The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a new UK government initiative designed to give adults flexible access to student finance throughout their lives. Whether you're planning a career change, aiming for progression, or simply want to learn something new, the LLE allows you to invest in your future at your own pace.
The LLE is for anyone who wants to keep learning. It's ideal if you're:
Coming back to study after a break? The LLE makes it easier to pick up where you left off.
Ready for something new? Retrain in a different field or build on your existing skills.
Juggling work, family, or other responsibilities? Study at a pace that fits your life.
Prefer to take things step by step? Study individual modules without committing to a full programme.
You can access funding equivalent to four years of undergraduate study, currently up to £37,000. Use your entitlement in the way that works best for you:
For a full qualification
Spread across your career
Build skills step by step
Return whenever you need
Coming January 2027
More detailed course information coming soon.
Not at all. You can:
In many cases, yes. The LLE is designed to support lifelong learning, including retraining and reskilling even if you’ve studied before.
Repayments work in a similar way to current student loans. You only start repaying once you earn above £25,000 per year.
This means you can focus on learning now and repay later, when you can afford to.
We’ll support you every step of the way. You can: