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Congratulations, you’ve been invited to an interview. Whatever happens next, you should see this as a big achievement.

With over 800 million* people on LinkedIn, a LinkedIn profile is a chance to sell yourself and your skills ready for the world of work.

Why is a cover letter important, and what should you say in yours? Make the right impression with our tips and examples.

Help with writing your personal statement for further education courses – what to include about yourself, and some dos and don’ts on how to write it.

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?

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 let training providers know about your qualities, skills and expertise, and why you want to teach.

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 be a referee 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.

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.

Stand out from the crowd by showcasing your expertise and passion for your subject.

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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