Universal Credit: The Basics

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About Course

Understand how Universal Credit works in Great Britain: who can claim, how your monthly award is built up, how earnings and savings affect it, and what you must do to keep it. Figures are the 2026/27 rates published on GOV.UK.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course gives general information about Universal Credit in Great Britain, using 2026/27 rates published on GOV.UK in October 2026. It is not benefits advice; check your own entitlement with GOV.UK or a free advice service.

What Will You Learn?

  • Know who can claim Universal Credit and how a household claim works Understand the standard allowance and the extra elements for children, disability, caring and housing See how the 55% taper and work allowance affect payments when you earn Avoid common problems such as missed journal actions, sanctions and unreported changes

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • What Universal Credit is and who can claim
  • How your award is worked out (2026/27 rates)
  • Working while on Universal Credit
  • Keeping your claim on track

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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