Whats so special about UCAS?
According to their website at www.ucas.ac.uk, UCAS is the “UK central organisation through which applications are processed for entry to full-time first degrees, HNDs and university diplomas. The mission of UCAS is to promote a partnership between prospective students and universities and colleges. … All colleges and universities that are in the UCAS scheme are recognised by the UK Government or offer courses that are validated by UK Government-recognised universities.” In other words, UCAS acts as the middleman between you and the universities. In order to apply to any UK university, you must apply through UCAS. The greatest advantage is that the application process is less time-consuming, as you are required to complete only one application form for up to six different courses*. UCAS then sends copies of your completed application form to your chosen universities. Any main correspondence between you and your universities is done via UCAS; they will notify you when a university has
