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Professor Sir Gerry McCormac FRSE, FSA, FRSA, FHEA, Principal and Vice-Chancellor, University of Stirling

If you plan to study in the UK, you might be interested in what financial support is available to help you during your studies.

If you're undecided about uni or your plans have changed, there are other options after secondary education, such as apprenticeships, gap years, overseas study, and more. This page explains university alternatives.

Discover any information you might need to succeed in applying to UK institutions as an international student. Find advice on visas, English language skills, why you should study in the UK and what your qualifications will mean.

Thinking about studying in the UK can give international students a lot to consider. Here are answers to the most common questions.

UCAS has a wide range of information, resources and services to support international students, advisers and UK universities and colleges. This ranges from advice and guidance on the UK higher education admissions journey, to data dashboards and insights.

Discover everything you need to know as an international student planning to come to the UK. Whether you're coming for the first time, returning for postgraduate, or are still waiting to make a decision, our guidance below can help you prepare as best you can for life in the UK.

This guidance is for any advisers (school counsellors, agents, IECS etc.), and other centres based outside the UK, who advise potential undergraduate applicants to higher education (HE) courses in the UK.

Higher education (HE) courses don’t have to be studied at a university – there are more than 240 colleges in the UK that offer a range of higher education courses.

Join us for a series of discussions about the international student experience in the UK. Find out why current students chose the UK, how to budget effectively, and essential information on student life, future opportunities, and post-graduation options.

What is Clearing and Extra? How does it work, and can it help you? In this episode, Robbie and our guests discuss how to make the most out of your five options, how to navigate Clearing successfully, and what Extra means.

Robbie, Katy Friend, and Risper Okello explore how campus involvement can transform your university experience, from joining societies to trying new sports and building friendships through extracurricular activities.

Host Robbie, with guests Janet Woolnough and Damires Flores explore how UK universities prepare you for career success beyond graduation.

In this series, we're expanding the conversation beyond the student journey to include everyone involved in the UK study experience. Whether you're a student, a parent, or simply curious about what studying in different parts of the UK really looks like, there's something here for you.

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.

Discover how to navigate the UK student housing market, from on-campus halls to private rentals, with practical tips on securing the right accommodation for your budget and lifestyle.

In this episode our guests take you through everything you need to know before you make your choice about where to study. We discuss the UK as a study destination, the realities of choosing the UK and what it's actually like. This includes what the UK has to offer, the options available, and what it all actually looks like.