Student Finance
University Centre Askham Bryan will be as supportive as it can be to help you manage your finances in relation to your studies and associated subsistence costs.
Askham Bryan College will be as supportive as possible to help you manage your finances in relation to your studies and associated subsistence costs.
There are costs associated with studying and you will be advised of these during the application process and again prior to enrolment. The fees you will be charged will relate to government guidance on funding. You can find out more by viewing our fees information and programme specific costs below.
Students should feel confident that the College will provide open and transparent advice and guidance regarding scholarships, bursaries and hardship funds that you may be eligible to apply for. If in doubt, please ASK!
For more detailed information please contact the HE Team by calling 01904 772358 or by email he@askham-bryan.ac.uk
Financial Assistance
Students studying a Higher Education programme may have two main costs – tuition fees and living costs.
Student Loans and Grants
Financial help is available in the form of Student Loans and Grants (from the Government), bursaries and scholarships. The amount you will be eligible for depends on your individual circumstances. The Gov.uk website provides guidance on eligibility for fees loans, maintenance loans and grants and any additional funding routes available to support study. Students that have identified support needs can also access information around the DSA application, details of assessment and allocation of funds processes. This can be found on the Gov.uk website. There is a limited bursary fund available which is allocated automatically based on individual student profiles as per our Access and Participation Plan – more information on this can be found here.
Please note, from 2026 the way student finance is overseen and distributed by the existing Student Finance England (SFE) arrangements will change to a Lifelong Learning Entitlement. The Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) will transform the post-18 student finance system in England. From September 2025, learners will be able to apply for LLE funding for the first time for courses and modules commencing from January 2026 onwards. Find out more here.
UCAB Bursary 2025/26
Eligibility (applicable for new students enrolling 2025-2026 academic year)
Fully enrolled students who are one of more of the following:
Care-experienced.
Males from IMD quintile 1 and 2 postcodes.
Identify as Black, Asian, mixed, or other ethnicity.
Students who have postponed their studies are not eligible during their period of postponement.
Students must have at least 80% attendance to their programme of study during each academic year.
Amount Available
Up to £750
Amounts would be confirmed with the students during Semester 1 of each academic year.
Bursary will be paid in two instalments across the academic year.
How is the support allocated
Automatically allocated based on information provided to the College at enrolment.
There is no application process, eligible students are contacted by Academic Services.
Hardship Fund
Eligibility
Limited annual fund for students who find themselves in financial hardship during the academic year.
Fund is open to all enrolled students who can demonstrate hardship with priority given to students with target characteristics (IMD Q1-2, care-experienced, reported disability).
Amount Available
Emergency Essentials Voucher £25
and/or
Up to £250 per application (max. £500 per academic year)
How is the support allocated
By application by contacting bursaries@askham-bryan.ac.uk
Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)
You can apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) to cover some of the extra costs you may have due to a mental health issue, long term illness or any other disability. You will need to provide evidence of your condition such as a letter from your doctor or a specialist to support your application. You can apply at any time before or during your course, and how much you get does not depend on your income.
DSA can provide the following help to students, specialist equipment allowance, helpers allowance, general students’ allowance and travel allowance.
- You can get the DSA on top of your other student finance.
- You won’t have to pay it back.
- How much you get depends on your individual needs and not your household income.
If you have applied for a course at one of our centres and would like any further information or help applying for DSA, contact the Learning Support Office on 01904 772339 or alternatively there is an information guide on the DirectGov website.
Parents’ Learning Allowance
https://www.gov.uk/parents-learning-allowance
You may be eligible for help with your learning costs if you’re a full-time student with children. This is called Parents’ Learning Allowance.
How much you get depends on your household income.
The allowance:
- does not have to be paid back
- is paid on top of your other student finance
- will not affect your benefits or tax credit
Adult Dependants’ Grant
https://www.gov.uk/adult-dependants-grant
If you’re a full-time student in higher education and an adult depends on you financially, you can apply for an adults Dependants’ Grant of up to:
• £3,354 for the 2023 to 2024 academic year
• £3,263 for the 2022 to 2023 academic year
The grant:
- does not have to be paid back
- is paid on top of your other student finance
Childcare Grant
You may be eligible for help with childcare costs if you:
Are a full-time higher education student and have children under 15, or under 17 if they have special educational needs.
- You can get the childcare grant on top of your other student finance
- You won’t have to pay it back
Discretionary Awards for 2023/24 entrants
Applications for the different bursaries (listed below) will be considered by the college’s Access Funds Decision Panel and will be open to all students studying both on full-time and part-time Higher Education programmes at any of the College’s centres.
HE Bursaries
You may be eligible to apply for the following:
Bursary up to £500
A contribution to support any associated costs of studying an Askham Bryan College Higher Education Study Programme.
Specialist Equipment up to £500
A contribution to support the purchase of specialist equipment and resources related to your Higher Education studies.
Tuition Fees
Please note: fee information is correct as at the time of issue; but can be subject to change following changes to national guidance.
Individual Module Fees
Students studying by individual modules will be charged £1,500 per 20 credit module and £3,000 per 40 credit module.
