HARTPURY_UINVERSITY_FINANCE_GUIDE_2024_ENTRY

Your student

FINANCE

A guide to undergraduate finance at Hartpury University

For 2024 entry

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Money matters

When it comes to understanding student finance, things aren’t always clear. We’ve summarised your financial options in this guide. We’ve also included some guidance around securing part-time work to help you fund your student life.

If you have any queries, please visit our website or contact us using the details on the back cover

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Investing in your future

Deciding to come to university is a big decision and a great investment in your future. There are a lot of things to consider, including the important matter of student finance. Make sure you’re up to date with the latest information regarding funding your studies, including student loans and other financial support packages available to you. All facts in this guide were correct at the time of print. However, please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.

www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-finance

Did you know

The average, working-age graduate earns £11,500 per year more than

the average non-graduate Graduate Labour Market Statistics, 2023

Graduates will earn on average 20% more over their working life than those who did not go to university Institute for Fiscal Studies, 2020

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We know there’s a lot to take in around your finances. From tuition fees to living costs and loans, it can all seem a bit confusing. That’s why we’ve put this section together, to help you understand what’s what. Tuition fees, living costs and loans

English students There are two types of loans available to English students, provided by the government through Student Finance England. Tuition fee loan – lets you borrow enough money to pay your tuition fees in full. Maintenance loan – this is means tested (dependent on your household income) and allows you to borrow money to support your living costs at university. www.gov.uk/student-finance Welsh students There are loans and bursaries available to Welsh students, provided by the government through Student Finance Wales. Tuition fee loan – lets you borrow enough money to pay your tuition fees in full. Maintenance loan – this is means tested (dependent on your household income) and allows you to borrow money to support your living costs at university. Maintenance grant – you may be eligible to receive some of your maintenance in the form of a Welsh Government Learning Grant (WGLG). This does not need to be paid back. www.studentfinancewales.co.uk Scottish students There are two types of loans available to Scottish students, provided by the government through Student Awards Agency Scotland. Tuition fee loan – lets you borrow enough money to pay your tuition fees in full. Maintenance loan – this is means tested (dependent on your household income) and allows you to borrow money to support your living costs at university. www.saas.gov.uk Northern Irish students There are two types of loans available to Northern Irish students, provided by the government through Student Finance Northern Ireland. Tuition fee loan – lets you borrow enough money to pay your tuition fees in full. Maintenance loan – this is means tested (dependent on your household income) and allows you to borrow money to support your living costs at university. www.studentfinanceni.co.uk

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At a glance Loans do need to be paid back Grants, bursaries and scholarships do not need to be paid back

International students If you’re a student from outside the UK, there may be financial packages available via organisations in your own country. Our International team can help advise on financial options for you. Please contact international@hartpury.ac.uk. Hartpury University is eligible to certify Federal Direct Loan applications (FAFSA) for students from the USA and we are also recognised as an international provider by private loans company, Sallie Mae. For our Canadian students, we are also recognised by the Ontario Student Aid Program (OSAP) and Alberta Student Aid (ASA). Eligible students can apply under PVFW.

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Our tuition fee costs 2024 Full-time undergraduate degrees

Paying back your loans As a UK student, you don’t start repayments on your student loans until you are earning over £25,000 a year. For example, if you earn £30,000 per year, you would pay back just £37.50 per month. These repayments are made automatically through the tax system. More information can be found at www.gov.uk

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Bursaries, scholarships and extra loans The following information summarises the different bursaries, scholarships and loans offered by Hartpury University to assist eligible students to fund their studies. Further details, eligibility criteria and the most up-to-date information can be found on our website www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-finance

Financial Assistance Grant *

Veterinary Nursing Financial Assistance Grant

Non-repayable

One-off payment of up to £2,000

Non-repayable

Variable amounts on request

Supports study by offering financial support towards living costs

Supports study by offering financial support towards living costs for veterinary nursing students

Financial Support Loan *

Study Experience Grant

Repayable

One-off payment of up to £1,000

Non-repayable

One-off payment of up to £1,000

To fill a gap where there is a delay in Student Loans Company fund release

Supports access to study trips linked to specific modules/degrees

You can apply for Hartpury finance packages from 1 April in the same year you’re joining us *Financial support grants and loans do not open until 1 November after enrolment.

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Independent Students’ Bursary

Care Leavers Bursary

Non-repayable

£1,500/year

Non-repayable

£1,500/year

Supports living costs for students who are under the age of 25 at enrolment and have had their care leaver status verified by the Student Loans Company

Supports living costs for students who have had their independent status verified by the Student Loans Company

Low Income Bursary

Full-time Carer Bursary

Non-repayable

Up to £1,000/year

Non-repayable

£1,000/year

Supports living costs for students with a household income of less than £42,000 per year

Supports living costs for students who have full-time carer responsibilities

Progression Scholarship

Joe Henson MBE Bursary

Non-repayable

£1000 first year only

Non-repayable

£1,000/year

Supports living costs for Hartpury College students progressing onto Hartpury University study. Students must gain minimum of DDM at BTEC and BBB at A Level to qualify

Supports living costs for students who live in Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire, studying agriculture or related subjects

Martin Baber Award

Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA)

Non-repayable

One-off payment of up to £1,500

Non-repayable

Up to £26,291

Supports students to access specialist equipment, non-medical helpers, extra travel or other disability related costs of studying

Supports travel and visa costs for students undertaking international study or work in the agricultural sector

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John Oldacre Bursary

Study Experience Scholarship

Non-repayable

£3,000/year

Non-repayable

One-off payment of up to £500

Supports students moving from a Hartpury Agriculture based Further Education course onto a Hartpury University Degree programme

Supports students to access field trips and external visits, rewarding academic achievement

Sports Scholarships

Non-repayable

Variable

These scholarships are available to eligible students who are joining or are already part of our performance Sports Academies

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Earn while you learn

There are a number of opportunities for you to earn some extra cash while you’re studying at Hartpury. These include being a student ambassador, making the most of an integrated placement year and getting a part-time job. There’s plenty on offer – we’ve popped a few recommendations below. Student ambassador We have a great team of over 60 student ambassadors who represent Hartpury at different events. As a student ambassador, you’ll be paid per hour on a casual contract, which means you can work the hours that suit you. Following a successful interview you’ll receive training and support to build your skills and experience. Students will receive details on applying to become a Student Ambassador after they’ve enrolled onto their course in September. Integrated placement year Some of our courses have the option for students to take an integrated placement year. This allows you to gain invaluable work experience and skills, as well as the potential to earn some money for a year before you come back to finish your degree. Hartpury Innovation, Careers and Enterprise (ICE) As well as providing industry relevant opportunities and placements to complement your studies, the ICE team work closely with academic teams to deliver careers and employability learning activities. The team can also offer 1:1 business advisor consultations for any budding entrepreneurs. Part-time jobs There are a number of part-time job websites available in the Gloucestershire area, if you want to earn some money around your studies. Take a look at some of these websites:

www.glosjobs.co.uk www.indeed.co.uk/student-jobs

This guide was updated in September 2023 and represents the facts as they are at this time. Please check the website for the most up-to-date information.

Student Finance

studentfinance@hartpury.ac.uk +44 (0) 1452 702697

Useful links Hartpury : www.hartpury.ac.uk/uni-finance

England student finance : www.gov.uk/student-finance Wales student finance : www.studentfinancewales.co.uk Scotland student finance : www.saas.gov.uk Northern Ireland student finance : www.studentfinanceni.co.uk UCAS : www.ucas.com/finance/managing-money