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Finding somewhere you'll be happy to live is an important part of uni life.

Interviews and auditions help course tutors compare applicants before deciding what offers to make. Here are some useful tips to help you prepare for your interview.

If you are in care, or have experience of being in care in the past, there's lots of support available in higher education to help you with finance, accommodation, and settling in.

If you received grades this year and they aren’t what you had hoped for, don’t worry – there are plenty of options available to you.

If you're getting bogged down in all the university lingo, this guide should help you get to grips with what all the terms mean.

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.

Save yourself time and effort by using your UCAS status codes when opening a bank account. These codes allow a number of banks to confirm your eligibility for their student accounts. 

You’ve done all the hard work creating your personal statement, but have you thought about how you can use what you’ve written for different purposes? Whether you’re thinking about applying for an apprenticeship, or there’s a job you’d love, and you need a covering letter, your personal statement can be a great place to start.

The competition is tough for aspiring vets – so along with good grades, you'll need an impressive personal statement that sets you apart from the crowd.

If you can't get to an open day, virtual tours are a good way to get a feel for a place, check out their facilities, and see what it's like on campus.

Here's a list of virtual tours and videos from universities and colleges, so you can see what it's like on campus and what facilities are available.

Conservatoire open days give you the chance to ask questions and see what facilities are available.

Conservatoire open days are free to attend, and give you the chance to ask questions and see what facilities are available. Find out how to prepare and when the open days are being held.

Volunteering gives you the opportunity to help out in the community, with a charity, or another organisation.

What skills are employers looking for and why are they important?