How to write a CV
Your CV is an essential part of getting a job. It’s the first thing an employer or a recruiter will see of you, so you want to make a good impression.
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How to write a CV
Your CV is an essential part of getting a job. It’s the first thing an employer or a recruiter will see of you, so you want to make a good impression.
How to write a personal statement that works for multiple courses: 2026 entry
Communicating your passion for a subject in your personal statement is an art in itself – but what if you're applying to two (or more) very different courses with the same statement?
How to write a personal statement that works for multiple courses
Communicating your passion for a subject in your personal statement is an art in itself – but what if you're applying to two (or more) very different courses with the same statement?
How to write UCAS Conservatoires references
We take you through what you need to do if you've been asked to write an academic or practical reference for a UCAS Conservatoires applicant.
How to write UCAS Conservatoires references - 2026 entry
We take you through what you need to do if you've been asked to be a referee for a UCAS Conservatoires applicant.
If your undergraduate course is withdrawn
Occasionally, it's necessary for universities and colleges to withdraw courses after you've been made an offer, or even after you've accepted an offer.
In-cycle application data and support
Make full use of everything we offer to recruit students this cycle. Compare yourself to competitors and the sector as a whole, identify and understand untapped prospects, and even benchmark the diversity of your applicant pool against your chosen institutions. Many products and services are included in your capitation fee.
Increase awareness of your employer brand
Raise the profile of your brand for up-and-coming talent. Identify and engage your future apprentices, interns and graduate masterminds through unrivalled intelligence and high-impact marketing campaigns.
Increase workforce diversity and inclusion
Diversify your workforce to drive innovation and boost your reputation. Our unrivalled audience data and multichannel campaign services can help you understand and recruit talented students to meet your business goals.
Increase your undergraduate applications
We can help you increase your applications across the full 18-month conversion funnel, from initial research, right up until acceptance. From discovery brand awareness activities to pre- and post-application campaigns, as well as Clearing, we help universities and colleges drive their student recruitment to the students who would love to choose them.
Interview tips
Interviews and auditions help course tutors to compare applicants before deciding what offers to make. Get some advice here.
Job offers, contracts, and starting work
Great news, you’ve got that job! Here are some key things you need to know about now.
Join the UCAS Conservatoires scheme
Here you’ll find more information about UCAS Conservatoires, who can join the scheme, and how to do this.
Join the UCAS Undergraduate scheme
Find out about our undergraduate service to providers and members.
Key documents
Find key information from UCAS, including our corporate strategy, Annual Report, and End of Cycle Reports.
Know your rights!
Find out more information about your rights under consumer law, to help you make sure you are treated fairly during your undergraduate studies.
Launch a new product or service
Test and launch a new product or service for youth audiences. From customer intelligence and consultancy to multichannel campaign plans and execution – we help brands connect their newest inventions with the customers who'll love them.