Hospitality, leisure, and tourism personal statement guide
Give admissions tutors an insight into the kind of person you are, what experience you have, and your motivation to study hospitality, leisure, and tourism.
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Hospitality, leisure, and tourism personal statement guide
Give admissions tutors an insight into the kind of person you are, what experience you have, and your motivation to study hospitality, leisure, and tourism.
How to write your personal statement: 2026 entry onwards
Applying for university or college to start your studies from 2026 onwards? Find out more about the personal statement format and tips on what to include.
Mental health and wellbeing: University support
It’s important to know what mental health and wellbeing support is available to you during your studies – and how to access it.
Personal statement tips for international students: 2026 entry
Applying to study in the UK? Here's some tips for how to write your personal statement if you're an international student.
Physiotherapy, physiology, and pathology personal statement guide
Go beyond sport – and body parts – if you want to impress admissions tutors with your physiotherapy, physiology, and pathology personal statement.
Politics personal statement guide
Why do you want to study politics? Write a personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic if you want admissions tutors to vote for you.
Radiography and medical technology personal statement guide
Scan your own thoughts to get a clear picture of why you want to study radiography and medical technology, and why this subject is a good fit for you.
Scholarships, grants, and bursaries: EU and international students
With world renowned teaching, research, and facilities – as well as a rich historical and cultural heritage – UK is one of the most popular study destinations for international students from around the globe and hosts hundreds of thousands international students annually.
Students' unions
Students' unions put together social events, sports, and societies for a wide range of different hobbies and interests. Find out more here.
Support for disabled people taking apprenticeships
Being disabled shouldn’t limit your job or study choice, and apprenticeships can be a great route for you to get into your chosen career.
The UCAS International Podcast: Series Three
This series guides you through the essential decisions and actionable steps for your UK study journey – from discovering opportunities and submitting applications, to moving abroad and establishing yourself in unfamiliar surroundings.
What is university like?
Wondering what it’s really like to study at university? From taster days to student experiences and sample lectures, find out how you can get a flavour of university life – and if it’s the right next step for you.
Accommodation for apprentices
If you decide to do an apprenticeship, accommodation is something to consider if you’re going to live away from home. It’s important you make the right decision for you and your circumstances, so you feel comfortable and happy after coming home from work. We’ve outlined what you need to know to make an informed decision for you.
Accommodation for international students
Discover what your rights and responsibilities are when renting accommodation in the UK, as well as how much you could expect to pay and where to find the best accommodation.
Accounting and finance personal statement guide
Whether you want to work in corporate finance, or you just love numbers, get your enthusiasm for accounting and finance and your future aspirations across in your personal statement.
Adjusting to the UK as an international student
While studying overseas is a unique and exciting experience, it’s also normal to feel anxious about living in a new culture and organising a lot of different things. This guide runs through everything you need to know about adjusting to life as a student in the UK so you can focus on enjoying the amazing experience that lies ahead.
Agriculture and related sciences personal statement guide
Whether you want to work in farming, forestry or fishing, get across your interest and enthusiasm for the course, alongside some insights into the subject area.
Applying for a business apprenticeship
Do you want to build business knowledge while gaining hands-on experience? Whether you're looking at a career in business administration, operations, or marketing, apprenticeships are the perfect way to get your foot in the door with some of the biggest players in the market today. Here, we walk you through applying for a business apprenticeship, with top tips from employers about what they look for in an apprentice.
Applying for a healthcare apprenticeship
Are you interested in a career in healthcare? Whether you're looking at frontline dentistry, nursing, or a behind the scenes in the lab with science and medicine - an apprenticeship can help you get there, bringing practical experience together with academic qualifications, it could be the pathway for you.
Applying for a legal apprenticeship
Do you want to start a legal career among experienced professionals? Legal apprenticeships, including the six-year solicitor apprenticeship, are the perfect way to gain practical skills and real-world context on the route to becoming a qualified solicitor.