Getting started
Information for advisers on how to support your students in making a UCAS application and moving into higher education.
Information and advice pages
Getting started
Information for advisers on how to support your students in making a UCAS application and moving into higher education.
HE provider good practice briefing for care experienced students
This is for staff working in universities and colleges. It outlines the common challenges for students who are care experienced (CE) and provides examples of good practice found around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education (HE).
HE provider good practice briefing for refugees, asylum seekers, and students with limited leave to remain
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.
How to choose the right undergraduate course for you
Are you stuck deciding which subject, course type, or uni or college is right for you? Read on for our tips and advice on tackling this big decision.
How to identify your transferable skills
If you’re applying for a job but don’t have any, or much, professional experience, it can be tricky to know what to include on your CV. But any life experience you have will be valuable when applying for a job or apprenticeship – it’s how you talk about that experience that matters.
International students
Discover everything you need to know as an international student planning to come to the UK. Whether you're coming for the first time, returning for postgraduate, or are still waiting to make a decision, our guidance below can help you prepare as best you can for life in the UK.
Interview types
There are several interview types, and it’s important to understand the differences between each to help you structure your performance and maximise your chance of success.
Preparing for a university open day
Considering university? Here's everything you need to know about going to an open day.
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.
Students eligible for free school meals (FSM)
Being eligible for free school meals (FSM) means you might be able get help to meet different costs, and access other types of support if you want to go to university.
Students with caring responsibilities
If you're responsible for providing unpaid care to a family member, partner or friend, you may be able to get extra support during your studies.
Supporting international students
We support international counsellors, agents and advisers, as well as processing applications to hundreds of universities and colleges in the UK.
The 2025 cycle toolkit
Everything you need to prepare for the 2025 application cycle – all in one place.
The pros and cons of university
Thinking about your next steps and wondering whether uni is right for you? We cover the pros and cons to help you decide.
Things to consider when choosing a UK university
Choosing to study in the UK as an international student can be a big decision, but how do you choose the right university? There are many ways to learn which university is best, even when living in a different country.
Tips for settling in and getting on with your housemates
Once you make the move to university and get through the first-day unknowns and excitement, students often focus on settling into their new surroundings and getting to know the people they’re sharing accommodation with.
Tools and resources to help you
Here you’ll find our top tips and links to handy toolkits and resources which will help you guide your students and their parents.
UCAS generic terms of service
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