a course and Higher Education (HE) institution that matches their future aspirations. The platform is also expanding to include apprenticeship applications. In addition a Zero Gravity app will become available later in the year to increase ease of access for students to the platform.

Alongside the mentoring there is also access to live sessions and recorded content to further increase knowledge and increase applications. This includes sessions run by admissions tutors and employers, all designed to give young people additional support with their applications. Through engagement with the platform students can also become eligible to apply for a bursary to support them through their HE study.