www.ucas.com/applying/applying-to-university/writing-your-personal-statement/the-new-personal-statement-for-2026

www.futurelearn.com/courses/career-planning-and-your-degree

The UCAS Application Process for 2026 - Opens on 13th May  

On your application, you will be asked about Finance - UK Student Finance - CUMBRIA.  

THE BUZZWORD to Link you to school this year will be : Steeple

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU USE A SENSIBLE EMAIL ADDRESS.   UCAS PREFER YOU NOT TO USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL ADDRESS.

In Contact and Residency - Nominated Access - Yes - Parent Details (this is in case you are away on holiday and UCAS needs to speak to someone regarding your application).

The application fee will be £28.95 for all applications (Upto Five Choices)  

  • UCAS Hub: The application gateway and place to explore options

Every student who wants to apply for courses starting in 2026 needs to register and create a UCAS account in the UCAS Hub. From here students will be able to start their application and:

  • explore dozens of subject guides and careers options to get inspired
  • favourite and shortlist courses direct from the UCAS search tool
  • use the personal statement tool to get a head start on their application
  • chat to current students with UniBuddy