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Thinking about studying in the UK can give international students a lot to consider. Here are answers to the most common questions.

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.

Foundation degrees combine academic and workplace skills. Find out how they work, how much they cost, and how to get a place.

Find additional financial support for travel, meals and accommodation costs, course equipment, and childcare from one of these schemes.

Find out what support and funding is available to estranged students in Scotland.

There are many ways you can study, with different work combinations and locations, including distance or work-based learning, and more.

Are you stuck deciding which subject, course type, or uni or college is right for you? Read on for our tips and advice on tackling this big decision.

Wondering about the best way to meet people? From online groups on social media to part-time jobs, there are lots of ways to make friends at university or college.

Is there one UK university you would love to study at? Or have you found the perfect course for you? As part of the application process, they may want you to attend an interview or submit your work to see if you're the right kind of student.

The personal statement is your opportunity to talk about you, and why you want to enrol on a particular course. Applying to university if you’re 21 or over isn’t unusual, but how can you best make that life experience shine through?

Every year, thousands of mature students go to university or college. It's a great chance to develop new skills and career options – at any age.

Find out what to do next if you’re not holding any conservatoire offers.

Who should be your referee, and what do they have to do? Find out more about references for conservatoire applications.

If you have dependent children, you can apply for extra help with course-related costs. Content provided by Student Finance England.

Writing a dance personal statement? We asked admissions tutors the dos and don’ts of personal statements – and that means steering clear of clichés.

Passionate, concerned, or curious about environmental issues? Make sure you demonstrate this in your environmental science personal statement. Add into the mix something about yourself and your achievements or experience, and you should have a personal statement that fits the bill.

This guidance is for any advisers (school counsellors, agents, IECS etc.), and other centres based outside the UK, who advise potential undergraduate applicants to higher education (HE) courses in the UK.

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