The Latest Breaking News from Clare Marchant

Housing shortages for university students will ‘worsen’ in some cities – charity

School leavers across the UK are preparing to start university next month after receiving their exam results.

The Independent UK · Aug 29, 2023

Cost of living ‘shaping different experience’ for students, says Ucas chief

Clare Marchant said it is not yet known if grading or the costs crisis will affect university deferrals this year, but it is ‘one to watch’.

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Fewer students accepted on UK degree courses than last year – Ucas

More than 19,000 British 18-year-olds have missed the conditions of their university offer and are now eligible for clearing.

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Britain should welcome international students who want to study here – Ucas boss

Clare Marchant’s comments come amid warnings UK students could lose out to international applicants in the competition for places at top universities.

The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2023

Students receiving exam results may switch to apprenticeships amid cost concerns

The opportunity for youngsters to earn while they learn may become more attractive this year, the admissions chief said.

The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2023

UCAS Clearing 2023: How does it work and what happens if you don’t get A-level grades you wanted?

If students have changed their minds about what or where they wish to study can also use clearing - here’s what you need to know

The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2023

Be quick to get top university place in clearing, A level students warned

University spaces expected to fly on results day as A-level students advised to have a Plan B

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

Students face fierce competition as fewer university courses become available

Ucas tells applicants to act quickly to avoid disappointment, with A-level results due in England, Wales and Northern Ireland next week

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2023

Students must be quick in clearing as competition will be tough, says Ucas chief

Clare Marchant said school leavers should research options and have a fallback option ahead of A-level results.

The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2023

Students told to prepare a ‘Plan B’ for university before A-level results

Fierce competition is expected for top university places this year

Evening Standard · Aug 9, 2023