A closer look at universities and education groups associated with progression routes for vocational and academic pathway qualifications. Admission is always subject to the receiving institution’s current requirements.
Anglia Ruskin University
Based in Cambridge and Chelmsford, Anglia Ruskin University is known for teaching and research across health, education, science and technology, with a strong focus on practical and innovative learning.
Arden University
Arden University specialises in flexible online and blended learning for working adults and career-focused students across subjects including business, computing and psychology.
Bloomsbury Institute
Located in central London, Bloomsbury Institute offers undergraduate and postgraduate study with particular strengths in business and law, alongside a strong focus on employability.
Cambridge Education Group
Cambridge Education Group is known for international foundation education that prepares students for progression into universities in the UK and beyond.
Carlow Institute of Technology
Carlow Institute of Technology offered study across business, technology, arts and health sciences, combining applied teaching with preparation for professional careers.
Central University, Ghana
Central University is one of Ghana’s established private higher-education institutions, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across business, information technology, law and other fields.
Crandall University
Crandall University in New Brunswick, Canada, offers undergraduate study in the arts, business and education in a small-group learning environment.
George Brown College
George Brown College in Toronto is known for practical career education, industry relationships, work placements and employment preparation.
Glyndŵr University
Now known as Wrexham University, the institution is recognised for accessible teaching, strong student support and applied study across engineering, science, arts and business.
Griffith College
Griffith College is one of Ireland’s largest independent higher-education providers, offering programmes in accounting, law, engineering, computing and other professional fields.
Leeds Trinity University
Leeds Trinity University in West Yorkshire offers programmes in education, media, psychology and related disciplines with an emphasis on small-group learning and employability.
Limerick Institute of Technology
Limerick Institute of Technology, now part of Technological University of the Shannon, developed strengths in art, engineering and information technology through applied teaching.
London College of Creative Media
LCCM specialises in music, writing and digital media and develops creative talent through industry-relevant teaching and practice.
Northwood University
Northwood University in the United States is particularly known for business education in fields such as automotive management, marketing and finance.
Solent University
Solent University in Southampton offers programmes across journalism, film, art and design, business and maritime subjects with extensive practical facilities.
Southern Cross University
Southern Cross University in Australia is recognised for environmental and marine science and offers flexible on-campus and online learning.
Ulster University
Ulster University is a research-active institution in Northern Ireland with strengths in health, biotechnology, art and design and a wide range of other subjects.
University of Bedfordshire
The University of Bedfordshire offers a broad portfolio and is known for applied teaching in media, health sciences, sport and other career-focused areas.
University of Bolton
The University of Bolton offers engineering, arts, health and social care and other professional subjects, with a strong focus on personalised teaching.
University of Portsmouth
The University of Portsmouth provides extensive study options across business, law, engineering and technology, with an emphasis on professional practice and employability.
University of Sunderland
The University of Sunderland is known for teaching in art and design, business, computing and engineering and for providing practical learning opportunities.
University of Westminster
Based in London, the University of Westminster offers programmes across business, media, art and design and is recognised for its international outlook and industry links.