Part time Higher Education students, who are studying at least 50% of an equivalent full-time course, can apply for financial help. Your entitlement will depend on your income and that of your spouse / partner. Student Finance NI will work out how much support you can get. You may be able to receive the following:
- A Tuition Fee Grant (see table below)
- A Course Grant (up to £265)
Please note: course grant does not depend on course intensity
The Tuition fee grant will depend on how intense your course is. For example, if you study at a rate equivalent to 75% of a full-time course, you could qualify for a higher fee grant than a student studying at a rate equivalent to 50% of a full-time course.
The table below sets out the maximum fee grant and course grant you may get, depending on the intensity of your course.
|
Intensity of Study |
Maximum Fee Grant |
Maximum Course Grant |
Maximum Total Support Available |
|
Equivalent to 50% to 59% of the full time course |
£820 |
£265 |
£1085 |
|
Equivalent to 60% to 74% of the full time course |
£985 |
£265 |
£1250 |
|
Equivalent to 75% or more of the full time course |
£1230 |
£265 |
£1495 |
You are not entitled to apply for this help if:
- You already have a degree
- You are on a part-time teacher-training course (although you may qualify for full-time support)
Important: Applications for Part Time Higher Education become available in August. You are advised to make your application as early as possible.
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