part time course - Gateshead College

Finance
& Support
There is a range of support
and finance available to
help you afford the costs
of coming to college.
Gateshead College
Foundation
We’re the only college in the region to have created
this extra source of support for our students. You can
apply for help with course fees, equipment, travel or
other course related expenses.
To check if you’re eligible or to apply visit
www.believefoundation.co.uk or call our
Support Funds Team on:
0191 490 4627
support.funds@gateshead.ac.uk
Discretionary
Funding
This fund can be used for help with course fees,
equipment, travel or other course related expenses.
For more information, to apply or to check if you’re
eligible, contact our Support Funds Team on:
0191 490 4627
support.funds@gateshead.ac.uk
Higher
Education Only
You may qualify for a loan for your fees. If you
require additional support because of a disability you
can also apply for a disabled students’ allowance.
Visit www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance for details
and application forms.
Childcare
For details about your options and local childcare
providers visit www.direct.gov.uk/childcare
Employer Payment
If your employer is paying for your course fees, please
bring a letter from them stating this when you enrol.
Professional / Career
Development Loan
This is a bank loan which you must pay back. It is
available to pay for learning that enhances job skills
or career prospects. For information or to apply visit
www.direct.gov.uk/pcdl
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For more course information visit www.gateshead.ac.uk