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What support is available?
As a part-time undergraduate student, who is studying at least 50% of an equivalent full-time course, you can apply for grants to help with the costs of your study. How much you get will depend on your household income.
Your Education and Library Board will work out how much support you can get when you apply.
The table below sets out the maximum Fee grant and Course grant you may get:
| Intensity of Study |
Maximum fee grant |
Maximum course grant |
Maximum Total support available |
| Equivalent to Less than 60% of the full-time course |
£820 |
£265 |
£1085 |
| Equivalent to 60% to 74% of the full-time course |
£985 |
£265 |
£1250 |
| Equivalent to 75% or more of the full-time course |
£1230 |
£265 |
£1495 |
The Fee grant
Paid directly to your university or college. you do not have to pay back this help.
There are three different rates of fee grant depending on how intensive your course is.
For example, if you study at a rate equivalent to 75% of a full-time course, you could qualify for a higher fee grant than if you were studying at a rate equivalent to 50% of a full-time course.
The Course grant
Part time students can also apply for a grant of up to £265 to cover the cost of books, travel and other course-related expenses. Your entitlement for this grant is also based on your household income.
You are not entitled to apply for this help if:
- You already have a degree
- You are on a part-time teacher-training course (although you may qualify for full-time support)
The course grant is paid directly to you and does not have to be paid back.
Support for part-time students with disabilities
If you are a part-time student with a disability, you may be eligible to apply for Disabled Students' Allowances
How to apply for part-time support
You can download application forms and guidance books from the forms and guides page.
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