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History 2026 personal statement guide

A great history personal statement is all about selecting examples and experiences that help to demonstrate your love of the subject. Show admissions tutors your unique interest in this subject over and above the syllabus.

Media studies 2026 personal statement guide

Whether you’re obsessed with the cinematography of Wes Anderson or you’re a CapCut creative, get across your interest, enthusiasm, and existing experience for a compelling media studies statement.

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UCAS is more than just an undergraduate admissions portal. We offer several services for different audiences, and those who want to reach them.

Postgraduate subject areas

Here, we provide in-depth information about the range of subject areas you can study at postgraduate level.

Provider opt in for pre-approved unpicks C&C 2024

Following the success of our pre-approved reply swap process, we’re launching a new pilot trial for providers to opt in to pre-approving unpicking confirmation decisions that have been made in error during the period of Confirmation and Clearing. Please complete the web form below to indicate if you intend to sign up, or not.

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

Thinking about performing arts?

Thinking of studying a performance-based course? Find out more about the different options and how to make your application.