Graduates could pay back students loans when their earnings reach a certain level.
An expert group on education is examining the possibility of people repaying their tuition fees when their wages are high enough.
It's proposed that the tax man could collect the money through the income tax system.
There's also a preference to keep a maintenance grant in place for low-income families.
While a sraft report is due to be completed next month, a decision on the move is unlikely before the next election.