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This tool is a way to interactively explore some of the data published in the 2016 UCAS End of Cycle Report.

Each course, and most universities and colleges, have different requirements – usually a mix of qualifications, subjects, or exam grades. Learn more about them here.

A levels aren't the only option out there to take your students to higher education.

Entry requirements are formal criteria which you must meet to be considered for a university course. Universities and colleges set their own entry requirements for their courses, to ensure you have the right skills and knowledge to successfully complete the course.

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

Find out about the qualifications, courses, and classroom experience needed to become a teacher.

Entry requirements for conservatoire courses could be qualifications, auditions, other skills and interests, and more. Find out about them here.

Find out what the subject-specific entry requirements for postgraduate university courses are, and what universities are looking for.

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.

Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in England, including what they are, entry requirements, and more.

Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in Scotland, including what levels are available, entry requirements, and more.

Discover the motivations, triggers, and decision-making pathways behind Decline My Place behaviour among 2025 entry students.

If you’ve just graduated or you're in your final year at university, internships can be an excellent way to get your foot in the door and kick-start your career.

Find out about Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes, entry requirements, and funding.

Foundation apprenticeships are available if you’re in your 5th or 6th year at secondary school in Scotland.

Advising Year 9s on GCSE options? Use our advice to make sure their choices are suited to their learning style and ability, and fit in with their future aspirations.

Tell us your plans for next year and you could win a £350 laptop!

This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges and supports the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify students from UK Armed Forces families, from 2023 entry. We have worked with the Service Children’s Progression (SCiP) Alliance and the Ministry of Defence to outline the common challenges for these students, share good practice around the UK, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.

This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges to support the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify students with parenting responsibilities from 2023 entry. Here, we outline the common challenges for these students, share good practice around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.