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What you need to know about UCAS applications ahead of the summer

If you’re new to supporting applicants, check out our top ten tips for the month ahead so you know what to prioritise for your students.

Exploring the future: How UCAS Discovery events support Gatsby Benchmarks

UCAS Discovery events are more than just higher education fairs. They're powerful experiences that support key Gatsby Benchmarks for good career guidance in schools and colleges.

Top tips for teachers: Supporting students with stand-out CVs

As a celebrated professional CV writer and registered Career Development Practitioner, Debbie Dymock works in schools, FE and HE institutions, building knowledge and confidence in modern techniques that give candidates the visibility they need.

Get ahead of the new DfE guidance – five tips for careers leaders

Careers Specialist Caroline Green RCDP shares her top tips on navigating the latest Department for Education (DfE) guidance for supporting careers in the curriculum.

April and May newsletters

View and download the latest newsletters for UCAS advisers and access the monthly webinar.

How to elevate your options and HE days in school or college

Careers specialist Caroline Green RCDP shares expert advice on elevating career events, turning them from routine calendar fixtures into dynamic, student-centred experiences that truly inform and inspire.

Maximising work experience part 2

Following on from his last blog, James Wilmot, Director of Careers at The Priory Learning Trust shares his expert advice on how to effectively plan, engage stakeholders, and ensure every student benefits from a meaningful work experience placement.

Supporting students through the recruitment process

Advisers play a key role in helping students make a positive first impression with recruiters and HR professionals. As students enter the world of work, it’s important they understand what employers are looking for. This month, careers specialist Caroline Green RCDP shares five essential areas to focus on when advising students.

Five tips to ace your adviser portal 2026 set-up

Each year, UCAS rolls over your centre’s details — staff, groups, referees, and qualifications. But to kick-off the new cycle right, a thorough review and update are essential.

March newsletters

View and download the latest newsletters for UCAS advisers and access the monthly webinar.

Maximising work experience

James Wilmot, Director of Careers at The Priory Learning Trust, shares his expert advice on how to effectively plan, engage stakeholders, and ensure every student benefits from a meaningful work experience placement.

Career management: A guide for your students

Careers Adviser Caroline Green RCDP, shares her advice when supporting your students to prepare for a rapidly changing workplace.

The Annual Teacher and Adviser Conference 2025 round-up

Earlier this week over 550 educators and advisers joined us in Birmingham, for two days of insightful discussions and professional development.

February newsletters

View and download the latest newsletters for UCAS advisers and access the monthly webinar.

Preparing students for the modern workplace

Caroline Green, Careers Adviser and founder of the Talent Cycle.

Breaking down the barriers: How schools can champion apprenticeships

By Siobhan Williams – previously an Employability and Progression Coordinator at a technical college and now a Business Engagement Manager at UCAS.

January newsletters

View and download the latest newsletters for UCAS advisers and access the monthly webinar.