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Medicine 2026 personal statement guide

If you want to join the medical world professionally, you’ll need more than a spoonful of experience and the right dose of research to write the perfect personal statement.

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We’ve been helping clients reach our audiences for almost 20 years, supporting 9 million students as they make decisions about their next steps. Whether you’re a HE provider, employer or commercial brand we can help you build awareness and make a real connection, whatever your size and ambition.

Mental health nurse

Mental health nurses build trusting relationships with their patients and provide vital support to people experiencing mental health problems, so they can lead happy and healthy lives.

Midwifery 2026 personal statement guide

Tell admissions tutors why you want to become a midwife, your existing insight into the role, and evidence the skills you have that midwives need. Add a bit of personality and you’ll ensure you stand out for a place on a midwifery course.

Modes of study

Full-time or part-time postgraduate courses, and which other study modes are available? Find out the pros and cons of each study mode.

Moving to and living in the UK

Most universities provide a range of activities to help you settle into UK life. Here are some tips about moving to and living in the UK.

Music 2026 personal statement guide

Whether your musical interests lie in performance or music history, think engaging, detailed and relevant to strike the right note with music admissions tutors.

Navigating school or college

Studying for exams, making choices about what to do next, and managing friendships and relationships means there’s a lot going on whilst you’re at school or college. It’s a transitional time in life – but you’re not alone. Use these resources to help you navigate your teenage career.

News and insights

Read the latest news and insight from UCAS covering progression across the full range of post-secondary destinations

Nursing 2026 personal statement guide

Qualifying as a nurse opens up a wide and diverse range of career paths. However, the selection criteria will be quite rigorous, so you’ll need to show you fit the bill.

Orthoptist

You’ll help improve the quality of people’s lives by treating eye disorders and spotting serious neurological conditions

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