Record number of disadvantaged students aim high and apply to most selective university degrees
The number of UK 18-year-olds from the most disadvantaged backgrounds applying to the most selective
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Record proportion of Scottish students accepted at their first-choice university
A record proportion of Scottish students are celebrating gaining their place at their first choice university.
Release of the international report
Yesterday we published a new report “Where next? The experience of international students connecting
Second-highest ever number of UK 18-year-olds apply to university or college by January deadline
The number of UK 18-year-olds applying to an undergraduate course this year is the second highest on
First rise in university applications for three years
Today, UCAS publishes analysis on applications for full-time undergraduate courses to UK universities
Rise in rate of 18 year olds applying for UK higher education
The demand for higher education from 18 year olds across the UK remains strong, according to figures
Two thirds of trainee teachers last year were women, UCAS' postgraduate teacher training report reveals
More than twice as many women (19,025) as men (8,775) were placed on postgraduate teacher training programmes
Record numbers of students accepted to UK universities and colleges this year, UCAS report shows
A total of 532,300 people entered UK higher education in 2015, an underlying increase of 3.1% (16,100)
New personal statement to help level the playing field for disadvantaged students
Personal statements are set to change, creating a level playing field for all applicants, UCAS has announced
Virtual work experience helping students gain job skills without leaving the house
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UCAS announces new initiatives to encourage students from low-income families to apply for university
A new package of support targeting students who might disregard university as an option for them, because
Highest number of students sharing disability and mental health conditions secure place at university
More students than ever before feel comfortable in sharing a disability or mental health condition when
Highest number ever of students accepted through Clearing
A record number of UK 18-year-olds have secured a place at university or college through Clearing, new
Welsh regional insights
Last week, UCAS published a new blog and accompanying factsheet looking at regional patterns of progression
Three in five do not pursue apprenticeships because they cannot find one, say UCAS and Sutton Trust
Creating more high-quality apprenticeships across the UK could help meet soaring demand while tackling
Growing demand for higher education could boost equality of access for the most disadvantaged students
A projected 30% increase in applicants by 2030 could open up significant opportunities for equality of
Record number of disadvantaged students accepted onto higher education courses in 2022
More students from the most disadvantaged backgrounds have secured university and college undergraduate
Record progression to higher education for exam-sitting students
This year, 19% more 18 year olds in the UK have gained a place at their firm or insurance choice compared
Record applications from disadvantaged students to higher education
Record numbers of disadvantaged students from across the UK are set to enter higher education this autumn,
Five things on my mind for Confirmation and Clearing 2022
By Clare Marchant, Chief Executive of UCAS.