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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.

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.

Hear directly from mature students about what it was like studying for their undergraduate degrees

Discover what different degrees and courses are available and where to help you make the right decision about your future.

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

Dr Anthony Manning, Director and Dean of Global Lifelong Learning, University of Kent.

Facts about BTEC diplomas: who they are for, the different types, how they are taught, what you need to get on one, and what you can do afterwards.

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

Foundation apprenticeships are new entry-level programmes in England, giving young people the chance to start work, build confidence, and develop the skills employers value most.

Professor Sir Gerry McCormac FRSE, FSA, FRSA, FHEA, Principal and Vice-Chancellor, University of Stirling

Higher education courses can be studied in flexible ways. There are different study types, work combinations, and part-time options.

Organising events in your school or college is a great way to help students make smart choices about higher education (HE) or find alternative routes. There’s a wealth of activities outside school too.

There's more than one route into higher education. Open your students' eyes to all the possibilities – from degree apprenticeships to studying abroad – and debunk some common myths about university.

In its newest report in the Next Steps series, UCAS, in partnership with the Unite Foundation, examines the educational experiences of students from a care background.

Higher education (HE) courses don’t have to be studied at a university – there are more than 240 colleges in the UK that offer a range of higher education courses.

Ginny Page, Director of Education Programmes, Gatsby Foundation

Help Year 12 and Year 13 students think about higher education choices, including university or apprenticeships, with this useful presentation.

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.

Lots of students from overseas choose to study in the UK, and could be eligible for student finance. Content provided by Student Finance England.