Open Days and information sessions
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Our free on-campus and online events will help you find out more about our foundation year courses and full/part-time degrees for adult learners.
You can also join our general sessions, where we’ll cover topics such as student finance, returning to education and support for mature students.
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Applicant drop-in sessions
Drop by the Lifelong Learning Centre in-person for help with your application for any of our courses, applying for student finance, writing your personal statement and anything else we can assist you with.
Our weekly applicant drop-in sessions will run every Tuesday afternoon from 1 to 4pm from Tuesday 3 March 2026 until the end of August 2026.
Please note that there will be no drop-ins on Tuesday 7 April 2026 and Tuesday 26 May 2026 when the University will be closed.
Upcoming events
12 March and 17 March: Pathways to university for adults
Thursday 12 March, 10.00am to 2.00pm – in-person
Tuesday 17 March, 6.00pm to 7.30pm – online
Join us in-person or online to learn about the following courses for mature learners at the University of Leeds:
Preparation for Higher Education – a part-time, evening foundation year for adults
Professional Studies – a broad degree designed for adults, available part-time or full-time
You will:
- Try out a short taster session of each course
- Hear from other adults who have returned to education
- Learn about student finance and support for mature students at Leeds
Lunch and refreshments will be provided at the in-person event, and you'll also have the opportunity to explore the University campus.
We have a small number of free pre-school childcare places available in the University nursery for the in-person event. Please book as soon as possible if you need childcare and we'll call you to discuss your requirements.
Book your place for Pathways to university for adults.
31 March: Adult learner drop-in
Tuesday 31 March, 10.00am to 1.00pm and 4.00pm to 6.30pm – in-person
Are you thinking about your next steps?\ Have you never had the chance to get a degree?
Pop into the Lifelong Learning Centre to learn about studying as a mature student and the support available to help you get back into learning.
Drop in at any time between 10.00am and 1.00pm or 4.00pm and 6.30pm to:
- Explore our courses designed for adults, including part-time options and flexible entry requirements
- Hear from current students and course tutors
- Find out more about financial support to help you study
- Learn about other support available
- Get advice on your next steps
Children are welcome, and feel free to bring a friend.
Book your place for our Adult learner drop-in.
9 April: An introduction to student finance
Thursday 9 April, 6.00pm to 7.30pm – online
Are you worried about the cost of going to university?\ Do you want to find out more about the financial support available to you?
Join our online information session to learn about:
- Applying for student finance as a part-time or full-time student
- Loans and grants available from Student Finance England for part-time and full-time degree courses
- Additional financial assistance you could be entitled to
- Support available to mature students at the University of Leeds
Book your place for An introduction to student finance.