Mature students

Studying at Leeds as a mature student

We welcome mature undergraduate students from all backgrounds and the range of experiences they bring.

Mature students are students over 21 years old, or students no longer in compulsory full-time education. Mature students study across a range of full-time degrees at Leeds, from foundation years to fine art, electronic and electrical engineering, sociology and many more. Others are studying part-time degrees, in subjects including business leadership and child and family studies. 听

The Lifelong Learning Centre provides free specialist guidance, advice and support to mature and part-time students, from pre-application through to graduation and beyond.听

Apply for an undergraduate part-time course using our Microsoft Form.

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If you鈥檙e thinking of studying at Leeds and don't hold formal qualifications, don鈥檛 let that stand in your way. Email the Lifelong Learning Centre at lifelonglearning@leeds.ac.uk or call us on +44(0) 113 343 3212.

Part-time and foundation year courses

Explore our course options including part-time degrees and foundation year courses.
JumpStart taster course

Our free short course helps you build the skills and confidence that you鈥檒l need for university.
Open Days and information sessions

Join our on-campus and online events for information about courses, student life and returning to education.
Free advice and guidance appointments

Get confidential advice on routes into higher education, financial support, courses and applying.
Support for mature students

The Lifelong Learning Centre provides support before, during and after your studies.
Worried about funding your studies? This blog answers common questions around student finance.