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Statistical release to be published on 17 February, providing core numbers for the 2022 January equal consideration application deadline and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical release published on 9 February, providing core numbers for the 2023 January Equal Consideration application deadline and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical release published on 15 February, providing core numbers for the 2024 January Equal Consideration application deadline and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical release published on 13 February, providing core numbers for the 2025 January Equal Consideration application deadline and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Work experience is an important feature of any strong university application. For certain degree courses, though, it's an essential entry requirement.

We use quite a few terms in the application process. We’ve explained them all here, if you need to check what any mean.

If you have ever served as a Regular or Reservist in the UK Armed Forces, or remain a Reservist, you may find there are unique challenges involved in applying to university or college.

Our data explorer shows the different points in the 2018 cycle applicants applied to UCAS Undergraduate

Our data reporting 2019 UCAS Undergraduate applicants by week of application

Our data reporting 2020 UCAS Undergraduate applicants by week of application

Our data reporting 2021 UCAS Undergraduate applicants by week of application

An overview for those supporting eligible applicants applying to undergraduate courses.

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

Find more information about conservatoire audition/assessment fees and how to pay for them.

Don’t leave applying until the last minute as there’s quite a bit to do – but you don’t need to complete the application all at once. Read our advice below to help you through the application process, step by step.