Many families are worried about the costs of going on to higher education, but there is financial help available - probably more than you think. Although all the information about top-up fees, tuition fees, loans and bursaries can seem very confusing, it is worth taking the time to look through all the information and weigh up your options to make sure you know exactly what you are entitled to and eligible for.
The new financial arrangements from 2006 mean that you study first, pay back when you are earning. The website www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance is a good source of information about the new arrangements.
The following websites also have useful information on student finance and support:
www.dfes.gov.uk/studentsupport
http://www.aimhigher.info/home/
http://www.studentmoney.org/
http://www.uniaid.org.uk/
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