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Communicating your passion for a subject in your personal statement is an art in itself – but what if you're applying to two (or more) very different courses with the same statement?

The personal statement is your opportunity to talk about you, and why you want to enrol on a particular course. You should describe the ambitions, skills, and experience that’ll make you suitable for the course.

The personal statement is your opportunity to talk about you, and why you want to enrol on a particular course. You should describe the ambitions, skills, and experience that’ll make you suitable for the course.

We take you through what you need to do if you've been asked to write an academic or practical reference for a UCAS Conservatoires applicant.

We take you through what you need to do if you've been asked to write a reference for a UCAS Undergraduate applicant.

Stand out from the crowd by showcasing who you are and what you can bring to a university as you begin your undergraduate journey.

Kim Eccleston, Head of Strategy and Reform, UCAS

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Information on qualifications, apprenticeships, and study programmes – to help parents and carers support their child in choosing what to do next.

Tom Ashworth is an apprentice supervisor at Tony Gee, a civil engineering consultancy company that design structures for all environments, from large bridges to the lifting rig for the London Eye, and the largest land-based crane in the world.

Make full use of everything we offer to recruit students this cycle. Compare yourself to competitors and the sector as a whole, identify and understand untapped prospects, and even benchmark the diversity of your applicant pool against your chosen institutions. Many products and services are included in your capitation fee.

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It's a good idea to talk about your higher education options in person. Go to a course provider open day to explore the campus and get insights from staff and students – or take a virtual tour. We also recommend you go to UK events or one of the British Council events around the world. You'll find lots of helpful advice, and can ask any questions you may have.

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Looking to help us strengthen our voice? Find out what our Policy Groups do and how you can be involved.

Here you’ll find more information about UCAS Conservatoires, who can join the scheme, and how to do this.

Tell your own compelling story and show admissions tutors just how persuasive you can be, by writing an effective and engaging personal statement.

All the info you need about changes we're making to 2024 undergraduate applications.

The key dates you need for applications, to help your child keep their application on track.