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Work out how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth.

Useful tools to help you think about what to do after your GCSEs or National 5s, including info about post-16 qualifications, and advice on different careers.

Each course, and most universities and colleges, have different requirements – usually a mix of qualifications, subjects, or exam grades. Learn more about them here.

If you decide a conservatoire is right for you, there's still a lot of variety in course types, locations, previous qualifications required, and application deadlines, so make sure you do your research.

After you’ve studied in the UK, and achieved a relevant degree or equivalent qualification, you can apply for a graduate visa. Discover what is it, how to apply, what the requirements are, and how long it might take.

the clue's in the title, not sure on what to do when applying for a postgraduate qualification? Click here to find out the answers...

Information on qualifications, apprenticeships, and study programmes – to help parents and carers support their child in choosing what to do next.

Modern apprenticeships are available in Scotland and give you the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification, while getting industry experience and a salary.

For the 2026 cycle, we are introducing a new Tariff points structure that now includes Level 3 apprenticeships alongside A-levels, T Levels, and other post-16 qualifications. These changes aim to support apprentices' progression to higher education by creating a unified system that helps universities and colleges evaluate apprenticeship qualifications against traditional academic routes. This guide provides an overview of the recent changes, including the new calculation method, key points for providers, and the impact on apprenticeship pathways into higher education.

This episode covers what you need to know about traditional degrees and degree apprenticeships, including the differences in experience, funding, and qualifications.

Watch our videos to find out about the new and non-traditional qualifications an increasing number of students are using to enter higher education.

The Qualification Information Profiles (QIPs) are currently unavailable whilst UCAS reviews the content and the value of the tool to our customers.

With UCAS you can attract the right candidates to meet your business needs. We’re here to make choices clearer for anyone taking their next step in education or career development and every year we help over 1.5 million young people discover their options. Tap into the UK’s biggest talent pool of students and graduates and connect with candidates with the exact qualifications, skills, and characteristics you’re searching for.

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If you’re considering teaching in a UK state school, you’ll need to have a degree, and a recognised teaching qualification. Initial Teacher Education or Training (ITET) programmes across the UK are broadly similar, providing a combination of academic study and time in school, as you learn about key teaching methods. The routes, entry requirements, and statutory teaching standards are different depending on where in the UK you plan to train, and ultimately, teach. You can apply through UCAS for the main postgraduate and undergraduate teacher training programmes in Wales and Scotland. For programmes in England, use the DfE's 'Apply for teacher training' service.

Find out about the qualifications, courses, and classroom experience needed to become a teacher.

To teach in a primary or post-primary (secondary) school in Northern Ireland, you must have a degree and a recognised teacher training qualification. All teachers are required to register with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI).

Check out uni course entry requirements now, to see how the subjects and qualifications you choose now will affect the courses open to you later.

Check out uni course entry requirements, to see how the subjects and qualifications you choose now will affect the courses open to you later.

Entry requirements for conservatoire courses could be qualifications, auditions, other skills and interests, and more. Find out about them here.