Preparing for a university open day
Considering university? Here's everything you need to know about going to an open day.
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Preparing for a university open day
Considering university? Here's everything you need to know about going to an open day.
Advisers: Free school meals application fee waiver guide
An overview for those supporting eligible applicants applying to undergraduate courses.
All you need to know about open days
An open day is the best way to get a real taste of university life and one step closer to finding your ideal course and uni. Here’s everything you need to know to plan and get the most out of your visit.
Chloe's story
From being estranged from her family and homeless at 16, to studying at the University of Oxford, Chloe shares her advice for estranged students considering applying to university.
Outreach Evaluator
Make the most of Outreach Evaluator to track groups of individuals into the higher education system using our data. Get evidence of return on investment for brand awareness, engagement, widening participation and outreach activities.
Parent and guardian guide to apprenticeships
Heard of an apprenticeship but not sure what it’s all about? Here, we share what you need to know and practical tips for supporting someone who might be thinking about an apprenticeship.
Personal statement advice: nursing
Qualifying as a nurse opens up a wide and diverse range of career paths. However, the selection criteria will be quite rigorous and you need to show you fit the bill.
Personal statement advice: pharmacy
If you aim to study pharmacy, your personal statement will be a crucial factor in your application to make you stand out in this competitive field. Check out our top tips for your pharmacy personal statement.
Personal statement advice: social work
Writing a personal statement for social work? We asked social work admissions tutors how you can convince them that you are right for the course.
Pharmacy, pharmacology, and toxicology 2026 personal statement guide
Admissions tutors agree that pharmacy, pharmacology, and toxicology are competitive fields to get into, so follow our tips to make you stand out.
Springpod
Find out more about the UCAS collaboration with Springpod and how their Subject Spotlights and Virtual Work Experiences can help students explore their options
UCAS events
Research your options, meet unis, colleges and employers face-to-face, and get your questions answered at our events, and uni open days.
University events and open days
Discover more information about upcoming open days and uni events, how to use them to your advantage, and what you need to prepare.
Virtual tours
If you can't get to an open day, virtual tours are a good way to get a feel for a place, check out their facilities, and see what it's like on campus.
Fairs & open days
Find out if postgraduate is right for you by spending time talking face-to-face with those who know it best.
Planning visits to postgraduate open days and fairs
It's a good idea to visit universities to discuss your options in person. Open days and fairs are free and give you the chance to ask questions.
Support for disabled people taking apprenticeships
Being disabled shouldn’t limit your job or study choice, and apprenticeships can be a great route for you to get into your chosen career.
Applying to the UK – advanced practitioner tips
View the advanced practitioner tips from our online International Teachers' and Advisers' Conference.