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Applying for funding The decision to study at University is a financial investment, so it is vital that you check what funding is available and apply for it as soon as you can. There are consequences

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Applying for funding The decision to study at University is a financial investment, so it is vital that you check what funding is available and apply for it as soon as you can. There are consequences

Applying for funding The decision to study at University is a financial investment, so it is vital that you check what funding is available and apply for it as soon as you can. There are consequences

Paying your tuition fees

Paying your tuition fees

Tuition fees deadlines for 2021/2022

Start term

Payment due date

Autumn starters

Monday 1 November 2021

Winter/Spring starters (Jan 2022)

Monday 21 February 2022

How to pay

There are a number of different ways to pay. Please read the information below carefully to find the service that is right for you.

Find a payment method for you

    • Bank transfer via Convera
    • Card payment (credit or direct debit)
    • Telephone payments

Struggling to pay your fees?

If your financial circumstances change and you are unable to meet your payment deadline, please contact our Student Welfare Advice Team at the earliest opportunity. They can give support and advice on, for example, sources of funding available.

You can contact the team by booking an appointment or raising a query through the UniHelp team.

We will assist where we can, however the quality of teaching is dependent upon funding and this is why the University must act to recover all outstanding debts.

Please note that documentary evidence to support your request will be required before it can be considered. Please have this information to hand when contacting us.

Unpaid fees

If you have a tuition fee debt that becomes overdue, restrictions will be applied to your student account automatically. Restrictions may prevent you from re-enrolling, graduating or receiving your final transcript.

If you have outstanding tuition fee debts from a previous academic year, you will not be permitted to re-enrol. All tuition fee debts must be paid in full before you can return to undertake another year of study.

Importantly, this means that you will not be able access your student loan and so cannot use it to pay off any old debts.

 

Self-funded discounts

Self-funded discounts

If you are a UK/EU self-financing student, and are able to pay your tuition fee in full by the payment deadline, you are entitled to a 3% prompt payment discount.

Before you make your payment, calculate your 3% (you can use this calculator for ease) and deduct it from your payment. For example, if your fees are £9250, then your discount will be £277.50.

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Instalment plans

Instalment plans

An instalment plan gives you the opportunity to spread the cost of your tuition fees in instalments instead of paying your fees in full by the payment deadline.

Eligibility

If you are an UK/UK student with an annual fee greater than £1,500, you will be permitted to pay your fees in six instalments from October to March. To pay by instalments, you will need to request an instalment plan via this link. Once we approve your instalment plan, we will invite you to submit your credit or debit card details on MyUnihub. Once you have submitted your card details, the University will automatically deduct the relevant payment from your card on the respective dates mentioned below. Payment will be taken on the 21st of each month.

Please note: If you do not submit your card details at the start of the Academic year, you may be required to catch-up with your instalment plan whereby the University may deduct the outstanding amount with your next scheduled instalment.

Start date

First instalment

Second instalment

Third instalment

Fourth instalment

Fifth instalment

Sixth Instalment

Autumn

Thursday 21 October 2021

Saturday 21 November 2021

Tuesday 21 December 2021

Friday 21 January 2022

Monday 21 February 2022

Monday 21 March 2022

Winter/ Spring

Friday 21 January 2022

Monday 21 February 2022

Monday 21 March 2022

Thursday 21 April 2022

Saturday 21 May 2022

Tuesday 21 June 2022

Signing up to an instalment plan

To pay by instalments, you can request an instalment plan here. The Finance team will then review your request and invite you to submit your payment card detail online or over the phone.

Please note: If you do not submit your card details at the start of your academic year, you may be required to catch-up with your instalment plan whereby the University may deduct the outstanding amount with your next scheduled instalment.

Instalment plans for flexible start dates

We understand that certain courses may have a flexible start date and your enrolment could take place at any point throughout the academic year. In that case, the above dates will not apply to you.

Please use these dates below for your programme:

Start period

First instalment

Second instalment

21 November to 21 December

50%

Programme start - 28 February 2022

22 March to 22 May

50%

Programme start - 1 August 2022

22 June to 22 August

50%

Programme start - 17 October 2022

Useful video guides
Videos

Before the start of term, you'll want to make sure your student finance is sorted. That's why it's important for you to complete the following steps. First, check that you've submitted your application with the correct supporting evidence if required.  

 

Then register at your university or college. We won't make your first student finance payment until you do. Also, make sure your bank account details are up to date. The easiest way to do this is by logging on to your account.  

 

Your account will also show your payment dates and status. Your tuition fee loan will be paid in three instalments, directly to your university or college. Maintenance loans will also be paid at the same time throughout the academic year.  

 

You should allow a few working days for the funds to be paid into your bank account. It's that easy!  

Getting paid
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Getting paid

Expecting your student finance payment? Once your registration has been confirmed with SFEs, which could take up to 48 hours after you register, you should receive your payment in 3-5 working days.

Your payment dates and status
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Your payment dates and status

Need to make changes to your application? Watch SFE's step-by-step video to find out how to update your university or course details.

Updating your student finance application
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Updating your student finance application

Going through Clearing in 2020? It could affect your student finance. Watch this video from SFE's and find out what you need to do.

Joining through Clearing and applying for funding
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Joining through Clearing and applying for funding