Access and hardship funding
If, while you’re a student, you find you’re struggling to make ends meet, you may be able to receive some extra financial help through funds administered by your University. Depending…
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What to do after your course has finished
After your course has finished, you may be eligible for Universal Credit You stop being counted as a student for means tested benefits on the last day of the course…
Help with health costs for students
Most health treatment is free under the NHS but there can be charges for some services and treatments such as prescriptions, sight tests, glasses/contact lenses, dental treatment and wig or…
Benefits and tax credits: helpful organisations
Benefits and tax credits can be complicated so it is always worth getting advice on what you might be entitled to and how to apply. The following organisations can offer…
How to claim benefits as a student
If you are eligible to claim welfare benefits you should always put in a new claim to Jobcentre Plus, your Housing Benefit Office or the Social Security Agency (if you live in Northern…
Information for independent students
If you are an independent student, your parents’ income will not be taken into account in assessing the amount of student financial support you receive, but that of your spouse…
How to apply for government financial support
Wherever you live you must apply each year for student financial support. England New students Apply online on the Student Finance England website Current students Apply online on the Student Finance…
Apply for medical student money advice
If you would you like online advice about a money problem then use the form below to make an enquiry to our free student Money Adviser service. Your enquiry is strictly…
Medical Student Advice Hub
This section offers advice for medical students on finding and saving money, budgeting, accommodation and more.