General visa and immigration information for studying outside of the UK
What you need to know about visas and immigration if you're going to study outside of the UK.
Information and advice pages
General visa and immigration information for studying outside of the UK
What you need to know about visas and immigration if you're going to study outside of the UK.
Get your finances uni-ready
It’s almost time to go to university, but it’s super important to get your finances in order first. Tick these off your list before you start uni and you’ll be well on your way to being in control of your own money.
Getting ready for UCAS Discovery lesson plan
Download all the materials you need below to deliver the Get ready for UCAS Discovery lesson and prepare your students for your upcoming event.
Got a subject you want to study?
Passionate about a specific subject? A UCAS Discovery event is the perfect place to explore your options.
Graduates: ten must-dos for work experience
Securing an excellent work experience opportunity alone isn't enough; demonstrating to employers how you squeezed the most from it, counts too. Sheffield Hallam University’s employability adviser Jill Valentine explains how.
Groups and forums
Your opinion matters. Stay up to date with the latest discussions and actions taken by our groups and forums and find out how to get involved and have your say.
Have a career in mind already?
Determined to get to your dream career? going to a UCAS discovery event can help decide the best way to get there.
How are students spending and budgeting in 2025?
Discover the UK’s most affordable university cities, plus the typical costs you’ll need to budget for as a student.
How much will I spend during Freshers' week?
Here, we’ve outlined everything you need to know about how much you’ll spend when starting uni or college:
How to open a UK bank account
As an international student one of the most important things you'll need to sort out is opening a UK bank account. This can sometimes be a lengthy and complicated process so here are the things you'll need to understand to get this off your to do list fast!
Job offers, contracts, and starting work
Great news, you’ve got that job! Here are some key things you need to know about now.
Key dates and the application journey
The key dates you need for applications, to help your child keep their application on track.
Managing applications in the adviser portal
Find out how to manage your centre’s undergraduate applications through the adviser portal.
Managing student debt
Most of us can't avoid student debt of some kind. Here are some tips on how to manage your money and student loan.
Medicine 2026 personal statement guide
If you want to join the medical world professionally, you’ll need more than a spoonful of experience and the right dose of research to write the perfect personal statement.
Money, funding, and finance for apprenticeships
Find out about apprentice wages, associated fees and who covers them, as well as apprentice discounts and more.
Moving to and living in the UK
Most universities provide a range of activities to help you settle into UK life. Here are some tips about moving to and living in the UK.