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Find out what the subject-specific entry requirements for postgraduate university courses are, and what universities are looking for.

The following guidance is for completing undergraduate references for applicants who are linked to a UCAS registered centre.

We use quite a few terms in the application process. We’ve explained them all here, if you need to check what any mean.

UKPASS is a service provided and operated by the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

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.

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

Jennifer Coupland, Chief Executive Officer, Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

Jeremy Miles MS, Welsh Minister for Education and Welsh Language examines what increased competition means for student progression in Wales.

Bill Watkin, Chief Executive, Sixth Form Colleges Association (SFCA)

Here at UCAS we’re used to talking to students about their university choices – so our experience should prove to be handy for your apprenticeships too.

If you're considering studying in another country, you'll need to do your research first. These questions will help you decide if it's right for you.

John Cope, Executive Director of Strategy, Policy and Public Affairs, UCAS

We spoke to Hannah Rashidi, a Chartered Management Degree Apprentice at BT who knew she wanted to do an apprenticeship since secondary school. Here, she talks about how she made the decision, making friends, and her advice to future apprentices.

Rumaysah Khan is currently doing a Level 7 Solicitor Degree Apprenticeship with law firm Eversheds Sutherland, in London.

If you're applying to start university and you're 21+, you're considered a mature student. Your background and experience may be different to those students who apply straight from school or college, so we've got some guidance on how to write your personal statement.

Universities and colleges welcome students from diverse backgrounds and with a range of unique strengths and qualities. Here, we offer guidance on how to showcase the valuable and transferable skills drawn from your personal experiences and circumstances.

A degree in zoology opens up numerous career options working with or studying animals, or could be a stepping stone into a graduate veterinary medicine course. If it's your degree of choice, here are some personal statement pointers.