Information for parents and guardians
Helping your child build skills, confidence and connections for the world of work.
Today's graduate job market is more competitive than ever. As a parent or guardian, you'll want confidence that your child's next step will prepare them for the workplace and help them stand out to employers. That’s where BPP comes in.
Join us on Monday 17 August
Join The Parents Lounge to meet BPP University Deputy Vice Chancellor, Tim Jones - one of the UK’s leading voices on careers, employability, AI and the future of work. Learn about BPP University and what makes us different, and discover how your child will be supported throughout their studies.Why parents choose BPP
Whether your child is looking for a faster route to employment or a full undergraduate degree experience, BPP helps students build the skills, confidence and professional experience employers value most.
Through practical learning, dedicated careers coaching and real-world projects, students develop workplace-ready skills, build professional confidence and create evidence of their capabilities through a portfolio of work they can showcase to employers.
And we’ll be supporting them every step of the way.
What your child gains at BPP
For more than 50 years, BPP has worked closely with employers to understand the skills businesses need and help students prepare for successful careers.
Meet Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Tim Jones
Tim Jones is one of BPP's leading voices on careers, employability, AI and the future of work.
In this video series, Tim explores the challenges facing today's students and graduates, the skills employers are looking for, and why career pathways are changing.
Hear his perspective on how our programmes have been designed to help students develop the practical skills, confidence and professional experience needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving workplace.
Landing the job
Getting the right qualifications is only part of the journey. Helping your child turn those skills into career opportunities is just as important.
That's why every student is paired with a dedicated Careers Coach from day one. Their coach will work with them throughout the programme to identify career goals, understand their strengths, develop their professional confidence and prepare for the opportunities that best match their ambitions.
Alongside one-to-one careers coaching, students will benefit from:
CV, LinkedIn and personal branding support
Interview and assessment centre preparation
Help identifying career paths that align with their skills and interests
Access to employer networking opportunities
Hundreds of live vacancies through our careers platform
Exclusive opportunities available to BPP students, including internships, placements and entry-level roles
Alongside their qualification, they'll build examples of their work, gain feedback from industry professionals and develop the confidence to speak about their achievements in interviews and assessment centres.
Our goal is to help students graduate with both a recognised qualification and clear evidence of the value they can bring to employers.
Funding
Our CertHE Business programme and BSc (Hons) Transformational Leadership programmes can be fully funded through government-funded loans from Student Finance England (subject to eligibility).
Applications can be completed through GOV.UK, and our admissions team can provide guidance throughout the process.
Trusted by the best
Your child will be able to tap into our vast network of industry connections and partnerships. For more than 50 years, BPP has worked closely with employers across the UK to help develop talent and build workplace-ready skills. These relationships help ensure the skills students develop remain relevant to today's workplace.
Frequently asked questions
Every learner is different. While some students are best suited to a traditional degree or apprenticeship, others are looking for a shorter, more focused route into employment.
The CertHE is designed for students who want to gain a recognised higher education qualification while developing practical workplace skills, building a professional portfolio and accessing dedicated careers support.
Explore BSc Transformational Leadership
Not just a degree. A plan to get your child hired. Find out more about the BSc (Hons) Transformational Leadership.
Explore CertHE Business
Get your child job ready in 10 months. Find out more about the CertHE Business.