is it too late?

[gossipgirlxo]

Ive spent the last few years playing with the idea of going to uni.. the thing thats holding me back is being a single mum to DS who is 3, how would I manage uni and a child? how would I be able to pay the rent & all my other bills?

Anyone have any experiences?

Following with interest. Mum two, work part time, want To go back to uni to get a masters.

You need to talk to the Universities you are interested in. It varies from place to place, ask about child care, accommodation, finance and financial aid and any other support.

I did open university. I remember my dad going to university when I was little. It's possible, but hard work.

I'm a single parent of a preschooler starting a degree this year. I also studied a full time HNC last year, If you have any questions?

I'm now doing second year, I have 4 children aged 4-18. Luckily I have support from them. But it us still manageable as I know a few other single parent students saying it a lot easier and simpler than expected.

Depending on your study if contact time with lectures/seminars can range from 9-16 hours. Mine is 2 days, I have timetable changed to cover two days instead of 4 or 5. The universities are very supportive (mine are) in making your study time and attendance as convenient for you as possible

Supper from older three 15-18 looking after youngest

Support

Check out the student finance England website, which explains financial aid available in loans, grants etc. Also help with childcare