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2074Courses

27Apprenticeships

1Uni or college

4Scholarships

2Ambassadors

10Spotlights

16Work experiences

0Subject guides

61Location guides

109Open days & events

22FAQs

669Info & advice pages

2Statement guides

5Industry guides

13Employers

27Videos

145Blog posts

252News articles

0Documents

2074 Courses

Architecture (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
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BA (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Biochemistry (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
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BSc (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Biology (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
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BSc (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Biomedicine (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
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BSc (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Computing (Placement Year)
University of Worcester
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BSc (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Criminology (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
Main Site
BA (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Design (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
Main Site
BA (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Geography (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
Main Site
BA (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Geography (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
Main Site
BSc (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
History (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
Main Site
BA (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Law (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
Main Site
LLB (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
Linguistics (Placement Year)
Lancaster University
Main Site
BA (Hons) · 4 years · Full-time · September 2026
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1 University or college

London Contemporary Dance School
London

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Malika
University of Reading
BA Archaeology with Professional Placement Year
Hi! I am Malika, a final year international student at the University of Reading. I am happy to help a fellow international student with any questions you might have about my university experience
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Courtney
King's College London
International Peace and Security
I’m a seaside town turned city gal, after first studying BA History, Politics and International Relations with a Year Abroad (in Canada 🍁) who loves sports, the outdoors (especially the coast! ⛱️) and a good book. My future career dreams are of life in the Reserves and MoD 👩‍🏫
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10 Subject Spotlights

UCAS Media Service

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And Breathe: The Respiratory System Explained
with Charlotte Anderson from the University of Sunderland
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Understanding Depression
with Rob Williams from UWE Bristol (University of the West of England)
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Sustainable Engineering: Saving Planet Earth
with Dave Knapton from the University of Sunderland
Biomedical Science - It’s In Our Blood
with Paul Roberts from the University of Chester
Comparative Politics: Can Political Systems Be Perfect?
with Elizabeth Monaghan from the University of Hull
Designing Our Future: The Importance Of Sustainable Architecture
with Dr Tulika Gadakari from Coventry University
Lighting Your Way To A Future In Social Media.
with Georgiana Ghetiu from the University of Salford
ODPs: The Frontline Of Healthcare
with Ben Woodrow-Hirst from the University of Staffordshire
The Power Of Data Science: AI, Ethics And The Future.
with Dr Jacqueline Campbell from Leeds Beckett University
Keeping The World Cyber-Secure: The Role Of Computer Science Within Cybersecurity
with Terry Richards from Coventry University

16 Virtual work experiences

UCAS Media Service

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Defy the limits with Amazon: Future Careers Experience
Digital, IT and Computing
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Amazon
Available 22/05/2026 - 31/03/2027
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Build the future with Thales: Virtual Work Experience
Engineering
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Thales
Available 21/03/2026 - 21/03/2027
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Environment Agency Opportunities - Your Environment, Your Career
Agricultural & Environmental
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Environment Agency
Available 16/06/2025 - 28/02/2028
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Decarbonise and Transform: Sustainable Energy Work Experience with Drax
Energy & Utilities
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Drax
Available 27/10/2025 - 30/06/2026
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Retail Work Experience with ASDA
Retail
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Asda
Available 11/06/2026 - 11/06/2027
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Accountancy Work Experience with BDO
Accounting, Banking & Finance
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at BDO
Available 11/04/2026 - 11/04/2027
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Discover wagamama Early Careers: Hospitality Work Experience
Hospitality, Catering & Events
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Wagamama
Available 16/03/2026 - 06/02/2027
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Publishing Work Experience with Hachette UK
Publishing & Journalism
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Hachette UK
Available 08/07/2025 - 30/07/2026
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Work Experience in Pharmacy - North East, North Cumbria & Yorkshire
Healthcare & Medicine
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at NHS England (North East, North Cumbria and Yorkshire)
Available 09/09/2024 - 31/07/2026
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Explore Sustainable Careers in Forestry: Virtual Experience
Agricultural & Environmental
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Institute of Chartered Foresters
Available 27/04/2026 - 23/04/2027
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Amazon: Beyond The Code AI & Computer Science
Digital, IT and Computing
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Amazon
Available 04/06/2026 - 31/03/2027
Start now
Empowering Energy Futures: Virtual Work Experience with Siemens
Energy & Utilities
This programme will explore an array of career opportunities available at Siemens Energy
Available 16/03/2026 - 14/01/2027
Start now
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4 Scholarships, bursaries & grants

