Politics 2026 personal statement guide
Why do you want to study politics? Write a personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic if you want admissions tutors to vote for you.
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Politics 2026 personal statement guide
Why do you want to study politics? Write a personal statement that’s thoughtful, reflective, and enthusiastic if you want admissions tutors to vote for you.
Progression pathways 2017
Read our report and watch our videos to find out about full-time undergraduate degree pathways through higher education, including degree and higher level apprenticeships.
Psychology 2026 personal statement guide
Get the tone right in your psychology personal statement and write about your interest, enthusiasm, and commitment to studying this fascinating, scientific, and rewarding subject.
Radiography and medical technology 2026 personal statement guide
Scan your own thoughts to get a clear picture of why you want to study radiography and medical technology, and why this subject is a good fit for you.
Reach Gen Z talent during National Apprenticeship Week 2024
With UCAS you can can recruit apprentices
Sociology 2026 personal statement guide
Show admissions tutors your desire to take part in advancing our understanding of a diverse and fast-changing social world.
Software engineering 2026 personal statement guide
Develop a personal statement that’s clear, succinct, and communicates why you’re passionate about studying software engineering.
Statistical releases – daily Clearing analysis 2018
Statistical releases produced on 7 August, then each week day between 16 August – 31 August 2018 and on day 28 (published on 20 September), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.
Statistical releases – daily Clearing analysis 2017
Statistical releases produced on 8 August, then each week day between 17 August – 1 September 2017 and on 14 September (published on 18 September), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over five cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.
Statistical releases – daily Clearing analysis 2016
Statistical releases produced on 9 August and then each week day between 18 August – 2 September 2016, providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over five cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.
The 2025 cycle toolkit
Everything you need to prepare for the 2025 application cycle – all in one place.
Veterinary science 2026 personal statement guide
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 careers will the class of 2030 aspire to?
Andy Durman, Executive Vice President of Global Business Unit, Lightcast
Writing your personal statement if you're a mature student: 2026 entry
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.
Zoology 2026 personal statement guide
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.
2017 cycle applicant figures – March deadline
These statistical releases describe applicants and applications from the 2017 UCAS cycle at the 24 March deadline. The 24 March deadline is applicable to some art and design courses.
2018 cycle applicant figures – June deadline
These statistical releases describe applicants and applications from the 2018 UCAS cycle at the 30 June deadline.
2018 cycle applicant figures – March deadline
These statistical releases describe applicants and applications from the 2018 UCAS cycle at the 24 March deadline. The 24 March deadline is applicable to some art and design courses.