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How past students can inspire current students

One of your top resources as a teacher offering higher education (HE) guidance is your student alumni, now at university. So how do you keep in touch with past students and make the most of their experiences?

How to apply through UCAS Conservatoires

You make your application in our online system called Apply. Follow our step-by-step guide to applying – there's quite a bit to fill in, but you don't need to do it all at once.

How to become a counsellor

Counsellors can make a significant positive impact on people’s lives, and ultimately improve the health and well-being of our society.

How to become a paramedic

The combination of patient care, medical knowledge, driving skills and an ever-changing working day makes being a paramedic a very popular career choice.

How to become a police officer

Dealing with criminals on a daily basis, unsociable hours, and dangerous scenarios – becoming a police officer is genuinely challenging, but that’s also what can make it so rewarding.

How to write a cover letter

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

How to write a CV

Your CV is an essential part of getting a job. It’s the first thing an employer or a recruiter will see of you, so you want to make a good impression.

How to write a UCAS Conservatoires personal statement

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.

Improve conversion to firm choice

Strengthen bonds with your applicants during the moments that matter, building the trust they need to make your institution first choice. Discover your biggest conversion drop-off points to improve future performance. Learn why they chose you, or crucially, why they chose another university or college over you.

In-cycle application data and support

Make full use of everything we offer to recruit students this cycle. Compare yourself to competitors and the sector as a whole, identify and understand untapped prospects, and even benchmark the diversity of your applicant pool against your chosen institutions. Many products and services are included in your capitation fee.

International students

Discover everything you need to know as an international student planning to come to the UK. Whether you're coming for the first time, returning for postgraduate, or are still waiting to make a decision, our guidance below can help you prepare as best you can for life in the UK.

Interview tips

Interviews and auditions help course tutors to compare applicants before deciding what offers to make. Get some advice here.

Interviews

Find out about how to be most effective in your interview, what works and some great tips to make yourself stand out.

Know your rights!

Find out more information about your rights under consumer law, to help you make sure you are treated fairly during your undergraduate studies.