Our free on-campus and online events will help you find out more about the Lifelong Learning Centre’s foundation years and our full and part-time degrees for adult learners.
You can also join us at our general sessions, where we will cover topics such as student finance, returning to education and support for mature students.
If you have any questions, you can complete the Lifelong Learning Centre enquiry form and someone will get back to you.
Our upcoming events
Adult learner autumn school
Tuesday 17 to Thursday 19 September, 9.30am to 2.30pm
Calling adult learners! Are you thinking about university?
Join us for this free, three-day event at the University of Leeds.
What is it?
An opportunity to:
- try out informal taster sessions in different subject areas
- find out more about your options for work and study and the financial support available at university
- meet other adult learners and explore a university campus.
Who is it for?
Adults who are either:
- not currently studying and interested in finding out more about their options in education
- studying at Level 2 or Level 3 (for example, GCSE, NVQ Level 3, etc).
Please note: this event will not be relevant to you if you already have a degree from the UK or overseas, or if you are currently studying for an Access to HE Diploma.
Lunch and refreshments will be provided on all three days.
A small number of pre-school childcare places in the University nursery are also available for this event. Please register your interest as soon as possible if you need childcare and we’ll contact you to discuss this.
Register your interest in the Adult leaner autumn school and we’ll be in touch with you to discuss your application.
An introduction to student finance for part-time students
Tuesday 9 July, 6pm to 7.30pm
Are you thinking about applying to university to study a part-time degree, and want to find out more about the financial support available to you?
Join us for an online event to learn about:
- applying for student finance as a part-time student
- loans and grants available from Student Finance England for part-time degree courses
- additional financial assistance you may be entitled to
- support available to mature students at the University of Leeds.
Book your place at the Introduction to student finance event
Applicant drop-in sessions for adult learners
If you have questions about your application or would like some help with applying, you’d be very welcome to attend one of our applicant drop-in sessions for adult learners, which happen every Tuesday from 2pm to 5pm at our Marjorie and Arnold Ziff Building location.
There’s no need to book – just pop along and Lifelong Learning Centre staff members will be available to answer your questions and help you with your application.
We can help you with:
- Completing your part-time application form or your full-time online application via UCAS
- Writing your personal statement
- Applying for student finance
- Preparing for your Alternative Entry test(s) if applicable
- Understanding any other entry conditions you've been asked to meet
Studying as a mature student
Wednesday 17 July, 6pm to 7.30pm
This event is online.
Whether you’re thinking about doing a degree for your career or following a lifelong passion, there’s no such thing as a ‘typical’ mature student.
This online event will dispel some myths and answer common questions about studying as an adult.
Undergraduate Open Days
If you’re considering applying to Leeds, we’d encourage you to come along to an Undergraduate Open Day.
Our 2024 Open Day dates are:
- Saturday 5 October
- Saturday 19 October
You can learn about our courses, explore our campus, meet staff and students here at the Lifelong Learning Centre and find out more about what student life is like.