Many care leavers go on to achieve amazing things in higher education

So can you

Have you thought of?

Northumbria University

133 courses

90 courses

Astrophysics

Discover 27 places to study

Need inspiration?

Care leavers share their experiences of higher education

"My head teacher gave me a reference that I was someone college should take an interest in, and that really gave me the confidence to do my course."

Watch Louis' story

"I plan to practise social work and make my way as high to the top as I can!"

Read Emma's story

You can do it!

There's loads of support available to help you achieve great things

How will I pay for it all?

Why higher education?
Top 10 reasons

Do I have the right grades to apply?