further education

American  

noun

British.

1. adult education.

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further education British  

noun

1. (in Britain) formal education beyond school other than at a university or polytechnic

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Etymology

Origin of further education

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

Instead, he thinks more money should be invested in early years and further education - to reduce the nearly a million young people not in education, employment or training.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Those under 18 or in further education will be eligible for child support.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

The number of further education courses in the sector had also fallen, while degree courses focused on software, data and environmental science had seen little change since 2022.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

There are a variety of trusts your parents can choose from, including matching a beneficiary’s income dollar for dollar and/or providing funds for further education, the law firm adds.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 18, 2026

She was just beginning further education in music at the Moscow State Conservatory, one of the most respected music schools in the entire world.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein