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Here are some pros and cons of studying outside of the UK to get you started. It’s a good idea to create your own tables of pros and cons for each course, country, and study options you’re considering.

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.

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.

You may be surprised at the deep and vocal love people have for Glasgow, but linger a while and you will soon understand it is a very 'dear green place'.

Dig deep into what fascinates you about archaeology and what you hope to discover on a course like this.

Biology admissions tutors say it’s all about genuine passion, enthusiasm, and curiosity. The key to writing a successful biology personal statement is to show you understand what you're applying for, along with some evidence of your enthusiasm, and commitment to the subject.

With so many courses, and many similar ones available, it's important that you find out more about the course and the university or college before you start to shortlist your options.

Don’t rob yourself of the opportunity to argue your case for why you deserve a place on a competitive criminology course.

Go beyond teaching in your education personal statement, to really explain your passion and interest in how we learn, the role of education today, and how we can shape learning environments.

Whether you’re a fan of Chloe Gong, Cormac McCarthy, or Sally Rooney, get across your love of English literature and your passion for creative writing in a clear and concise personal statement.

Want to find out what it's like to do a placement abroad? Farah Hamdan went further afield than most people to follow her passion for conservation – read about her amazing experience in the Galapagos Islands.

Studying in the UK can bring a lot of challenges, with financial pressures being top of the list, but there is help available. Discover what financial options there are, how UK banking works, and about scholarships and bursaries.

This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges and supports the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify applicants who have been in receipt of free school meals (FSM). Here, we outline the common challenges for these students, share examples of good practice around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.

Administer the right measure of enthusiasm, curiosity, competence, and career aspirations for a compelling health personal statement.

Take a look at how courses are delivered, find out more about conservatoires, and compare them.

Facts about the International Baccalaureate: find out what's involved in studying the diploma programme and the career-related certificate.

If you’re unsure if your child is eligible for home or international fees, discuss this with the university or college.

Use our activities and tools to inspire your 14 – 16 year old students to think about their futures, understand their choices, and help them make the right decisions.

Activities to share with your students, to help them reflect on their skills and achievements, and start researching their future options.

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.