Applying
Find some frequently asked questions on applications for university and college.
If in doubt, get in touch with a named contact at the university or college you’re thinking of going to.
On this page, you will find a video from Jess, a care-experienced young person we support, sharing her top tips for applying. Below that, there’s a Frequently Asked Questions section from our Propel team.
Applying to uni or college can seem complicated, but if you have all your information ready, then all you will need is time.
You’ll need to know your university choices, previous exam results, names and contact information for your references as well as your personal statement. It’s not as daunting as it sounds – there are plenty of tips online, and UCAS, Unis, and colleges may offer help with the process too.
Want to study full-time? If you want to study in England or Wales, the application is through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). It’s also where you apply for undergraduate and postgraduate performing arts courses studied at conservatoires, and some other specialist post-graduate schemes.
Want to study part-time? Some institutions ask you to apply directly to UCAS, while others ask you to apply through the institution. The best thing to do is to check how to apply with the named contact.
Want to go to the Open University? You need to apply directly to the Open University.