You'll find expert guidance on funding your child's education at every stage, from pre-school through university and beyond. Our comprehensive resources cover everything from school fees and tuition costs to grants, loans and fundraising opportunities, all organized by age and education type for easy navigation. Funding Education is here to help.
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Applying for a Maintenance Grant
Check if you qualify for a Maintenance Grant to help cover student costs like accommodation and living expenses.
What Is the Adult Learning Grant and Am I Eligible
If you qualified for the Adult Learning Grant and what funding options are available for adult learners today.
Donating Money to a School or University
Give money to a school or university by contacting their fundraising office and choosing from bank transfers, cards, cheques or payroll giving.
Student Funding Eligibility Checker (Free Tool)
Identifies which grants, loans, and support schemes a student or family may qualify for based on their circumstances.
Education Cost Planner (Free Tool)
Estimates total education costs from now through a chosen endpoint and shows monthly savings needed.
My Experience of Postgraduate Evening Study: Case Study
One anthropologist's honest account of balancing a part-time PhD with full-time work and what it actually costs.
Emailing or Writing to a Potential Phd Supervisor
The right PhD supervisor affects your funding, research opportunities and day-to-day experience, so choose someone whose style matches how you work best.
Choosing the Right PhD Supervisor
Your PhD supervisor shapes your entire research journey, so picking someone who matches your interests and supports your goals matters.
How I Secured MA Funding: Case Study
Vicky Olsen shares how she won AHRC funding for her MA in English Literature, including her timeline and application strategy.
Writing an Effective AHRC Research Proposal
AHRC funding is competitive, so your research proposal needs to clearly position your work within current academic thinking and show why it matters.
Childcare Vouchers: What Are They and How Do They Help?
Childcare vouchers let you pay for childcare from your pre-tax salary, cutting your tax bill and easing the financial strain on working parents.
Further Education Through Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with formal qualifications, offering a practical alternative to traditional college courses.
Personal Credit: Should I Use It to Fund My Education?
Using personal credit to pay for education means you'll start repaying immediately, unlike student loans, so weigh the costs and terms carefully.
Student Fees: What Has the Government Changed?
The government raised university tuition fees to £9,000 a year and changed how student loans get repaid, affecting who can afford higher education.
Guidance for Part-time Students
Balance work and family while earning a qualification through part-time study that fits your schedule.