Money
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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.
16 – 19 Bursary
Students aged 16 and under 19 on the 31st August 2011 who have a household income of £16,000 or under can apply for a discretionary bursary if they are not eligible to receive EMA.
Those students who are care leavers, in care, receiving their own Income Support, ESA with DLA may be eligible for a bursary of up to £1200 for the academic year.
Education Maintenance Allowances (EMA)
Students who received EMA during the academic year 2010-2011 will continue to receive EMA during the next academic year. Most students will receive £20 per week.
Adult Learning Grants (ALG)
Students who received ALG during the academic year 2010-2011 who are continuing their studies can apply for weekly payments of up to £30 (subject to financial assistance).
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 is available from Student Services. We also have information on student discounts.
