Return to Study
Thinking about starting a degree after taking time out of education? There are many routes into university you can take and we'll help you every step of the way.
Thinking about Clearing but not sure how it works?
Our team see hundreds of students secure places during Clearing every year, and this year will be no different. Get in touch today and start your success story.
Get in touchRoutes into higher education
Foundation entry
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)
Mature student support
Return to Study programmes
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
Why returning to study as a mature student isn't scary
Returning to study after a life-changing event
Going back to university after a 9-year break
Student living costs
Thinking about applying to university and wondering how you’ll afford it? We can help you understand how to manage your finances. Find out what support is available during your time at university.
Visit our cost of living support hubOur Return to Study programmes
Discover our free short courses
Don't have Level 3 qualifications, such as A levels or BTECs? Join one of our free fast-track Return to Study programmes and apply for a related degree. These programmes help you translate your work experience into a degree application.
Apply now for our Business or Health & Social Care programme. Alternatively, email the team for information about future courses.
Armed forces
We provide full support for armed forces personnel and their families. From course funding and settling in to university, to finding suitable training and careers advice. We can help you make that step back to civilian life.
Find out more about our supportUseful information
Fees and funding
Studying with us is one of the biggest investments you'll make towards your future. We're here to help you every step of the way. Find out about tuition fees and financial support available such as 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
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.
Aicha Khan is currently in Year 2 of the BA (Hons) Children, Schools and Families after completing the Foundation Entry 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.
As a returning UCLan student, Rupak previously studied MSc Network Computing and decided to return to develop his skills in business management.
