Part-Time Fees & Finance

The tuition fee for each Part-Time course can be found on the course description page or in the Part-Time Prospectus. In addition to the tuition fee there may also be an additional fee (exam/registration fees or material costs) which may be subject to change.

The Concessionary Fee shown is the tuition fee you will pay if you are entitled to a reduced fee - see below.

Tuition and material fees must be paid on enrolment. The College offers a fee payment instalment plan - this applies only to tuition fees. Exam fees are payable as per Exam Body and College Administration deadlines - usually within the first term.

Pay in Instalments

If your tuition fee is more than £100 you may pay a deposit of the lower of 40% of the fee, or £100, and the balance in instalments as outlined as follows:

Less than or equal to £100 Full fee payable on enrolment
£101 - £400 Lower of £100 or 40% of fee
NB: Minimum Deposit -£100
3 Minimum monthly direct debit £50
More than £400 Lower of £100 or 40% of fee 4

Note: Anyone wishing to pay by instalments must set up a direct debit. Payments will be debited on the 5th of each month, commencing the month after enrolment.

Exam Fee / Qualifications
Students will have to pay a £2.00 administration fee on top of their exam fee for all qualifications.

Fee Refunds

Fees will be refunded in full if the College cancels a course. If you are unable to continue with your course for medical reasons, then a refund may be allowed. In this case, a £10 administration fee will be charged.

Fee Waiver

In exceptional circumstances the Director may waive fees due.

Reduced Fees

Reduced fees (or Consessionary Fees) are offered to those who meet the criteria outlined in the table below. If you qualify, you must show the necessary evidence at the time of enrolment. Otherwise you will have to pay full fee to secure your place.

Unpaid Fees

Any fee unpaid 90 days after the due date may be passed to a Debt Collection Agency, and your access to College facilities may be withdrawn. You may also be invited to leave your course. You will not be allowed to enrol on any new course at the College until all previous outstanding fees are paid in full.

Difficulty Paying Fees

You may be entitled to a concessionary fee or some support in paying the tuition fee for your chosen course. For information on the support that you may be entitled to please contact Student Services or visit the Student Support section:
Limavady: 028 7127 8770
Derry / Londonderry, Strabane: 028 7127 6010 or 028 7127 6033

Concessionary (Reduced) Fees

Reduced fees apply to the following groups of people.  If you qualify for reduced fees, you MUST provide the necessary evidence given below at the time of enrolment.  In order to receive a concessionary fee you must have a copy of the benefit evidence or date of birth with you when you are enrolling OR the form overleaf must be fully completed.

UK STUDENTS
People entitled to Reduced Fees Evidence required - Enrolling by Post or in Person
  • Working Tax Credit
    (Total single income £12,791 or less)
    (Total joint income £17,729 or less)
A current TC602 form stating Working Tax Credit and total income shown (see footnote) and appropriate fee.
  • Aged 60 Years and over
A current letter stating that you are in receipt of Pension Credit  or In receipt of relief under the new Rates Relief Scheme.
  • Income Support (or dependent spouse/partner)
  • Income Based Jobseekers Allowance (or dependent spouse/partner)
  • Long-Term Incapacity Benefit
  • Income Based Employment Support Allowance
A current letter (within the last 3 months) from your Benefit Office stating that you are in receipt of benefit.
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND STUDENTS
People entitled to Reduced Fees Evidence required - Enrolling by Post or in Person
  • Carer’s Allowance
  • One Parent Family Payment
  • Widow’s or Widower’s (Non-Contributory Pension)
  • Unemployment Assistance
  • Pre-Retirement Allowance (PRETA)
  • Disability Allowance
  • Supplementary Welfare Allowance
A current letter (within the last 3 months) from the Department of Social & Family Affairs stating that you are in receipt of benefit.
  • Old Age (Non-Contributory) Pension
Book/Letter from Pensions Office and appropriate fee. (within the last 3 months)
UK AND REPUBLIC OF IRELAND STUDENTS
People entitled to Reduced Fees Evidence required - Enrolling by Post or in Person
  • Student over 19 by 1/7/11 and in Full-time Further/Higher education
Current Student Card or Letter from School/College and appropriate fee.
  • Under 19 on 1/7/11
Birth Certificate or Passport and appropriate fee.

Evidence
If you have lost or misplaced your TC602 form, to request a copy you should contact HM Revenue & Customs Helpline on 0845 300 3900 between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm, seven days a week. 

Further & Higher Education Finance & Grants

FINANCE FOR UK STUDENTS
UK Resident Students
Level
Part-time option
Higher National Certificate
Foundation Degree
NVQ level 4
Fee grant and course grant available from studentfinanceni. Students should complete a PTG1 form
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Further Education
Level 2 Diploma
Level 3 Diploma
NVQ 1-3
Fee grant and course grant available from studentfinanceni. Students should complete a part time Further Education Award form
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Part Time Higher Education Funding

Student’s studying part time higher education courses such as HNC’s, NVQ 4 may apply for part time assistance through student finance ni. Please find information below detailing the types of funding available.

Fee Grant

A fee grant is available to part time higher education students, as long as the course is at least 50% of an equivalent full time course. The amount you get depends on how intensive your course is. See table below for the different rates of grant.

