Mature student case studies
Hear directly from mature students about what it was like studying for their undergraduate degrees
Information and advice pages
Mature student case studies
Hear directly from mature students about what it was like studying for their undergraduate degrees
Qualifications reforms
Qualifications in the UK across the four nations are currently undergoing and anticipating reform. Here you'll find information and support materials about the key changes.
Scholarships, grants, and bursaries: EU and international students
With world renowned teaching, research, and facilities – as well as a rich historical and cultural heritage – UK is one of the most popular study destinations for international students from around the globe and hosts hundreds of thousands international students annually.
Students with caring responsibilities
If you're responsible for providing unpaid care to a family member, partner or friend, you may be able to get extra support during your studies.
UCAS terms explained
We use quite a few terms in the application process. We’ve explained them all here, if you need to check what any mean.
What are risks and opportunities for widening participation on the Journey to a Million?
Susie Whigham, Interim Chief Executive Officer, The Brilliant Club, examines the risks and opportunities for widening participation on the Journey to a Million.
What does the Journey to a Million mean for Careers Information, Advice and Guidance to students about their choices?
Oli De Botton, Chief Executive, The Careers and Enterprise Company (CEC)
What does the Journey to a Million mean for colleges?
David Hughes CBE, Chief Executive, Association of Colleges (AOC)
What does the Journey to a Million mean for medical school expansion?
Dr Katie Petty-Saphon, Chief Executive, Medical Schools Council (MSC)
What does the Journey to a Million mean for students, universities, and the wider HE sector in Scotland?
Professor Sir Gerry McCormac FRSE, FSA, FRSA, FHEA, Principal and Vice-Chancellor, University of Stirling
What finance options are available if I want to study in the UK?
If you plan to study in the UK, you might be interested in what financial support is available to help you during your studies.
With the target set in 1999 of 50% of young people now participating in higher eduction, where next for the UK HE sector and economy?
Dr Stephen Coulter, Head of Industrial Strategy, Skills and Sustainability, Tony Blair Institute for Global Change and James Scales, Policy Lead, Skills and Future of Work, Tony Blair Institute for Global Change.