I am 22 years old and soon to be a student at uni in the UK. I start university in 1 month. However, I am taking a student loan for my 3-year degree, and I am very scared of what will happen if I fail (drop out), let's say during my second or even third year. Will the conditions for re-paying my debt be the same even if I drop out, and can I get imprisoned, if I don't earn enough money for re-paying that debt? I know it sounds ridiculous, but I am acting very crazy about it and sort of count my days like they are the last of freedom. I never owed anyone money before, and owing 27,000 pounds to the SLC makes me feel...not free and obliged for life. Thank you...