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What is university like?

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.

What to do

Discover what your options are, how they work, and start to plan your own future.

Where to start

Discover all the ways UCAS can help you find your passions and unlock your potential. Chat to students, read our guides, explore subjects... Gather as much information as you can before you move onto the next step and start your education journey.

Your consumer rights

Find out about the information a course provider is required to give you, before you make a decision about accepting an offer of a place.

Alternatives to higher education

If you're undecided about uni or your plans have changed, there are other options after secondary education, such as apprenticeships, gap years, overseas study, and more. This page explains university alternatives.

How can we help?

Having trouble with something on your application? Search our FAQs to see if you can find an answer to common issues people contact us about, or find out how to get in touch below.

Mature conservatoire students

Every year, thousands of adults go into higher education and many study at a conservatoire. It's a great chance to develop skills and career options.

No offers?

Find out what to do next if you’re not holding any conservatoire offers.

Thinking about performing arts?

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

Courses Data Service

Comprehensive course listings for undergraduate and postgraduate course providers, to complement your student offering.

What is UCAS?

Find our more about our services, which support young people making post-16 choices, as well as those applying for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Help and training

Find help and training to support your role as an adviser in UK higher education.