University of Derby

Vocational Studies

University of DerbyBuxton Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Personal development - The curriculum emphasises on areas such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and digital literacy to prepare students for work environments and further study. Discover your next steps – This programme is designed to help young people navigate all their options as they begin to explore their future careers. Designed to support – This programme was made to support each individual, the person-centred approach ensures learners feel confident to strive for their goals.

Enhance employability - Students will have opportunities to develop CVs, interview techniques, job-search skills, and work-related behaviours, effectively marketing their capabilities.

Key highlights

  • Builds communication, teamwork, problem-solving and digital literacy skills
  • Helps young people explore options and plan future careers
  • Person-centred approach supports each learner towards their goals
  • Practical CV writing, interview technique and job-search skills development
  • Develops work-related behaviours to prepare for employment or further study

Scholarships

  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Administrative assistant
  • Customer service adviser
  • Retail assistant
  • Apprentice
  • Office junior

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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