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Groups and forums

We like to keep providers informed about the latest discussions and actions taken by our groups and forums.

Our advisory groups and nation policy groups

Our groups and forums support the smooth running of core UCAS services and help with the planning and implementation of changes to enhance services, or to comply with legal or regulatory developments.

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Adviser Advisory Group

The Adviser Advisory Group represents the advisers, schools and colleges sector in dialogue with UCAS, focusing on the impact of current and future products, systems and services in the pre-HE sector.

Chair: David Ruck, Bristol Grammar School

 Adviser Advisory Group - Terms of Reference (47.42 KB) 

Adviser Advisor Group Membership.pdf (204.8 KB)

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Provider Advisory Group

The Provider Advisory Group provides UCAS with a robust and representative voice of its members, to challenge consultation with the sector, and to advise and make recommendations to UCAS on proposed changes to products and services.

Chair: Claire Pryke, University of Bradford

Provider Advisory Group Terms of Reference (47.75 KB)

Provider Advisor Group Membership.pdf (216.3 KB)

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Conservatoire Advisory Group

This Group supports the UCAS Conservatoires Advisory Group in reviewing products and services.

Chair: Catherine Jury, Royal Academy of Music

 Terms of Reference

Conservatoire User Group Membership - June 24.pdf (204.55 KB)

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HE Marketing Services Advisory Group

The HE Marketing Services Advisory Group works in partnership with UCAS to improve and extend our products and services, to advise and make recommendations and represent the views of the sector and UCAS’ marketing services customers. 

Chair: Melissa Nurcombe, University of York

 HE Marketing Services Advisory Group Terms of Reference (47.24 KB)

HE Marketing Services Advisor Group Membership.pdf (193.26 KB)

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International Advisory Group

The International Advisory Group (IAG) is a non-governing group created to advise and guide our strategic international development.

Chair: Jane Dunn, Aston University

International Advisory Group Terms of Reference.pdf (36.24 KB)

International Advisor Group Membership.pdf (196.2 KB)

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Apprenticeship Advisory Group

The Apprenticeship Advisory Group provides UCAS with a robust and representative voice on the subject of apprenticeships, which includes key stakeholders, providers, training providers, and employers.

Chair: Nicki Hay, BPP Education Group

 Apprenticeship Advisory Group - Terms of Reference (58.35 KB)

Apprenticeship Advisory Group Membership.pdf (203.8 KB)

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Qualifications Advisory Group

The Qualifications Advisory Group provides strategic and expert advice to UCAS in relation to qualifications, learner progression and the UCAS Tariff.

Chair: Joanna Brown, Milon Keynes College

 Qualifications Advisory Group Terms of Reference (44.17 KB)

Qualifications Advisory Group membership - Feb 24.pdf (301.56 KB)

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Student Advisory Group

The Student Advisory Group provides UCAS with a robust and representative voice. The group consults with the sector, advising and making recommendations to UCAS on the future of UCAS’ products and services.

 Student Advisory Group Terms of Reference (44.09 KB)

Student Advisory Group Membership - June 24.pdf (182.11 KB)

 

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Technology Group

Represents university and college interests in respect of technical aspects of UCAS admissions products, systems and services, and to ensure that any changes are anticipated and adequately communicated to institutions and their third-party software suppliers.

Chair: Nicola Rossall, University of Nottingham

Technology Advisory Group Terms of Reference.pdf (51.24 KB)

Technology Advisor Group Membership.pdf (194.99 KB)

 

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International Admissions Development Group (IADG)

The International Admissions Development Group (IADG) provides a forum to gather and test ideas, hear feedback, and give updates on current and future developments related to international undergraduate admissions.

Chair: TBC

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UCAS Media Advisory Group

The UCAS Media Advisory Group supports UCAS Media in its commitment to operate ethically, demonstrate integrity, and act responsibly to its student customers (learners) and wider stakeholders.

Chair: TBC

 UCAS Media Advisory Group Terms of Reference (42.06 KB)

UCAS Media Advisory Group Membership - Nov 23.pdf (295.67 KB)

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Groups and forums calendar

Here you'll find the groups and forums meeting dates and venues.

Groups and forums calendar

Nation Policy Groups

English Policy Group

The English Policy Group influences and inform UCAS’ policy positions through a fully representative, nation-specific lens.

Chair: Brian Lutchmiah, University of Law

 English Policy Group Terms of Reference (43.13 KB)

English Policy Group Membership.pdf (203.48 KB)

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Scottish Policy Group

The Scottish Policy Group influences and inform UCAS’ policy positions in Scotland. 

Chair: Forbes Maginnis, Levenmouth Academy

 Scottish Policy Group Terms of Reference (44.41 KB)

Scottish Policy Group Membership.pdf (199.89 KB)

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Welsh Policy Group

The Welsh Policy Group focuses on the prorities and strategic response to Welsh education policies. 

Chair: Steven Minney, Swansea University

 Welsh Policy Group Terms of Reference (43.32 KB)

Welsh Policy Group Membership.pdf (204.11 KB)

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Northern Irish Policy Group

The Northern Irish Policy Group provides an opportunity to repsons and discuss matters in Norther Irish education. 

Chair: David Cunningham, Royal School Armagh

 Northern Irish Policy Group Terms of Reference (42.97 KB)

NI Policy Group Membership - June 24.pdf (296.95 KB)

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Advisory and policy groups' summary report

The following report provides a high level summary of discussions covered during UCAS’ advisory and standing group meetings, pulling together the key themes. Full minutes from all meetings are available on each group's web page.

More information

You can find out more about UCAS' groups and forums, and read past minutes and papers in the password-protected providers' section of ucas.com.

You can also email us for more information at groupsandforums@ucas.ac.uk.

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