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Personal statements for 2026 entry onwards

For students applying to university for 2026 entry, the personal statement format will be changing. Here, we'll cover what exactly is changing, why the changes are happening, and how you can support students.

Postgraduate open days and events

Attending postgraduate open days before applying will give you plenty of time to make a confident, informed decision about the course that best suits your learning style, and meets your career aspirations.

Progression pathways

Watch our videos to find out about the new and non-traditional qualifications an increasing number of students are using to enter higher education.

Progression pathways 2017

Read our report and watch our videos to find out about full-time undergraduate degree pathways through higher education, including degree and higher level apprenticeships.

Reach new markets

With unrivalled student reach, choose how you want to engage and recruit.

Recruit new talent

We’ll share your vacancies directly with the world’s biggest talent pool of students and graduates. Our dedicated jobs board and precision-targeting campaigns enable employers to advertise and connect to innovative candidates who'd love to work for you.

References

Why you need a reference, who to choose as a referee, and how to add it to your application.

Reforming references for the 2024 cycle

We’ve worked with over 180 universities and colleges, 700 teachers and representative bodies, and nearly 15,000 students to build on the findings from the Reimagining UK Admissions report 2021.

Reports and insights

Here you'll find all the latest reports and insights from UCAS to help you understand the specific needs and motivations of young people trying to decide on their next steps.