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All you need to know about student finance for mature students.

What are conservatoires like? How do conservatoires differ from a university or college? Find out here.

Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, President and Vice-Chancellor and Professor April McMahon, Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students, University of Manchester

If you plan to study in the UK, you might be interested in what financial support is available to help you during your studies.

Student finance not enough to cover your university costs, like accommodation or books? Here are some options which could help.

Universities and colleges welcome students from diverse backgrounds and with a range of unique strengths and qualities. Here, we offer guidance on how to showcase the valuable and transferable skills drawn from your personal experiences and circumstances.

Not sure how to pay for your performance-based course, or how you’ll cope during your studies? Don’t worry, there’s a range of support available.

As well as a student loan, there’s other financial support available from a range of sources. Find out more about funding your undergraduate course.

Consider all the options available to you before you begin your application. Find out what places are really like, attend events, research industries, and make sure you're clear on what you want to do before you proceed.

Facts about BTEC diplomas: who they are for, the different types, how they are taught, what you need to get on one, and what you can do afterwards.

How do you choose the right postgraduate course? Many are similar so, if you are unsure, here are some ideas on how to choose the right one for you.

After GCSEs/National 5s, you could stay in school, go to a sixth form college, go to a further education (FE) college, or join a work-based training provider.

Find more information about conservatoire audition/assessment fees and how to pay for them.