Information and timelines are based on current government information and may be subject to change. We will update this page as more information is released.
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) is a UK Government initiative designed to give people more flexibility in how they fund higher education and training over their lifetime. The initiative aims to make higher education more accessible and adaptable, so you can develop new skills, retrain or return to education at various stages of your career.
Under current government proposals, eligible learners may be able to access LLE for the equivalent of up to four years of higher education study. You can use this funding in different ways over time, for example, by studying a full qualification or by building learning gradually through smaller courses or modules.
The LLE is expected to apply only to eligible courses and modes of study, as determined by the UK Government and the Student Loans Company (SLC). Not all courses or forms of study will be covered.
Eligibility, course availability and the amount of funding you may be able to access are assessed by Student Finance England / the Student Loans Company, not by Coventry University.
What the LLE may support
Subject to government rules and individual eligibility, the LLE is intended to help learners:
- study at different points in your life: study a full qualification in one go, or spread your funding across shorter courses, modules or professional training
- build, update or change skills over time
- access funding for eligible tuition fees and, where applicable, maintenance support.
When will the LLE be available?
Learners are currently expected to be able to apply for the LLE funding from September 2026 for eligible courses or modules starting from January 2027. These timelines are based on current government information and may be subject to change.
Repayment information
Full details of repayment under the Lifelong Learning Entitlement have not yet been confirmed by the government. Repayment terms are expected to depend on the type of loan taken and individual circumstances, including income. Different repayment plans, thresholds, repayment rates and loan terms may apply.
For the most up-to-date information about eligibility, information on how to apply, amount, repayment and how the LLE may apply to you, please check out the government website.
