text: G'day jadziakl,\n\nThank you for your question.\n\nIt depends on the family. However, they would receive an education either through a tutor or at a school like Eton.\n\nThey could train to join the army as officer positions were purchased. Depending on their rank, positions would be purchased in the cavalry (the more prestigious) or the infantry. This practice continued until reforms in 1856 due to problems exposed by the Crimean War.\n\nThey could train for a career in Government either in Parliament or in the civil service. Being related to a rich aristocratic person was a definite advantage. There were 56 parliamentary positions abolished in 1832 which were known as "rotten boroughs" often with a handful of electors and controlled by weathy men. The aristocracy had a dominant position in parliament until the late 19th century.\n\nThey could also be sent overseas to Britains rapidly expanding empire either as Governors or colonial officials. \nThey could train to be clergymen and become bishops in the Church of England. Alternatively, they could train to become professionals most notably lawyers.\n\nGenerally, aristocratic families looked down on people who made a living from industry or trade even if they were wealthy.\n\nI have attached some sources for your reference.\n\nRegards