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Want to find out what it's like to do a placement abroad? Farah Hamdan went further afield than most people to follow her passion for conservation – read about her amazing experience in the Galapagos Islands.

Don’t leave applying until the last minute as there’s quite a bit to do – but you don’t need to complete the application all at once. Read our advice below to help you through the application process, step by step.

If your child has their heart set on university halls, they’ll need to do their research and apply early. Places aren’t always guaranteed, so it’s important to encourage them to think about alternative accommodation, which can be equally fun and provide a safe living environment.

Students who do not have parents or carers who have attended university themselves sometimes find it useful to have additional information and help when making their decisions and applying to higher education.

Struggling to find something to say in your personal statement? Here are five simple things you can do to boost your experience, skills, and confidence.

Use these four handy activities to help your students get the most out of their time out of the classroom.

Gap years can be used to enhance your CV, travel, learn new skills, and much more. Find out more and get some inspiration here.

What you need to know about visas and immigration if you're going to study outside of the UK.

This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges, supporting the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify applicants who are refugees, asylum seekers, and those with limited leave to remain in the UK. We have worked with STAR Network, Refugee Education UK and We Belong to outline the common challenges for these students, share good practice around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.

Tom Ravenscroft, Chief Executive Officer, Skills Builder

Discover how distance learning works if you’re studying a degree remotely, from applying to teaching and exams. Plus, see what support is available from tutors and other students.

Get to grips with the key issues around choosing GCSEs. This introductory guide will help you understand the facts and advise your students effectively.

If you're applying to Welsh course providers, you can choose to complete your application entirely in Welsh.

You make your application online. Here’s a step-by-step guide to applying to a conservatoire.

Counsellors can make a significant positive impact on people’s lives, and ultimately improve the health and well-being of our society.

Firefighting isn't just about putting out flames. Here’s what’s really involved and what it takes to become one.

Think accountancy is all about number-crunching? Think again! There’s far more to being an accountant than just figures.

If your child has decided university is the right path for them, here’s what they’ll need to know about making a UCAS application.

Is there one UK university you would love to study at? Or have you found the perfect course for you? As part of the application process, they may want you to attend an interview or submit your work to see if you're the right kind of student.