Very well designed app and a genuinely useful concept. I like that UniStart focuses on making higher education more accessible and less intimidating for people in England.
Diana C.Facebook
For mothers · UK
Are you a mum who keeps putting university off? In the UK you can do it, funded through Student Finance.
Around your schedule and your child's. Free, supportive guidance. You pay £0; the university pays us.
£0 for you Free guidance 2 days/week
No pressure. No obligation. No cost.
★★★★★ Over 3,200 mums have checked, free
What we do for you
- → We help you choose the right course for you
- → We complete the application together, step by step
- → We guide you all the way to graduation
£0
cost
2 days
per week
24-48h
response
Over 3,200 mums have checked, free ★★★★★
Let's be honest
“University, with a young child and a job? Sounds impossible.”
And you're right to be sceptical. Plenty promise what they don't deliver. So let us show you why, this time, it really is possible, and why it costs you nothing.
You pay nothing
Never. The university pays us when you enrol.
Around your life
2 days a week, with evening and weekend options. Built for a mum's schedule.
We tell you straight
No promised figures. We estimate your funding on your own situation.
Is it for you?
Young child at home
Your schedule has to be flexible. It can be: 2 days a week, evening or weekend.
Returning after a break
You've been home a few years and want back into work, with a real qualification.
You want a career
Not just a job. A UK degree opens doors, and your child sees you doing it.
From “I want to know” to your first day, in 4 steps
1
You fill in the form
2 minutes. Estimate on the spot.
2
Guidance in plain English
A specialist, no pressure.
3
Application support
CV, letters, funding.
4
Offer and enrolment
Support after you start, too.
Real people, real messages
Great and new concept, professional presentation, and very useful for people living in the UK who want to explore funded university courses. The mobile app is clean, modern, and easy to use. Looking forward to seeing UniStart grow.
Marius C.Facebook
It offers step-by-step guidance for finding courses, understanding Student Finance, and preparing for applications and interviews. The app is easy to use and focuses on making the process feel less confusing, especially for first-time or mature students.
Cristina S.Facebook
UniStart is one of the most professional education platforms I've seen for people in the UK looking to start university. Everything is explained clearly, especially Student Finance and the application process. Highly recommended for anyone feeling confused about where to begin.
Ionuț O.Facebook
Amazing communication, quick and prompt response of any questions and inquiries, very good results, helpful. Thank you.
Ana Lucia F.Google
UniStart made the university application process much easier for me. The platform is simple to use, and the student finance guidance was genuinely helpful.
Cosmin B.Facebook
I was a lucky person to have met Radu, who helped me with my admission to a UK university. I was guided with patience, professionalism and dedication through all the stages, from the application file to writing the personal statement. His support was invaluable.
Giulia S.Google
The truth vs. what you've heard
“I've no time with a child and a job”
Courses are 2 days a week, with evening and weekend options. Many mums study while keeping their job.
“My English isn't good enough”
Conversational English is usually enough. There's also a preparatory Foundation Year.
“I'm too old at 38”
There's no age limit. We have mums who started at 40+ and graduated with flying colours.
“It must cost money somewhere”
Tuition is covered through Student Finance (a loan, not money from your pocket now). Our guidance is free: the university pays us, not you.
“I don't have my documents from back home”
The Foundation Year route doesn't require home-country diplomas. Your adviser tells you your option.
See how much you could get
A rough estimate in seconds. For the exact figure on your situation, an adviser confirms it for free.
Calculate your fundingFrequently asked questions
Is it really free?
Our guidance is 100% free: the university pays us, not you. Tuition is covered through Student Finance, a loan you repay only if you earn above a threshold.
How many hours a week?
Usually 2 days a week, with morning, evening or weekend options.
Do I have to pay the money back?
The loan is repaid only if you earn above a threshold, in small instalments from your salary.
Do I qualify with Pre-Settled status?
In many cases, yes. It depends on your UK history; your adviser checks.
September 2026 intake. Places available now.
Checking takes 2 minutes. It costs nothing. A real adviser contacts you within 24 hours.
Check if you qualifyNo pressure. No obligation. No cost.