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Record acceptances for UK 18-year-olds as international growth flattens out
A record number of UK 18-year-olds have secured a place at university or college, close to a 3% rise on last year, new UCAS data shows.
Number of disadvantaged students getting a place at university hits record high
A record number of disadvantaged students have secured a place at university and college this year, according to new UCAS data released today.
Number of disadvantaged Scottish students getting a university place hits record high
A record number of Scottish 17 and 18-year-olds from the most disadvantaged backgrounds have secured a place at university or college this year.
Young adult carers motivated to study university courses that benefit society, UCAS report reveals
Thousands of young adult carers are choosing courses at university or college with a clear social or public benefit theme, a new UCAS report has found.
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 today.
Virtual work experience helping students gain job skills without leaving the house
Any student exploring their options through UCAS can now experience the world of work, anywhere and at anytime, thanks to UCAS' collaboration with careers platform Springpod.
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 of initial financial barriers or because they believe they will not achieve the entry requirements published by universities, has been announced today by UCAS.
UCAS Board Chair Trudy Norris-Grey steps down
UCAS Chair Trudy Norris-Grey has announced that she plans to step down from the role at the end of December 2024.
2024 sees more 18-year-olds apply for higher education
The number of UK 18-year-olds and international students applying for a place in higher education has slightly increased compared to last year.