Admissions Good Practice
The fair admissions code of practice demonstrates the higher education sector’s commitment to fair and transparent admissions practices.
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Admissions Good Practice
The fair admissions code of practice demonstrates the higher education sector’s commitment to fair and transparent admissions practices.
Admissions tests
Some universities require you to sit an admissions test as part of the application process – discover the different types of assessment here.
Contextual admissions
Some students face additional challenges during their education which may impact their results. Universities recognise these challenges, and can make adjustments through ‘contextual admissions’. Find out more about what this is, who is eligible, and how you qualify.
Contextualised admissions – how it works in practice
Helping form a more complete picture of an applicant’s individual characteristics.
International Admissions Development Group
UCAS is committed to investing significant people, time, and money across 2024 and 2025 to international developments. This Group will play a key role in ensuring providers' priorities are understood and met.
What does the Journey to a Million mean for a more competitive admissions landscape?
Mike Nicholson, Director of Recruitment, Admissions and Participation, University of Cambridge.
What does the Journey to a Million mean for international admissions?
Chris Kirk, Director of UCAS International, UCAS
2017 End of Cycle Report
The UCAS End of Cycle Report 2017 is the first national overview of demand for, and acceptances to, UK higher education (HE) for the 2017 admissions cycle.
2018 End of Cycle Report
The UCAS End of Cycle Report 2018 is the first national overview of demand for, and acceptances to, undergraduate UK higher education (HE) for the 2018 admissions cycle.
2019 End of Cycle Report
The UCAS End of Cycle Report 2019 is the first national overview of demand for, and acceptances to, undergraduate UK higher education (HE) for the 2019 admissions cycle.
Applicant experience
Supporting Professionalism in Admissions (SPA) was an independent and objective voice on UK higher education admissions, to promote professionalism, fair admissions, and access to higher education.
Art 2026 personal statement guide
Art admissions tutors explain how your personal statement can serve as a taster of your creative potential (and your interview).
Biology 2026 personal statement guide
Biology admissions tutors say it’s all about genuine passion, enthusiasm, and curiosity. The key to writing a successful biology personal statement is to show you understand what you're applying for, along with some evidence of your enthusiasm, and commitment to the subject.
Business and management studies 2026 personal statement guide
Admissions tutors explain the importance of reflecting on your business or management interests and demonstrating your motivation, skills, and enthusiasm in your personal statement.
Computer science 2026 personal statement guide
We asked computer science admissions tutors to share their dos and don'ts for writing a strong and engaging computer science personal statement. Show your passion for tech and the impact you can have in this exciting and ever-expanding area.
Dance 2026 personal statement guide
Dance admissions tutors really want to get a sense of your passion and love of dance through what you say in your personal statement. Demonstrate your enthusiasm with examples and experiences that are unique to you.
Drama and theatre studies 2026 personal statement guide
Whether you want to be writing plays or acting them out, admissions tutors are looking for evidence of your enthusiasm for drama and theatre studies that extends beyond the curriculum, and for your unique personality to come across in your personal statement.