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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.

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.

Bespoke Data Consultancy

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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.

Building and construction 2026 personal statement guide

The built environment encompasses lots of courses and professions, so outline your reasons for wanting to study the particular building and construction course you’re applying for, and what fascinates you about buildings and how they’re made.

Business Partner Code of Conduct

UCAS is committed to operating ethically, demonstrating integrity and acting responsibly to its customers and wider stakeholders.

Cambridge Pre-Us

Facts about Pre-U: who they are for, subjects, what's involved in taking one, and assessment and grades.

Career goals: Nurse

Nurse Ewout talks switching paths to enter nursing, the different opportunities it can afford you, the profession's changing image, and more.

Collection Tool

UCAS Collection Tool is your portal to manage and promote your courses to your market all in one place. You can also manage applications to your UG & UC courses by setting vacancy statuses and eligibility criteria.

Computer science 2026 personal statement guide

We asked computer science admissions tutors to share their dos and don'ts for writing a strong and engaging computer science personal statement. Show your passion for tech and the impact you can have in this exciting and ever-expanding area.