Agriculture and related sciences 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you want to work in farming, forestry or fishing, get across your interest and enthusiasm for the course, alongside some insights into the subject area.
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Agriculture and related sciences 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you want to work in farming, forestry or fishing, get across your interest and enthusiasm for the course, alongside some insights into the subject area.
Applying for an apprenticeship: What your students need to know
Find out how you can support your students to apply for a work-based option.
Applying to study outside of the UK
How to apply to study some, or all, of your undergraduate course outside the UK.
Applying to university as an international student
Discover any information you might need to succeed in applying to UK institutions as an international student. Find advice on visas, English language skills, why you should study in the UK and what your qualifications will mean.
Applying to university if you are experiencing estrangement
Here you’ll find everything you need to know about making an application to a university or college higher education course as a student not supported by either of their parents (known as 'estranged').
Archaeology 2026 personal statement guide
Dig deep into what fascinates you about archaeology and what you hope to discover on a course like this.
Azrah, Level 6 clinical trials specialist degree apprentice
Azrah Bashir is in her second year of a clinical trials specialist degree apprenticeship at HMR London (Hammersmith Medicines Research); a company specialising in phase 1 and early phase 2 clinical trials. At the end of her five-year course she will get a BSc Applied Bioscience degree from the University of Kent.
Building and construction 2026 personal statement guide
The built environment encompasses lots of courses and professions, so outline your reasons for wanting to study the particular building and construction course you’re applying for, and what fascinates you about buildings and how they’re made.
Chemistry 2026 personal statement guide
Want to find the right formula for a chemistry personal statement that will achieve the reaction you're hoping for? The two key elements are passion and personal – here's how to get the right mix.
Childcare Grants for full-time students
Find out if you're eligible to receive a Childcare Grant (CCG), and how to apply for it. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Classroom resources
Resources to help you help your students search for courses and decide what to do, including lesson plans, and websites and services for schools.
Clearing 2015 update
As part of Clearing 2015, we’re launching an additional service to applicants – designed to help those who find themselves without a university or HE college place on A level results day.
Collection Tool
UCAS' Collection Tool is your portal to manage and promote your courses to your market all in one place. You can also manage applications by setting vacancy statuses and eligibility criteria.
Conservatoire audition and application fees
Find more information about conservatoire audition/assessment fees and how to pay for them.
Contextual admissions
Some students face additional challenges during their education which may impact their results. Universities recognise these challenges, and can make adjustments through ‘contextual admissions’. Find out more about what this is, who is eligible, and how you qualify.
Criminal convictions – what you need to know
Higher education is an option considered by many people with previous criminal convictions. Depending on the course you want to study, you may have to disclose your criminal record.
Criminology 2026 personal statement guide
Don’t rob yourself of the opportunity to argue your case for why you deserve a place on a competitive criminology course.
Dentistry 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you’re good with people or you’re looking for high job satisfaction, find out how to stand out in a competitive field. You’ll need to demonstrate your ‘motivation and commitment to a career in dentistry’, and make sure you tailor your statement to the dental school you’re applying to.
Dependants' grants for full-time students
If you have children or an adult dependent, and you want to study a full-time undergraduate course or an Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme, you may be able to get extra help. Content provided by Student Finance England.