Our Return to Study programmes
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Business - Return to Study
Are you 21 or older and interested in business, management, tourism, or hospitality? If you lack the qualifications for a degree, our Return to Study course can get you ready for university. - Course
Nursing - Return to Study
Dreaming of a nursing career but missing the Level 3 qualifications for a degree? If you're over 21, our Return to Study programme is tailored to help you prepare for higher education. - Course
Sport - Return to Study, Entry Programme
Are you passionate about a career in sports but don't have the formal qualifications for a degree? Our Sports Return to Study programme could be the perfect fit if you're 21 or older.
Routes into higher education
Foundation year courses
Looking to start a degree but don’t necessarily have the right qualifications? We have a wide range of courses with an integrated foundation year.Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)
You can use your work experience to get a headstart on your new degree, using our accreditation of prior learning (APL).Mature student support
From funding university study to applying for a degree, get the support and answers you need from our mature student support page.
You're in good company
Around two thirds of our students are over 21 years old when they start their degree. You'll be amongst plenty of other mature students at UCLan going through the same experience.
We're listed in the top 10 UK universities for students aged over 50
UK Universities with Most Students Over 50 - Sunlife, 2023Why returning to study as a mature student isn't scary
Chelsea shares her experience as a mature studentReturning to study after a life-changing event
Martina's shares how she returned to study via a foundation degreeGoing back to university after a 9-year break
Rebekah shares her return to study experience in midwifery
Useful information
Fees and funding
Invest in your future with us. Find out about tuition fees and various financial support options like scholarships and bursaries.
Mature student support
Returning to study as a mature student can help you start a new career, improve your job prospects or expand your knowledge. Find out how we can support you.
Campus tours
Get a feel for our campuses and check out the facilities on our campus tours. Our campus tours are led by current students and offer a great way to have an informal look around.
Student stories
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Game on for Neil after degree helps secure dream job
A Preston man has turned his love of gaming into a full-time career, after completing a BSc (Hons) degree in Computer Games Development at UCLan. Read more. - Article
Burnley student shares benefits of returning to study
Aicha Khan is currently in Year 2 of the BA (Hons) Children, Schools and Families after completing the Foundation Year Health and Social Care course and credits the course with some big improvements in her life from growing in confidence to becoming a better parent. - Article
Discover why Rupak decided to return to study MBA
As a returning UCLan student, Rupak previously studied MSc Network Computing and decided to return to develop his skills in business management.
