In September when the summer's drawing to an end and the children are returning to school, many people feel like it is the beginning of a new year.

For those starting courses at school, college or University it is a new beginning, bringing new opportunities and challenges.

So what will you be looking forward to this September? If you're ready for a challenge and want to make a difference to your life it's not to late to enrol on a course at University. The University of Central Lancashire particularly welcomes local students and is still taking enrolments on some courses up to the end of the month.

If you're already working, a part-time professional qualification could open doors and help you to progress your career or to run your business more efficiently.

If you missed out on qualifications at school and want a second chance you may be surprised to learn that mature students don't always need formal qualifications to start a degree course.

Work or life experience can sometimes be accepted instead, and there are specially designed 'Access' courses which will bring you up to speed to start a degree course in a year or less.

Many students have already taken this route and find that with the support of tutors and encouragement of fellow students they have surprised themselves with their achievements.

Information about courses on offer at the UCL call Preston (01772) 201 201 or have a look at our website at www.uclan.ac.uk.