Teacher and adviser resources

Explore our range of resources designed to assist you and your students on the Higher Education journey. From practical tips to valuable guidance and downloadable materials, we're here to support your efforts.

Get in touch with our experienced and friendly team so we can assist with any queries you may have along the way:

Email us at schoolvisits@brunel.ac.uk
Call us at 01895 267267

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The UCAS application process

In most cases, applications to university are handled by UCAS. This means students will submit their applications, mostly via their school or college. UCAS will then pass their application on to the relevant universities. Find out more on the UCAS application cycle.

Writing your UCAS Personal Statement

Explore our Personal statement tips for 2025 entry.

Check out more information on Personal statements for 2026 entry.

Writing a UCAS reference

The purpose of a reference in a UCAS application is to communicate the potential for a student’s success in taking on a university degree course. The reference allows for an overview of predicted (and potential) grades along with information about your school / college curriculum policy.

Qualifications

Read more about the general entry requirements to assist you in supporting your students’ university choices.

With changes taking place to the structure and grading of qualifications in UK secondary education, you can also find lots of useful information about qualification reforms at  UCAS: Understanding the qualification reform and Pearson BTEC Nationals from 2025.

Check out more information on T Levels.

Apprenticeships

We also offer a selection of degree apprenticeships for your students which are a fanatsic way to gain a degree whilst pursuring a career that they are passionate about.

Student Finance

We know that finance can be a concern for students and their families, but no student should be put off coming to university because of this. There is lots of help available through student loans, scholarships and bursaries and other forms of funding.

To book us in for a student finance presentation and workshop, contact us on schoolvisits@brunel.ac.uk.

Making the most of our services and facilities

As well as supporting your students, there are also many Brunel services for teachers and advisers to take advantage of. This includes, undertaking a postgraduate study alongside your work commitment, hiring a space on campus for staff training, conferences or a school prom/graduation and our range of events to get involved with at Brunel. The majority of our events are free to attend, so do be sure to join us!