So im a 24 year old female looking to go to Uni this year, first time at Uni with no formal qualifications. Ive been discussing the course with the uni and have got all I need in terms of the application for the course, this has been sent. I set up a student finance account yesterday, however I did not realise that as I have been supporting myself financially for the past 6 years I am an independent student. Will this be taken into account? So far the only evidence ive been asked for is my passport details and my P60's. Does anybody know how many years going back I need these for?