► Money
Money is a concern for all current and prospective students. The Advice Service can offer information and advice on student loans, bursaries, grants, tuition fees, welfare benefits, income tax, council tax, financial hardship, debt problems, and budgeting. We can also check that you are getting all the statutory and institutional funding you are entitled to.
For some it will be a shock having to manage their money themselves for the first time. No-one wants to have the stress of not being able to afford their course books etc., nor that all important trip to the pub with your friends. At the start of the academic year work out how much you have to spend each week. It is a good way of keeping your finances under control, and also show you whether you need to boost your income to cover your costs. Our FAQs, leaflets and links will give you a start and contain lots of useful information. If you get into trouble or just want talk through your finances, come and see us. Make an appointment.
Important Information from Student Finance England
New and continuing UK/EU undergraduate students can now apply for their funding online for the forthcoming Academic Year 2013/2014 Read more........ The exception is Scottish students who cannot apply until April 2013.
Leaflets
Living on a Student Budget
National Insurance Number - Why It's Important
Students and Tax
Student Bills
Utility Bill Price Advice
Top Tips for Saving Money
Identity Theft - It can happen to you!
Frequently Asked Questions
Don't forget - we are here to help you!
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in these advice pages. However, they cannot be regarded as a substitute for statutory regulations, or individual advice which is available from FXU Advisers.
Helpful hints on how to make your money last with helpful budget sheet
Includes how to apply for a number and what to do if you have lost your card
Explains why students have to pay income tax and how to get a refund
How to avoid problems with paying utility bills
Find out why your gas and electric bills may be high
Saving tips gathered from around different Student Unions around the country
Consumer Rights and Wrongs
What rights do you have if you buy something that has broken or not fit for purpose?
How you can prevent it happening to you.
The answer to your query may be here
Useful Links
Information on student funding, benefits, student calculators, income tax and lots more.....
