Contents
Welcome to the latest issue of What Next?
So, you’re leaving school or college and wondering what’s next? Rest assured, you’re in the right place. We’re here to help you through this overwhelming but exciting time as you discover the different options available to you.
What University? & What Career? Live enables school leavers to explore everything from apprenticeships and degree apprenticeships to university courses both in the UK and abroad. Visitors can use this helpful magazine as a guide to the event, ensuring you make the most of what’s on offer.
Turn the page to discover more about who you’ll meet on the day and where to fi nd them. With top companies and universities to choose from, take this unique opportunity to ask as many questions as you can. Get involved in the various features on offer including STEM and Future Skills workshops, the Creative Hub, Performance Corner and more. For advice, head to one of our three theatres and listen to inspiring speakers as they share expert hints and tips. You can also benefi t from one-to-one guidance in our dedicated Careers Advice Lounge, or speak to experts in social mobility in our DE&I Zone.
We’ve helped thousands of students, teachers and parents get a better understanding of the options available for school leavers. We’re sure after reading this magazine or visiting our events, you’ll leave feeling more confi dent and positive about your future. We wish you every success!
The What Next? Team #WhatLive
Editorial & Publishing
Editor Annie Blinkhorn
annie.blinkhorn@vmgl.com
Joint managing director Tracy Shah
Advertising Chris Short
chris.short@
vmgl.com 020 8394 5247
Matt Serember
matt.serember@
vmgl.com 020 8394 5249
What Next? is published by Venture Marketing Group (VMG) Ltd, 2nd Floor, 2-4 St Georges Road, London SW19 4DP
Tel: 020 8394 5200 Printed by The Manson Group
© Copyright 2025 Venture Marketing Group Ltd. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information in What Next?, VMG Ltd does not accept responsibility for any errors or omissions or for the consequences of actions based on data contained herein. Views expressed in What Next? do not necessarily refl ect those of VMG Ltd or its employees.
Sign up to the newsletter
EVENT GUIDE
06 Plan your day 10 Timetable of presentations 12 Floorplan of the event 14 Coming to America 15 Exhibitor profiles
25 Courses and job roles – and where to find them!
Spring 2025
WhatLive.co.uk 3
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36
