Higher education is third level education.

You usually have to be 18 or older to take a higher education course. They’re usually taught in:

• universities
• colleges
• specialist institutions like art schools or agricultural colleges

Higher education qualifications include:

• diplomas
• bachelor degrees
• foundation degrees
• post-graduate degrees [gov.uk]

The Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) contains descriptions of all the main higher education qualifications.  Higher education qualifications mainly relate to levels 4 - 8 of the FHEQ. Please see our guide on HE levels

For more information on Qualifications please see nidirect -Qualifications: what the different levels mean

To apply for a full time Higher Education Course you will need to apply through UCAS. 

You can find out more about UCAS here -  UCAS

How to apply to Yeovil College

University Centre Somerset - Higher Education how to apply

Strode college How to apply - Higher Education courses

Richard Huish College - Apply for a Higher Education or Adult course

If you are leaving school or perhaps returning to education there are plenty of options open to you.

There are lots of funding opportunities available please see

Get undergraduate student finance: step by step [gov.uk]

With a degree apprenticeship you can achieve a full Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. And just like traditional degrees, an apprenticeship is a great route to a great career.

For more information please see - Skill Up Somerset