Different programmes have different concessions and/or loans.
If you are under 19 on 31st August prior to the start of your further education course you will be eligible for free tuition. Some costs may still be involved, such as trips or uniform, but this will be discussed with you at enrolment. There is financial support available subject to eligibility.
(There are no reductions due to age on Higher Education courses eg HNC/HND/BEng/BSc/Fdn Degree)
This is not applicable to apprenticeships. Our apprenticeship team will discuss this with you once you have applied.
Students who are not eligible to claim free tuition under Level 2 Entitlement (see Level 2 Entitlement funding categories), may be eligible for free tuition if they meet any of the following criteria:
To claim one of these concessions you will need to declare your status and upload proof of your earnings and/or benefits during the enrolment process. The proof must be dated no more than three months prior to your course start date, and could be 3 months wage slips, an employment contract, or 3 months universal credit statements.
*Thresholds subject to change.
This is not applicable to apprenticeships. Our apprenticeship team will discuss this with you once you have applied.
The Level 1 Diploma in Land-Based Studies (Animal Care) is designed for students who have entry requirements of four grade 2's including GCSE English, maths, science and one other subject. It is the largest of our Level 1 offers and contains 10 units. It is focused on Animal Care and Welfare, the environment and an introduction to Animal Biology.
This course is designed to promote progression onto either one of our Level 2 courses. It is designed to promote employment within the animal care and land-based industry.
Entry requirements of four grade 2's including GCSE English, maths, science and one other subject
