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How do universities view gap years?
Gap years can be a good plan before starting your uni course. With lots of gap-year opportunities and ideas out there, here’s how to make sure your gap year is viewed favourably by your university.
15 February 2022
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What you need to know about universities offering cash for deferrals and transfers
Fancy £10,000 for taking a gap year?
12 August 2021
5 min read
How Ucas Track works on results day
Everything you need to know about using Ucas Track on results day
04 August 2021
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Clearing 2021: how to make your university course decision
Clearing can be stressful – don’t panic! Read our Clearing guide with tips for helping you make the right university course decision.
03 August 2021
2 min read
Nine quick tips to get you ready for A-level and Btec results days
It won’t be long now! Here’s how to make sure you’re prepared
28 July 2021
1 min read
Find out the truth behind uni admissions in 2021
We asked university admissions experts to address students’ concerns about uni admissions in 2021.
28 July 2021
6 min read
Highest-ranked universities in Clearing 2021
Need a uni place? Want a better one than your current offer? These top universities all have places in Clearing for 2021
08 July 2021
11 min read
A guide to Ucas Clearing: how to find your university place
Everything you need to find a course through Ucas Clearing. We have the latest info on Clearing 2021 and what to do before and after results day.
07 July 2021
7 min read
GCSE results day 2021: what to expect
What is GCSE results day like? Can you retake if you don’t get the grades you were expecting?
04 July 2021
5 min read
How to appeal your teacher-assessed grades
With no exams this year, your grades will be assessed by your teachers. Here’s what can be done if you think they’ve got it wrong
18 June 2021
10 min read
The reality of Clearing: as told by students
You may have only heard horror stories about the Clearing process, but here’s the real story from people who have actually gone through it…
03 May 2021
8 min read
A-level results day 2021: what to expect
A-level results day 2021 is on Tuesday 10 August. Get ready for every possible scenario, including if you don't get the results you needed.
05 April 2021
10 min read
Clearing 2021: how to call universities
Wondering what questions will be asked during Clearing? Prepare for your Clearing phone call with our Clearing checklist.
05 April 2021
5 min read
Clearing 2021: a guide for parents
A useful Clearing guide for parents to help support their child on A-level results day 2021, whatever results they open.
03 April 2021
10 min read
Top 10 tips for Ucas Clearing 2021
Get your head around the Clearing options with these tips
03 April 2021
3 min read
Clearing 2021: four things you didn't know about Clearing and results day
Think you're ready for results day (and potentially, Clearing too)? Here are four facts that might catch you off-guard...
03 April 2021
4 min read
Clearing and results day 2021: prepare your back-up plan
Get prepared now for A-level results day not going to plan. From similar courses to university shortlists and trading up – our Ucas Clearing 2021 tips will help to keep you calm.
03 April 2021
4 min read
Clearing 2021: five ways The Uni Guide can make your life easier
We’re here to help make the Clearing process easier. Our helpful search lets you quickly compare courses and universities. Plus, lots more Clearing tips.
30 March 2021
6 min read
Btec results day 2021: what to expect
Our expert guide to Btec results day 2021 for students. Get top tips to help Btec students get the most out of the day.
19 January 2021
5 min read
How to survive results day, according to parents
Parents who took a ride on the results day roller-coaster with their child told us about the experience, including what they did when their child didn't get the grades they hoped for.
29 July 2020
8 min read
SQA results day: what to expect
A guide of what to expect on results day in Scotland, including how to prepare and what to do if you don't get the SQA results you were expecting.
04 July 2019
3 min read
Clearing 2021: tips from admissions tutors
Need to go through Ucas Clearing? Here's some helpful advice from university admissions tutors.
02 July 2019
4 min read
Finding accommodation in Clearing
Are you searching for last-minute student accommodation? Don’t panic. Read our real-life student Clearing experiences for tips.
25 June 2019
2 min read
Student accommodation guide #4: living at home
Thinking about staying at home and travelling into university, to save money on rent?
17 May 2018
4 min read
Student accommodation guide #2: private accommodation
Don’t panic if you find yourself living off-campus with strangers from day one of university. Read our guide to renting privately from a landlord or agent in your first year.
16 May 2018
4 min read
Student accommodation guide #1: university halls
Thinking about living in university halls? Our helpful guides will help you with all your uni accommodation decisions.
16 May 2018
4 min read
Student accommodation guide #3: private halls
Considering the private hall option? Some universities will refer you to 3rd party providers if they don't have enough spaces in their halls. This is what you should know.
07 May 2018
4 min read
Results day 2016: how it all went down
Last minute meltdowns, results reactions, cupcakes, Snapchat Stories – this is how results day 2016 went down in one school.
15 June 2017
3 min read
Top five subjects found through Clearing revealed
What subjects and courses can you study through Clearing? Read our breakdown of official Ucas data to see where Clearing might take you…
30 May 2017
3 min read
Student view: what it's like to go through Clearing
Our student blogger reveals what it's like to go through Ucas Clearing and offers some tips on how to approach the whole experience.
30 May 2016
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