We understand that being a student in financial hardship can be a huge hurdle to overcome. Funds are available to assist students with the costs associated with attending college such as essential kits, uniforms, materials, and childcare, etc.
You may be eligible to access financial support through the following funds during the academic year:
- 16 to 19 Bursary
- 19+ Adult Bursary
- Advanced Learner Loan Bursary
- 20+ Childcare
How to apply for financial support
Read the information on this page.
To make an application for bursary and childcare, students must apply online using this link
You must register first and then submit your application including supporting documents requested on the application form. The process is fairly straightforward forward but if you are not confident in using the online feature, you may wish to ask a family member or a friend to support you. Bursary staff will also be available at the main campuses if you need further advice. Once you have submitted your application will receive updates and notifications sent to your college email address.
Click here to view the video on how to apply.
Click here to view the user guide on how to apply.
Common examples of supporting evidence:
Click here to see an example of a Universal Credit statement
Click here to see an example of Tax Credits Awards notice
Click here to see an example of P60/Payslip
16 to 19 Bursary
Students must be aged 16 or over but under 19 on 31 August 2021 to be eligible for help from the bursary fund in the 2021 to 2022 academic year. Students aged 19 on 31st August are only eligible to receive a discretionary bursary if they are continuing on a study programme they began aged 16 to 18 (‘19+ continuers’) or have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) up to the age of 24.
The two types of Bursaries are Discretionary bursary and Vulnerable students’ bursary: