What Will It Cost

“Will I have to pay tuition fees?”

You do not have to pay tuition fees if you are studying with us full-time, (i.e. 16 hours or more each week) and are aged between 16-18 when you start your course. You must also be from the UK/European Union and have been resident in the European Economic Area (EEA)* for the last three years.

Full-time students from the UK/European Union who have been resident in the EEA* for the last three years, and who are aged over 19 may not have to pay tuition fees.

If you are doing your first full Level 2 qualification, you will not pay tuition fees, but you will need to pay a £22 registration fee and the course assesement/examination fees.

If you are aged 19-25 and are doing your first full Level 3 qualification, you will not pay tuition fees, but you will need to pay a £22 registration fee and the course assesement/examination fees.

If you are aged over 25 and do not currently hold qualifications higher than Level 1 and you are doing your first Level 3 qualification, you will not pay tuition fees, but you will need to pay a £22 registration fee and the course assesement/examination fees.

Non UK/European Union (see page 16 for details) students will have to pay tuition fees and will need a valid visa.

Please contact Student Services on 01934 411 411 for further assistance.

Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA)

The EMA can help you with your finances, depending on your circumstances. If you are aged 16-19, you could qualify for up to £30 a week plus bonuses if you remain on your course and you make good progress.

For further information please contact Student Services on 01934 411 584.

Getting financial help

If you or your parents/carers are in receipt of benefits, or on a low income, please contact Student Services on 01934 411 584 for information about financial support that may be available.