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Many universities and colleges have initiatives or support programmes in place for students who have been bereaved as a child.

As there is no systematic way of identifying children of prisoners in the UK, it is likely that you may not know who is a child of a prisoner in your cohort of students.

We support international counsellors, agents and advisers, as well as processing applications to hundreds of universities and colleges in the UK.

A carer is anyone who is responsible for providing unpaid care to a family member or friend who could not cope without their support.

Students can access a variety of support to manage their mental health and wellbeing in higher education - ranging from help with a specific condition through to ways they can look after their general wellbeing. Some students may be hesitant to tell their university, so we've worked with experts (including Student Minds and the University Mental Health Advisers' Network (UMHAN)) to explain the process of declaration to your students, and offer practical ways to help them manage the transition to independence. It's good to remember that other personal circumstances can create additional challenges and stress, so making sure students have the right support for their needs will offer them the best start to university.

UCAS has been working with the NHS since 2019 to attract new talent to its workforce through our extensive reach among young people, their parents, teachers, and careers advisers.

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.

Writing a personal statement is an important part of your child’s university application, and with the new format for 2026 entry, there’s a clear structure to follow. As a parent, guardian, or carer, your support can make a real difference. This page offers advice to help your child write a statement that reflects their experiences and goals, along with tips on what to avoid.

Target the right candidates for your apprenticeship recruitment

Find out about the qualifications, courses, and classroom experience needed to become a teacher.

If you’re thinking about undergraduate or postgraduate initial teacher training, you may be eligible for funding.

Here you will find the latest information on the transition work we are doing with the Department for Education.

It's always a great time to educate students on the pathway that combines education, experience and salary, all under one roof.

These are the terms of service which govern your ability to advertise your outreach opportunities for the purposes of widening access and participation in higher education on the UCAS Adviser Hub.

Everything you need to prepare for the 2025 application cycle – all in one place.