Finance and Funding for Adults

A lack of money or finance shouldn’t be a barrier to learning or your success - we are here to support you. For those applying to College who are aged 19 or over, there are opportunities to help you reduce or fully support your costs.

Entry and Level 1 courses will be FREE if you live in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Halton, Knowsley, St Helens, Sefton and Wirral) and:

Are unemployed and in receipt of a state benefit;
Earn less than £18,525 per year (£1,544 per month); or
Are aged 19-23 and have not already achieved a full Level 2 qualification (equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grade A-C/9-4) and need to study at this level in order to progress to a full Level 2.

_The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority also has some additional flexibilities for programmes at Level 2 or below which may qualify you for a free course. Other conditions also apply.

Level 2 courses may be FREE if you live in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Halton, Knowsley, St Helens, Sefton and Wirral) and:

Are aged 24 or over, are unemployed and in receipt of a state benefit;
Earn less than £18,525 per year (£1,544 per month) †; or
Are studying a full Level 2 course, are aged 19-23, and have not already achieved a full Level 2 qualification (equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grade A-C/9-4).

(A first full Level 2 course includes: 5 GCSEs at grade A*- C, BTEC First Diploma, NVQ Level 2, GNVQ Intermediate.)

† Courses must be a full Level 2 for those aged 19-23.

_The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority also has some additional flexibilities for programmes at Level 2 or below which may qualify you for a free course. Other conditions also apply.

Level 3 courses will be FREE if you live in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Halton, Knowsley, St Helens, Sefton and Wirral) and:

Are studying a first full Level 3 course, are aged 19-23 and do not already have a full Level 3 qualification (equivalent to 2 A-levels); or
Are studying a Lifetime Skills Guarantee course and are either:
- aged 24 or over and do not already have a full Level 3 qualification (equivalent to 2 A-levels); or
- aged 19+ and earn less than £18,525 per year (£1,544 per month).

(A first full Level 3 course includes: 2 A-levels at grade A*-E, BTEC National Diploma, BTEC Extended Diploma, BTEC National Certificate, NVQ Level 3, GNVQ Advanced.)

Maths and English courses will be FREE if you live in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Halton, Knowsley, St Helens, Sefton and Wirral) and have not yet attained a grade A-C/4-9 in either of these subjects.

The College offers GCSE and Functional Skills qualifications. Following you application, we will help to determine which option is most appropriate to your needs.

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    question: 'Advanced Learner Loan'
    answer: "Advanced Learner Loans are for those aged over 19 who want to study a Level 3 or higher course. They can help with course tuition fees. They’re not dependent on your income and you don’t need to pay the loan back until you are in employment.\n\nFor more information, visit: <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan\" target=\"_blank\">www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan</a>"
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    question: 'Advanced Learning Bursary'
    answer: "Advanced Learning Bursarys are for those aged 19+ who may be encountering financial barriers to education. They can help cover the cost of transport and childcare whilst attending College. They are funded by the Skills Funding Agency (SFA).\n\n<a href=\"https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/user/pages/23.financial-support/05._college-bursaries/how-to-apply-for-bursary.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Tap here to find out how to apply</a>."
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    question: 'Loans for University Courses'
    answer: "**Tuition Fee Loans**\n\nYou don’t need to pay for your tuition fees up front - Tuition Fee Loans cover university or college tuition fees and are paid direct to the university or college, by Student Finance England. They are available to all eligible students regardless of household income. The amount you pay back is dependent on how much you earn.\n\n**Maintenance Loan**\n\nWhen you’re studying at our University Centre, you might find you need extra help with money for day-to-day living costs, accommodation, food or course materials. Maintenance loans are usually paid in three instalments, directly into your bank account. (For full time students only).\n\nFor more information, visit: <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/student-finance\" target=\"_blank\">www.gov.uk/student-finance</a>"
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    question: 'Aged 19+ LSF Package'
    answer: "Our 19+ LSF Package is for those aged 19+ and can help with childcare and travel. We assess everyone individually, so we can get the maximum amount of funding to you. If you claim any kind of means-tested benefit, you’re eligible to apply.\n\n<a href=\"https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/user/pages/23.financial-support/05._college-bursaries/how-to-apply-for-bursary.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Tap here to find out how to apply</a>."
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    question: 'Discretionary Award'
    answer: "Discretionary Awards offer financial assistance to students who are in employment but are encountering financial difficulties when participating in education. They can assist with the cost of tuition and examination fees. The award is funded by the Skills Funding Agency (SFA).\n\n<a href=\"https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/user/pages/23.financial-support/05._college-bursaries/how-to-apply-for-bursary.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Tap here to find out how to apply</a>."
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Below you will find the different bursaries and loans we have available for those aged 19 or over.

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