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There are now 11 applicants for every degree apprenticeship place in England, up from 3 just three years ago, according to government data. That competition...
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V Levels could offer something the post-16 system badly needs: greater flexibility for young people who want vocational learning without having to specialise as early…
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Adult learners are already investing in new careers; policy should turn that commitment into a connected journey from entry-level competence to higher technical progression. The…
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