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University applications sound a bit daunting, but honestly, they're not. Yes, there are forms to fill out, and they ask a few complicated questions, and everybody has a little panic whenever someone says "personal statements", but with our handy advice, you'll see the uni applications can be a breeze.

Are you ready to send off your university application? Here's a handy checklist to make sure you've sorted everything before you press the big, red 'SEND' button.
29 Oct 2026

Here are all the 2027 UCAS deadlines and key dates you need to add to your calendar.
28 Oct 2026

Confused by the uni application process? Hearing too much jargon and not enough sense? Here’s what you need to know…
28 Oct 2026

Need some help filling in your UCAS application? Here's some key steps and golden rules to remember.
28 Oct 2026

What's UCAS? What's a UCAS application? When's the UCAS application deadline? Here's all you need to know about applying to uni through UCAS.
28 Oct 2026

It might seem like a long way off, but uni applications roll round faster than you might expect...
05 Oct 2026

Industrial placement years are being offered by an increasing amount of universities across a variety of subject areas. But is is worth doing one? Whatuni investigates.
02 Oct 2026

You might be tempted to accept the first offer you receive, but it’s best to wait until you’ve heard back from all the unis you’ve applied to before you make your final choice.
01 Oct 2026

If you've left if late to apply for university, don't panic - you can still create the perfect application and submit it on time with our quick-fire guide.
30 Sept 2026