Service status
We aim to keep you informed of any issues that may be affecting the services we offer. Use the link below to find an overview of out service availability.
Service Status
News and developments
Discover the latest news for providers, including latest updates and upcoming technical changes.
Provider news
Discover the latest updates and information and reports you need throughout the cycle.
View and download documents from bulletins.
UCAS technical developments
Find an overview of how we’re working, what we’re working on, and how you can get involved in the process, including latest webinar playbacks.
The test environments allow providers and software vendors to test the integration of UCAS products, including HEP1 and HEP2, with their own systems, simulate the applicant journey and assist with staff training and development.
Here you can find a schedule of the changes we have planned to our systems and more information about out technical processes.
Information on changes to our systems for statutory HESA data returns (StarJ), Confirmation and Clearing (C&C) 2023, and the 2024 cycle for UCAS Undergraduate and UCAS Conservatoires.
Information on API strategy, new features in link management, XML-link and API design.
Reforming references for the 2024 cycle
For the 2024 cycle, we’re replacing the free text reference approach with three structured sections. Explore more about these changes and see how they can help you.