Undergraduate full-time 2013/14 fees and funding
Frequently asked questions
I am a student from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland – will the funding 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 – can I get the student loan?
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 the fees and funding apply to me?
If you are an international student, fees are different and you will not be able to apply for student loans. For more information about International student fees, please see our International fees web pages
I am studying on a part-time course – can I get a student loan?
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. Find out more about fees and funding arrangments for part-time students.
Will loan repayments affect my ability to take out a bank 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
I am a current student at UEL, will I be charged the new higher fee?
No, you will be classed as Continuing. If you change your mode of study, for example moving from a full-time to part-time course or vice versa, you will be classed as a new student by Student Finance but UEL will class you as a continuing student.
However, if you withdraw from your course and return to study at UEL you will be classed as a New student and charged under the New Fee Regulations. You will also be entitled to some of the Bursaries and Scholarships offered to New students, including the Free Books scheme, for more information go to:fees 2012/13
I am a new student to UEL, but have been studying at another university, will I be charged the higher fee?
To be classed as a Transferring student you must have studied at a UK Institution in 2011/12 and 2012/13. You must also have not Withdrawn, or been Withdrawn, from your previous course/institution.
In order for UEL to assess your eligibility for the lower fee you should submit a Transcript, showing your study in 2011/12 and 2012/13, with your application to study at UEL. Please note we may require further information from your previous institution to confirm your eligibility. For further information please contact finance.registry@uel.ac.uk
