Schools, colleges and training providers have funds to help you if you're studying or starting a full-time course from September 2011 and think you might struggle with the costs for your studies. This fund is called the 16-19 Bursary Fund.
Those most in need will be eligible for a bursary of £1200 a year. This includes
- young people in care,
- care leavers,
- young people receiving income support
- disabled young people receiving both Employment Support Allowance and Disability Living Allowance.
You can find out more by...
- Speak to student support services or your tutor,
- Go to www.direct.gov.uk/16-19bursary,
- Read the 16-19 Bursary factsheet (.pdf)
- Read the 16-19 Bursary Q&A For Young People and Parents (.pdf)
- Talk to your Connexions Personal Adviser
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