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Everything you need to prepare for the 2026 application cycle – all in one place.

Taking the first steps out of school and into higher education is an exciting time in many students’ journeys. But school leavers can’t make key decisions about their future without understanding the full range of choices and opportunities available – and importantly, how to access them.

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Know your rights and responsibilities as an apprentice in the world of work.

Schools, colleges, advisers or agents can become registered UCAS centres and get unique access to their students' higher education applications.

Oxford graduate Anke takes the stand to testify on what the life of a lawyer is really like.

Expert advice and best practice suggestions on how to support your students with SEND in their career development.

Find out if you're eligible to receive a Childcare Grant (CCG), and how to apply for it. Content provided by Student Finance England.

Resources to help you help your students search for courses and decide what to do, including lesson plans, and websites and services for schools.

The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) aims to ensure everyone has the support and adjustments they need to succeed during their studies. This information is relevant to students who normally live in Northern Ireland.

The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) aims to ensure everyone has the support and adjustments they need to succeed during their studies. This information is relevant to students who normally live in Wales.

What financial help can you get?

A key factor when making the decision to move into higher education is finance – for estranged students, this can be a particular challenge.

Information for advisers on how to support your students in making a UCAS application and moving into higher education.

Thinking about options after GCSEs or Nationals? Find ideas to help you start your job or career plan.

Find information to help your child research and plan their post-16 options.

Whether you’ve got your grades or not, we have plenty of help and advice for you.

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.