Fees and Funding

What to do if in financial difficulty

There are resources available to help students who experience financial difficulties whilst at university. In the first instance you should look at your financial situation to see whether you can take steps to improve your circumstances and follow the steps below:

1. Check your government funding entitlement

Ensure that you have applied for all government funds to which you may be entitled (please visit ‘Am I Getting the support I am eligible for’ for more information).
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2. Speak to your college

Students in financial difficulties should always approach their college first. They will be able to offer advice assistance on support you may be eligible to apply for and some colleges also have their own Hardship Funds available to assist students.

Please visit the individual college websites for further details.

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3. Check your eligibility to apply for hardship funds

There are various funds available for students in hardship. Some funds will assist with course costs or help subsidise your current income, or to help you if something unexpected happens.

For more information on specific hardship funds please visit Hardship funding.

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