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Record numbers of university acceptances in Scotland

5 August 2010

UCAS has now processed all SQA Highers and Advanced Highers results and as of midnight, a record 20,651 Scottish applicants were accepted into a Scottish university or college, compared to like-for-like UCAS figures of 19,944 on Highers results day last year (an increase of 3.5%). When adjusted to include CATCH figures, the percentage rise is 10.5% per cent.*

In total last year, 31,030 Scottish applicants were accepted by universities and colleges, 29,244 at institutions in Scotland.

Andrea Robertson, Director of Customer & Application Services at UCAS says: "Congratulations to the thousands of Scottish students who will be starting on their course of choice this autumn. For those who didn't get the results they needed, there are several options open, not least the chance of securing a place through Clearing. The important thing to remember is not to rush any decision, be flexible and be clear about what you want to do."

With options such as reapplying, part time study or considering other learning opportunities, UCAS advisers are on hand on 0871 468 0 468 to talk applicants through the process. To explore vacancies in Clearing, students should visit ucas.com to find out all about the courses available.

Andrea continues: "For those who got the news they wanted, www.yougo.co.uk, UCAS' own social networking site, is a great source of advice and information, as well as a chance to make new friends before term begins."

2,462 Scottish students found a place through Clearing last year, 2,331 at universities and colleges in Scotland.

* Applications previously processed by CATCH (Centralised Applications to Nursing and Midwifery Training Clearing House) have been processed by UCAS for the first time this year. Accepted applicants who would have previously been covered by CATCH =1,392.

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