XML-Link migration
We are seeing more HEPs migrating away from ODBC-Link and using XML-Link to import their 2024 cycle applications.
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XML-Link migration
We are seeing more HEPs migrating away from ODBC-Link and using XML-Link to import their 2024 cycle applications.
Reject by Default (RBD) deadline
The Reject by Default (RBD) deadline for confirmation decisions is 6pm on Thursday 14 September.
Sign up to the next development webinar
Join the next development webinar at 11:00 on Wednesday 20 September.
2024 cycle contextual data update
In addition to information provided throughout the application process, we offer providers a contextual
Reject by Default (RBD) deadline
The Reject by Default (RBD) deadline for confirmation decisions is 6pm on Thursday 14 September.
Planned maintenance
Planned maintenance is taking place at various times between Thursday 31 and Sunday 2 September.
ODBC-Link decommission/XML-Link migration
As you will be aware, applications for the 2024 admissions cycle will only be available via XML-Link
2023 cycle test data – including Star J/X
Additional information on the UCAS Data for HESA Star J transaction 2023 is available on our ‘HESA return’
Planned maintenance
Planned maintenance is taking place at various times between Thursday 31 and Sunday 2 September.
Record of Prior Acceptance (RPA)
The RPA is a shortened version of the full UCAS application and allows you to submit applicant information
79% of UK 18-year-old applicants receiving results gain place at first choice university
As hundreds of thousands of students across the UK receive their exam results, new UCAS figures show
Applicants applying from Pakistan
We were made aware of issues yesterday for some applicants trying to access their application from Pakistan.
Verification of qualifications
At this time of year, with any qualifications not received through UCAS, we advise you to stay alert
Clearing choices added in error
Students are advised to only add a Clearing choice once they have permission from the university or college
PAG call-out for new members
A reminder that we are calling out for new members to sit on our Provider Advisory Group!
Reason for pending Confirmation decisions
If you are unable to make a Confirmation decision on an application, you can use this option to record
Verification of qualifications
At this time of year, with any qualifications not received through UCAS, we advise you to stay alert
Nearly three-quarters of young Scottish students gain first choice university place
New UCAS figures show nearly three-quarters of young Scottish students have been accepted by their firm