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We provide valuable sector insight into university choices, freshers' behaviour, student mental health, disabled students, care-experienced students, young adult carers, international students, LGBTQ+ and much more. You can join the conversation.

Sponsor our high-impact research reports

Increase brand awareness and align with UCAS' trusted brand by sponsoring one of our influential insight reports. Our unique research and relationships with students, universities, colleges, teachers and employers ensure our reports generate widespread media coverage, gain attention from the public and policymakers and help shape the agenda on education, training and skills matters.

Computer science 2026 personal statement guide

We asked computer science admissions tutors to share their dos and don'ts for writing a strong and engaging computer science personal statement. Show your passion for tech and the impact you can have in this exciting and ever-expanding area.

Contextual admissions

Some students face additional challenges during their education which may impact their results. Universities recognise these challenges, and can make adjustments through ‘contextual admissions’. Find out more about what this is, who is eligible, and how you qualify.

How to become a counsellor

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

Increase awareness of your employer brand

Raise the profile of your brand for up-and-coming talent. Identify and engage your future apprentices, interns and graduate masterminds through unrivalled intelligence and high-impact marketing campaigns.

Overview of UCAS Tariff Points for Apprenticeships

For the 2026 cycle, we are introducing a new Tariff points structure that now includes Level 3 apprenticeships alongside A-levels, T Levels, and other post-16 qualifications. These changes aim to support apprentices' progression to higher education by creating a unified system that helps universities and colleges evaluate apprenticeship qualifications against traditional academic routes. This guide provides an overview of the recent changes, including the new calculation method, key points for providers, and the impact on apprenticeship pathways into higher education.

Students with imprisoned parents

Universities and colleges welcome students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience. If you choose to disclose that you are a student with an imprisoned parent it will not negatively impact your application – it gives context to your circumstances.

The UCAS Student Panel

Get involved, make an impact, and shape the future of student life. By joining the UCAS Student Panel, you’ll have the chance to share your experiences and opinions to help improve the journey for students like you.

UCAS Reports

Over the past four years, UCAS has released these high-impact reports that shone a light on pertinent issues in education and skills.

2017 End of Cycle Report

The UCAS End of Cycle Report 2017 is the first national overview of demand for, and acceptances to, UK higher education (HE) for the 2017 admissions cycle.

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.

2018 End of Cycle Report

The UCAS End of Cycle Report 2018 is the first national overview of demand for, and acceptances to, undergraduate UK higher education (HE) for the 2018 admissions cycle.

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.