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Discover everything you need to know about what it's like to study in the UK. What countries make up the UK? What support is available? How do I find work and accommodation, and how much does everything cost? Find all this information, and more, to help you prepare yourself fully for life in the UK.

What's studying outside the UK like? What are your options? Find out all the information you need to help you decide if it's for you.

We asked admissions tutors how you can ensure your teaching personal statement gets top marks and secures you that all-important interview.

Here are some pros and cons of studying outside of the UK to get you started. It’s a good idea to create your own tables of pros and cons for each course, country, and study options you’re considering.

Thinking of studying a performance-based course? Find out more about the different options and how to make your application.

This page shows you all the extra tips international applicants might need to know when making a UCAS undergraduate application.

This page gives you all the extra international tips for UK conservatoire applications.

Getting a good idea of how transport works in the UK will make your time here easy and stress-free, meaning you can focus on having the best experience possible. You’ll also discover all the travel discounts available to students, helping you save money and reduce your cost of living.

Your life as a university student in the UK will be a unique experience. You might encounter new ways of living, studying, and socialising that are different from the way students do it in your home country. This guide will help you succeed as a student, whether it’s understanding the different types of university in the UK, adopting good academic habits, or making friends.

Jennifer Coupland, Chief Executive Officer, Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

Chris Kirk, Director of UCAS International, UCAS

Dr Diana Beech, Chief Executive Officer, London Higher

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

Bill Watkin, Chief Executive, Sixth Form Colleges Association (SFCA)

Andy Forbes, Head of Development at the Lifelong Education Commission and Apprenticeship Champion for UCAS

Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, President and Vice-Chancellor and Professor April McMahon, Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students, University of Manchester

If you plan to study in the UK, you might be interested in what financial support is available to help you during your studies.

The Turing Scheme has been launched to replace the Erasmus+ programme, which the UK is no longer participating in having left the EU.

Wondering what it’s really like to study at university? From taster days to student experiences and sample lectures, find out how you can get a flavour of university life – and if it’s the right next step for you.