Full Time Guide 2019_20_ALL_WEB 2

Learning support
Even though we have more
students than schools,
we’re geared up to look after
every single person and have
a team of experts on hand to
help with every aspect of your
life at college, including any
individual needs you may have.
Check out our exclusive
benefits to help you
save money and make
the most of college.
Finance information
YOU'RE
MORE
THAN
A NUMBER.
Our specialist team can help with:
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Learning difficulties
Physical and sensory disabilities
Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Aspergers
or other specific learning difficulty
Mental health and well-being
Money, finance and bursaries
Careers advice.
Free benefits for everyone
All our students enjoy a range of
benefits:
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Free IT software
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Free gym membership
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Free fitness classes
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Free parking*
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Discounted food
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Discounted haircuts and
beauty treatments.
Gateshead College Bursary
Lots of our students receive help from
our bursary of up to £700 to cover the
costs of:
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Travel - you could enjoy travel
support worth up to £500
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Uniforms or kit – a saving of up
to £100
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Other course related costs
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Competition entry fees
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Trips and experiences that enhance
your learning
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Travel to university or job interviews.
Free college meals
Free lunches are available to some
students – saving you more than
£300 a year. Plus free breakfasts for
all students.
Gateshead College Foundation
If you study with us you can apply for
cash towards travel costs, course fees,
equipment, clothing for a job interview
or anything that will give you the
employment edge. You can apply at
www.gateshead.ac.uk/foundation
Sport & Dance Bursaries
If you study dance or sport with us,
you could benefit from extra funding.
MONEY
SAVING
GUIDE.
Travel
support
worth up
to £500.
Get up to
£1000
a year.
All funding applications/awards are based on household income or qualifying benefits.
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* £10 per year parking permit charge applies. This is refunded when you leave.