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Young people who are considering higher education but do not have support from either of their parents due to a breakdown in their relationship (also known as being ‘estranged’) may encounter challenges in their journey. Here we outline the ways in which you can help students in at each stage and explain what support they may be able to access.

A carer is anyone who is responsible for providing unpaid care to a family member or friend who could not cope without their support.

Students who have served in the UK Armed Forces as a Regular or Reservist may find there are unique challenges involved in applying to higher education. We have worked with the Ministry of Defence and experts at the University of South Wales to offer practical ways to help them explore their options and prepare for their next step.

Thinking about your next steps and wondering whether uni is right for you? We cover the pros and cons to help you decide.

Find out about the different decisions universities and colleges can make on your application.

Postgraduate tuition fees vary across conservatoire courses – you’ll see how much they are when you search for courses. Find out more here.

Not sure how to pay for your performance-based course, or how you’ll cope during your studies? Don’t worry, there’s a range of support available.

Ask questions. Explore possibilities. Discover your future.

Terms and conditions for the brand feedback sessions being held to understand perceptions and motivations for working with UCAS/UCAS Media.

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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 have ever served as a Regular or Reservist in the UK Armed Forces, or remain a Reservist, you may find there are unique challenges involved in applying to university or college.

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

Higher education is an inclusive environment where support can be provided to help you study. Find out more.

Pat Carvalho, Principal, Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMET).

Andy Durman, Executive Vice President of Global Business Unit, Lightcast

Kieron Broadhead, Senior Executive Director, Students and Infrastructure, and Deputy Vice-President (Operations), University of Southampton