Course Fees
Higher Education (Course levels 4 and 5)
The standard tuition fee for a full-time higher education course for 2009/10 is £3,225 per year. Bursaries will be available for some students.
Higher Education Fees Policy 2009/10
Higher Education Fees 2009-2010
| Course Type (Duration) | 2009-2010 Fee Per Annum | ELQ* Fee Per Annum |
|---|---|---|
| HE Module 15 Credits | £300 | £600 |
| HE Module 30 Credits | £600 | £1200 |
| Cert Ed/PGCE/PrGCE (1yr) F/T | £3225 | N/A |
| Cert Ed/PGCE/PrGCE (2yrs) P/T | £630 | N/A |
| HNC/HND (2 yrs) P/T | £1150 | £2400 |
| Certificate Higher Education (2 yrs) P/T | £1150 | £2400 |
| Foundation Degree (4 yrs) P/T | £1150 | N/A |
| Honours Degree (6 yrs) P/T | £1150 | £2400 |
| Art & Design Foundation Year (1 yr) F/T | £1460 | £4800 |
| Art & Design Foundation Year (2 yrs) P/T | £800 | £2400 |
| Early Years Foundation Degree (3 yrs) P/T | £2150 | N/A |
| Diploma Higher Education (2yrs) F/T | £3225 | £4800 |
| Foundation Degree (2 yrs) F/T | £3225 | N/A |
| Honours Degree (3 yrs) F/T | £3225 | £4800 |
| MBA/Postgrad Cert Management (1 yr) P/T | £2650 | £3000 |
| MBA/Postgrad Dipl Management (1 yr) P/T | £2650 | £3000 |
| MBA Third Year (1 yr) P/T | £1700 | £2400 |
| MA Music (2 yrs) (Yr 1 F/T, Yr 2 P/T) | £2266/£1133 | £4800/£2400 |
| MA Music (3 yrs) P/T | £1133 | £2400 |
| MA Art, Design and the Book (2yrs) P/T MA Arts in a Social Context (2yrs) P/T MA Contemporary Art (2yrs) P/T MA Sculptural Practice (2yrs) P/T | £1500 | £2400 |
| Full Time HE Overseas Student | £7,600 | N/A |
| Part Time HE Overseas Student | On application | N/A |
*ELQ = Equivalent or lower qualification
If you have recently lived outside the European Union then you may be liable to pay higher fees. If you are unsure of your status contact our International Admissions Officers on (01206) 712150.
If you have already studied at undergraduate level and are looking to undertake an additional undergraduate qualification you may be liable to pay a higher fee, £4,800 for 2009/10. For further information please contact the Student Finance Advisor on (01206) 712293.
Further Education (Course levels 0-3)
Further Education Fees Policy 2009/10
The fees quoted on this website are generally those applicable to the first year of a programme and are for one academic year, unless the course is for shorter duration. Please note that where a course runs for two or more years, you will need to pay a course fee for each year.
Full-time students who are 19 years of age and over will be expected to pay a fee between £970 and £1460 for one year. This includes charges for award body fees or examinations which are an integral part to the course. Where there is difficulty with this, it may be possible to obtain help through the Learner Support Fund. Applications should be made to Student Services Tel: (01206) 712293. Higher fees are payable where the circumstances are such that "home" fee rates do not apply, for example, students from outside the European Union.
Home fee status students under 19 years of age on 31st August in their year of entry to their programme of study do not generally pay tuition fees. There are, in some circumstances, other fees associated with the course, some of which are included at enrolment.
Learner Support Funds for further education students
The Learner Support Fund is available to assist students who are experiencing financial difficulties. Students over 16 years of age (except overseas cannot apply), are eligible to apply for the fund. Each application is carefully considered and priority is given to those in most need. Contact the Student Finance Adviser on (01206) 712293, for an application form alternatively download the application form from the link below and return to Student Services (address is available on the form).
Learner Support Fund
Education Maintenance Allowance
If your course(s) add(s) up to more than 12 guided learning hours, your household income is £30,810 or below, and your birth date falls between 1st September 1990 and 31st August 1992, you may be eligible for an Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA). For further information, please call (01206) 712566, or feel free to drop in to Student Services.
www.ema.dfes.gov.uk
Adult Learning Grant
The Adult Learning Grant is intended to help adults with the cost of learning who are studying more than 12 guided learning hours per week. If you are aged 19 or older and will be studying towards your first Level 2 or 3 qualification, you may be entitled to receive up to £30 per week, subject to financial assessment. Further infomation can be found on the student services pages. Please go to the student services section of this website for more information, alternatively please call (01206) 712564 or feel free to drop into Student Services.
Applications for Financial Assistance
Applications for awards to assist with fees, for student loans and for any supplementary allowances are made on a single form to your Local Education Authority. In order for the assistance to be available at the beginning of the first semester, you must apply early.
Hardship Funds
Under current government legislation Hardship Funds have been established to provide discretionary support to certain categories of student. If you think your financial circumstances may prevent you from taking a full-time or part-time higher education, you may be eligible for financial support from the Hardship Fund. Further information can be obtained from the Student Finance Adviser at Colchester Institute, telephone (01206) 712293.
Please check with the Customer Services team , Tel: (01206) 712777 for any additional costs relating to your course.
