He presentation 2011 (updated feb 2011)

Are you thinking of applying to study a full time Higher Education course?
2011 entry

Newcastle College offer a wide range of full time Higher Education Foundation Degrees and Honours Degrees in the following subject areas:
Art & Design
Beauty
Business, Management & Computing
Engineering & Applied Science
Health, Care & Public Services
Music, Media & Performing Arts
Sport & Exercise
Tourism & Hospitality

How to Apply: September 2011 Entry
If you applying for a full-time Foundation Degree or Honours Degree you now need to use the on-line application system at www.ucas.com
Your course tutor or staff in the School Learner Zone can help you with the on-line application process. Or you can contact UCAS on 0871 468 0468 or E-mail: [email_address]

There’s also lots of financial support you can apply for
* Please note that if you are an International Student you will not be eligible for financial support and course fees will be different to those advertised

Financial Support for 2011 full time Higher Education Entrants
Tuition Fee Loan (repayable)
Maintenance Loan (repayable)
Maintenance Grant (non-repayable)
Newcastle College Bursary
(Normally non-repayable)
Access to Learning Fund (ALF) (Normally non-repayable)

Tuition Fees
All full time Higher Education students must pay tuition fees
Universities and Colleges can charge up to £3,375 per year for 2011 entry
Newcastle College fees are £3,080 per year for 2011 entry

Payment of Tuition Fees
Option 1
You can pay the annual fee yourself in 2 instalments
You will pay via standing order in November and January

Payment of Tuition Fees
Option 2
Take out a Tuition Fee Loan which is paid directly to Newcastle College
Applications for this can be made online at www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance
You will not have to pay this back until you are earning over £15,000 per year after you graduate

Maintenance Loan
Optional assistance. 72% of the maximum loan available is not means-tested (not based on your household income)
However, ALL students are advised to apply for a full financial assessment as not doing this can cause delays and can effect your eligibility for other funding. You could also be eligible for the additional 28% of loan depending on your household income
Paid directly in to your bank account in 3 instalments per year (subject to attendance)
You will not usually have to pay this back until you are earning over £15,000 per year after you graduate

Maintenance Grant
Means tested based on your household income
Up to £2,906 maximum per year
Further assistance is available for single parents, special support requirements and students with a disability
This does not have to be paid back

How to Apply
For further information with regards to Higher Education Student Finance and also to apply please go to:
www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance
Customer helpline: 0845 300 5090
You can apply from 16 March 2011
If you prefer to apply on paper, you can request a PN1 application from Student Finance England at the above contact details

Newcastle College Bursary (Free Money!)
Newcastle College offer a very generous bursary of £1,200 per year to students eligible for the full non-repayable Maintenance Grant
All other Higher Education home fees and European Union students studying at Newcastle College may receive a bursary of £600 per year
This does not normally have to be paid back
IMPORTANT: Please remember to apply for this through Student Services when you start your course

Access to Learning Fund (ALF)
(Normally non-repayable) fund which can be applied for if your student income does not cover your living costs
If an emergency financial situation arises where parents and your bank can’t help
If you need a Short Term Loan until your Maintenance Loan arrives (this Short Term Loan element would be repayable upon receipt of your Maintenance Loan)
Assessed on your specific individual situation so financial award amounts and eligibility can vary.
Cannot be used to pay your tuition fees
Apply through Student Services when you are on your course

Student Services Support
Finance advice
Course advice (pre-course and on-course)
Counselling referral & welfare issues
Connexions and Next Step careers guidance (independent and impartial help with writing UCAS Personal Statements)
Accommodation advice- visit our website

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to visit our stand in the marketplace or visit Student Services in Rye Hill House and talk to a Student Adviser for additional advice and guidance
Good luck with your future choices

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