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Finance & Course Costs
At Bishop Auckland College, we’re committed to making education accessible. Many of our
part-time courses could be free of charge, depending on your individual circumstances. The
information below will help you understand whether you may be entitled to free tuition or
昀椀nancial assistance. Level 1 & Level 2 corses are free to all and Level 3 courses may be free
depending on your circumstances.
Who might qualify for free part-time courses?
· You may not need to pay for your course if any of the following apply to you:
· You are currently unemployed and receiving state bene昀椀ts
· You are not in work (economically inactive)
· You are in employment but earn a low wage
· You are enrolling on your 昀椀rst full Level 2 or Level 3 quali昀椀cation
· You are actively seeking employment
· You are over 18
Please note: income thresholds are subject to change.
To con昀椀rm your eligibility, you will need to provide up-to-date evidence such as recent wage slips
or documentation of bene昀椀ts (either printed or digital) when you enrol.
Financial Support and Payment Options
Our experienced 昀椀nance team is here to guide you through the process and help you understand
what funding options are available. If your course isn’t free, you may still be able to:
· Pay in instalments
· Apply for an Advanced Learner Loan or a Tuition Fee Loan to help cover course costs
(available on selected quali昀椀cations)
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