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Here, we outline what you need to know if you have caring responsibilities and are interested in an apprenticeship.

Students can access a variety of support to manage their mental health and wellbeing in higher education - ranging from help with a specific condition through to ways they can look after their general wellbeing. Some students may be hesitant to tell their university, so we've worked with experts (including Student Minds and the University Mental Health Advisers' Network (UMHAN)) to explain the process of declaration to your students, and offer practical ways to help them manage the transition to independence. It's good to remember that other personal circumstances can create additional challenges and stress, so making sure students have the right support for their needs will offer them the best start to university.

There are ups and downs on results day, but getting prepared beforehand is the best way to navigate anything that might come your way.

Once results day is out the way, you might be wondering how you can best make use of the summer before university or college starts. Here's some ideas to get you inspired!

Find out more about Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes in Northern Ireland.

We asked admissions tutors how you can ensure your teaching personal statement gets top marks and secures you that all-important interview.

Work experience is more than just something to stick on your CV. As student blogger Anna writes, it’s a great opportunity to prepare yourself for the working world – as long as you get stuck in.

Everything you need to prepare for the 2025 application cycle – all in one place.

It’s not just uni – there are so many options available to you. We help you decide by visualising your future self.

Applying for university or college to start your studies in 2026? Find out more about the changes to the personal statement format and tips on what to include.

The personal statement is your opportunity to talk about you, and why you want to enrol on a particular course. But it can be hard to get started, which is where the personal statement builder can really help.

The hard work has paid off, results are in the bag, and your child has secured a place. Now what?

Here are some pros and cons of studying outside of the UK to get you started. It’s a good idea to create your own tables of pros and cons for each course, country, and study options you’re considering.

Thinking about your next steps and wondering whether uni is right for you? We cover the pros and cons to help you decide.

There's many reasons to study in the UK, and knowing what your qualification means to employers, and how it can help you, is important when planning your education journey.

This episode features Catriona McCarthy and Arya Nur Güneş discussing something all students, international or otherwise, worry about – finance. Find out how to budget effectively, the extra payments and outgoing international students face, as well as a brief overview of scholarships and how to find them.

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.

When it comes to crunch time, you want to make sure that you have everything you need to make the right decision.

Make sure you’re ready to get the most out of UCAS Discovery with our ultimate checklist.