Money
Student Services are available to offer students 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.
Education Maintenance Allowances (EMA)
Students aged 16,17 or 18 with a household income of approximately £30,810 or less can receive weekly payments of up to £30.00.
www.direct.gov.uk
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).
Further information on the above funding can be found in our Financial Assistance for Learners leaflet. This information is available from Student Services. We also have information on student discounts.
