U – Z
UCAS
UK wide organisation providing information and help around choosing university courses and applying to university.
Universal Credit
A new payment that replaces six existing benefits, including Housing Benefit and Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). In the process of being introduced across the UK and not yet operating fully in all areas.
Vocational training
Allows students to train or study for a work related qualification through a high level of practical, work based experience.
YEAP or Youth Employment Activity Plan
This is a list of organisations providing vocational and employment training, produced by local councils under the Opportunities for All initiative.
