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Things to consider when choosing a university for postgraduate study include the size, location, reputation, rankings, and more.

International students, including EU and other overseas students, can use Clearing in the same way UK students can.

With so many courses, and many similar ones available, it's important that you find out more about the course and the university or college before you start to shortlist your options.

This toolkit includes information and resources to help you support students applying to conservatoires.

Higher education is an option considered by many people with previous criminal convictions. Depending on the course you want to study, you may have to disclose your criminal record.

Check out our good practice resources, to support you with changes to the criminal conviction question in the application.

A degree apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to gain a paid-for degree while getting industry experience and earning a salary.

Work experience is an important feature of any strong university application. For certain degree courses, though, it's an essential entry requirement.

Open days are a valuable way of finding out about a university or college first-hand – you can tour the facilities, speak to staff and current students, and really get a feel for whether you would like to study there.

Is it realistic to choose your ‘forever career’ while you’re still at school? Find out how NOT making fixed choices might be the right choice for you.

This summer, we surveyed thousands of 2025 entry applicants who were placed on a course – to find out how they made decisions, their experience of the cycle, and their outlook for the future.

Use your writing skills in your personal statement to highlight your passion for human language and communication in all its forms.

Whether you want to organise a Taylor Swift concert, the FIFA Women’s World Cup, or a fancy foodie festival, tell admissions tutors what lights you up about a career in events management.

Find out about Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes, entry requirements, and funding.

Information and resources for teachers and advisers to help students choose their which path to take after school.

Design a stand-out personal statement by showcasing your knowledge, passion, and personal traits that suit you to a degree in fashion, textiles, and jewellery.

What financial help can you get?

Studying in the UK can bring a lot of challenges, with financial pressures being top of the list, but there is help available. Discover what financial options there are, how UK banking works, and about scholarships and bursaries.