Financial Support

New Bursary Fund and Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA)

There is now a new bursary fund for students on low income. Existing EMA students may be entitled to continued payments of £20 per week. You will have to maintain an excellent level of attendance and behaviour and hand work in on time. Please ask Customer Services for more information.

Adult Learning Grant (ALG)

If you are over 19 and studying for your first full level 2 or 3 qualification then you could be entitled to the Adult Learning Grant of £30 per week. You will have to maintain an excellent level of attendance and behaviour and hand your work in on time. These grants will provide money towards the cost of travel, books and other materials that you might need whilst studying. Southwark College Customer Service Centre staff will help you to complete your application for these schemes.

Help with childcare costs

Southwark College provides two nurseries with subsidised childcare places for learners. Depending on your circumstances, your child could be eligible for a free nursery place. However, all learners are required to pay a small termly registration fee regardless of their income. Please talk to a member of our Customer Service team to find out more.

Other financial support

You could also be eligible for 30% discount on travel in London if you study for more than 14 hours per week. All learners are able to join the Student Union. Your Student Union card will give you a range of discounts in local/national shops and restaurants.

Whatever your own financial circumstances, please do not hesitate to ask us about the range of support available. Our Customer Service team can arrange for you to have a private meeting at the College and will discuss your needs in confidence.