Those hoping to study further or higher education can now apply online for the University College IoM courses.

UCM offers more than 300 further education courses, below degree level for those over 16 years old, and ranges from below and above GCSE level level two and those equivalent to A-level.

Pupils coming straight from school after taking GCSEs are likely to apply for an FE course.

Last year, BTEC, CACHE and UAL students achieved a 93% success rate, and 87% of UCM graduates gained a top grade (1st or 2:1), which is higher than the UK national average of 76%. 91% of UCM students secured graduate level employment upon completion of their course.

Vice principal of UCM Jo Richardson said: ’The pandemic has presented many unpredictable challenges for the island, and impacted various aspects of day-to-day life. However, it is during these times of uncertainty, that everything important, such as education and future career, become clear.

’It is essential to remain positive, and perhaps use this time wisely to think about career goals and how to achieve them. With the wide range of courses that we offer at FE and HE levels, we believe that there is a course suitable for everyone.’

In UCM’s latest all-student survey taken in 2020, over 96% of students said they would happily recommend studying at UCM to others.

UCM offers higher education courses for individuals looking to learn new skills and challenge themselves to degree level studies. They offer a variety of diverse higher education courses such as undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, professional qualifications and higher national certificates and diplomas.

For more details, visit www.ucm.ac.im or call 648200.