Funding Education: Planning, Saving and Working to Fund Education

You'll find expert guidance on funding your child's education at every stage, from pre-school through university and beyond. Our comprehensive resources cover everything from school fees and tuition costs to grants, loans and fundraising opportunities, all organized by age and education type for easy navigation. Funding Education is here to help.

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Applying for a Maintenance Grant

Check if you qualify for a Maintenance Grant to help cover student costs like accommodation and living expenses.

Applying for Financial Help for a Higher Education Course

Get the timing and steps right for applying to student finance grants and loans before your course starts.

Adult Learning: Can I Afford It

Adult education doesn't have to drain your savings, free courses and grants exist to help you afford going back to school.

About University Fundraising

UK universities are raising hundreds of millions through private donations and government matched funding schemes to replace lost public money.

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My Experience of Postgraduate Evening Study: Case Study

One anthropologist's honest account of balancing a part-time PhD with full-time work and what it actually costs.

Emailing or Writing to a Potential Phd Supervisor

The right PhD supervisor affects your funding, research opportunities and day-to-day experience, so choose someone whose style matches how you work best.

Choosing the Right PhD Supervisor

Your PhD supervisor shapes your entire research journey, so picking someone who matches your interests and supports your goals matters.

How I Secured MA Funding: Case Study

Vicky Olsen shares how she won AHRC funding for her MA in English Literature, including her timeline and application strategy.

Writing an Effective AHRC Research Proposal

AHRC funding is competitive, so your research proposal needs to clearly position your work within current academic thinking and show why it matters.

Childcare Vouchers: What Are They and How Do They Help?

Childcare vouchers let you pay for childcare from your pre-tax salary, cutting your tax bill and easing the financial strain on working parents.

Further Education Through Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with formal qualifications, offering a practical alternative to traditional college courses.

Personal Credit: Should I Use it to Fund My Education?

Using personal credit to pay for education means you'll start repaying immediately, unlike student loans, so weigh the costs and terms carefully.

Student Fees: What Has the Government Changed?

The government raised university tuition fees to £9,000 a year and changed how student loans get repaid, affecting who can afford higher education.

Guidance for Part-time Students

Balance work or family responsibilities with education by studying part-time at your own pace.

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