The reference should include any contextual information which might warrant special consideration including: Universities use the UCAS reference to find out about the academic ability and interests of ...

while students use UCAS to apply for admission to U.K. universities, they use the Common App for U.S. college admissions, though some universities outside of the U.S. are also included.

DMU welcomes applications from students studying a wide range of UK, EU and international qualifications. Where applicable, we will usually make offers using the UCAS Tariff points system. The GCSE ...