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We use quite a few terms in the application process. We’ve explained them all here, if you need to check what any mean.

Each course, and most universities and colleges, have different requirements – usually a mix of qualifications, subjects, or exam grades. Learn more about them here.

Undergraduate degree courses offer many benefits. Find out about university courses and get started with help from UCAS.

If you have ever served as a Regular or Reservist in the UK Armed Forces, or remain a Reservist, you may find there are unique challenges involved in applying to university or college.

If you're getting bogged down in all the university lingo, this guide should help you get to grips with what all the terms mean.

The competition is tough for aspiring vets – so along with good grades, you'll need an impressive personal statement that sets you apart from the crowd.

Jennifer Coupland, Chief Executive Officer, Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

Dr Diana Beech, Chief Executive Officer, London Higher

Ben Jordan, Head of Policy at UCAS examines what the Journey to a Million means for supporting disadvantaged students in their progression.

Chris Hale, writing in his former role as Director of Policy, Universities UK (UUK).

Ginny Page, Director of Education Programmes, Gatsby Foundation

Andy Forbes, Head of Development at the Lifelong Education Commission and Apprenticeship Champion for UCAS

Alison Train, Assistant Director, Lothians Equal Access Programme for Schools (LEAPS) examines what the Journey to a Million means for widening access in Scotland?

Clearing is how unis and colleges fill places they still have on courses - over 30,000 courses in fact. If you’re applying through Clearing, find out what to do, and how to apply.

If you want to study in the UK and English isn’t your first language, you may be required to take an English language test. Here's how to prepare and excel in meeting UK university entry requirements.