Finance
Student Services are available to offer you information, advice and guidance regarding financial support whilst studying. Assistance will be given to access appropriate funding this includes personal one to one appointments, as well as group presentations.
The financial support available includes:
Adult Learning Grants (ALG)
Students aged 19 or over studying for a first full level 2 or first level 3 qualification can apply for weekly payments of up to £30.00 (subject to financial assessment).
www.direct.gov.uk
Care to Learn Funding
You can claim Care to learn if you are a parent who is under 20 years old and studying.
www.dfes.gov.uk
Discretionary Learner Support Funding
Students studying on full or part time courses who have a household income of £21,000 or below can apply. Students will usually be eligible if they are on a benefit.
A contribution towards course related costs can be made (subject to funding).