Subject tasters
Try university degrees before you apply. Subject Spotlights from Springpod give you a taste of what it's like to study real subjects delivered by university lecturers and developed in partnership with the universities
Information and advice pages
Subject tasters
Try university degrees before you apply. Subject Spotlights from Springpod give you a taste of what it's like to study real subjects delivered by university lecturers and developed in partnership with the universities
Supporting international students
We support international counsellors, agents and advisers, as well as processing applications to hundreds of universities and colleges in the UK.
Supporting students with caring responsibilities
A carer is anyone who is responsible for providing unpaid care to a family member or friend who could not cope without their support.
Supporting students with EAL: Careers ideas and activities
Students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) can face obstacles centred around communication and cultural differences. Find practical tips and activities to help engage them with their future.
Supporting your child with writing their personal statement for 2026 entry
Writing a personal statement is an important part of your child’s university application, and with the new format for 2026 entry, there’s a clear structure to follow. As a parent, guardian, or carer, your support can make a real difference. This page offers advice to help your child write a statement that reflects their experiences and goals, along with tips on what to avoid.
Take the spotlight!
Showcase your talents and tell us what’s great about life at a conservatoire and you could win £2,500!
Take the Spotlight! 2016
This year's competition is now closed – we'll announce the winner on 16 March 2016!
Teachers and advisers: Talking about apprenticeships
It's always a great time to educate students on the pathway that combines education, experience and salary, all under one roof.
Ten ways to get the most out of work experience
Work experience is more than just something to stick on your CV. As student blogger Anna writes, it’s a great opportunity to prepare yourself for the working world – as long as you get stuck in.
The difference between school and university or college
Leaving school and going to university or college can feel like a big leap; you’ll be expected to be more independent, juggle deadlines and do lots of self-directed study.
The new personal statement for 2026 entry
Applying for university or college to start your studies in 2026? Find out more about the changes to the personal statement format and tips on what to include.
The strength of a UK qualification to employers
There's many reasons to study in the UK, and knowing what your qualification means to employers, and how it can help you, is important when planning your education journey.
Tips for cleaning your student accommodation
Whether you’re thinking about how you can make your room look nice or you’re worried about living somewhere messy or unclean – here are some tips for making student cleaning easy.
UCAS Conservatoires: parents and guardians
Practical advice to help you support your child through the application cycle, as they research and apply to conservatoires.
UCAS for International
UCAS has been helping connect the world to UK Higher Education since 1992, supporting over one million international students to make their UK study dream a reality. As pressure on providers to improve the quality and diversity increases, and the local and global competition intensifies, UCAS is here to ensure you and your teams can deliver your international recruitment and admissions goals.