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A-level Results Day and Clearing

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How to prepare for A-level results day

A-level results day is nearly here and you might feel overwhelmed about how to prepare for it. Here are some tips to prepare for A-level results day

Chrissa Beaumont

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What is Ucas clearing?

What is clearing? How do you choose a university through clearing? What happens when you go through clearing? Our comprehensive guide to Ucas clearing explains what clearing is, how clearing works, and how you can make the most of clearing. Here is how to get through clearing and ensure that the process is as smooth as possible

Grace McCabe, Seeta Bhardwa

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Your A-level results day checklist

Use this checklist to make sure you are as prepared for A-level results day as you can be

Ruki Heritage

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Clearing 2026: UK universities with courses still available

Which universities have clearing courses? How do I search for a clearing course? What courses are available through clearing? Prepare for Ucas clearing in advance by checking which UK universities have courses available ahead of A-level results day on 13 August

Clearing advice from students

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I changed my mind on results day and clearing made it possible

Hannah Lawn, a BSc biomedical science student at the University of Sheffield, shares how she changed her mind on results day and went through clearing to secure her university place

Hannah Lawn

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A student’s guide to clearing – what to do and not do on the day

Not getting your predicted A-level results really isn’t the end of the line. Hannah Hockin shares her dos and don’ts for getting a university place via clearing

Hannah Hockin

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From clearing to Royal Holloway: Paula Vivas’ journey

Paula Vivas shares her experience going through clearing, how it led her to study at Royal Holloway and her advice to other students embarking on this journey. 

Paula Vivas

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Ucas clearing advice from students who have been through it

Worried about going through Ucas clearing? Check out what these university students wish they had known about the process

Joy Hunter

Student finance and budgeting

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How to choose a student bank account in Australia

A guide to student bank accounts in Australia

How do you open a bank account in Australia? Are there student bank accounts in Australia? What bank accounts are there for international students? This helpful guide breaks down how to choose the best bank account in Australia and how to apply for a bank account in Australia

Seeta Bhardwa

A guide to student bank accounts in Canada

A guide to student bank accounts in Canada

How do you apply for a bank account in Canada? What bank accounts are there for students in Canada? Can international students open a bank account in Canada? This helpful guide breaks down how to choose the best bank account in Canada and how to apply for a bank account in Canada

Seeta Bhardwa

A guide to student bank accounts in the United States.

Choosing an international student bank account in the US

How do you apply for a bank account in the US? What is the best student bank account in the US? Can international students have a bank account in the US? This helpful guide breaks down how to choose the best student bank account in the US for you

Seeta Bhardwa

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Guide to international student bank accounts in the UK

Which is the best student bank account in the UK? How do you apply for a bank account in the UK? Can international students open a bank account in the UK? Compare what each bank in the UK is offering domestic and international students with this comprehensive table 

Seeta Bhardwa

Preparing for university

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Packing for university: a guide for international students

What do you need to pack for university? What items should you take to university? You’ve applied to universities, you’ve accepted your place and now the time has come to move to your new home for the next few years. But what should you bring with you?

Grace McCabe

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You've got into university - what next? Tips on the next steps

As you head off to university, use this helpful guide to make sure you are prepared and ready for the new school year 

June Hughes

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A guide to the NHS for international students in the UK

Are international students eligible to use the NHS? Is the NHS free for international students? Your guide to using the NHS as an international student in the UK

Joy Hunter

September 3 2025

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Student resource: an app to help students settle into university

Happy Student is an app designed to help students settle into all aspects of university life 

Grace McCabe-Palmer

How to apply for a scholarship

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Scholarship of the month: MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship

The MPOWER Global Citizen Fund offers scholarships to international students wishing to study in the US or Canada

Seeta Bhardwa

Scholarships in the US for international students

Scholarships available in the US for international students

Are you hoping to study in the US? How do you find a scholarship in the US? If you are an international student looking to study in the US, make sure you check out which scholarships are available to you from organisations and universities

Seeta Bhardwa

Finding a scholarship in the UK

Scholarships available in the UK for international students

If you are an international student looking to study in the UK, check out these scholarships from universities and organisations that can help with funding for tuition fees, living costs and study materials. 

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Scholarship of the month: Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Programme

The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Programme offers funding and mentorship opportunities for students across Africa

Seeta Bhardwa

University rankings

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Canada

Top Universities in Canada 2026

Discover the Times Higher Education Canada University Rankings 2026 and explore which institutions rank the highest in the country. This list highlights the best universities in Canada based on the trusted Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. Our comprehensive evaluation covers key areas such as teaching quality, research excellence, industry partnerships, and international outlook. 

University of Oxford

Best universities in the UK 2026 - University Rankings

Discover the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 and explore which universities in the UK rank the highest. This list reveals the best universities and colleges in the UK, according to the trusted THE World University Rankings 2026.Universities across the UK are scored in areas such as teaching, research and international outlook.It uses a robust methodology, created by the in-house data team, that is relied upon by students, academics, policymakers and industry leaders worldwide.

MIT

Top Universities in the US 2026 - US College Rankings

Discover the best colleges in the US according to the Times Higher Education’s trusted World University Rankings. This list highlights the which universities in the US excel in teaching, research, and global influence. The Times Higher Education US college rankings are based on a trusted methodology that evaluates universities across key performance indicators, including academic reputation, teaching quality and international outlook. This table provides valuable insights to help students, academics, and policymakers navigate the US university ranking landscape

October 15 2025

Australia

Australia University Rankings 2026 - Best universities in Australia

Discover the Times Higher Education Australia University Rankings 2026 and compare the 37 institutions that rank the highest in the country.THE’s list ranks the best universities in Australia based on a comprehensive evaluation that covers areas such as teaching quality, research excellence, industry partnerships, and international outlook. The solid methodology behind the rankings is trusted by students, academic, policymakers, and industry leaders worldwide. 

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