Additional funding
As well as a student loan, there’s other financial support available from a range of sources. Find out more about funding your undergraduate course.
Information and advice pages
Additional funding
As well as a student loan, there’s other financial support available from a range of sources. Find out more about funding your undergraduate course.
What does the Journey to a Million mean for medical school expansion?
Dr Katie Petty-Saphon, Chief Executive, Medical Schools Council (MSC)
BTEC diplomas
Facts about BTEC diplomas: who they are for, the different types, how they are taught, what you need to get on one, and what you can do afterwards.
Disabled Students' Allowance: Northern Ireland
The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) aims to ensure everyone has the support and adjustments they need to succeed during their studies. This information is relevant to students who normally live in Northern Ireland.
Finding work after you graduate
As an international student, the process of getting work might be different to what you’re used to at home. There are additional rules and limitations that overseas students need to bear in mind to comply with the conditions of your visa while working.
How to write a CV
Your CV is an essential part of getting a job. It’s the first thing an employer or a recruiter will see of you, so you want to make a good impression.
Supporting young people in care with their Personal Education Plans (PEPs)
If you are supporting a young person’s Personal Education Plan (PEP), this guide suggests professional actions as they make their career and education choices – from Year 8 through to post-16 study. Content provided by Virtual School Sheffield.
Supporting care experienced students
Students who have spent time in care are entitled to support to help them access higher education. Here are some practical ways you can support care experienced students research their options and prepare for their next steps.
Supporting children from UK Armed Forces families (Service children)
If a student's parent(s) or carer(s) is serving as a Regular or Reservist in the UK Armed Forces, or has done so in the past, their experience of going to university may be different to their non-Service peers. This guide explains how you can practically support Service children along their journey to higher education.
Health 2026 personal statement guide
Administer the right measure of enthusiasm, curiosity, competence, and career aspirations for a compelling health personal statement.
Mental health nurse
Mental health nurses build trusting relationships with their patients and provide vital support to people experiencing mental health problems, so they can lead happy and healthy lives.
Next Steps: What is the experience of young adult carers in education?
In its latest report in the Next Steps series, UCAS, with support from the Carers Trust, uses brand new insight collected from the new set of widening participation questions on the UCAS application to examine the educational experiences of young adult carers.
Speaking to the disability adviser, mental health adviser or student support team
Universities and colleges have teams in place to make sure students are able to get the right support for their individual needs. This guide will help you get the information you need to make an informed decision.
Supporting students with mental health conditions
Students can access a variety of support to manage their mental health and wellbeing in higher education – ranging from help with a specific condition through to ways they can look after their general wellbeing.
What can the higher education sector learn from the growth in demand that is being experienced within the school and college sector?
Pat Carvalho, Principal, Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMET).