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UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) is the organisation responsible for managing applications to most full-time higher education courses in the UK e.g. degrees and Foundation Degrees.
The UCAS website provides:
- On-screen help and advice as you work your way through ‘Apply’. You can also watch the UCAS video guide to using Apply
- A wide range of information and support that will help your research and decision making before, during and after your application.
- A tool that enables you to ‘Track’ the progress of your applications on-line, as well as managing decisions and your offers.
You may select up to five courses. For most courses, you should try to apply between September 1st and January 15th. It is important to note, however, that applications for Oxford or Cambridge (Oxbridge), medicine, veterinary science, and dentistry must be before October 15th, and that some art courses have a later date. See UCAS information on important dates. If you are not ready to apply by the recommended deadlines, a later application may be possible as long as courses are not full.
Part of the application process requires you to write a personal statement. For help go to the Student Room.
The information in your Lifepilot Profile can also help you complete your personal statement.
If you need help or advice on your application, you should contact your careers adviser or call the UCAS Customer Service Unit on 0871 468 0468.
