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Hear directly from mature students about what it was like studying for their undergraduate degrees

Every year, thousands of mature students go to university or college. It's a great chance to develop new skills and career options – at any age.

Finding a part-time job while at university in the UK is a great way to earn extra money, meet new people, and build professional skills. Find out the visa rules, the type of student jobs you can find, and how to fit it in around your studies.

Applying to study in the UK? Here's some tips for how to write your personal statement if you're an international student.

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

As well as receiving loans to help cover tuition fees and living costs, your students may also be eligible to receive financial support they don't have to pay back.

The only way to find out why students did (or didn’t) choose you.

You have student accommodation rights in terms of health and safety, notice periods and maintenance.

This short guide is to help you feel in control of your open day experience. It will help you gather the information you need to make an informed decision about whether the setting you're visiting is right for you and your family commitments.

If you are responsible for the care and wellbeing of a child aged 17 or under, you may be able to access additional support while studying.

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.

Shikha Singh, Career Counsellor, The Cathedral and John Connon Senior School

We have a wealth of resources to help ease any worries or concerns you may have about the application process.

How much are tuition fees and how are you going to pay for them? Find out how to fund your studies and how to apply here.

From open days and taster courses to exhibitions and lectures, university events can offer significant support for your higher education guidance work – and to the academic experience of your students.

Oli De Botton, Chief Executive, The Careers and Enterprise Company (CEC)

Heather Cousins, Deputy Secretary, Skills and Education Group in the Department for the Economy examines what increased competition means for student progression in Northern Ireland.

Anne Marie Graham, Chief Executive, UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)

Professor Edward Peck CBE, Vice-Chancellor Nottingham Trent University and Department for Education Higher Education Student Support Champion