 

 Maximum fee grant

Less than 60% of the full time course

£820

Equivalent to 60% to 74% of the full time course

£985

Equivalent to 75% or more of the full time course

£1230

Course Grant

A course grant is also available to assist students with books and materials for your course. The grant pays up to £265 for the year.

Forms & Deadlines

You should complete a PTG1 form which will be available from Student Services in mid-august. The forms will also be available to download from www.studentfinanceni.co.uk
Additional Links
Studentfinanceni.co.uk

Part Time Further Education Funding

Students studying part time further education courses such as Level 2 & 3 diplomas, NVQ’s, may apply for funding through studentfinanceni. Please see information below detailing the different types of funding available.

Course Grant

A grant of up to £265 is available to assist with the cost of books and stationery; this is a means tested non repayable grant.

Fee Grant

A grant of up to £465 is available to assist with the cost of course fees.  This is also a means tested non repayable grant

The below table gives a breakdown of entitlement, depending on income

Household income

Fee Grant

Course Grant

Up to £15,000

£465

£265

£15,001 - £20,000

£275

£157

£20,001 - £25,000

£185

£105

£25,001 and over

NIL

NIL

Childcare for Part Time Further Education students

You can claim a childcare grant if you are using registered or approved childcare. The amount you get depends on your household income. The table below gives you an idea about the support available:

Household Income

1 child
(1-7 hours per week)

1 child
(8-14 hours per week)

2 or more children
(1-7 hours per week)

2 or more children
(8-14 hours per week)

Up to £21,330

£33

£65

£56

£110

£21,331 - £26,160

£28

£56

£48

£95

£26,161 - £31,580

£20

£39

£34

£67

£31,581 - £38,805

£10

£20

£17

£34

£38,806 +

No Funding

Forms and Deadlines

To apply for the grant you should complete a part time further education award form, also available from Student Services

To apply for childcare you should complete a CG2 form, also available from student services. There are no set deadlines for childcare applications, but it is advisable to get it in early to ensure prompt payments to childcare provider.

Additional Links

Click here for the ‘guide to financial support for further education students in 2011/2012’

Hardship Funds

The Hardship Fund is intended to provide support to learners who are experiencing exceptional financial difficulty with meeting costs associated with learning such as fees; accommodation; books; materials; travel etc

Basic eligibility

Students must be:

  • Enrolled on a course that is more than 4hrs a week
  • Have been resident in NI for 3 years before the start of the course
  • Have exhausted all other relevant funding options
  • Demonstrate financial hardship

Payments

Payments are made each month and are paid directly into the Students bank account. Typically Students do not have to repay this, but may be asked to repay if they abandon their course.

The amount payable is primarily based on household income.

 

FINANCE FOR REPUBLIC OF IRELAND STUDENTS
EU Resident (incl ROI)
Level
Part-time option
Higher National Certificate
Foundation Degree
NVQ level 4
Fee grant available from EU Customer Services Team in Darlington. Students should complete an EUPTG1 form.
Level 2 Diploma
Level 3 Diploma
NVQ 1-3
Fee grant is available from studentfinanceni. Students should complete a part time Further Education Award form.

Part Time Funding for EU Residents (includes ROI students)

Students studying part time higher education courses such as part time HNDs, Foundation Degrees, NVQ 4, Degrees may apply for part time funding through EU Customer Services Team in Darlington, to assist with tuition fees only.

Fee Grant for part-time higher education students

If you're classed as an eligible EU student, you can apply for the Fee Grant if:

  • you're studying in England, Northern Ireland or Wales
  • your course lasts for at least one year - and won't take more than twice as long to complete as an equivalent full-time course
  • your household income is below a certain amount

How much you can get depends on your household income, personal circumstances and on the 'intensity' of your course - but the maximum available is £1,230 for and 2011/12.

Applying for the Fee Grant

You should complete a EUPTG1 form which will be available from Student Services in August 2011

Working out course ‘intensity’

'Intensity' is how long the course takes to complete compared to an equivalent full-time course. Your university or college will be able to tell you the intensity of your course.

 Intensity of course

 Maximum Fee Grant 2011/12 

 50-59% full-time intensity

£820

 60-74% full-time intensity

£985

 75% or more full-time intensity

£1,230

Fee Grant for part-time further education students

Students studying part time further education courses such as part time NVQ 1-3 or National Diplomas level 1-3, may apply for part time funding through EU Customer Services Team in Darlington, to assist with tuition fees only.

This is means tested so the amount you get depends on your household income. Please see table below for information:

Household income

Fee Grant

Up to £15,000

£465

£15,001 - £20,000

£275

£20,001 - £25,000

£185

£25,001 and over

NIL

 

Useful Contact Details

Useful Contact Details

Derry/Londonderry

Michelle Breslin
Student Finance           
02871276033    
michelle.breslin@nwrc.ac.uk

Emmett Rice
Student Finance           
02871276010    
emmet.rice@nwrc.ac.uk

Limavady
Esther Mawhinney        
Student Finance           
02871278770    
esther.mawhinney@nwrc.ac.uk

Western ELB
1 Hospital Road
Omagh,
BT79 0AW
Tel: 028 8241 1411

North Eastern ELB
County Hall
182 Galgorm Road
Ballymena,
BT42 1HN
Tel: 028 2565 3333

 


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