Good news for full-time students taking Higher Education courses from September 2011
You may be eligible for a non-repayment bursary!
Investing in higher education is one of the most valuable experiences you can undertake, leading to increased career prospects and greater pay. There will be costs involved, but financial support is on offer to help you get the best possible return on your investment.
In addition to financial help from the Government, you may be eligible for a bursary. These are available for full-time, higher education courses offered in partnership with Staffordshire University and best of all, you don’t have to pay them back – ever!
Staffordshire University Bursaries*
The University offers learners a bursary to help with general course costs; the bursary is means tested and depends on household income. It is not repayable.
| Household Income |
Full-Time Bursary for
Foundation Degree £ |
| £21,000 or less |
£700 |
| £21,001 to £30,810 |
£350 |
Applications for bursaries will need to be made to Staffordshire University.
Higher Education Fees 11/12
The College delivers High Education through Staffordshire University and as a part of the Staffordshire University Regional Federation (SURF) agreement adopts fees as determined by the University.
The fees have been agreed as follows:
| Full-Time |
Part-Time |
| Foundation Degree £2,363 |
Foundation Degree £960 |
| Full Degree £3,375 |
HND £960 |
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Foundation Year £2,363
HND £2,363
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For a part-time foundation degree this fee is based upon on a calculation of £12 per credit with 240 credits being generated over three years and a total 3 year fee being £2,880 |
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Higher Education Additional Learning Support (ALS)
Unlike further education the Higher Education
Funding Council (HEFCE) does not fund additional learning support to the College. The emphasis is placed upon the learner to apply for a Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). Disable Students’ Allowances provide help for students who have to meet extra costs while studying because of their disability. Applications can be made to the Local Authority online at http://www.direct.gov.uk
When a DSA has been granted to the learner, the learner can choose to buy support from the College ALS team or from a private provider support. Help with purchasing support and a list of prices is available from the College ALS Manager.
To check if you are eligible for a bursary or for more information and other financial help available to both full and part-time Higher Education students please contact:
Burton & South Derbyshire College Student Services
Tel: 01283 494474
(Situated in the glass room in the main building reception area)
Disclaimer
* This information is correct at time of going to print. Please check