Studying in Welsh
Studying higher education in Welsh can offer lots of career options – not just in Wales but further afield too. Find out more.
Information and advice pages
Studying in Welsh
Studying higher education in Welsh can offer lots of career options – not just in Wales but further afield too. Find out more.
What does the Journey to a Million mean for student progression and the choices they have in Wales?
Jeremy Miles MS, Welsh Minister for Education and Welsh Language examines what increased competition means for student progression in Wales.
Astudio yn y Gymraeg
Gall astudio addysg uwch yn y Gymraeg gynnig nifer o ddewisiadau gyrfa i chi – yng Nghymru a thu hwnt. Mae mwy a mwy o sefydliadau’n sylweddoli manteision cyflogi graddedigion sy’n gallu cyfathrebu yn y Gymraeg a’r Saesneg, ac os mai’r Gymraeg yw eich iaith gyntaf neu eich ail iaith, mae digonedd o bosibiliadau ar eich cyfer.
Groups and forums
Your opinion matters. Stay up to date with the latest discussions and actions taken by our groups and forums and find out how to get involved and have your say.
Study options
Discover what different degrees and courses are available and where to help you make the right decision about your future.
Student finance in Wales
If you're from Wales, it's important to understand how student finance works differently compared to England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. This guide breaks down the unique features of the Welsh system and highlights what sets it apart.
Explore your options in Scotland and Wales
Find out about Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes, entry requirements, and funding.
Teacher training transition
Here you will find the latest information on the transition work we are doing with the Department for Education.
Teaching in Wales
To teach in a Welsh state-maintained school, you must have a degree, and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) by following a programme of Initial Teacher Education (ITE). All teachers in Wales are also required to register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). Find out about routes into teaching, eligibility, fees, and funding
What next after sixth form?
These editable presentation slides help you explore different higher education (HE) routes your students could follow after sixth form – for assemblies or tutor time.
2015 entry UCAS Undergraduate reports by sex, area background, and ethnic group
These data cover applications, offers, and placed applicants by sex, area background, and ethnic group at 132 larger universities.
2016 entry UCAS Undergraduate reports by sex, area background, and ethnic group
These data cover applications, offers, and placed applicants by sex, area background, and ethnic group at 133 larger universities.
2017 entry UCAS Undergraduate reports by sex, area background, and ethnic group
These data cover applications, offers, and placed applicants by sex, area background, and ethnic group, at 132 larger universities.
2019 cycle applicant figures – 30 June deadline
These statistical releases describe applicants and applications from the 2019 UCAS Undergraduate cycle at the 30 June deadline. All the PDFs and CSVs can be found below.
Additional funding
As well as a student loan, there’s other financial support available from a range of sources. Find out more about funding your undergraduate course.
Apprenticeships in Wales
Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in Wales, including what they are, how they work, and more.
Filling in your UCAS application
Don’t leave applying until the last minute as there’s quite a bit to do – but you don’t need to complete the application all at once. Read our advice below to help you through the application process, step by step.