The maximum fee contribution for the year 2001-2002 has not yet been set but is likely to be in the region of 1,080. Therefore most students are eligible for support to help meet these fees. The LEA or appropriate body will firstly determine eligibility for support under this system and, secondly, the amount of Government assistance you are entitled to. You are strongly advised to apply for assessment even if you think you may have to pay the maximum contribution. Failure to do so may mean that you will have to pay the full fees charged by the University if your circumstances change during the course of your studies and you may not be eligible for a student loan.
Separate arrangements apply for part-time courses.
Living Costs and Loans UK students may apply for a loan to help towards their living costs. You should apply to your LEA or appropriate authority for a loan at the same time as you apply to them for assessment of your tuition fee contribution. They will confirm the maximum loan you are entitled to and ask how much you wish to borrow. Loans have to be repaid but repayments only start when your income is above 10,000 a year. Grants Students with dependants, single parent students and disabled students may be entitled to a grant for help in meeting certain living costs.