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Statistical release published on 29 October, providing core numbers for the 2021 October 15 application deadline, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical release published on 21 October, providing core numbers for the UCAS Conservatoires 2022 October 1 deadline, comparison data over seven cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical release published on 10 November, providing core numbers for the UCAS Conservatoires 2023 October 3 deadline, comparison data over eight cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical release published on 6 June, providing core numbers for the UCAS Conservatoires 2024 October 2 deadline, comparison data over nine cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical release published on 7 November, providing core numbers for the UCAS Conservatoires 2025 October 2 deadline, comparison data over nine cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

While studying overseas is a unique and exciting experience, it’s also normal to feel anxious about living in a new culture and organising a lot of different things. This guide runs through everything you need to know about adjusting to life as a student in the UK so you can focus on enjoying the amazing experience that lies ahead.

An overview for those supporting eligible applicants applying to undergraduate courses.

Our products and services help you manage the application journey, navigate change, and overcome challenges. Connect and engage students at every stage of their journey and achieve your strategic goals with our paid-for products and services, as well as those included in your capitation fee.

If you're undecided about uni or your plans have changed, there are other options after secondary education, such as apprenticeships, gap years, overseas study, and more. This page explains university alternatives.

There is a wide range of apprenticeships for over 1,500 job roles — giving you the opportunity to enter careers in anything from engineering and boat building, to veterinary nursing and accountancy. Find out about exploring your options, and how to search and apply for an apprenticeship in Wales.

Design engineer Adam chose to take an apprenticeship over university. Here he explains his role, how he juggled work with studying and why he's glad he took the apprenticeship path.

Every year over a million students and young people connect with UCAS to explore their future options. We're focusing on the far-reaching choices they can make now – and how we help employers and potential applicants to find each other.

We were delighted to host our Celebrating Apprenticeships event at Mansion House, joined by over 150 employers, training providers, EPAOs, government officials, and apprentices, sharing insights and celebrating the apprenticeship community.

International students, including EU and other overseas students, can use Clearing in the same way UK students can.

Every year, over 100,000 disabled students apply through UCAS to study at a university or college in the UK – including mental health conditions, learning differences, and long-term health conditions. Students can access a range of support to help them succeed with their studies, day-to-day activities, travel, and lifestyle.

Our Discovery Days aim is to transform students’ decisions about their post-school next steps from an overwhelming choice to something they feel control over. You have the chance to engage and inspire them as they go through this journey.

UCAS’ fair access snapshots offer an at-a-glance overview of the new widening access and participation data gathered in the 2023 cycle.

Lots of students from overseas choose to study in the UK, and could be eligible for student finance. Content provided by Student Finance England.

As an international student, the process of getting work might be different to what you’re used to at home. There are additional rules and limitations that overseas students need to bear in mind to comply with the conditions of your visa while working.

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.