The teacher’s role in building careers into the curriculum
By David Morgan, Chief Executive, Career Development Institute
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The teacher’s role in building careers into the curriculum
By David Morgan, Chief Executive, Career Development Institute
Helping students think about money while choosing a university
Tom Allingham from Save the Student, shares their latest advice and guidance.
Personal statements will not be changing for 2024 entry
Students have mixed views on the personal statement.
Second-highest ever number of UK 18-year-olds apply to university or college by January deadline
The number of UK 18-year-olds applying to an undergraduate course this year is the second highest on record, new UCAS data shows.
Why degree apprenticeships are a win-win for students, universities and employers
By Liz Gorb, Director of Apprenticeships at Manchester Metropolitan University, Sharon Blyfield, Head of Early Careers at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, and Clare Marchant, UCAS Chief Executive
UCAS contributes £3.3bn to the UK economy each year, new report finds
UCAS brings annual benefits worth £3.3bn to the UK economy by matching students to courses they might not otherwise have considered, according to a new report.
Record number of disadvantaged students accepted onto higher education courses in 2022
More students from the most disadvantaged backgrounds have secured university and college undergraduate places than ever before this year, amid growing demand for courses.
UCAS International partners with GTS Alive Group to connect students with UK discounts
UCAS International has partnered with the GTS Alive Group to offer international students studying in the UK access to discounts and benefits.
Three in five with experience of being in care given no guidance when applying to higher education
Students who have spent time in care have high hopes about going to university or college, yet 60% receive no specific support relevant to their circumstances when deciding on their options, according to a new report from UCAS.
Helping you monitor applications and report on student progression
To provide you with key statistical information about your current students and support your reporting, planning, and progression monitoring, we have a selection of adviser report packages available throughout the cycle.
Stand Alone – Estranged Students Solidarity Week 2022
The annual Estranged Students Solidarity Week 21 – 25 November, run by Stand Alone, raises awareness of the barriers estranged students face in higher education.
Understanding the routes to a career in biomedical science
By Dr Sue Jones, Executive Head of Education, IBMS and Dr Jim Taylor, Associate Head of School: Biosciences, York St John University
Strong demand but slight dip for ‘early deadline’ university courses
The number of UK 18-year-olds applying for the most selective university courses has fallen slightly, following last year’s record high.
UCAS announces new appointments to Board and Council
UCAS is delighted to announce three new members to its Board of Trustees, which governs the activities of the charity, and two appointments to its Council.
Medic Mentor
Medic Mentor is a non-profit national medical organisation for applying students, medical students, doctors, and teachers.
Letter to advisers from UCAS Chief Executive Clare Marchant
UCAS Chief Executive Clare Marchant has written to teachers and advisers in light of announcements by the Department for Education and Ofqual, and by Qualifications Wales, on grading standards for 2023.
First exam year since pandemic sees record numbers entering higher education
A record number of UK 18-year-olds have secured a place at university or college after sitting their exams, new UCAS data shows.