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Join our UCAS Policy Groups
Looking to help us strengthen our voice? Find out what our Policy Groups do and how you can be involved.
Know your rights!
Find out more information about your rights under consumer law, to help you make sure you are treated fairly during your undergraduate studies.
Launching an apprenticeship programme: Five top tips from the experts
For all the documents, guides, and FAQs, sometimes you need to hear it straight from the horse’s mouth.
Level 2 apprenticeships in Northern Ireland
Level 2 apprenticeships are available in Northern Ireland if you are already employed or about to take up paid employment.
Level 3 apprenticeships in Northern Ireland
Level 3 apprenticeships are available in Northern Ireland if you are already employed, or about to take up paid employment.
Mental Health and wellbeing: Starting a new job or apprenticeship
Starting work or an apprenticeship can feel both exciting and daunting. There are lots of new things to get your head around, like managing your workload, communicating well, getting on with others, etc. So, it’s really important to look after your mental health and wellbeing at the same time.
Money, funding, and finance for apprenticeships
Find out about apprentice wages, associated fees and who covers them, as well as apprentice discounts and more.
Moving to and living in the UK
Most universities provide a range of activities to help you settle into UK life. Here are some tips about moving to and living in the UK.
Navigating school or college
Studying for exams, making choices about what to do next, and managing friendships and relationships means there’s a lot going on whilst you’re at school or college. It’s a transitional time in life – but you’re not alone. Use these resources to help you navigate your teenage career.
Next Steps: What is the experience of young adult carers in education?
In its latest report in the Next Steps series, UCAS, with support from the Carers Trust, uses brand new insight collected from the new set of widening participation questions on the UCAS application to examine the educational experiences of young adult carers.
NHS grows its nursing workforce with UCAS' unique student insight
NHS develops detailed insights into nursing candidates with UCAS, to inform a comprehensive campaign speaking to the next generation of nurses
Outreach Connection Service provider information
This page provides information to support providers with uploading and sharing their activities.
Overview of UCAS Tariff Points for Apprenticeships
For the 2026 cycle, we are introducing a new Tariff points structure that now includes Level 3 apprenticeships alongside A-levels, T Levels, and other post-16 qualifications. These changes aim to support apprentices' progression to higher education by creating a unified system that helps universities and colleges evaluate apprenticeship qualifications against traditional academic routes. This guide provides an overview of the recent changes, including the new calculation method, key points for providers, and the impact on apprenticeship pathways into higher education.
Parents and carers
Information for parents and carers about the opportunities for post-16 education and training,.
Post-16 qualifications you can take
Whatever job or course you're aiming for, find out about the different post-16 qualifications you can take to get you there.