When it comes to studying part-time, you may be concerned about the cost of a course. Don't let this stand in your way! Many of our courses are free (subject to eligibility) or you could be eligible for a loan. Find out more below:
Part-time courses: Fees charged for all courses are shown on the website, however, you may be able to study for your course without paying the tuition, exam or fee supplement if you fit into one of the required criteria.
19+ Bursary: The Adult Learner Support Fund is a bursary for students on a low income who are aged 19 or over and who are studying on a Level 1 or Level 2 course or getting a fee remission for a Level 3 programme.Â
Advanced Learner Loan: The government-funded Advanced Learner Loan is available to help cover the cost of tuition fees. It's available to people over 19 years old, studying courses at Levels 3 to 6.
Advanced Learner Loan Bursary: The Advanced Learner Loan Bursary is for students on a low income who are aged 19 or over and who are receiving an Advanced Learner Loan.Â
HE Financial Support: There is a range of financial support available for students studying on our degree-level courses including a Hardship Fund, Disabled Students Allowance (DSA), Grants, and various bursaries.
Fee Liability (excluding Higher Education and apprenticeships)
Students are liable for full course fees regardless of any subsequent withdrawal, where attendance has occurred for more than two weeks (more than 14 days).
Exceptional circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be submitted in writing, along with supporting evidence, to our Finance Department. Please send an email to financeoffice@petroc.ac.uk or send a letter to Finance Department, Old Sticklepath Hill, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2BQ.
