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Free Study Options
Free Study Options
There are lots of fees-free study opportunities available right now at Ara. Explore the options below or get in touch to find out more.
Youth Guarantee
If you’re 16-24 years old, get ahead the smart way with a free Youth Guarantee course.
Final year fees-free
From 1 January 2025, you may be able to claim back the fees for your final year of study when you complete your qualification.
Community Study
Our Ara Connect community hubs bring a range of FREE and low-cost computing courses