How much will it cost to study in Wales?

If you're studying in Wales

As a student, you will have to pay for two things: tuition fees for your course and living costs, such as rent, food, books, transport and entertainment. But don't worry - you can get financial help from the government in the form of loans and grants.

Fees

For 2009 entry, universities and colleges in Wales will charge new students up to £3,225 a year for their courses. The maximum fee charged will not rise by more than the rate of inflation before 2010 at the earliest. Amounts charged may vary between courses, as well as between different universities and colleges.

If you are an eligible student and normally live in Wales or the European Union (outside the UK) and choose to study in Wales, you will be entitled to a tuition fee grant of £1,940 from the Welsh Assembly Government, which does not have to be repaid. You can choose to defer repayment of the remaining £1,285 fee contribution until after you have completed your studies and are earning at least £15,000 by applying for a tuition fee loan. The loan will be increased in line with the rate of inflation, but commercial rates of interest will not be charged.


In addition, the Assembly Learning Grant of up to £2,906 will provide maintenance support for eligible Welsh students. How much you get depends on your household income, and will be calculated by your local authority when you make your application.

If you normally live in Wales visit www.studentfinancewales.co.uk or www.cyllidmyfyrwyrcymru.co.uk for more information on 'Student Finance Wales' services, including the Assembly Learning Grant (for living costs), student loans (for living costs and the cost of tuition fees), the tuition fee grant, specific grants for those students in special circumstances and the Welsh National Bursary.