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Our services support young people making post-16 choices, as well as those applying for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

UCAS is more than just an undergraduate admissions portal. We offer several services for different audiences, and those who want to reach them.

Our Communications Team aims to provide an accurate and responsive service to the media.

Explore the latest news and key information from UCAS.

Find key information from UCAS, including our corporate strategy, Annual Report, and End of Cycle Reports.

Statistical releases provide core numbers on applicants and applications at scheduled points in the application cycle.

Our detailed data resources are published at the end of each application cycle.

Looking for a rewarding career? Find out about working here, and check our current vacancies.

In our series of Analysis notes, we take a look at specific HE admissions topics such as free school meal status and A level achievement.

Thinking about university? See the different options to help you decide, then we'll show you how to make your application.

UCAS Undergraduate statistical releases provide core numbers on applications at scheduled points in the current application cycle.

We publish a wide range of undergraduate, conservatoire, and teacher training statistics and analysis reports throughout the year, for use across the education sector and beyond.

Are you stuck deciding which subject, course type, or uni or college is right for you? Read on for our tips and advice on tackling this big decision.

Higher education courses can be studied in flexible ways. There are different study types, work combinations, and part-time options.

The UCAS Tariff is a means of allocating points to post-16 qualifications, based on a simple mathematical model which uses a qualification size and grading scale to generate a total number of points.

Postgraduate courses can help you progress or change your career. Find out what the options are and how to apply.

Find out what each type of postgraduate qualification involves, what the entry requirements are, how much it might cost, and where to find out more.

Find out about different postgraduate course types and subject areas, then search for a course using our course search tool.

Postgraduate fees can vary a lot, and funding isn’t always straightforward. Here's the info you need, including funding options, and where to find support.

Taster courses are provided by some universities and colleges to let you experience academic and social life on campus, before applying for a place.

We'd recommend you go to one of the British Council events around the world — they have lots of helpful advice, and can also answer any questions you may have.

Find out about UCAS' commitment to web accessibility.

There are many ways you can study, with different work combinations and locations, including distance or work-based learning, and more.

If you're undecided about uni or your plans have changed, there are other options after secondary education, such as apprenticeships, gap years, overseas study, and more. This page explains university alternatives.

Gap years can be used to enhance your CV, travel, learn new skills, and much more. Find out more and get some inspiration here.

Studying abroad offers a different way of learning – giving you exciting new cultural experiences and opportunities to develop and grow. Is it right for you? Consider your options and find out.

Maybe you'd like to study in a different way, or you might decide you'd like to go straight into the world of work. Here are a few options to think about.