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Applying Through UCAS: A Guide for International Students Pursuing UK Universities

If you’re looking to apply to a UK based university but you’re not from the UK yourself, then you need to know about UCAS and the application process! Preparing a university application requires a lot of careful planning and attention to detail. There are lots of things to consider, I started my journey by researching…

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How to Write a Standout UCAS Personal Statement: Tips for Success!

Universities receive thousands of personal statements alongside students’ applications each year, so writing a UCAS personal statement that stands out among the thousands is an essential requirement to increase your chances of getting accepted onto your chosen course. Read on for useful tips to guide you to achieve a standout personal statement! What is a…

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Top Tips and Advice for Applying to University in the UK

Applying to university can be a minefield, especially if you’re not sure of the process. I remember it was a struggle for me as I was the first in my family to go to university, and it was all completely new to me. In this blog post I am going to share what I wish…

What is Early Clearing? Top 5 Questions

I’m Charlotte, an English Literature and Creative Writing student who went through Early Clearing. Previously I didn’t know why clearing opens so early for some people, so in this blog I’ll answer questions about it and will speak about my experience applying to the University of Brighton in my video. What is…

Writing a UCAS Personal Statement

For many people, writing their personal statement when applying to a university is a new experience. It’s an important document that undoubtedly impacts on your potential to get accepted onto a degree. With universities accepting thousands of applications, each with a personal statement, it’s important to know the do’s and don’ts as well as what…