Frequently asked questions
If you are thinking about starting a degree after taking time out of education, there are multiple routes into university you can take.
- Degrees with a foundation year - studying a course with a foundation year is the perfect route if you're ready to study at university but don't quite have the right qualifications for your course.
- Accreditation of prior learning - use your work experience to get a headstart on your new degree, using our accreditation of prior learning (APL).
- Return to Study programmes - these free six-week programmes will help you prepare for university study and get your application ready.
To find out more about the different options available to you, visit our Return to Study webpage.
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