About UCAS Card

What is UCAS Card?

If you are in Year 12, S5 or equivalent, and thinking of going into higher education, then the UCAS Card is for you.

Having a UCAS Card will allow you to access to information about higher education as well as individual universities and colleges. It will also help you explore your options and ensure you make the choice that's right for you.

Not only that, but having a UCAS Card will give you discounts at major retailers and well-known names, special offers and competitions, plus access to games, news, music, film reviews and the UCAS Card forums.

UCAS Card is free to all Year 12, S5 and equivalent students.

The UCAS Card scheme is currently only available to students in the UK.

By registering for a UCAS Card, you will receive the following.

Monthly Emails with Hints and Tips

UCAS monthly email bulletins provide useful hints and tips to keep you on track with your UCAS application and research into student life. They cover topics such as guidance on completing the UCAS application, the personal statement; choosing courses, interview tips, gap year research, living away from home and life as a student. We will also publish this information on the UCAS Card website.

Information from Institutions

Information from universities and colleges can be sent to you about the courses you are interested in. You supply details of these subjects when you register for your UCAS Card. This information can be updated throughout the year.

UCAS Card Website

The UCAS Card website provides study and revision resources, a UCAS application timetable, finance information, an insight into student life, sections on games, music and film reviews, newsfeeds and competitions. You can also keep your personal details and higher education choices up-to-date.

UCAS Card Forums

On registration, you will gain immediate access to the forums allowing you to chat to other students about a range of subjects helping you make new friends before going to university. The forums also offer you the chance to speak to universities themselves about university life.

Discount on Publications

UCAS Card holders can claim a 10% discount off all publications ordered from UCAS.

Personalised Card

You will be sent your own personalised UCAS Card to your UK home address, providing access to discounts, special offers and competitions from top brands.

Special Offers by Email

We will send you time-limited offers throughout the year from leading brands. Simply remember to provide us with your email address and opt-in to receive emails so you don't miss out!

How do I get a UCAS Card?

Simply register online at www.ucas.com/ucascard. You will need to ask your school/college UCAS adviser for your UCAS school/college number.

Alternatively, call 0871 468 0471, to obtain your UCAS school or college number.

For further information, please call 0871 468 0471.

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