Mature student support and welfare

As a mature student at the University of 91̽»¨, you are entitled to access all the opportunities and resources open to any other student.

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Dedicated support

Lifelong learning has a dedicated Student Support and Welfare team, which provides specialist support and guidance to mature students.

Some of the areas we are able to assist you with include:

  • Meeting deadlines, extension requests and managing unforeseen circumstances
  • Referral to University support
  • Planning workload
  • Personal worries or stress
  • Sickness, absence and compassionate leave
  • Disability support
  • Referrals to sources of financial advice
  • Understanding results
  • Taking time out from University

University support

All lifelong learning students can also access the wide range of support services available across the University, including:

Mature Student Taster Event

Are you 21 or over and interested in one of our degrees with a foundation year?

Join us on 28 January 2025 (10 am to 1.30 pm) to find out about returning to education as a mature student.

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International scholarships

We offer a generous package of financial support for international students, including undergraduate and postgraduate taught scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee.

Applications are open for existing offer holders for programmes starting in autumn 2025.