Paid work placements should get tax credits

…an internship as part of their degree, the government-commissioned report suggests. Sir Tim Wilson, the author of the review of university-business collaboration, believes that every undergraduate should do a 10-12…


Sandwich degrees may admit unlimited numbers in future

Universities that promote employment experience through four-year sandwich degrees should be free to admit an unlimited number of students to those courses, a government-commissioned review is expected to say. Read…



Tell us your views on 2012 changes to careers IAG

…the 2012 changes to Careers Information, Advice and Guidance. Please complete our 2 minute survey for the chance to win Amazon vouchers. Survey for classroom teachers Survey for school leaders…


‘Enterprise education in schools’ published

The House of Commons Library has published ‘Enterprise education in schools’. The report provides an overview of the provision of enterprise learning in the UK and how the approach of…



Perks for those who volunteer

People who give time to help their communities will be given discounts on shopping, cheap swimming sessions and free theatre tickets as part of a major relaunch of the Government’s…


£60 million youth jobs package unveiled

The Government has moved to tackle rising youth unemployment by announcing a £60 million package aimed at boosting work prospects and “transforming” vocational education. The Coalition is committed to getting…



Employer engagement in schools: the business case

What happens when someone from the economic community becomes involved with schools and colleges?To what extent can they support pupil learning, progression and the performance of educational institutions? These are…