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Additional funding

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.

Adjusting to the UK as an international student

While studying overseas is a unique and exciting experience, it’s also normal to feel anxious about living in a new culture and organising a lot of different things. This guide runs through everything you need to know about adjusting to life as a student in the UK so you can focus on enjoying the amazing experience that lies ahead.

Adult nurse

Adult nurses are expert members of a medical team. They plan and deliver vital treatment for a wide range of patients with different needs and conditions.

Advanced Learner Loans

An Advanced Learner Loan helps with the costs of further education courses. Content provided by Student Finance England.

Alternatives to higher education

If you're undecided about uni or your plans have changed, there are other options after secondary education, such as apprenticeships, gap years, overseas study, and more. This page explains university alternatives.

Alternatives to university

Going to uni or doing an apprenticeship isn’t right for everybody. When researching post-16 plans, it’s important your child weighs up all their options to make the right decision for them in the long-term.