The UK uses a centralised application system called UCAS. Students apply to most undergraduate programs through one portal, selecting up to five course choices.
There is no national application system, but most students use the Common Application, which allows applications to 1,000+ universities with one core application.
Canada does not have a single national portal. Students apply directly to universities, sometimes via provincial systems (e.g. Ontario).
There is no single Europe-wide application system. Students apply directly to institutions or through country-specific portals (e.g. France, Netherlands, Sweden).
Most Asian destinations use direct university applications, though some countries have shared platforms for certain institutions.
Students apply directly to universities or via authorised agents. There is no single national portal.
Application systems vary widely and are usually institution-specific.
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