Your future steps

We pride ourselves on developing you beyond the curriculum. Whilst with us you will engage in a personal development curriculum during your tutorial time which is designed to help you consider those all-important next steps after your studies with us.

College helped me get to a point where I was the fastest female Dragon Boater for three years running.

Emily, College Alumna. You can read more about Emily’s story on our website. Whether you know exactly what you want to do, or you aren’t sure yet, we can help you with what you do next. You could progress on to another course, an Apprenticeship or study Higher Education at College. Or you might choose to apply to university or find a job. Whatever your choice is, we will give you support to make your decision.

Work Experience

Work experience is an invaluable, extra part of your learning programme. It is a great way to develop your knowledge and skills as well as building confidence and character whilst introducing you to what it is like to work in your chosen industry or career. It can also help you decide what career or job you might like in the future. Exeter College has exceptional links with employers to help students secure work experience placements and hear from experts in industry.

Careers and University Advice

While at College you can visit our Future Steps Team who will help you make informed decisions about your future. Our team are able to offer impartial advice to all students. The Advisers coordinate a range of external visitors throughout the year to include employers, universities, Apprenticeship providers, gap year and volunteering opportunities. The team can offer support on future steps at Exeter College and other further education organisations, UCAS and university applications, gap year, volunteering, Apprenticeships and finding employment.

Alumni

We are very proud of our students and former students. Many thousands of our alumni have gone on to bright futures. We believe that coming to Exeter College is just the start of what is an enduring connection to our very special College. As well as being a place where lives are transformed through the power of education, our College is a place where lifelong friendships are made and memories are formed. For more information, and to read our Alumni and Friends Magazine, visit exe-coll.ac.uk/alumni

I enjoy doing a hands-on subject and I get to use all the fantastic equipment that is available to develop my skills. My tutor helped me to secure work experience and I have been filming games at Exeter City Football Club. Next year I am planning to go to UCFB to study Football Business BA (Hons).

Harrison, studying Creative Media Production (TV and Film) Level 3.