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Researching university options

If your child decides university is the right path for them, there’s still a lot of research to do, with approximately 35,000 undergraduate courses to choose from.

Springpod

Find out more about the UCAS collaboration with Springpod and how their Subject Spotlights and Virtual Work Experiences can help students explore their options

UCAS events

Research your options, meet unis, colleges and employers face-to-face, and get your questions answered at our events, and uni open days.

University events and open days

Discover more information about upcoming open days and uni events, how to use them to your advantage, and what you need to prepare.

Virtual tours

If you can't get to an open day, virtual tours are a good way to get a feel for a place, check out their facilities, and see what it's like on campus.

Fairs & open days

Find out if postgraduate is right for you by spending time talking face-to-face with those who know it best.

Student marketing for brands

Connect with one of the UK’s largest and most responsive youth audiences via our trusted brand. We understand who students are and what they're interested in buying. Gain loyal new customers by using our data insights to reach them.

University events for school and college students

From open days and taster courses to exhibitions and lectures, university events can offer significant support for your higher education guidance work – and to the academic experience of your students.

Attend a virtual open day

If you can't visit them in person, you might be able to attend a virtual open day at a university or college.

10 things your teen wants you to know

Clementine Wade, university and school coach, has worked as a teacher, examiner and uni coach since 2005. She specialises in Key Stage 5 qualifications and super selective universities. Clem's created guidance to help you understand results day and Clearing, and get to grips with what you should be doing when to best support your child through the process.

How to become a social worker

Social workers offer support to those most in need, whether it’s a family under pressure or a person with a physical or learning disability trying to live independently.