Council opening hours throughout Christmas
Some Westmorland and Furness Council offices will be closed over the Christmas and New Year Bank Holidays. Read the full list of Council opening hours during the festive period.
Post 16 and options after leaving school
Higher education and universities
When young people leave education they can transfer to Higher Education (HE) or Universities. In HE young people can study for degrees, Higher National Diplomas/Certificates; foundation Degrees and Diplomas/Certificates of Higher Education. In universities young people can study for degrees.
The University and Colleges and Admissions Service (UCAS) website enables you to:
- find information about options in year 11
- learn what university is about
- understand the process
- apply for university
Push gives young people everything they need to know about careers and post 16/18 choices.
The Student Room (Uni Guide) has information about:
- what to study,
- where to study, and
- advice on getting a place at university.
Local Universities:
- University of Cumbria
- Lancaster University
- Northumbria University
- Manchester University
- Newcastle University
- Other universities can be found on the UCAS website.