Amanda Scales
'It's like seeing a whole other world' - Amanda found university a transformative experience.
Duration: 02:0818 Apr 2025, 20:09
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Amanda Scales
'It's like seeing a whole other world' - Amanda found university a transformative experience.
Duration: 02:0818 Apr 2025, 20:09
Choosing courses (how to)
Duration: 03:0618 Apr 2025, 20:09
Studying in the UK
If you're thinking of studying in the UK, watch our video to hear from international students who are
Duration: 04:5818 Apr 2025, 20:09
What is higher education?
Duration: 01:2318 Apr 2025, 20:09
UCAS jargon buster
Duration: 02:5718 Apr 2025, 20:09
Vox-pop: revision
James talks to us about revision tips.
Duration: 00:1718 Apr 2025, 20:09
What if I miss out on a veterinary or medicine course this year?
Don' panic, you have options including Extra and Clearing. Talk to a UCAS adviser or your teacher for
Duration: 01:2218 Apr 2025, 20:09
What should I do if I am not happy with my calculated grade?
Consider Clearing – 70,000 applicants got a place through Clearing last year. You'll have lots of options
Duration: 01:1918 Apr 2025, 20:09
Are my current offers valid or will they be withdrawn?
Your offers are still valid. The cycle will be similar to previous years, and your reply deadline has
Duration: 01:0618 Apr 2025, 20:09
Is there any clarity on university start dates yet?
It's too early to say, but the entire approach is being led by medical evidence. All unis are providing
Duration: 01:0218 Apr 2025, 20:09
Will universities be flexible with entry requirements this year?
Yes, universities have said they will be as flexible as possible in this unprecedented time.
Duration: 00:5418 Apr 2025, 20:09
Are there plenty of university places to go around this year?
Please be reassured, this year will be like any other – if you get the grades, you'll have your place.
Duration: 00:5918 Apr 2025, 20:09
I'm a current university student. How can I use this time effectively?
You can be revising, reading, and studying for your finals, along with spending time with family. It's
Duration: 01:0218 Apr 2025, 20:09
If I resit, will my results be with me in time to start uni this year?
Resits will be taken as soon as possible, hopefully in the autumn with results in January. Contact the
Duration: 01:0918 Apr 2025, 20:09
What is UCAS' message to applicants this year?
There are plenty of opportunities and choice. There were lots of course in Clearing last year, so take
Duration: 01:2618 Apr 2025, 20:09
Will grades from higher performing schools be held back to level them against lower performing schools?
No, schools and colleges will not be standardised. The process will be fair for all schools and colleges.
Duration: 01:2118 Apr 2025, 20:09
Clare, what are your overall messages at this time?
Keep connected with UCAS and unis as things are changing quickly. You'll have plenty of choices, take
Duration: 01:1018 Apr 2025, 20:09
What's your advice for those studying non-traditional courses?
The right processes are being put in place so these students are able to progress at the same time as
Duration: 01:1818 Apr 2025, 20:09
Richard, what are your overall messages at this time?
Grades awarded will be fair, have equal status, and be comparable to any other year.
Duration: 01:3318 Apr 2025, 20:09
What does this all mean for international students?
International students are very welcome in the UK and are of invaluable benefit. Alternative learning
Duration: 01:3918 Apr 2025, 20:09