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This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges and supports the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify students from UK Armed Forces families, from 2023 entry. We have worked with the Service Children’s Progression (SCiP) Alliance and the Ministry of Defence to outline the common challenges for these students, share good practice around the UK, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.

This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges and supports the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify applicants who have been in receipt of free school meals (FSM). Here, we outline the common challenges for these students, share examples of good practice around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.

This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges. Here, we outline common challenges for students who participated in widening participation (WP) and outreach activities, and share examples of good practice being done around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education.

Administer the right measure of enthusiasm, curiosity, competence, and career aspirations for a compelling health personal statement.

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Your child may find writing their personal statement the most difficult part of the application process – they’re not alone.

Are your students thinking about a hands-on alternative to university? Our guide to apprenticeships explains how they can earn while they learn...

Find out what Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are, who they’re for, and what and where you can study.

A great history personal statement is all about selecting examples and experiences that help to demonstrate your love of the subject. Show admissions tutors your unique interest in this subject over and above the syllabus.

Give admissions tutors an insight into why you want to study this subject with examples of art, exhibitions, and architecture you enjoy.

Give admissions tutors an insight into the kind of person you are, what experience you have, and your motivation to study hospitality, leisure, and tourism.

Dr Anthony Manning, Director and Dean of Global Lifelong Learning, University of Kent.

Joy Elliott-Bowman, Director of Policy and Development, Independent Higher Education (IHE)

Heidi Fraser-Krauss, Chief Executive Officer, Jisc

Tom Ravenscroft, Chief Executive Officer, Skills Builder

Is a distance learning degree viewed the same way as a degree studied on campus? Do employers recognise them? Find the answers to these common questions and learn about the different skills you can get from distance learning.

Ben Jordan, Head of Policy, UCAS

£219 is the average amount students are spending every week (excluding rent) according to UCAS’s Student Lifestyle Report 2023. But how does this amount break down?