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

David Hughes CBE, Chief Executive, Association of Colleges (AOC)

Dr Katie Petty-Saphon, Chief Executive, Medical Schools Council (MSC)

Heather Cousins, Deputy Secretary, Skills and Education Group in the Department for the Economy examines what increased competition means for student progression in Northern Ireland.

Jeremy Miles MS, Welsh Minister for Education and Welsh Language examines what increased competition means for student progression in Wales.

Nicola Dandridge, Professor of Higher Education Policy, University of Bristol.

Lots of students decide to live at home rather than moving into university or college accommodation. Just because you’re not in halls doesn’t mean you’ll have any less of a student experience though.

Distance learning allows you to pursue a degree, by studying in your own time, rather than on campus. Learn more about this alternative, including who offers it, and whether employers recognise it.

Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is a grant you don’t need to repay.

UK universities provide their students with a wide range of support before, during, and after they've completed their studies.

Universities and colleges put on a week of activities at the start of term for new students, known as Welcome Week or Freshers’ Week.

Find out what each type of postgraduate qualification involves, what the entry requirements are, how much it might cost, and where to find out more.

If you're considering studying in another country, you'll need to do your research first. These questions will help you decide if it's right for you.

Find out how you can best support your child as they transition to university or college and discover their independence.

Discover whether distance learning is the right path for you, plus who offers distance learning degrees in the UK, and what subjects you can study.

Over 45% of international students in the UK are here to complete a postgraduate degree, because it has some of the world’s top-ranking universities, leading the way in pioneering research and academic studies. This page explains the postgraduate options available, how to apply, and some of the benefits of studying in the UK.

Here are some of the best reasons for you to study in the UK.

If you're applying to start university and you're 21+, you're considered a mature student. Your background and experience may be different to those students who apply straight from school or college, so we've got some guidance on how to write your personal statement.

A degree in zoology opens up numerous career options working with or studying animals, or could be a stepping stone into a graduate veterinary medicine course. If it's your degree of choice, here are some personal statement pointers.

An Advanced Learner Loan helps with the costs of further education courses. Content provided by Student Finance England.