During your studies you may need advice on your financial situation. Below you will find information on everything from extra sources of funding through to how to budget better. Click on each link for further information. You can also speak to an Advisor in confidence via an appointment or collect the below information directly from the ARC.
Access to learning fund – Help with filling in an application
Posgraduate Loans and Scholarships
Money Matters – General budgeting advice
Budget Planner – Advice on how to budget
Students with dependants – Whether your eligable for extra funding
Benefits – Are you eligible?
Disabled students – Are you eligable for extra funding?
Top up fees – Sources of funding
Council Tax – Should you be paying?
Financial Support
The government provides a range of support for students in Higher Education.
Online: www.direct.gov.uk
Jobzone
University Counseling and Guidance
National Debtline
Tel: 0808 808 4000
Online: www.nationaldebtline.co.uk
Consumer Credit Counselling Service
The Finance Office / Student Funding
Manages the University’s internal and external funding schemes for students including government student support schemes, scholarships, prizes, and hardship funds.
Alternative Grants and Bursaries
Birmingham Grant and Scholarship
Student Funding Frequently Asked Questions
Other sources of funding
Scholarship Search