Learner Zone
Providing Opportunities for Progression
Learner Home
Thank you for visiting the Learner Zone of Gohigher, the website of the Kent and Medway Lifelong Learning Network.
We have been set up to work with Colleges, Universities and training providers to make the choice of continuing to study at a higher level easier.
Vocational Students
Sometimes, people studying for vocational qualifications at college do not find it easy to know what the best pathway is.
The LLN will help by making sure you have clear information about exactly what is required to progress on to a local higher education course linked to the one you are currently or have been studying for. To ensure information on local provision is available details of vocational courses in Kent and Medway are available on our website.
Progression Routes and Progression Agreements
You will find information about progression routes and Progression Agreements in a number of vocational subjects by clicking on the links in the left hand menu or below.
In addition you may find it useful to visit the following websites:
Connexions - provides Information and Advice for Young People:
AimHigher – is a national project to help more people into college or university:
www.ahkandm.ac.uk/Public/index.asp
Learn Direct – provides general information about careers and training courses:
www.learndirect-advice.co.uk/helpwithyourcareer/
nextstep – offers careers advice for those over 20
www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/AdultLearning/DG_071762
Your Choice in Medway – offers advice and guidance for young people 14-19
Edge is an educational foundation promoting practical and vocational learning
UCAS - is the organisation responsible for managing applications to higher education courses in the UK and also help students to find the right course.
Finance
The cost of studying at higher level is a factor that needs careful consideration, make sure you have all the facts before making a decision. There are loans as well as non-repayable grants and bursaries available, visit www.unimoney.direct.gov.uk and watch the Video or see "money" at www.ahkandm.ac.uk for written details.