Students hoping to apply to study in the UK for the 2026/2027 academic year need to know about the changes to the Ucas personal statement. 

In previous years, the personal statement has taken the form of a free-form essay – in which students write about the reasons for their choice of course. The structure and content are mostly left to the student to decide on, although it is recommended they stick to academic achievements rather than personal anecdotes. 

The Commonwealth master’s scholarship allows students from Commonwealth countries to pursue a master’s degree in the UK.

The deadline for submitting an application is 16:00 BST (15:00 GMT) on 14 October 2025. The scholarships are for UK-based studies beginning in September/October 2026.

Students must submit their applications via the online portal. Applications not submitted via the online system will not be considered. 

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In the UK, the NHS is the system that residents use to access both physical and mental healthcare services. Most healthcare services are free at the point of use, but some procedures may require additional payment. The NHS stands for the National Health Service.

So how does the NHS work for international students in the UK? 

This guide explains how international students can access NHS services, what costs are involved and how to register with the NHS as an international student.

Leadership doesn’t always begin with a title. Sometimes it begins with a question: “Can I make a difference?” When I joined the University of London’s Student Ambassador programme, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. As a law student based in Bangladesh, studying via distance learning, I knew I wanted to stay engaged and give back to the global student community. What I didn’t know was just how transformative this journey would be, not only for those I supported but for me as well.

Applications for the UK’s Chevening scholarships are now open for the 2025-26 academic year.

Chevening scholarships, the British government’s global scholarship programme, are open to students from 160 countries and territories, including China, India, Hong Kong, Japan, Kenya and Malaysia. The number of scholarships available varies from country to country.

The Chevening scholarship is a fully funded scholarship to undertake a master’s course at a UK university. It covers the costs of flights, course fees and accommodation.

As we approach the end of the 2025 admissions cycle, you may still be undecided about your next steps. Every year, over a million students register for a Ucas account and yet 400,000 of those registered in the system never reach the stage of submitting an application. This shift reflects a broader trend: more students are delaying their decisions, reassessing their options, and using Clearing not as a fallback, but as a strategic route into higher education.