IF AFTER you get your results on Thursday, you can't stand another three years of study, can't face the debt, or don't think you'd get there, don't worry.

There are now plenty of different routes into careers that were once only accessible if you had a degree under your belt.

These new opportunities are partly thanks to a rise in apprenticeships since the government and businesses invested more this year in professional training.

Here's a line-up of some top jobs you can do without a degree.

Solicitor:

You can now become a solicitor by training on the job since new solicitor apprenticeships were approved in 2015. This isn't easy - you need to pass a serious of tough exams and it can take five to six years to complete.

Laboratory Technician:

Any relevant science A Levels will help, and you can apply for a two year apprenticeship scheme through relevant employers.

Professional Services:

Big companies such as Deloitte and PwC offer professional services higher apprenticeships which help A level students gain a range of professional qualifications.

Computer forensic analyst:

Cyber security higher apprenticeships are offered by major infrastructure and energy companies and - excitingly - the security services.

Nuclear Engineer:

Unsurprisingly through professional training - the National Nuclear Laboratory offer apprenticeships and the Ministry of Defence has a new nuclear undergraduate engineering apprenticeship.

Public Relations executive:

Apply directly to PR companies and larger employers with an in house team for a higher level public relations apprenticeship, which could see you train up as a press officer, junior account executive or digital communications wizard.

Environmental conservation officer:

Try volunteering and apply for environmental conservation apprenticeship - Lantra has a list of providers.

Youth Worker:

Many enter youth work as a volunteer or paid worker, but you can now qualify via a youth work apprenticeship.

Junior 2D artist:

Apply for Junior VFX apprenticeships through Next Gen.

Royal Navy officer :

If you're an A level student, you'll have to take aptitude and ability tests, pass a fitness test and interview before a more rigorous assessment to see if you're capable mentally and physically. If successful, you can begin officer training at Britannia Royal Naval College in Dartmouth.