Applying to study outside of the UK
How to apply to study some, or all, of your undergraduate course outside the UK.
Information and advice pages
Applying to study outside of the UK
How to apply to study some, or all, of your undergraduate course outside the UK.
Balancing work and study
As long as it doesn’t take up too much study time, finding a part-time job is a great way to gain more money, less debt, and new skills for your CV.
Business and management studies 2026 personal statement guide
Admissions tutors explain the importance of reflecting on your business or management interests and demonstrating your motivation, skills, and enthusiasm in your personal statement.
Case studies: apprenticeships
Discover real-life stories from current apprentices, including how they landed the role and what day-to-day life as an apprentice is like.
Choosing a university for postgraduate study
Things to consider when choosing a university for postgraduate study include the size, location, reputation, rankings, and more.
Choosing what and where to study
Here are some tips and advice to help you decide what subject, course type, and course provider is right for you.
Choosing where and how to study as a mature student
There can be a lot to consider when choosing which university or college is right for you.
Choosing where to study or train
After GCSEs/National 5s, you could stay in school, go to a sixth form college, go to a further education (FE) college, or join a work-based training provider.
Distance learning and part-time study
Higher education courses can be studied in flexible ways. There are different study types, work combinations, and part-time options.
Drama and theatre studies 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you want to be writing plays or acting them out, admissions tutors are looking for evidence of your enthusiasm for drama and theatre studies that extends beyond the curriculum, and for your unique personality to come across in your personal statement.
EXACT case study: University of Chester
How the University of Chester uses data to punch above its weight.
EXACT case study: University of Sheffield
Solving strategic challenges: How the University of Sheffield uses EXACT.
Film studies 2026 personal statement guide
Direct your personal statement to success with a mixture of passion, knowledge, and know-how.
General visa and immigration information for studying outside of the UK
What you need to know about visas and immigration if you're going to study outside of the UK.
Got a subject you want to study?
Passionate about a specific subject? A UCAS Discovery event is the perfect place to explore your options.
How and where to study
There are many ways you can study, with different work combinations and locations, including distance or work-based learning, and more.
How can I decide what subjects to study?
Are you stuck choosing which subjects are right for you and your next steps? Don't panic – here's our guide to help.
International guides to studying in the UK
If you're thinking about studying in the UK, download our guide to higher education and UCAS applications.