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Hear Tony's Story
“I realised I’d spent the best part of 20 years in a career that I didn’t really have much passion for. So I quit my job and I found a position as a PE teacher in Stockholm, and I absolutely loved it. And it’s brought me here to get myself qualified. I reached out to a Student Recruitment officer at UA92, and he made it happen.”
After a huge change in his career, and with a family to support, Tony needed a flexible course that would allow him to get his degree faster. At UA92, he could focus on one module at a time, and study an accelerated degree, so he could get his qualification in two years, rather than three.
Hear more about Tony’s Road to Greatness.
Road to GreatnessFAST FORWARD
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Designed for people aged 19+, our Fast Forward course aims to boost your confidence and help you find the right route to degree-level study.
Find out how you can apply for higher education as a mature student and what support is out there for you.
FIND OUT MOREENTRY REQUIREMENTS
NOT SURE IF YOU HAVE THE RIGHT QUALIFICATIONS?
Are you unsure if you meet the entry requirements to apply for a degree? Often mature students don’t have the standard qualifications that a college leave may have. Don’t worry we take into account more than just your grades so if you don’t quite meet the expected entry requirements we may still be able to offer you a place on a course.
FIND OUT MOREFINANCING YOUR STUDIES
WONDERING HOW TO FINANCE YOUR STUDIES AS A MATURE STUDENT?
There’s no age limit on eligibility for Tuition Fee Loans. Anyone can apply, providing that they’re going to be studying for their first undergraduate degree. A means-tested Maintenance Loan is also available to all students who are eligible for student finance.
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MATURE STUDENTS WHO ARE PARENTS MAY GET ADDITIONAL FUNDING?
Parents’ Learning Allowance and Childcare Grants are available to eligible students with children in higher education. These allowances are to support you with living costs and childcare while studying.
FIND OUT MOREBALANCING WORK AND STUDY
WORKING ALONGSIDE YOUR STUDIES.
Great news! The UA92 timetable is structured into half days so you either study in the morning or the afternoon. Leaving you time to be able to work part-time, sporting commitments, hobbies or caring responsibilities.
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FIND OUT MOREAm I classed as a mature student?
If you are aged 21+ and are starting an undergraduate course, you are classed as a mature student.
Do I need recent qualifications to apply?
UA92 accept a wide range of qualifications. Take a look at our entry requirements, and the course you’re interested in, for further details. In line with our Contextual Admissions Policy, we can consider a range of life and work experiences along with (or sometimes, in place of) traditional qualifications, on a case by case basis. Get in touch with us at futures@ua92.ac.uk, and we can discuss this with you.
Can I still apply for student finance?
Yes, if this is your first higher education qualification. There is no upper age limit on tuition fee loans, so you can still receive the maximum tuition fee loan. Find out more about tuition fees here. For maintenance loans, if you’re aged 60 and over on the first day of your course, you may receive a limited maintenance loan. If you’re aged 25 and over, you’re usually classed as ‘independent’ for means-testing, meaning your maintenance support will be based of your own income, rather than your parents’.
How do I apply as a mature student?
Applications normally go through UCAS, but you can contact us at futures@ua92.ac.uk for any support you need with your UCAS application. Find out more on the UCAS website.
If you have the required qualifications, you can apply directly by emailing us at futures@ua92.ac.uk.
Are there flexible study options?
At UA92, we offer the flexibility and support you need to balance your studies with your responsibilities. This includes multiple entry points throughout the year, an allocated fixed AM or PM timetable* and the option to study in 2 years or 3. Find out more about the benefits of studying at UA92 here.
* If you start in February or April or as an accelerated student, we can’t guarantee your timetable will be fixed am/pm throughout your studies.
What support is available before and during the course?
Our Student Recruitment team are here to support you through the application process, and can answer any questions you have.
From before you start until you graduate, we have dedicated student support services available, including mental health and 1-2-1 counselling sessions with our team.
The UA92 Careers Service is here to help you explore your ambitions and build the skills, confidence and experience you need beyond your degree.
I haven’t studied in years — will I cope academically?
At UA92, the fixed AM or PM timetable* and studying one module at a time makes it easier to put the time and focus into each module of your course. You’ll also benefit from small class sizes rather than busy lectures, meaning you’ll receive more dedicated support from your academics. We also don’t do traditional end-of-year exams**, so you’ll be assessed on assignments throughout your course.
* If you start in February or April or as an accelerated student, we can’t guarantee your timetable will be fixed am/pm throughout your studies.
** There may be exams in some subject areas where external accreditations are available.
