Frequently asked questions

Lift College is a UK online distance learning provider. We offer regulated qualifications from leading awarding bodies (AQA, OCN London, TQUK, CMI, Pearson and more) with a named UK tutor, flexible pacing and a single subscription that covers everything.

Yes. We deliver qualifications regulated by Ofqual and awarded by established UK awarding bodies. Completed qualifications are recognised by UK universities, UCAS and employers in the same way as study at any other provider.

Adult learners, career changers, parents returning to work, homeschooling families and anyone who needs a flexible, fully-online route to a recognised qualification. There are no entry exams for most courses.

You study at your own pace through our online platform. Each course is broken into modules with reading, activities and assignments. You can study in short bursts (15 minutes a day) or longer blocks — whatever fits your life.

Yes. Every learner is assigned a named UK-based subject tutor. They mark your assignments, give feedback within 5 working days and answer questions by message or scheduled call.

It depends on the qualification. A GCSE typically takes 6–12 months, an A Level 9–18 months, an Access to HE Diploma 9–18 months, and CMI Levels 5 or 7 around 6–12 months. You can go faster or slower.

A laptop, tablet or smartphone and a reliable internet connection. Everything else — course materials, assignments, tutor support — is on the platform.

You pick a qualification and choose monthly or annual billing. Pause, restart or cancel anytime from your account dashboard. No minimum term, no credit check.

Yes. Your subscription covers tuition, marking, your named UK tutor and the awarding-body registration and certification fees for the qualification you are studying.

If you change your mind within 14 days of starting, request a refund from your account and we return your first payment in full, no questions.

Yes. Life happens. Pause from your dashboard, billing stops, progress saved. Restart whenever you are ready.

No. Lift College never performs credit checks for the subscription. Payment is taken by debit or credit card.

Yes. Access to HE Diplomas, A Levels and GCSEs from Lift College are accepted by UK universities through UCAS. An Access to HE Diploma typically attracts 45 UCAS Tariff points (Distinction) and is designed specifically for university entry.

No GCSEs are required for most of our Access to HE Diplomas or A Levels. We assess readiness at enrolment and our advisers will recommend the right starting point.

You apply through UCAS in the same way as any college student. Lift College issues your predicted grades and reference. Read our full guide at /guides/ucas-points-explained.

Yes. Many families use our GCSEs, IGCSEs and A Levels alongside home education. The platform tracks progress, the tutor marks all assignments and the qualification is awarded by the same awarding bodies used by schools.

Most qualifications are designed for ages 14 and above. We can advise on the right starting point — please request a callback.

Yes. Parents (or guardians) can be added to the account with a progress view. Tutor feedback and grades are visible from the dashboard.

Message your named tutor directly from the platform. For account or technical questions, request a callback or email support — we reply within one working day.

Yes. We make reasonable adjustments for dyslexia, ADHD, autism, visual or hearing impairments and other needs. Tell us at enrolment so we can plan around you.