How much rent should a student pay?
Before you go to uni, you’ll probably have lots of questions about paying for your accommodation. Here’s an idea of rent, other costs, funding, and how to pay.
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How much rent should a student pay?
Before you go to uni, you’ll probably have lots of questions about paying for your accommodation. Here’s an idea of rent, other costs, funding, and how to pay.
How to advise students about GCSE choices
Get to grips with the key issues around choosing GCSEs. This introductory guide will help you understand the facts and advise your students effectively.
How to become a counsellor
Counsellors can make a significant positive impact on people’s lives, and ultimately improve the health and well-being of our society.
How to become a firefighter
Firefighting isn't just about putting out flames. Here’s what’s really involved and what it takes to become one.
How to become a paramedic
The combination of patient care, medical knowledge, driving skills and an ever-changing working day makes being a paramedic a very popular career choice.
How to become a pilot
Being a pilot is a fantastic job for people who enjoy responsibility, technology, meeting people and the excitement of flying a commercial aircraft.
How to become a social worker
Social workers offer support to those most in need, whether it’s a family under pressure or a person with a physical or learning disability trying to live independently.
How to get into work
Heading into the world of work offers you the chance to start earning, get experience, build your skills to increase your employability, and improve your CV for the future.
How to get support from your universities and colleges
If your relationship with your parents or carers has broken down (also known as ‘estranged’), there are people you can turn to for help when you research your options, start your application, or think about your transition to university or college.
How to pay for uni
One of the biggest concerns for students and their parents is the cost of university. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know about fees, finance, and repayment.
How to write UCAS Conservatoires references
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.
Improve your competitive strategy
Combine your data with ours to differentiate your university or college from your competitors. With extensive insights and unrivalled higher education expertise, we'll help you develop stand-out plans to gain the advantage.
Increase your undergraduate applications
We can help you increase your applications across the full 18-month conversion funnel, from initial research, right up until acceptance. From discovery brand awareness activities to pre- and post-application campaigns, as well as Clearing, we help universities and colleges drive their student recruitment to the students who would love to choose them.
International
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.
International student finance
If you’re unsure if your child is eligible for home or international fees, discuss this with the university or college.
Join the UCAS Conservatoires scheme
Here you’ll find more information about UCAS Conservatoires, who can join the scheme, and how to do this.
Join the UCAS Undergraduate scheme
Find out about our undergraduate service to providers and members.