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EXACT
Access the richest and most up-to-date admissions data so you can strengthen your strategic planning and better understand your market - and your competition.
Exhibiting as a brand
With UCAS you can reach Gen-Z in person - engaging with them early, as they start exploring future opportunities and are ready to make connections that last.
Farah's environmental management placement in the Galapagos
Want to find out what it's like to do a placement abroad? Farah Hamdan went further afield than most people to follow her passion for conservation – read about her amazing experience in the Galapagos Islands.
Film studies 2026 personal statement guide
Direct your personal statement to success with a mixture of passion, knowledge, and know-how.
Finance and funding for care experienced students
Many students are worried about managing their money – and if you're in care, or have experience of being in care in the past, this may seem like a particular challenge. But there's lots of help for you.
Finance for independent students
If you're applying as an independent student, here's what you'll need to do to apply for student finance. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Financial support for refugees and asylum seekers and those with limited leave to remain
If you're applying to higher education and you're a refugee, asylum seeker or have limited leave to remain in the UK, there may be support available to help you with finance and your studies.
Financial support for students not supported by their parents (estranged)
A key factor when making the decision to move into higher education is finance – for estranged students, this can be a particular challenge.
Find career ideas
Find career ideas by exploring different jobs, taking our career quiz, or looking at volunteering, apprenticeships, or starting your own business.
Finding work after you graduate
As an international student, the process of getting work might be different to what you’re used to at home. There are additional rules and limitations that overseas students need to bear in mind to comply with the conditions of your visa while working.
First-generation students
Students who do not have parents or carers who have attended university themselves sometimes find it useful to have additional information and help when making their decisions and applying to higher education.
Foundation apprenticeships
Foundation apprenticeships are available if you’re in your 5th or 6th year at secondary school in Scotland.
Four teaching activities to prepare your students for work experience
Use these four handy activities to help your students get the most out of their time out of the classroom.
Freshers Report 2022 - Top Brands
Our eleventh annual report offers unique exploration into current freshers’ behaviours from across the UK.
Funding for estranged students in Scotland
Find out what support and funding is available to estranged students in Scotland.
Geography 2026 personal statement guide
Admissions tutors want to hear about how you personally connect with geography and how you pursue your geographical interests outside of school or college.
Getting started
Information for advisers on how to support your students in making a UCAS application and moving into higher education.
Government agencies – understand youth audiences
Make the most of the relationships we have with millions of students and graduates to gain the intelligence you need. From bespoke surveys to expert data consultancy, we can provide unrivalled youth audience insights to inform your policies and plans.