Can I get help with my course fee?

Some courses are free for eligible learners, this is shown in the course details. You may be eligible for a free course if you are:

  • Unemployed and in receipt of an income-based benefit (for
    example JSA, ESA or Universal Credit)
  • Employed and earning less than the low-income threshold
  • Studying for your first full Level 2 qualification on an eligible legal
    entitlement course
  • Aged 19-23 and studying for your first full Level 3 qualification or on an
    eligible legal entitlement course
  • Your eligibility for a free course will be assessed and confirmed at enrolment.
  • If you would like to discuss any aspect of fees and funding please call the
    Funding Team on 0161 280 8500

If you would like to discuss any aspect of fees and funding please call the Funding Team on 0161 280 8689

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Advanced Learner Loan

Many of our adult learners pay for their Level 3 and above courses with an Advanced Learner Loan. If a loan is available this is indicated in the course details. It’s easy to apply, your household income isn’t considered and there are no credit checks. You only need to start paying back your Advanced Learner Loan when you are earning more than £25,000 per year.

See link below for further information.

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