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2026 cycle toolkit

Everything you need to prepare for the 2026 application cycle – all in one place.

Admissions tests

Some universities require you to sit an admissions test as part of the application process – discover the different types of assessment here.

Adult nurse

Adult nurses are expert members of a medical team. They plan and deliver vital treatment for a wide range of patients with different needs and conditions.

Alternative payment option

If you are unable to make online payment of the UCAS application fee, we can accept payment by bank transfer instead.

Applying for an engineering apprenticeship

Are you eager to take on a career in engineering? Engineering apprenticeships offer students at all levels the opportunity to acquire hands-on skills and real-world experience while on the path towards becoming a qualified engineer. In this guide, we'll take you through the process of applying for an engineering apprenticeship, including invaluable advice from employers on what they seek in an apprentice.

Apprenticeships Podcast Series

Following the success of our Clearing Choices Podcast series, our Apprenticeships Podcast Series gives you the chance to promote your brand to our database of around 700,000 students searching for their future path.

Architecture and planning 2026 personal statement guide

If you’re applying for architecture and planning, outline your reasons for wanting to study the course. The built environment encompasses lots of courses and professions, so be as specific as possible about your interests and enthusiasms.

Azrah, Level 6 clinical trials specialist degree apprentice

Azrah Bashir is in her second year of a clinical trials specialist degree apprenticeship at HMR London (Hammersmith Medicines Research); a company specialising in phase 1 and early phase 2 clinical trials. At the end of her five-year course she will get a BSc Applied Bioscience degree from the University of Kent.

Before you apply

Consider all the options available to you before you begin your application. Find out what places are really like, attend events, research industries, and make sure you're clear on what you want to do before you proceed.

Biology 2026 personal statement guide

Biology admissions tutors say it’s all about genuine passion, enthusiasm, and curiosity. The key to writing a successful biology personal statement is to show you understand what you're applying for, along with some evidence of your enthusiasm, and commitment to the subject.