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Going to uni is a great way to expand your knowledge, meet new people, and enjoy new experiences. Find out what it's all about, and decide if it's right for you.

Instead of taking A levels after school, Santina started her Level 3 apprenticeship at civil engineering company, Arup, aged 16. Here she speaks about her experience, including why she chose an apprenticeship, what makes a good apprentice, and how she manages working and studying at the same time.

Postgraduate courses can help you progress or change your career. Find out what the options are and how to apply.

Find out what you need to think about if you want to be self-employed or start your own business, and where to get more information.

What does your first payslip look like and what's included? Find out with this guidance provided by MoneyHelper.

Discover what the Hub has to offer for students exploring their next steps. Shine a light on the future.

We've worked with university and school coach, Clementine Wade, to create articles, videos, and email tips to help you understand results day and Clearing, and get to grips with what you should be doing when to best support your child through the process.

These are the terms and conditions for the #BelongAtUni competition.

With the cost of everything from a flat white to fruit and veg at an all-time high, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But there are things you can do to feel more in control of the situation. Here are 10 practical steps that can help.

You’re one of their biggest supporters – even if they don’t always say it. From handling Results Day emotions to offering the right kind of encouragement, here are 10 things they might be thinking (but not telling you).

These data cover applications, offers, and placed applicants by sex, area background, and ethnic group at 132 larger universities.

These data cover applications, offers, and placed applicants by sex, area background, and ethnic group at 133 larger universities.

These data cover applications, offers, and placed applicants by sex, area background, and ethnic group, at 132 larger universities.

Report exploring the student journey, from the point of initial choice, to further study and first employment.

Ready to make Clearing 2025 a success? We’re excited to share the essential insights and strategies that you and you're marketing, and recruitment teams need to succeed in 2025.

Every year, UCAS supports 1.5 million students to explore entering higher education, employment and apprenticeships.

Everything you need to prepare for the 2026 application cycle – all in one place.