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

We publish a wide range of undergraduate, conservatoire, and teacher training statistics and analysis reports throughout the year, for use across the education sector and beyond.

Your life as a university student in the UK will be a unique experience. You might encounter new ways of living, studying, and socialising that are different from the way students do it in your home country. This guide will help you succeed as a student, whether it’s understanding the different types of university in the UK, adopting good academic habits, or making friends.

Here's a list of virtual tours and videos from universities and colleges, so you can see what it's like on campus and what facilities are available.

Conservatoire open days give you the chance to ask questions and see what facilities are available.

Employers are often looking for grads with at least a 2:1 under their belt. But it’s not just good marks they’re looking for when sifting through job applications.

Geoff Barton, General Secretary, The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)

If you plan to study in the UK, you might be interested in what financial support is available to help you during your studies.

The go-to place for those exploring their options after school or college.

Wondering what it’s really like to study at university? From taster days to student experiences and sample lectures, find out how you can get a flavour of university life – and if it’s the right next step for you.

Find out what each type of postgraduate qualification involves, what the entry requirements are, how much it might cost, and where to find out more.

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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.

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