As the CEO of the National Extension College (NEC), I am thrilled to see the Labour Party’s education manifesto becoming a reality under the new government. This shift brings significant implications for private candidates, adult learners, and homeschoolers—groups we have passionately supported for decades. Reflecting on our founder Michael Young’s vision, it is clear that […]
Holly Brown
Why study Politics?
There are many reasons why studying politics is beneficial to students. With talk around general elections, it’s no wonder that politics is a common topic of discussion. Without much knowledge of what’s involved, it can be difficult to feel included and be able to express your views successfully. Whether you are considering a career in […]
Who are NEC tutors and how to become one
A genuine passion for helping learners is key and something that we feel is at the heart of NEC. Here at NEC we love nothing more than helping students of all ages and backgrounds achieve their academic goals, but we wouldn’t be able to do it without our wonderful team of incredible distance learning tutors. […]
What is a distance learning tutor?
What do distance learning or online tutors do? A distance learning or online tutor is similar to a teacher in many ways. Much like a teacher, the role of a distance learning tutor is to provide academic support and guidance to a student; however as the support is provided through distance learning, the service is […]
What is UCAS : University Applications
If you have been thinking about applying to universities and doing some research, there’s a very high chance you have come across the term UCAS. What is it and how does it affect you with uni applications? Here’s everything you need to know. What does UCAS mean? UCAS stands for Universities and Colleges Admissions Service. […]
Can you gain an A level within a year?
Complete an A level in one year with NEC’s online Structured Fast Track A levels. We understand that some goals and deadlines can’t wait so these courses are designed to help our students gain the all important grades they need. Can you do an A level in a year? At NEC it’s no news that […]
Top 10 revision tips for exam success
If you are sitting exams this summer and worried about the amount of revision you’ve done so far don’t panic! It’s never too late to start revising, but the more time you can give yourself the better your preparation will be and the more confident you’ll feel in your exam. This post has been created […]
How to tackle exam stress
There’s no denying that exam revision can be a stressful time. It’s the culmination of all your hard work studying for your A levels or GCSEs and the end is in sight. To help you avoid the stress and overwhelm as you prepare for your exams, we have come up with a number of tips […]
What do I do if I want a career change?
Making the decision to embark on a new career change can be both exciting and daunting. For many, taking the step towards a new career is huge and comes with a lot of consideration from passion and interests to skills, values and more. To help you make the best decision towards your new career path, […]
A Head Teacher’s Priorities for 2024
Head teachers in secondary schools are steering through an intricate landscape of advanced planning, critical evaluation, and strategic decision-making. This period is pivotal, marking a transition from concluding the current academic term to setting the stage for the next academic year. Curriculum and Exams Foremost on the agenda is the preparation for GCSEs and A […]