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National Exams Results Helpline:
0808 100 8000



For students and parents who want more advice on what to do after results, where to go and what to study, call the National Exams Results Helpline on 0808 100 8000 (calls from a landline are free).

The helpline will be open from the day the Highers and Standards examination results are released in Scotland (5 August) until 23 August, including weekends.

Advisors will have access to an online database which provides up-to-the-minute information about course availability and they’ll be able to offer impartial and confidential advice.

The helpline is available for GCSE students, mature students and calls from parents/guardians are also welcome.

BBC Radio 1
Information on all the options for young people getting their GCSE, A Level and AS Level exam results and Highers and Standard Grades in Scotland.

BBC Learning
Learning for adults and children

BBC Schools Parents Guide
Information for parents including a 16+ section with options for young people.

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    Department for Children, Schools and Families
    Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills

    Learn Direct
    Commercial website offering courses online and at study centres.

    The National Union of Students (NUS)
    Representing students at universities and colleges throughout the UK. Phone 0871 221 8221

    Qualifications & Curriculum Authority
    Guardian of standards in education and training.

    University & Colleges Admission Service (UCAS)
    Advise for prospective students hoping to study higher education courses.

    If you need help applying through Clearing or have a query about your application, you can contact the UCAS helpline on 0871 468 0 468.

    (Calls from BT landlines will cost no more than 9p per minute. The cost of calls from mobiles and other networks may vary)

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      Student Loans Company

      Directgov
      For more detailed information on what may be available to students continuing into higher education or phone the Student Support Helpline on 0845 602 0583

      Student Finance Wales
      For more detailed information on what may be available to Welsh students continuing into higher education. Or phone the Student Finance Wales Contact Centre on 0845 602 8845

      Student Awards Agency
      For more detailed information on what may be available to Scottish students continuing into higher education. Or phone the helpline on 0845 111 1711

      Student Finance Northern Ireland
      For more detailed information on what may be available to Northern Irish students continuing into higher education. Or phone, the helpline: 0845 600 0662

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