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The UCAS International Podcast: Moving to the UK

Robbie, along with our guests, discuss essential first steps for international students arriving in the UK, covering immediate priorities like accommodation, bank accounts, and NHS registration.

The UCAS International Podcast: Settling in and culture shocks

Adapting to life in a new country comes with unexpected challenges and moments of growth. Discover what culture shock really feels like, how to navigate unfamiliar social norms, and practical ways to find your community while embracing student life in the UK.

Becoming a UCAS centre

Schools, colleges, advisers or agents can become registered UCAS centres and get unique access to their students' higher education applications.

Career support at university

University is a critical time for developing your future career. As an international student in the UK, you can access a wealth of support from your university and their dedicated careers teams. You’ll be able to get help on everything from improving your job application process, finding work experience while you’re studying, or getting a graduate role in your chosen industry.

Getting started

Information for advisers on how to support your students in making a UCAS application and moving into higher education.

Training to support you

Versatile training options – online, face-to-face, or personalised – available at a time and place that suits you. Whether you're familiar with UCAS or brand new to our tools and support, we know how important it is that every teacher and adviser feels confident guiding students through their higher education options. We have a range of training and support to suit you.

Document Management - provider guidance

Applicants will be able to upload supporting information to their application using Document Management. Learn more about how this works and the type of documents that are accepted.

Filling in your UCAS application

Don’t leave applying until the last minute as there’s quite a bit to do – but you don’t need to complete the application all at once. Read our advice below to help you through the application process, step by step.

Groups and forums

Your opinion matters. Stay up to date with the latest discussions and actions taken by our groups and forums and find out how to get involved and have your say.