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Career Goals: Playwright/Theatre director

How do you turn a passion for words into a career? London playwright and theatre director Lynette did just that, after finding inspiration from one author while studying English at university.

Drama and theatre studies 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.

Personal statement advice: English

Are you looking to study English literature or language at university? You'll need to pay attention to more than just your spelling and grammar, according to admissions tutors. Here's what else budding literary students will need to showcase – or avoid – in their applications.

Adult nurse

Adult nurses are expert members of a medical team. They plan and deliver vital treatment for a wide range of patients with different needs and conditions.

Cambridge Pre-Us

Facts about Pre-U: who they are for, subjects, what's involved in taking one, and assessment and grades.

Dance 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.

International students

Discover everything you need to know as an international student planning to come to the UK. Whether you're coming for the first time, returning for postgraduate, or are still waiting to make a decision, our guidance below can help you prepare as best you can for life in the UK.

Scholarships, grants, and bursaries: Arts

Studying fine art, design, photography, dance, or another arts subject? Discover what arts scholarships, grants, and bursaries are available to help with the cost of course materials, plus general living expenses and tuition fees.

Thinking about performing arts?

Thinking of studying a performance-based course? Find out more about the different options and how to make your application.