Supporting the NHS in attracting future talent
UCAS has been working with the NHS since 2019 to attract new talent to its workforce through our extensive reach among young people, their parents, teachers, and careers advisers.
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Supporting the NHS in attracting future talent
UCAS has been working with the NHS since 2019 to attract new talent to its workforce through our extensive reach among young people, their parents, teachers, and careers advisers.
Supporting young people in care with their Personal Education Plans (PEPs)
If you are supporting a young person’s Personal Education Plan (PEP), this guide suggests professional actions as they make their career and education choices – from Year 8 through to post-16 study. Content provided by Virtual School Sheffield.
Supporting your students in navigating to their best fit UK university
Shikha Singh, Career Counsellor, The Cathedral and John Connon Senior School
Teacher Degree Apprenticeships
The Teacher Degree Apprenticeship is a new route to become a qualified teacher, offering a salaried, on-the-job experience while you study for a bachelor's degree and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). This pathway is ideal for those who do not yet have an undergraduate degree but want to build a career in education.
Teachers: How to link your subject to the world of work
Careers expert, Janet Colledge, gives essential advice on why and how subject tutors can introduce students to the world of work through their teaching.
Things to remember before your UCAS event
A UCAS Discovery event is a chance to find out about traditional degrees, apprenticeships, careers, and more.
UCAS Parents' Podcast
Listen to our live studio podcasts covering everything parents need to know about education and careers, from university applications to the skills shaping the jobs of tomorrow. Get expert advice to help guide your child’s future.
Understanding UCAS Tariff points for apprenticeships
Discover how your apprenticeship can earn UCAS Tariff points, helping you access higher education and take the next big step in your career.
Virtual Work Experiences
Led by industry experts from the world's leading employers, Virtual Work Experiences give you a taste of what a career would look like through interactive, on-demand programmes.
Where to find help with post-16 choices
Choosing what to do after GCSEs can be difficult. Talk through your options with teachers, parents or carers, friends, and careers services.
Who are apprenticeships for?
Apprenticeships are a great route to get into your chosen career, and they're open to everyone over the age of 16.
Why study postgraduate?
Postgraduate courses can help you progress or change your career. Find out what the options are and how to apply.
Yipiyap - redefining the gap year
Considering a gap year? Unis and employers love the maturity, motivation, and higher final grades of gap year students. Our friends at Yipiyap have experienced over a decade of well-planned years out transforming careers. Sponsored content.
Zoology 2026 personal statement guide
A degree in zoology opens up numerous career options working with or studying animals, or could be a stepping stone into a graduate veterinary medicine course. If it's your degree of choice, here are some personal statement pointers.
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.
2025 UCAS Discovery Days
With a mix of large flagship events and locally focused exhibitions across the UK, you can target your perfect audience in the locations most important to you.
A guide to using AI and ChatGPT with your personal statement
If you're not already using ChatGPT or other AI tools, you've probably heard about them. But should they be used to help with your UCAS personal statement? Is it cheating? Or can they be helpful in crafting your personal statement?
A levels
Facts about A levels: recent changes, subjects and grades, who they are for and what you can do afterwards.
Accommodation for apprentices
If you decide to do an apprenticeship, accommodation is something to consider if you’re going to live away from home. It’s important you make the right decision for you and your circumstances, so you feel comfortable and happy after coming home from work. We’ve outlined what you need to know to make an informed decision for you.