Disabled international students
Universities and colleges in the UK are diverse and inclusive environments and welcome disabled students.
Information and advice pages
Disabled international students
Universities and colleges in the UK are diverse and inclusive environments and welcome disabled students.
International events
It's a good idea to talk about your higher education options in person. Go to a course provider open day to explore the campus and get insights from staff and students – or take a virtual tour. We also recommend you go to UK events or one of the British Council events around the world. You'll find lots of helpful advice, and can ask any questions you may have.
Six support organisations that help international students
If you choose to study in the UK, you'll find that there's a lot of support available to help you at every stage of your student journey. Here are six of the best support organisations for international students studying in the UK.
What finance options are available if I want to study in the UK?
If you plan to study in the UK, you might be interested in what financial support is available to help you during your studies.
What you need to know about studying outside of the UK
If you're considering studying in another country, you'll need to do your research first. These questions will help you decide if it's right for you.
UCAS for International
UCAS has been helping connect the world to UK Higher Education since 1992, supporting over one million international students to make their UK study dream a reality. As pressure on providers to improve the quality and diversity increases, and the local and global competition intensifies, UCAS is here to ensure you and your teams can deliver your international recruitment and admissions goals.
Exhibiting at UCAS conferences
Meet the key influencers to the current FE students, bringing your brand values to life.
FAQs for international students
Thinking about studying in the UK can give international students a lot to consider. Here are answers to the most common questions.
How to open a UK bank account
As an international student one of the most important things you'll need to sort out is opening a UK bank account. This can sometimes be a lengthy and complicated process so here are the things you'll need to understand to get this off your to do list fast!
International
UCAS has a wide range of information, resources and services to support international students, advisers and UK universities and colleges. This ranges from advice and guidance on the UK higher education admissions journey, to data dashboards and insights.
Marketing and student recruitment webinars
Discover how to sign up to upcoming webinars, and play back the ones you missed.
Qualifications advice for international advisers
This guidance is for staff at schools, colleges, and other centres based outside the UK, who advise potential undergraduate applicants to higher education (HE) courses in the UK.
What does the Journey to a Million mean for the global market?
Carys Willgoss, Principal Policy Adviser, UCAS
Advisers guide to Clearing for international students
Find key information on how Clearing works if you are helping a student come to study in the UK.
Applying to university as an international student
Discover any information you might need to succeed in applying to UK institutions as an international student. Find advice on visas, English language skills, why you should study in the UK and what your qualifications will mean.
Finance for part-time tuition fee only students
Lots of students from overseas choose to study in the UK, and could be eligible for student finance. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Personal statement tips for international students: 2026 entry
Applying to study in the UK? Here's some tips for how to write your personal statement if you're an international student.
Studying in the UK
Discover everything you need to know about what it's like to study in the UK. What countries make up the UK? What support is available? How do I find work and accommodation, and how much does everything cost? Find all this information, and more, to help you prepare yourself fully for life in the UK.