Aston Placement Scholarship
Funding application deadline:01 Nov 2028
Aston University, Birmingham
£1,250
Professional Placement Year Bursary
Funding application deadline:30 Jun 2026
Bath Spa University
£500.00 to £1,500.00
Employability Work Placement Scholarship
Funding application deadline:16 Oct 2026
University Centre Weston
£500.00
Earth and Planetary Sciences Enabling Fund
Funding application deadline:None
Birkbeck, University of London
Awards will usually be limited to £500

61 Location guides

East of England
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England
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North West
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Scotland
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South East
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South West
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Aberdeen
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Aberystwyth
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Bangor
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Bath
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Belfast
Region Guide
Birmingham
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109 Open days and events

Employability at Bath: placements, internships, study abroad and more
24th June 2026 • Virtual and digital
Bath
Employability at Bath: placements, internships, study abroad and more
29th October 2026 • Virtual and digital
Bath
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Aberystwyth University Open Day - July 4 2026
4th July 2026 • Undergraduate
Aberystwyth
Royal Veterinary College, University of London - Scholars Programme
4th September 2025 • Undergraduate
London
University Centre Reaseheath - Open Day
13th June 2026 • Undergraduate
Nantwich
Lincoln College University Centre - Open Day Event 13 June 2026
13th June 2026 • Undergraduate
Lincoln
Ayr Campus Summer Open Day
13th June 2026 • Undergraduate
Ayr
Liverpool Open Day at ICMP – June 2026
13th June 2026 • Undergraduate
Liverpool
Dumfries Campus Summer Open Day
18th June 2026 • Undergraduate
Dumfries
Health Sciences University - Bournemouth open day event
20th June 2026 • Virtual and digital, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Apprenticeships
Bournemouth
London Open Day at ICMP – June 2026
20th June 2026 • Undergraduate
London
University of Wolverhampton - Undergraduate and Postgraduate Open Day
4th July 2026 • Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Teacher Training
Wolverhampton
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22 FAQs

If I accept a place in Extra, can I decline it and go into Clearing later?
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If I’m offered a place through Extra, do I have to accept it as my firm choice, or can …
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Will all the universities have places available in Extra for all their courses?
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Can I apply to conservatoires through Clearing?
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Can I give this information later on, after I have sent my application or received an offer?
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Can I still state that I am a carer if I won’t provide as much/any care during term time?
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How will I know I'm in Clearing?
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I don’t want my firm choice, can I use Clearing?
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I made an error when replying to my offers. Is it possible to change my replies?
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I only made four choices because I applied for medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or veterinary science courses, and I’ve …
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I’m worried about sharing details of a mental health condition – will telling the university or college really help …
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If I tell the university or college about an impairment or condition, will it affect their decision on my …
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669 Information and advice pages

CF Decline My Place Good Practice and FAQs
Discover good practice and FAQs for CF Decline My Place, the new process which allows students to request a release from their place via UCAS in order to enter Clearing.
Decline My Place 2025
Discover the motivations, triggers, and decision-making pathways behind Decline My Place behaviour among 2025 entry students.
Declining your firm place
If you no longer want to go to your firm choice, you can use the ‘Decline my place’ option in your application.
Farah's environmental management placement in the Galapagos
Want to find out what it's like to do a placement abroad? Farah Hamdan went further afield than most people to follow her passion for conservation – read about her amazing experience in the Galapagos Islands.
Finding Their Place: Higher education edition
Going to university or college is a major milestone for students and their families, marking a time of change, excitement, and new independence. We’ve gathered both qualitative and quantitative insights to understand what they really need from their institutions during this pivotal time.
Helping students find worthwhile work experience placements
It’s not always easy to secure work experience placements, but it is worth the effort, and it pays to start from as early as Year 9. Here’s how to ensure their placement is worthwhile, suitable, and gives them something useful to take away at the end.
New 2025 Report: Finding Their Place
Register your place at the Student Mindset Conference: Spring edition
Scholarships, grants, and bursaries: Funding a placement abroad
Completing a study or work placement abroad can be a life-changing experience, and give you an impressive edge over other graduates. Learn about travel grants, funding schemes like the Turing scheme, and where to find scholarships and bursaries.
Still waiting for your place to be confirmed?
After you’ve received your results, there could be a number of reasons why your place hasn't been confirmed yet.
Student Mindset Conference – reserve your place
The practical next steps after your child accepts a university place
The hard work has paid off, results are in the bag, and your child has secured a place. Now what?
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2 Personal statement guides

5 Industry guides

27 Videos

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science at the University of Hertfordshire
Our courses are designed with employers and industry experts, meaning we place a strong emphasis on patient
Duration: 02:0118 Apr 2025, 20:09
UCAS Teacher Training - preparing for interviews
This video was updated in 2019. The majority of interviews are now taking place online, but lots of the
Duration: 03:4718 Apr 2025, 20:09
What's your advice for those studying non-traditional courses?
The right processes are being put in place so these students are able to progress at the same time as
Duration: 01:1818 Apr 2025, 20:09
USW in a year
The University of South Wales has places available for September. Give us a call to see if you can join
Duration: 01:0318 Apr 2025, 20:09
University of Southampton - the City of Southampton
The international maritime city of Southampton is a vibrant, exciting place to live and study.
Duration: 02:5818 Apr 2025, 20:09
Budget Lodging Tours - TrekAmerica with a roof over your head
We’ll show you America’s big highlights from bustling cities to jaw-dropping national parks, and incredible
Duration: 01:2918 Apr 2025, 20:09
Insight: best campus spots
Adam tells us his go-to places on campus.
Duration: 00:1318 Apr 2025, 20:09
Placements
Laura found that her placement has been the best thing about her course.
Duration: 00:1818 Apr 2025, 20:09
Using student discount
Holly tells us the places where she uses her student discount.
Duration: 00:2318 Apr 2025, 20:09
TrekAmerica - camping, but not as you know it
We’ll show you America’s big highlights from bustling cities to jaw-dropping national parks, and incredible
Duration: 01:4918 Apr 2025, 20:09
Vox-pop: placements and the future
Sandwich-year student, Telma talks to us about her plans for the near future and where she can find help
Duration: 00:4318 Apr 2025, 20:09
Chester Life, University of Chester
A two-minute journey around some of Chester's 'must-see' social and cultural places.
Duration: 01:5818 Apr 2025, 20:09
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145 Blog posts

Five ways to reach applicants at the moments that matter most in Clearing
6 May 2026, 13:09
From vague to valuable: What students really think about course descriptions and what to do about it
5 May 2026, 13:51
Why do employers need to engage with young people earlier to secure future talent?
What UCAS research reveals about employability and early employer engagement
27 Apr 2026, 12:12
Why speak to a careers adviser as a disabled student?
25 Mar 2026, 08:26
Decline My Place: Timing, influence, and what it means for your Clearing plans
6 Jan 2026, 09:33
The new era of Clearing: What it means for universities
11 Mar 2025, 11:25
Bright, bold, and instinctive
The next generation of international students
4 Dec 2024, 15:41
What do we know about progression for the second cohort of students with T Levels?
The 2023 cycle marked the second year that students in England with T Levels used the skills and knowledge
8 Feb 2024, 08:56
Finding balance: Understanding the shifting priorities of Gen Z in higher education and career aspirations
5 Dec 2023, 11:24
A journey of diversity: From Romania to UCAS via the University of Worcester
In 2011, I embarked on a life-changing adventure: I was going to leave Romania to become an international
16 Nov 2023, 13:18
Driving aspiration, empowering confidence, and informing decisions
A whistlestop tour of our Project Next Generation Themes Report
7 Nov 2023, 08:17
The shifting sands of student tech: What they’re buying, how they’re using it – and what this means for brands
One of the most interesting student tech tales lies, surprisingly, in the tablet. What started out life
19 Oct 2023, 08:11
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252 News articles

Record number of Scottish young people placed at university or college via UCAS
A record number of Scottish young people have been accepted at university or college this year, new UCAS
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
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
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
79% of UK 18-year-old applicants receiving results gain place at first choice university
As hundreds of thousands of students across the UK receive their exam results, new UCAS figures show
Nearly three-quarters of young Scottish students gain first choice university place
New UCAS figures show nearly three-quarters of young Scottish students have been accepted by their firm
More high achieving students secure competitive university places
For the first time, more than 100,000 UK 18 year olds were accepted onto courses at the most competitive
More disadvantaged students than ever have a place at university
Scottish students celebrate as university places are confirmed
Students across Scotland are receiving their exam results and seeing their university places confirmed
Students celebrate as university places are confirmed
UCAS congratulates the 416,310 students who have been accepted at UK universities and colleges so far
Over 28,000 Scottish applicants placed in higher education through UCAS; up 5% on results day last year
As of midnight, 28,300 Scottish applicants have been accepted to higher education so far this year; an
Placed applicants by SIMD categories for providers in Scotland
The following data reports placed applicants from Scotland to providers in Scotland by SIMD for a subset
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