Teacher training (PGCE) fees and funding 2012/13
Frequently asked questions
I am a current student, am I affected by the new university fees?
No, this only affects students who will be starting in 2012/13.
If I defer my place from September 2011, will I be affected?
Yes, all students starting in 2012/13 will be under the new funding scheme. This is something you should consider if you are thinking about deferring your place.
I am a student from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland – will this apply to me?
No. Students who normally live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland will receive financial support for university from the Scottish Government, the Welsh Assembly Government or the Northern Ireland Executive (as appropriate).
I am an EU student intending to study in England – will this apply to me?
EU students from outside the UK that meet certain eligibility criteria will have access to a loan to cover the cost of their tuition. They will generally not be entitled to support for their living costs.
I am an International student intending on studying in England- will this apply to me?
If you are an international student, this will not impact on your fees. For more information about International student fees, please see our International fees web pages
I am studying on a part-time course – will this apply to me?
Part-time students studying at least 25% of the intensity of a full-time course (at UEL studying at least one module per semester will normally meet this standard) will also have access to a loan to cover the cost of their tuition. More details on this will be available in due course.
Will loan repayments affect my ability to take out a loan?
This would be a decision for the loan provider, but student loan information won't be shared with credit reference agencies by Student Finance England.
Will loan repayments affect my ability to get a mortgage?
The Council of Mortgage Lenders has advised that a student loan is very unlikely to impact materially on an individual’s ability to get a mortgage. The amount of mortgage available may depend on net income.
What control do graduates have over how much they pay back per month?
Graduates do not have control over how much they repay each month via the tax system.
For more information about the financial support available visit www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance
