Tips to study online or remotely
If you’re studying at home, try these tips and hacks to stay focused and productive, as well as maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Information and advice pages
Tips to study online or remotely
If you’re studying at home, try these tips and hacks to stay focused and productive, as well as maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Travelling around the UK
Getting a good idea of how transport works in the UK will make your time here easy and stress-free, meaning you can focus on having the best experience possible. You’ll also discover all the travel discounts available to students, helping you save money and reduce your cost of living.
Truths and myths about university
Task your students with this true or false quiz, designed to help debunk many of the myths about going to university.
Tuition Fee Loans for part-time students
A Tuition Fee Loan covers the cost of the fees charged by your university or college. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Types of offers
Find out about the different decisions universities and colleges can make on your application.
UCAS Discovery toolkit for schools and colleges
Our step-by-step toolkit and 'Get ready for UCAS Discovery' lesson plan include useful links, videos, and checklists to help you and your students make the most of their time at a UCAS Discovery event.
UCAS generic terms of service
We have published specific terms and conditions that apply to specific services. Those specific terms and conditions will always apply, where relevant. These are the terms and conditions on which we supply “products” to you, whether these are services such as consultancy and insights, reports or digital content, for which we have not published specific terms and conditions elsewhere.
UCAS Streetview
We’ve been out and about asking students how they’re feeling about the big day and grilling those who’ve been there for their top advice. Our experts explain how Clearing really works, what to do if you change your mind and how to prepare for uni life.
UCAS technology symposium
Coming this October: UCAS’ first ever technology symposium – will you be joining us?
UCAS\Discovery Adviser booking guide
Use this guide to help you manage your group booking(s) for UCAS exhibitions.
Undergraduate: Care experienced students
If you are in care, or have experience of being in care in the past, there's lots of support available in higher education to help you with finance, accommodation, and settling in.
What are my options after GCSEs or National 5s?
After GCSEs or National 5s, you could continue studying subjects you like, take vocational qualifications, an apprenticeship, or work or volunteer and study part-time.
What are the expected apprenticeship hours?
Find out more about the hours you could be working as an apprentice and how long your apprenticeship might take to complete.
What is an apprenticeship?
Find out the key info about apprenticeships, including what they are, how they work, and more.
What level of English do I need to get into a UK university?
If you want to study in the UK and English isn’t your first language, you may be required to take an English language test. Here's how to prepare and excel in meeting UK university entry requirements.
Who are apprenticeships for?
Apprenticeships are a great route to get into your chosen career, and they're open to everyone over the age of 16.
Why I chose an apprenticeship instead of A levels
Instead of taking A levels after school, Santina started her Level 3 apprenticeship at civil engineering company, Arup, aged 16. Here she speaks about her experience, including why she chose an apprenticeship, what makes a good apprentice, and how she manages working and studying at the same time.
Writing undergraduate references for independent applicants
If you have been asked to write a reference for an independent applicant who is not currently attending school or college, please read through the advice below before starting.