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Financial support

These are available through your university. Hardship funds are created from money the government gives universities to help students in any way they see fit. But the amount you can receive is small (no more than ?500) and ha...

Hardship funds

These are available through your university. Hardship funds are created from money the government gives universities to help students in any way they see fit. But the amount you can receive is small (no more than ?500) and has to be paid back as if it were a loan. Most full-time and part-time students are eligible to apply for these funds but there are often many conditions attached.

Access funds

Like hardship funds, access funds were created by the government to help out students in financial need. How much and who gets access to these funds varies at each college and university. Students must meet the same conditions of a student loan and be in an undergraduate or postgraduate course. You must be able to prove your financial difficulties. Contact your student services office for more information.

Bursaries and scholarships

Bursaries are offered by companies to students from disadvantaged backgrounds, while sponsorships are given by companies to students for their high academic achievements. There are often many different types of bursaries and scholarships available within each course, so if you're planning on working hard and achieving high grades, it may be beneficial to see if you qualify and then apply. Check with your course office to see what prizes are awarded each year.
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