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Student Loans Company

The Student Loans Company (SLC) provides details of the Student Loans system which is part of the Government's financial support package for students.

Childcare Grant

Find out about the extra student finance you can get if you’re a full-time HE student with children.

Dependants' Grants for HE Students

If you’re a full-time HE student you might be able to get extra financial help if you have children or an adult who depends on you financially.

Guide on Financial Support for Part-Time HE Students

This guide is for new and continuing part-time students who started their course on or after 1 September 2012.

HE Student Finance Explained for Parents

While studying at university or college on an higher education programme your child will have two main costs — tuition fees and living costs, including accommodation.

Book a One-To-One Careers Advice Session

Looking for advice on what’s the right career for you? Whether you’ve got a bit of an idea of what you’re interested in or completely unsure, East Durham College’s careers advice drop-in sessions are the perfect way to find out your career aims and what potential jobs could be available!

Foundation Degree Frequently Asked Questions

East Durham College in partnership with the University of Sunderland offer a number of Foundation Degrees. But what is a Foundation Degree? Here’s a few ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ to give you a better idea.

How to Apply to Higher Education Courses

All applications for entry to full-time Foundation Degrees and Top Up Honours Degrees must be through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

University of Sunderland Scholarships

Are you concerned about tuition fees and how to afford university? The University of Sunderland offers a number of scholarship packages which - subject to your eligibility - can be used to reduce the pressure on your finances.