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Courses and Training

Your guide to choosing subjects, courses, training and apprenticeships.

Help with choosing subjects and courses

Find out about qualifications

Understand qualification levels and why they matter. Learn about qualifications, including NVQs, GCSEs, BTECs, A levels, degrees and HNDs.

Choosing a course at 18

Get help to decide which course is right for you. Consider the pros and cons, funding, entry requirements and more...

Learn Welsh

Find out the benefits of learning Welsh and where to learn Welsh in your area.


Search for courses


The different ways you can learn

College and 6th form

Learn what to expect at college or sixth form, what financial help you could get and more.

Going to university

How to apply, including UCAS deadlines, attending open days, student finance and clearing.

Jobs Growth Wales+

Aged 16-19? Get training, work experience and paid job opportunities to help you make your own future on your own terms.

Gap year

Find out if a gap year is for you and see our list of things to consider. See examples of how gap years are spent.

Post 16 education and training in Wales


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