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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.

Our detailed data resources are published at the end of each application cycle.

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.

Students will be able to upload documents to their application. Find out more about how this works, what you'll be able to see as advisers, who it's for, and what documents are accepted.

If you're applying for university or college to start your studies in the 2027 cycle, or are applying in the 2026 cycle after 30 June, find out more about uploading documents to your application.

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.

After GCSEs or National 5s, you could continue studying subjects you like, take vocational qualifications, an apprenticeship, or work or volunteer and study part-time.

Susie Whigham, Interim Chief Executive Officer, The Brilliant Club, examines the risks and opportunities for widening participation on the Journey to a Million.

Melody Stephen, Law with International Studies student at the University of Manchester 

Mike Nicholson, Director of Recruitment, Admissions and Participation, University of Cambridge.

Professor Sir Gerry McCormac FRSE, FSA, FRSA, FHEA, Principal and Vice-Chancellor, University of Stirling

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

Dr Jo Saxton, Chief regulator, Office for Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual).

Geoff Barton, General Secretary, The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)

Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, President and Vice-Chancellor and Professor April McMahon, Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students, University of Manchester

How we support widening access and participation through our products and services.

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If you have been asked to write a reference for an independent applicant who is not currently attending school or college, please read through the advice below before starting.