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Each year, 40,000 LGBT+ students apply to UK higher education.

Facts about NVQs: what's involved in studying them, how they are assessed and how long they take to complete.

We asked a biology admissions tutor what the secret is to writing a successful biology personal statement. Apparently, there isn't one - it’s all about genuine passion, enthusiasm and curiosity. The simple objective to writing a successful biology personal statement is to show that you understand what you're applying for, along with some evidence of your enthusiasm, and commitment to the subject.

Are you writing a personal statement for drama? Here's how to make sure that your enthusiasm for drama extends beyond the curriculum.

Writing a personal statement for economics? You'll need more than a subscription to The Financial Times to impress tutors. Here’s how to stand out by being relevant, personal, and concise

Passionate, concerned, or curious about environmental issues? Make sure you demonstrate this in your environmental science personal statement. Add into the mix something about yourself and your achievements or experience, and you should have a personal statement that fits the bill.

What should you write in a personal statement for midwifery, to ensure you stand out and get a place on a midwifery course? We've asked admissions tutors to share their top dos and don'ts for midwifery personal statements, and included an example of how to write about any work experience you may have.

Impress admissions tutors by getting the tone of your psychology personal statement spot-on. Here are some top tips on how to do so (no reverse psychology required).

What are universities looking for when it comes to a winning personal statement to study finance or accounting? Showing some genuine passion is just the start.

It's a good idea to visit universities to discuss your options in person. Open days and fairs are free and give you the chance to ask questions.

Here, we provide in-depth information about the range of subject areas you can study at postgraduate level.

If you want to study a postgraduate course in the UK, start here to find out how to apply and find out more information.

The Qualification Information Profiles (QIPs) are currently unavailable whilst UCAS reviews the content and the value of the tool to our customers.

Discover what's happening with qualifications around the UK and what reforms are ongoing.

If your child decides university is the right path for them, there’s still a lot of research to do, with approximately 35,000 undergraduate courses to choose from.

If your offers are conditional on results, on results day you'll see if your exam results are enough for the uni or college to confirm your place.

Not sure how to pay for uni, or how you’ll cope during your studies? Don’t worry, there’s a wide range of support available for all sorts of circumstances.

We've produced a series of study skills guides to help you successfully make the transition to higher education.

Studying a subject at university level and living in student accommodation might be two brand new experiences for you. Here’s an idea of the support that will be available in your student halls or shared house.

We support international counsellors, agents and advisers, as well as processing applications to hundreds of universities and colleges in the UK.