At Bicton College we offer you advice and information on how and where you can get financial support so that you can focus on your studies.

There are many ways in which funding is available to you, which are often confusing and criteria often changes, but here are some of the options available to you:

 

Learner Support Fund (LSF)

The purpose of this fund is to give support to students who are most in needs to ensure that their studies aren’t affected by their personal circumstances. This is a means-tested fund and if you meet the criteria and adhere to the terms and conditions then you are likely to receive support within the following areas:

 

        • Accommodation
        • Childcare
        • Equipment
        • Lunch
        • Travel to and from College (19 years and over only)

 

How to apply:
Fill out the application form below that applies to you and then return it to Karen Selley, Bicton College, East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 7BY

Application form - aged 16-18yrs
Application from - aged 19+

 

 

Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA)

EMA is a weekly payment worth up to £30 per week and is paid straight in to your bank account.

You are eligible for EMA if:

 

  • you are aged between 16 – 18 years old
  • your annual household income is below £30,810 (for tax year 2008-09)
  • you are enrolled on to a full-time further education course at college

 

How to apply :

To request an application pack visit www.direct.gov.uk/ema or call the Learner Support Helpline on 0800 121 8989.

 

Adult Learning Grant (ALG)

ALG is a weekly payment worth up to £30 per week.

 

You are eligible for ALG if:

  • you are between 19-30 years old
  • you are doing your first Level 2 or Level 3 qualification
  • you are not receiving any out of work benefits

 

Applying is easy:

To request an application pack visit www.direct.gov.uk/alg or call the Learner Support Helpline on 0800 121 8989.

 

 

Frequently asked questions


Higher Education

How much are the HE tuition fees for 2009/2010? How do I repay my Student Loan? What other Bursaries are available? How much are part-time course tuition fees?

Further Education

How much are the FE tuition fees for 09/10? For students between 16- 18 there are no tuition fees Part time course fees 09/10 Full cost courses How do I pay my tuition fees?

 


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