You might want to expand your knowledge, explore a new interest, or perhaps you want some new qualifications. Being a carer often means finding new ways to find the right course and complete it, but it’s possible, and can be very rewarding. Courses are often offered online as well as in-person.
A Carers Assessment can help identify what support you might need to be able to study alongside caring.
We can also give you advice about benefits you can and can’t claim while studying full-or part-time.
Swarthmore Education Centre
Near the city centre, Swarthmore offers free Maths, English, and ESOL courses, creating a welcoming space for lifelong learners outside formal education.
Go Higher West Yorkshire
Go Higher West Yorkshire works with local colleges and universities, encouraging them to make life easier for students who are also unpaid…
Student Support Resources for Education Providers in Leeds
- Leeds Beckett – Student Wellbeing
- Leeds City College – Student Wellbeing
- Leeds College of Building – Student Support
- Leeds Conservatoire – Student Support
- Northern School of Contemporary Dance – Support Services
- University of Leeds – Support and Wellbeing
- University Centre Leeds – Student Support
UCAS
If you’re applying to University, UCAS offers information about extra support that may be available.
Open University Carers Scholarship Scheme
The OU Carers’ Scholarship could allow you to study an OU undergraduate qualification for free.