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Escape Studios undergraduate open day (on campus, 10:30am start)
20th June 2026 • Undergraduate
London
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Clearing Open day ( On Campus ) : International Design Degrees in London with UK & French Dual Awards
17th June 2026 • Undergraduate, 16-18 Choices
London
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16th July 2026 • Virtual and digital, Undergraduate, 16-18 Choices
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Five support organisations that help international students
If you choose to study in the UK, you'll find that there's a lot of support available to help you at every stage of your student journey. Here are five of the best support organisations for international students studying in the UK.
What you need to know about studying outside of the UK
If you're considering studying in another country, you'll need to do your research first. These questions will help you decide if it's right for you.
International and EU students
Over 500,000 international students study in the UK every year. Find out about the benefits of UK study, how to apply, and how to get a visa.
The UCAS International Podcast: Series Four
In this series, we're expanding the conversation beyond the student journey to include everyone involved in the UK study experience. Whether you're a student, a parent, or simply curious about what studying in different parts of the UK really looks like, there's something here for you.
The UCAS International Podcast: Series Three
This series guides you through the essential decisions and actionable steps for your UK study journey – from discovering opportunities and submitting applications, to moving abroad and establishing yourself in unfamiliar surroundings.
UCAS for International
UCAS has been helping connect the world to UK Higher Education since 1992, supporting over one million international students to make their UK study dream a reality. As pressure on providers to improve the quality and diversity increases, and the local and global competition intensifies, UCAS is here to ensure you and your teams can deliver your international recruitment and admissions goals.
FAQs for international students
Thinking about studying in the UK can give international students a lot to consider. Here are answers to the most common questions.
How to open a UK bank account
As an international student one of the most important things you'll need to sort out is opening a UK bank account. This can sometimes be a lengthy and complicated process so here are the things you'll need to understand to get this off your to do list fast!
International
UCAS has a wide range of information, resources and services to support international students, advisers and UK universities and colleges. This ranges from advice and guidance on the UK higher education admissions journey, to data dashboards and insights.
Qualifications advice for international advisers
This guidance is for any advisers (school counsellors, agents, IECS etc.), and other centres based outside the UK, who advise potential undergraduate applicants to higher education (HE) courses in the UK.
The UCAS International Podcast: Series One
Join us for the first series of discussions about the international student experience in the UK. Find out why current students chose the UK, how to budget effectively, and essential information on student life, future opportunities, and post-graduation options.
The UCAS International Podcast: Series Two
This series tackles the key decisions and practical steps you'll need to take on your journey to studying in the UK – from exploring your options and applying, to relocating and finding your feet in a new country.
Opening a UK bank account
Sponsored video from Barclays about setting up a UK bank account if you are coming to study in the UK.
Duration: 02:0018 Apr 2025, 20:09
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
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
Children of prisoners: Forgotten, invisible, and HE needs to act
Students with imprisoned parents are a disadvantaged group who need support throughout their educational
12 Jul 2023, 08:53
Why it’s time for everyone to ‘think international’
With the 2023 update to UK Government’s International Education Strategy (IES) and UCAS projecting that
30 May 2023, 12:41
The influence of cost of living on student decision making
Jo Richards, our Senior Insight Lead, examines how the cost of living crisis will influence student decision
12 Apr 2023, 10:30
Student Lifestyle Report 2023 - The cost of living
On Wednesday 22nd March, we’re publishing the first chapter in our brand new Student Lifestyle Report
21 Mar 2023, 15:44
Students in Romania can ask an expert how to apply to university in the UK
Students in Bucharest, Romania thinking of applying to university in the UK can get answers from an expert
Looking ahead to 2025 undergraduate applications
The dates and deadlines for 2025 undergraduate applications are now available.
Report shows international students still view the UK as a study destination of choice, but say they need more support and guidance
Almost nine out of ten (88%) international students see the UK as a positive, or very positive, place
Rising popularity of creative arts among Chinese students can help maintain UK’s competitive global position
UK universities should take advantage of Chinese students’ rising interest in creative arts degrees to
The UK continues to be a top destination for study, with applications set to rise by almost 50% within five years
Students from across the globe still hold the UK’s universities and colleges in the highest regard, with
Record number of students accepted into their first choice of university
A record 395,770 students, up 8% from 365,500 in 2020, have a confirmed place on their first choice of
Record number of disadvantaged students off to university
Students are receiving their exam results this morning, and signing in to UCAS Track to see if their
Almost four in ten young people in England apply to university – a new record
Today, UCAS publishes an analysis of all full-time UCAS Undergraduate applications made by 30 June 2019
First rise in university applications for three years
Today, UCAS publishes analysis on applications for full-time undergraduate courses to UK universities
A record percentage of young people are off to university
Students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland receiving their exam results will find out today if