List of job profiles and career ideas
Have a dream job in mind? See what it takes to get there with our comprehensive guides…
Information and advice pages
List of job profiles and career ideas
Have a dream job in mind? See what it takes to get there with our comprehensive guides…
Making informed subject choices
Give your students the tools they need to make informed decisions about which subjects to study at A level or equivalent – with one eye on their future plans.
Modern apprenticeships
Modern apprenticeships are available in Scotland and give you the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification, while getting industry experience and a salary.
Moving to and living in the UK
Most universities provide a range of activities to help you settle into UK life. Here are some tips about moving to and living in the UK.
Navigating school or college
Studying for exams, making choices about what to do next, and managing friendships and relationships means there’s a lot going on whilst you’re at school or college. It’s a transitional time in life – but you’re not alone. Use these resources to help you navigate your teenage career.
Next Steps: What is the experience of students from a care background in education? report
In its newest report in the Next Steps series, UCAS, in partnership with the Unite Foundation, examines the educational experiences of students from a care background.
NHS grows its nursing workforce with UCAS' unique student insight
NHS develops detailed insights into nursing candidates with UCAS, to inform a comprehensive campaign speaking to the next generation of nurses
Occupational therapist
Occupational therapists empower people to overcome the difficulties they face with living independently. They improve the quality of life for people living with disabilities, illnesses, traumas, ageing, and long-term conditions.
Orthoptist
You’ll help improve the quality of people’s lives by treating eye disorders and spotting serious neurological conditions
Other funding for full-time students
Depending on what and where you choose to study, you may be eligible for additional sources of funding. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Our provider recruitment, marketing and admissions services
Our products and services help you manage the application journey, navigate change and overcome challenges. Connect and engage students at every stage of their journey and achieve your strategic goals.
Outreach Connection Service provider information
This page provides information to support providers with uploading and sharing their activities.
Outreach Connection Service teacher and adviser information
This page provides information to support teachers and advisers to find Outreach Connection Service opportunities through the adviser portal.
Paramedic
As the first responders to medical emergency situations, paramedics head into the unknown to save lives and help those in need of urgent medical care.
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.
Personal statement advice: biology
We asked a biology admissions tutor what the secret is to writing a successful biology personal statement. Apparently, there isn't one - it’s all about genuine passion, enthusiasm and curiosity. The simple objective to writing a successful biology personal statement is to show that you understand what you're applying for, along with some evidence of your enthusiasm, and commitment to the subject.
Personal statement advice: medicine
Aspiring to join the medical world professionally? Then you’ll need the right experience to be seriously considered for a place on a medicine course. Getting experience and researching what’s needed in your personal statement should ideally go hand in hand.