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.
Information and advice pages
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.
Reach, recruit and retain a diverse workforce: Building a better future for women in construction
The UK construction industry needs to recruit more workers and diversify it’s workforce – how can this be achieved?
Students eligible for free school meals (FSM)
Being eligible for free school meals (FSM) means you might be able get help to meet different costs, and access other types of support if you want to go to university.
Study options
Discover what different degrees and courses are available and where to help you make the right decision about your future.
The 2025 cycle toolkit
Everything you need to prepare for the 2025 application cycle – all in one place.
The UCAS International Podcast: Researching courses and universities
Robbie James is joined by Natalie Wong and Joy Elliott-Bowman to discuss choosing the right university. Together, they explore practical research strategies and tools for comparing institutions, programmes, and locations to make informed decisions.
The UCAS International Podcast: Scholarships and budgeting
This episode features Catriona McCarthy and Arya Nur Güneş discussing something all students, international or otherwise, worry about – finance. Find out how to budget effectively, the extra payments and outgoing international students face, as well as a brief overview of scholarships and how to find them.
Three simple ways to find your Clearing place
More than 50,000 students find their places through Clearing every year.
Tips for international applications
This page shows you all the extra tips international applicants might need to know when making a UCAS application.
What are my options after GCSEs or National 5s?
After GCSEs or National 5s, you could continue studying subjects you like, take vocational qualifications, an apprenticeship, or work or volunteer and study part-time.
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 careers will the class of 2030 aspire to?
Andy Durman, Executive Vice President of Global Business Unit, Lightcast
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 civic and community engagement?
Vanessa Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, University Alliance
What does the Journey to a Million mean for employers developing their apprenticeship provision?
Jason Holt, Chief Executive, Holts Group of Companies
What does the Journey to a Million mean for international admissions?
Chris Kirk, Director of UCAS International, UCAS
What does the Journey to a Million mean for London?
Dr Diana Beech, Chief Executive Officer, London Higher
What does the Journey to a Million mean for student accommodation?
Neil Armstrong and Merelina Sykes, Joint Heads of Student Property at Knight Frank and Richard Smith, CEO at Unite Students
What does the Journey to a Million mean for teaching provision and university facilities?
Chris Hale, writing in his former role as Director of Policy, Universities UK (UUK).
What does the Journey to a Million mean for the international student experience?
Anne Marie Graham, Chief Executive, UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)