Mandatory & Discretionary Support
Students in higher education normally qualify for a government-funded student loan. But some are also eligible for means-tested grants to cover their tuition fees and help to support their dependents.y responsible for making the actual payments and for writing to students
Application forms (PN1) are sent to schools and colleges in April. They can also be obtained from the Student Awards section, contact details below:
Student Awards:
PO Box 7167
Nottingham
NG1 4WD
Tel: (0115) 9154994
Fax: (0115) 9154044
Discretionary Support
Some courses are not covered by the scheme. The City Council has determined, under powers granted to it by government legislation, that it will not offer assistance in such cases.