Student Area
The City of Leicester College want you to have a successful future and there are many ways which we will help you to get there!
During your time with us, you will take part in activities which will help you be prepared for your future and the world of work. The Careers programme for every year group can be found on the Careers homepage.
All students have access to the Careers platform Unifrog which will give you a lot of Careers information and support throughout your time with us. You will use Unifrog in some of your PSHE lessons and will be able to use it independently too. If you have any questions about how to use Unifrog please speak to your PSHE teacher or Mrs Davey.
It is very important to spend time researching job roles and the job market, here are some resources to help you;
Watch videos about jobs
https://icould.com/explore
Watch Careers in Leicester and Leicestershire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_pS_0-ecl8
Take this quiz to find a suited job
https://www.ucas.com/careers/careers-quiz
Learn about job trends in the UK
https://www.lmiforall.org.uk/explore_lmi/
Download our helpful qualifications chart
helpful qualifications chart
Search for College Courses
https://www.ps16.co.uk/
Search for University courses
https://www.ucas.com/
University alternatives
https://www.notgoingtouni.co.uk/
Apprenticeship vacancies
https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
T Levels
https://llep.org.uk/skills/information-resources-for-young-people/t-levels/
The World of Work Guide gives a valuable insight for young people into the industries within Leicestershire. The guide can be accessed here:
World of Work Guide
In Year 11 you will use Positive Steps at 16 or PS16 to apply for Post 16 sixth forms, colleges and providers. You will have PSHE lessons on how to use the application system.
Apprenticeship information can be found here
Local Further Education Colleges
WHAT YOU STUDY AT SIXTH FORM OR COLLEGE CAN AFFECT YOUR OPTIONS AT UNIVERSITY AND YOUR FUTURE CAREER.
USE INFORMED CHOICES TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND WHICH SUBJECTS OPEN UP DIFFERENT DEGREES, PARTICULARLY AT RUSSELL GROUP UNIVERSITIES.
Careers Leader – Mr Dakin – CDakin@cityleicester.leicester.sch.uk
Careers Officer- Mrs Davey – kpotter@cityleicester.leicester.sch.uk
