Frequently asked questions
We know how complicated student finance can be! Why not see if we've answered your question before you contact us?
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How much does it cost to do a degree? |
Check our online listings for more information on individual course fees. |
| I can’t afford to do a course unless I get financial support. What do you advise? | See our step-by-step guide to financial support to see if you are eligible.
Alternatively, you can call our Student Financial Support Office or come to see us at an Open Evening. |
| I’m thinking of starting my course in October. When can I apply for financial support? | You can start applying for Government financial support from August onwards, so long as you are enrolled on a course already. |
| My financial circumstances are very complicated!
Is it possible for me to speak to someone face-to-face? |
If you are planning to study one of our Bloomsbury courses, contact our Student Financial Support Office or come to see us at an Open Evening.
If you are planning to study one of our Stratford courses, contact our Birkbeck, Stratford Administration Office or come to one of our Stratford Open Evenings. |
| Can I apply for financial support before I apply for a course? | No. You need to be enrolled on your course before you can apply for financial support.
Check our step-by-step guide to financial support for more details. |
| I can’t get a Government fee grant, but it looks like I can get a course grant. Is any other financial support available for me? | If you are awarded a Government course grant, you may qualify for other funding, such as the Access to Learning Fund.
Please contact our Student Financial Support Office for advice. |
| My course has already started. Is it too late for me to get financial support? | The application deadline for Government fee and/or course grants is six months after the official start of your course, and other financial support is also available after you start studying.
Check our step-by-step guide to financial support to see what you can apply for. |
| I want to do a BSc but I already have a BA.
Will I be able to get financial support? |
You are only eligible for Government grants if you haven't already done a degree. |
| When do I need to submit my application for financial support? | The Government accepts applications after the start of your undergraduate course or foundation degree.
Find out more about the application deadlines here. |
| I've checked the eligibility guidelines. I am pretty sure I can get a Government fee and course grant.
Do I need to make an appointment with you? |
No, you can enrol online without up-front payment (by selecting the applying for a Government Grant payment option). Then you need to get a copy of the PTG1 application form, complete it and send it to us for authorisation. We will then post it back to you. |
| Does the financial support I get depend on the course I do? | Financial support entitlement differs depending on the level you study. But if you are planning to study a foundation degree or undergraduate degree, it doesn’t matter which one you want to do – it is the person that is funded, not the course.
Find out more about Government fee and course grants. |
| I'm getting worried.
I haven’t heard from Student Finance England about my PTG1 grant application, even though I applied three months ago. Can you contact them for me? |
If you haven’t heard back from them, you should follow up the application yourself.
For advice or assistance, please contact our Student Financial Support Office. |
