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Thinking about uni? Get your money facts straight with our starter guide
Money to help you study at college or school or go into work based learning as a trainee
This site provides services and information for those in England who are interested in financial support for students in Higher Education.
Going to University – what does it cost?
You will need to cover your tuition fees, your accommodation and living costs.
What help’s available?
See Student Finance for the latest information.
There will be a new system for fees and repayment costs for students starting a higher education course in 2012. There is more information in Student Finance FAQs from BIS.
Applying for funding
Applications are made on line to Student Finance England. The deadline date for new students to apply for student finance is 31 May 2012 and for returning students is 29 June 2012.
Sponsorships
Some employers offer sponsorships to students on full-time courses. Usually sponsorship would include a bursary, guaranteed vacation work; and if you’re on a sandwich course spending your work experience placements with the company. You’re not guaranteed a job with the sponsor company, but many use sponsorship as a way of selecting graduate recruits to their company.
Most sponsorships are in vocational subjects such as engineering, construction or business, and there’s strong completion for sponsorships.
The UK Sponsorship Database has information on sponsorship opportunities and you’ll find other information in the library at your school or college.
You can use the library in your Connexions Centre too as it has information for you to read or take away.