The UCAS International Podcast
Hear how to make the most of student life, connect with others, and tap into opportunities that'll set you up for your future career. Get the honest insights you need to make your UK study experience a success.
The UCAS International Podcast: Series Four
In this series, we're expanding the conversation beyond the student journey to include everyone involved in the UK study experience. Whether you're a student, a parent, or simply curious about what studying in different parts of the UK really looks like, there's something here for you.
Series Four
This series, we'll be opening the doors to families, with dedicated advice for international parents on how to support their child at every stage of the journey – with episodes from understanding the application process to knowing what to expect when they leave home.
We'll also be answering specific questions from international students. In our 'Ask Me Anything' episodes, students, academics, and higher education experts answer the things you really want to know – giving you the honest, practical guidance to help with your decision making.
Finally, we'll be taking the podcast across all four nations of the UK – exploring what makes studying in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland each a distinct experience, from differences in tuition fees and funding to culture, campus life, and the opportunities that await after graduation.
Sending your child to study in a different country is a big decision – for them, and for you. This sub-series is here to help you feel informed and involved at every step. We'll guide you through supporting your child's research and application, help you get to know the UK before they arrive, and clear up some of the most common misconceptions about studying here.
International Podcast: Ask Me Anything
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Got a question you can't quite find the answer to? This sub-series is your chance to get straight to the point. We put the questions international students ask most – about applications, documents, visas, and scholarships, as well as what UK education and student life are really like – to the people best placed to answer them.
International Podcast: Across the Nations
COMING SOON
The UK is four nations in one – and where you choose to study can shape your experience in ways you might not expect. In this sub-series, we take a closer look at each of them. From England and Scotland to Wales and Northern Ireland, we explore what makes each nation distinct – the culture, the campuses, the costs, and the lifestyle – so you can find the place that's right for you.
Discover any information you might need to succeed in applying to UK institutions as an international student. Find advice on visas, English language skills, why you should study in the UK and what your qualifications will mean.
Studying in the UK can bring a lot of challenges, with financial pressures being top of the list, but there is help available. Discover what financial options there are, how UK banking works, and about scholarships and bursaries.
Discover everything you need to know about what it's like to study in the UK. What countries make up the UK? What support is available? How do I find work and accommodation, and how much does everything cost?
Thinking about postgraduate study in the UK can give international students a lot to consider. Here are answers to the most common questions.
Every international application requires a student visa and a basic knowledge of immigration. Find out what you need to do, how to make it as easy as possible, and when to apply for yours.
What support is available for international students? What organisations exist to help? What will you need to move to the UK? All these questions, and more, are answered here.