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References

Why you need a reference, who to choose as a referee, and how to add it to your application.

References for UCAS applications

How you get a reference for your application depends on if you’re applying individually, or through a school, college, or a centre registered with UCAS.

Reforming references for the 2024 cycle

We’ve worked with over 180 universities and colleges, 700 teachers and representative bodies, and nearly 15,000 students to build on the findings from the Reimagining UK Admissions report 2021.

Repaying your student loan

How you repay your loan depends on your circumstances once you leave your course. Here, the Student Loans Company explains how and when you’ll start to repay.

Replacement certificates

If you need to provide evidence of exam results but don’t have your original certificates, all is not lost.

Replying to your offers

Find out when you need to reply, how to accept or decline offers, and about the different replies you can make.

Results day

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.