Support for carers taking apprenticeships
Here, we outline what you need to know if you have caring responsibilities and are interested in an apprenticeship.
Information and advice pages
Support for carers taking apprenticeships
Here, we outline what you need to know if you have caring responsibilities and are interested in an apprenticeship.
Support for mature students
Make sure you're best prepared to start your studies by making the most of the support available to you.
Support for students who have been bereaved as a child
Many universities and colleges have initiatives or support programmes in place for students who have been bereaved as a child.
Supporting care experienced students
Students who have spent time in care are entitled to support with going to university. Here are some practical ways in which you can support care experienced students research their options and prepare for their next step, which we have developed with experts such as the Care Leavers' Covenant, Become, the National Network for the Education of Care Leavers (NNECL) and Who Cares? Scotland.
Supporting young people in care with their Personal Education Plans (PEPs)
If you are supporting a young person’s Personal Education Plan (PEP), this guide suggests professional actions as they make their career and education choices – from Year 8 through to post-16 study. Content provided by Virtual School Sheffield.
Take the spotlight!
Showcase your talents and tell us what’s great about life at a conservatoire and you could win £2,500!
Ten ways to get the most out of work experience
Work experience is more than just something to stick on your CV. As student blogger Anna writes, it’s a great opportunity to prepare yourself for the working world – as long as you get stuck in.
The pros and cons of university
Thinking about your next steps and wondering whether uni is right for you? We cover the pros and cons to help you decide.
The UCAS Conservatoires application process
Everything you and your child needs to know is explained step-by-step, but here we’ll highlight the most important things to consider.
The UCAS Student Panel
Get involved, make an impact, and shape the future of student life. By joining the UCAS Student Panel, you’ll have the chance to share your experiences and opinions to help improve the journey for students like you.
Tips for international applications
This page shows you all the extra tips international applicants might need to know when making a UCAS undergraduate application.
Tips for international applications
This page gives you all the extra international tips for UK conservatoire applications.
Top ways to boost your job prospects while you’re at university
Preparing yourself for the world of work while you’re at uni needn’t be anything to worry about - much of it is simply about meeting new people and broadening your horizons.
Tracking your UCAS application
Once you've sent your application and received your welcome email, you can sign in at any time to see how it's progressing.
Types of undergraduate offers
Find out about the different decisions universities and colleges can make on your application.