UCAS Application Support with Expert Consultants

Applying to UK universities through UCAS can be a complex and highly competitive process. From choosing courses to writing the personal statement and navigating deadlines, every detail matters. With expert support, parents can feel confident that their child is presenting the strongest application possible.

What Does a UCAS Consultant Do?

Applying to university through UCAS can feel complex and time-sensitive. A UCAS consultant provides expert guidance through every stage of the process, ensuring your application reflects your academic strengths, goals, and personality.

At Ivy Education, our UCAS consultants in London help students manage timelines, select suitable courses, and craft compelling personal statements. We bring clarity and structure to what can otherwise feel like an overwhelming process, giving families the confidence that every detail is handled with care.

Why Work With a UCAS Consultant?

Working with a UCAS consultant gives students a clear strategic advantage. The UCAS process is highly competitive, especially for leading universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, and King’s College London.

Our consultants draw on years of experience supporting successful applicants to these institutions. They provide impartial advice, honest feedback, and actionable steps to help students present their strongest profile. From early guidance in Year 12 through to final decisions, our approach is designed to help every student feel prepared, informed, and confident.

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UCAS Support Tailored to You

Every student’s journey is unique, which is why our UCAS consultancy is built around individual goals. Whether you are applying for Medicine, Law, or the Arts, our consultants provide guidance that aligns with your academic background and ambitions.

Course and University Selection

Choosing the right course and university is one of the most important early steps. Your consultant will help identify realistic and aspirational options based on academic performance, interests, and long-term career goals. We also advise on entry requirements, contextual offers, and course structure differences between universities.


Personal Statement Guidance

Our consultants help you plan, draft, and refine a personal statement that showcases your motivation, achievements, and potential. We focus on structure, clarity, and authenticity, ensuring your statement captures your individuality while meeting UCAS expectations.

Interview Preparation

Many top universities include interviews as part of the selection process. We provide practical interview preparation that helps students develop confidence, reflective thinking, and clear communication — all essential for success at Oxbridge, Medicine, and other competitive courses.


Application Review and Submission

Your consultant will review your entire application before submission to ensure consistency and accuracy. From predicted grades and references to personal statement and course codes, every detail is checked to maximise your chances of success.

UCAS Support for International Students

Our UCAS consultants regularly work with international applicants who aspire to study at UK universities. We provide clear guidance on eligibility, entry requirements, and how to adapt applications for the UCAS framework.

Consultations can be delivered online across time zones, making our service fully accessible to families worldwide. We also offer support with UK-style personal statements and interview preparation so international students can approach the process with confidence.

Oxbridge Applications

If your child is preparing an Oxbridge application, our university consultants will begin by assessing their suitability and providing guidance on selecting degrees and colleges.

They will help your child prepare for any additional tests (including the UCAT, TSA, MLAT, CTMUA, or HAT) and arrange any necessary tuition. Finally, they will set up any interview practice your child needs to ensure they attend their interview with confidence.

Our Process

Since 2010, Ivy Education has drawn on its extensive network of consultants and proven support systems to guide your family through every stage of the UCAS admissions process.

1. Initial Discussion

Our expert education team will discuss your family’s needs and explain how Ivy Education can provide tailored UCAS support.

You’ll receive exclusive advice from top UK university consultants with decades of experience. Together, we’ll align your child’s aspirations with realistic and focused goals, creating a clear roadmap for the UCAS journey. For international families, we also provide expert guidance on studying in the UK.

2. Comprehensive Support

Academic Insights

We provide assessments (where appropriate) to better understand your child’s strengths and academic profile. These insights help shape their UCAS application and university choices.

Ongoing Bespoke Support

Our team supports your child through every stage of the UCAS process – from preparing a standout personal statement to readying for admissions tests and interviews.

Polished Applications

Your child’s UCAS application will be carefully planned, developed, and refined, ensuring it reflects their strengths and stands out to admissions tutors.

3. Shortlisting Universities

The university placement process starts, with Ivy Education able to help with all the tricky and lengthy administrative elements.

With expert input, we help identify and shortlist the universities and courses that best fit your child’s academic profile and goals. We also advise on campus visits, and can even accompany you if desired, so your family gains first-hand insight into potential choices.

4. Decision-making process

Ivy Education will support you with the final decision-making process and put you in the best position to secure a place.

We provide expert advice during the crucial decision-making stage, helping your family make informed choices with confidence. For international applicants, we also provide assistance with the practicalities of studying in the UK, including visas and pastoral support.

5. Final Stages

As your child transitions to university, we ensure they feel confident and well-prepared. Our consultants can continue to offer guidance and mentoring, supporting both academic success and personal wellbeing in this exciting new chapter.


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UCAS Support – Frequently Asked Questions

Our consultants provide personalised, step-by-step guidance for UCAS applications. This includes course and university selection, personal statement support, admissions test preparation, interview coaching, and expert oversight of the UCAS form itself.

We help students present the strongest possible application by advising on course choices, refining personal statements, preparing for interviews and admissions tests, and ensuring the UCAS form is completed accurately and on time.

The ideal time to begin is at the start of Year 12 (Lower Sixth), so there’s plenty of time to plan subject choices, build experiences, and prepare the personal statement. However, we also provide tailored support later in the process – including fast-track guidance for students approaching deadlines.

Yes. Our Oxbridge specialists provide tailored advice on college and course selection, preparation for assessments like the TSA, or LNAT, and focused interview coaching. We help students present a strong application that meets Oxbridge’s rigorous expectations.

Absolutely. Our university application consultants provide focused preparation for a range of entrance tests, including the UCAT, LNAT, and various Oxbridge assessments, helping students approach each exam with confidence.

We ensure that every aspect of the application – from course selection to personal statement – showcases the student’s strengths. For students who want to go further, our Research Project Programme allows them to work with academic mentors to publish original research, adding a distinctive element to their UCAS application.

Yes. We support many international families with UCAS applications, offering guidance on choosing the right courses, understanding entry requirements, and preparing to study in the UK. We also provide practical advice on visas, guardianship, and settling into university life.

Our team includes specialists like Camilla Smiley, an experienced university application consultant who has been advising families since 2006. All our consultants have a deep understanding of the UK university admissions process and strong links with leading institutions.

It is ideal to begin working with a university admission consultant at the start of Year 12. This allows for careful planning of subject choices, academic achievements, work experience, and preparation for entrance exams or interviews. However, we also offer effective support later in the application process if needed.

Contact Ivy Education today to arrange a free introductory consultation. Our expert university consultants are ready to provide bespoke advice and guidance for your child’s UK university application.