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Parent and guardian guide to apprenticeships

Heard of an apprenticeship but not sure what it’s all about? Here, we share what you need to know and practical tips for supporting someone who might be thinking about an apprenticeship.

Partner with UCAS

At UCAS, we are focused on working together with strategic partners who align with our corporate values, shared goals, and objectives to achieve our vision: With UCAS you can.

Patricka, UK Armed Forces Service leaver

Patricka Brice-Laughton has completed a HNC in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) at Wiltshire College & University Centre and is currently in her first year at University of the West of England doing a BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management.

Peer-to-peer engagement

Enable prospective students to interact with your current students, allowing them to ask questions and develop a sense of connection with your university or college whilst they do their research.

Personal statement advice: drama

Are you writing a personal statement for drama? Here's how to make sure that your enthusiasm for drama extends beyond the curriculum.

Personal statements for 2026 entry onwards

For students applying to university for 2026 entry, the personal statement format will be changing. Here, we'll cover what exactly is changing, why the changes are happening, and how you can support students.

Postgraduate Doctoral Loan

If you’re starting a full postgraduate Doctoral course, you could get a Postgraduate Doctoral Loan. Content provided by Student Finance England.

Postgraduate fees and funding

Postgraduate fees can vary a lot, and funding isn’t always straightforward. Here's the info you need, including funding options, and where to find support.

Postgraduate loans

Find out if you're eligible for the new postgraduate loan, and how to apply.

Postgraduate Master's Loan

If you’re starting a full-time or part-time taught or research master’s course, you could get a Postgraduate Master’s Loan. Content provided by Student Finance England.

Postgraduate subject areas

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