Students restudying a module as part of their main programme or undertaking a partial year repeat, will be charged at £600 per module.
Reassessment fees
Should a student be unsuccessful in passing a module, then the cost for reassessment is set at £100 per module.
Financial Liability for Students who withdraw from their studies
Depending on when you withdraw from your studies, there may be implications of the cost of your tuition fees and the loan you are entitled to. It is recommended you should check your liability with your relevant Student Finance provider to confirm how much you will owe prior to withdrawing.
Financial Liability for students who postpone their studies
There may be financial implications in relation to postponing your studies that you need to be aware of. You should speak with the College Student Finance and Welfare Officer for guidance and contact your relevant Student Finance provider to check your financial liability prior to postponing your studies.
Programme Specific Costs
Agriculture
| Item | Approximate cost |
| Lab coat | £10 – £20 |
| Lab safety glasses | £10 |
| Wellingtons | £10 |
| Scientific calculator (module dependant) | £5 – £15 |
| Steel toe cap boots | £10 – £50 |
| Overalls | £15 – £30 |
| Optional course trips | £20 – £2000 (dependant on trip) |
Animal Management
| Item | Approximate cost |
| Lab Coat | £10 – £20 |
| Lab safety glasses | £10 |
| Wellingtons (module dependant) | £10 |
| Scientific calculator (module dependant) | £5 – £20 |
| Steel toe cap boots | £10 – £50 |
| Overalls | £15 – £30 |
| Optional course trips | £20 – £2000 (dependant on trip) |
Canine and Feline Management
| Item | Approximate cost |
| Lab Coat | £10 – £20 |
| Lab safety glasses | £10 |
| Scientific calculator (module dependant) | £5 – £20 |
| Steel toe cap boots | £10 – £50 |
| Overalls | £15 – £30 |
| Optional course trips | £20 – £2000 (dependant on trip) |
Wildlife and Conservation
| Item | Approximate cost |
| Lab Coat | £10 – £20 |
| Lab safety glasses | £10 |
| Wellingtons (module dependant) | £10 |
| Scientific calculator (module dependant) | £5 – £20 |
| Suitable walking boots | £30- £70 |
| Protective gloves | £7- £20 |
| Suitable long-sleeved top | £10- £20 |
| Warm waterproof coat | £30- £100 |
| Optional course trips | £20 – £2000 (dependant on trip) |
Zoo and Wildlife
| Item | Approximate cost |
| Lab Coat | £10 – £20 |
| Lab safety glasses | £10 |
| Wellingtons (module dependant) | £10 |
| Scientific calculator (module dependant) | £5 – £20 |
| Steel toe cap boots | £10 – £50 |
| Overalls | £15 – £30 |
| Optional course trips | £20 – £2000 (dependant on trip) |
Equine
| Item | Approximate cost |
| Riding hat standard | £40 – £100 |
| Body protector | £80 – £100 |
| Protective riding gloves | £7 – £20 |
| Hair net | £1 |
| Breaches | £25 – £40 |
| Whips | £5 – £15 |
| Suitable long sleeved top (no hoodies) | £10 – £20 |
| Warm waterproof coat | £30 – £100 |
| Yard boots | £30 – £50 |
| Lab coat | £10 – £20 |
| Lab safety glasses | £10 |
| Overalls | £15 – £30 |
| Optional course trips | £20 – £2000 (dependant on trip) |
Veterinary Nursing
| Item | Approximate cost |
| Optional course trips | £20 – £2000 (dependant on trip) |
| Lab Coat | £10-£20 |
| Stethoscope | £10-£80 |
| Fob Watch | £10 |
| Nursing Tunic or Scrub Top | £10-£20 |
| BVNA Membership | Click Here |
| Text Books | FdSc Veterinary Nursing Reading List |
Please note: The Veterinary Nursing Course consists of a voluntary placement year of which any associated costs will not be covered by the college and will need to be subsidised. Students will receive a reduced maintenance loan from the relevant Student Finance provider whilst on placement. You will therefore need to be able to support yourself financially through the placement year.
Individual Module Fees
Students studying by individual modules will be charged £1,000 per module.
Students restudying a module as part of their main programme or undertaking a partial year repeat, will be charged at £600 per module.
Graduation Costs
Cap and Gown hire is booked through a company called Ede and Ravenscroft and can cost between £40-50.
There is also the additional option of professional photographs which can vary in cost depending on the package you choose.
Charges for Duplicate Certificates and Transcripts
| Harper Adams University | Replacement Certificate | £60 |
| Replacement final transcript | £60 | |
| Confirmation of award* | £25 | |
| Certified copy of transcript* | £30 | |
| Royal Agricultural University | Replacement Certificate | £20 |
| Duplicate transcripts | £15 | |
| Leeds Trinity University | Replacement Award Certificate | £35 |
| Replacement Academic transcript | £20 |
* Provided on University standard letter headed paper.
Miscellaneous
- There is a £600 fee for the restudy of modules following the decision of Exam Board (this includes trailing of modules or partial year restudy).
- Library fines are 10p per book per day or 1 week loan books are 50p per book per day.