Teacher training (PGCE) students 2010/11

Students on teacher training (PGCE) courses can access the following funding help in 2010/11. You may also be eligible for extra help if you have dependents.

Students from England

You may be eligible for a package of support including:

  • a low-interest maintenance loan (which you pay back once you are earning);
  • a non-repayable maintenance grant (which you do not have to pay back);
  • a non-repayable bursary from Kingston University (which you do not have to pay back); and/or
  • a non-repayable bursary from the Training and Development Agency for Schools (which you do not have to pay back). Please note that arrangements for the TDA bursary for 2010/11 are subject to confirmation from the TDA.

Maintenance loans: This is the main source of support for students in Higher Education. It helps you to pay for things like accommodation, travel, books, course equipment and living expenses.

There are two maximum rates of maintenance loan:

  • £6,928 if you live in your own or rented accommodation whilst studying;
  • £3,838 if you live in your parents’ home whilst studying.

The maximum maintenance loan rate increases in line with inflation each year.

Maintenance grants: Maintenance grants provide additional non-repayable support for your living costs. It is paid instead of part of your maintenance loan (up to £1,493 in 2010/11).

Household income Amount of grant
Below £25,000 £2,906
Between £25,001 and £50,020 £2,905–£50
£50,021 or higher Nil

Kingston University bursary: PGCE students whose household income is below £25,000 are eligible for the Kingston University Bursary of £384.

Teacher Training bursary: PGCE UK and EU students are also eligible for a bursary from the Training and Development Agency for Schools. The bursary is not taxable and not income-assessed. It is arranged by the School of Education on your behalf. The amounts of bursary are as follows:

PGCE course Amount of bursary
Primary level £4,000
Secondary level Business Studies £6,000
Secondary level Mathematics, French, German, Spanish, Biology, Physics and Chemistry £9,000

Please note that arrangements for the TDA bursary for 2010/11 are subject to confirmation from the TDA. Please check the TDA website for the most up-to-date information.

 

Students from Wales and Northern Ireland

Funding for students from Wales and Northern Ireland is similar to that for students from England although there are some small differences. Please visit the Student Finance Wales website or the Student Finance Northern Ireland website for more information.

 

Students from Scotland

The Scottish funding system is different to the rest of the UK. Visit the Student Awards Agency for Scotland website for more information.

 

Please note that the details quoted on this page are subject to confirmation and may change. We strongly advise that you check all information before making a final decision.