With students starting or going back to university this month, many young people may be faced with the daunting task of doing laundry for the first time.
However, washing your own bedding doesn't have to be an overwhelming task. Pesky stains caused by sweat, food, fake tan and makeup may be one of the biggest challenges for freshers washing their bedding, and they can be a pain to...
With many A level students planning their next steps in life, those starting university in September can ‘tap the app’ to get National Insurance and tax information they need to complete their student finance applications, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has said.
Anyone applying for a student loan for the 2024/25 academic year is encouraged to start their application now and to get...
Choosing a university is a big decision that can have a significant impact on your academic success. Higher learning is more than just attending classes and earning a degree; it's a transformative life experience that can shape your future in a multitude of ways. But with so many options available, it can be hard to know which university to choose. In this article, we'll explore how your...
As we look ahead to the 23/24 academic year this autumn, we recently launched the student finance application service for full-time undergraduate students in England. Students can apply for help with their course costs through a Maintenance Loan and to cover their fees with a Tuition Fee Loan.
However, depending on a student’s circumstances, there are other types of support available...
8 things you might not know about your student loan, but definitely should.
Student loans and how they’re repaid works differently from other types of borrowing. For example, did you know you will only repay when your income is over a certain amount? Or that if you have an outstanding balance at the end of your loan term it will be written off?
SLC provides an update on first term Maintenance Loan payments to students
Over £2.6bn has been paid to 1.1m students in the first term of the 22/23 academic year, according to figures released today* by the Student Loans Company (SLC).
The organisation, which administers student finance on behalf of the UK Government and the Devolved Administrations in Scotland, Northern Ireland and...
Government and Ofqual confirm exam arrangements for students in 2023
GCSE, AS, and A level exams in England will largely return to pre-pandemic arrangements next summer as young people continue to recover from the pandemic.
In line with the plans set out last September, Ofqual has confirmed a return to pre-pandemic grading in 2023.
With university courses starting across the UK this Autumn, it can be a daunting time ahead. Many students might struggle with relaxation during this period, so it's vital to understand the importance of self-care. More importantly, going hand in hand with that is to make sure to get the right amount of sleep; these are both essentials for acing studies.
425,830 of students will be taking up a place at a UK university – a record for an examination year.
Nearly 180,000 18-year-old students in England have had their place at their first choice of university confirmed. This is the largest number ever on record for an examination year, a 20% increase on 2019, when exams were last sat.
Ahead of the release of A-Level results on Thursday (18th), the Student Loans Company (SLC) is sharing its top tips for prospective students going through Clearing this year.
It’s predicted that this year’s Clearing window will be busier than ever, due to a range of factors, including an increase in the number of 18-year-olds heading to university or college as well as a return to a more...
