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Free support for mature student applicants
If you are aged 19 or over and looking at getting into Higher Education, this programme can help you learn by breaking down information into sections.
Important information
This programme is aimed at adult learners who aim to apply to study in the 2026 academic year and intend on including UEA as one of their five course choices. The activities offered as part of this programme aim to help strengthen your university application and understanding of student finance mechanisms. By submitting this form, you are agreeing to engage in at least 3 activities throughout the programme.
Activities include:
Autumn term - an initial action planning meeting (can be held virtually or in person); personal statement support and feedback; invitation to attend interview support sessions (for health subjects only); signposting to additional learning or information sessions including open days. Additional support meetings can be arranged as required and/or needed.
Spring term - mature student Q&A webinars; student finance for mature students’ webinars; one to one meeting to discuss student finance in more detail; option to update action plan accordingly; attend an applicant day at UEA.
Summer term - Summer transition programme; get a buddy (a current student to help you transition into study); opportunities and support webinars; additional support meetings, as required and/or needed.
You can essentially choose when to engage with the programme, which will include regular touchpoints throughout the year.
Who is this programme for?
Please note the following criteria required to join this programme:
You hold the level 2 requirement (GCSE or equivalent) stated on the relevant course listing
You are studying on an Access to HE diploma (or about to start one)
If you are currently not studying, please contact admissions or review course entry requirements to ensure you would be considered for entry (please contact maturestudents@uea.ac.uk if you need any help with this).
If you are unsure, or do not currently meet the above criteria, you are welcome to book in an online meeting to discuss further prior to registering for this programme.
What happens after you sign up?
Once an application has been received, we will be in touch with you directly to offer an initial online meeting to discuss your interests and questions and create a tailored menu of activity based on the activities listed above. You will be the main driver of this programme with regular touch points and support available throughout the year. However, it is important to note that this programme does not guarantee entry on to one of our programmes but will support you throughout the process including how to make your application stand out and help you to understand what to expect on a practical level. If you have any questions, please contact us by email on maturestudents@uea.ac.uk.