Fee Discounts
Course Fees
- Course fees quoted with the course information are for the current academic year (2010/11). Fees for the next academic year starting in September are subject to change and will be confirmed in the May before that academic year
Only certain course are eligible for a fee concession. If you think you may qualify for a discount then please contact Learner Services and Information team on 01635 845 000 or email info@newbury-college.ac.uk
Fee Concessions for Residents of the UK, or of a Member State of the EU
In all cases where a full waiver of, or reduction in, tuition fees is being claimed, the learner must produce supporting documentary evidence upon enrolment.
- Learners working towards a recognised Essential Skills Course pay NO FEES for their essential skills course.
- All learners pay fees on HNC, HND and Foundation Degree full-time and part-time courses. UK residents may be eligible to apply to their Student Loans company for assistance.
- Learners who are sponsored by their employer are not entitled to any fee concessions.
Concessions Available for Courses Leading to Any Other Qualification:
Learners aged 16-18:
Learners aged 16-18 at the Start of an approved Course do not pay tuition fees, examination fees or registration fees. They do have to pay other costs (eg: materials, equipment, uniform, books, visits etc).
Learners Aged 19 and over:
Learners Aged 19 and over pay tuition fees, exam, registration fees, books and the cost of any materials e.g. equipment and uniforms, visits etc. The stated tuition fees apply to each year of the programme and are subject to review for the next academic year. Some learners may be entitled to an SFA Approved concession, in which case tuition fees only may be waived (see Concessions below).
The fees for a full time course will be quoted as a fee for the first year, second and subsequent years also have fees which are available at the time of enrolment.
Fees for part-time courses vary according to the length and type of qualification.
Part Time course fees stated on this site relate to year 1 course fees only. Two or three year courses will have an additional course fee for the second and/or third year; these fees are subject to confirmation in the May prior to the start of the academic year.
Concessions:
If you are aged 19+ you do not pay any tuition fees if you receive one of the following benefits:
- Jobseekers Allowance
- Income Support
- Housing Benefit
- Pension Tax Credit
- Council Tax Credit
- Working Tax Credit
Or if you enrol for a Level 2 / 3 Qualification, and do not already have a full Level 2 /3 qualification.Please check your qualifications with Learners Services and Information - you may be able to claim a concession.
Or if you are an officially recognised:
- Refugee
- Asylum Seeker (subject to eligibility criteria)
However, Learners in the above categories do have to pay examination fees, registration fees and other fees associated with their course.
| Summary of Fee Concessions for UK / EEA Resident Learners | Tuition Fees | Exam / Reg Fees |
|---|---|---|
| 16 to 18 | Waived | Waived |
|
Over 18 and:
|
Waived | To Pay |
| 19+ and on a recognised Essential Skills course | Waived | Waived |
| 19+ not matching criteria above | To Pay | To Pay |
Contact Learner Services for further clarification.
Help with the Cost of Attending College
If you are unable to afford the costs associated with coming to College, please contact our Welfare Officer on 01635 845000 for a confidential chat.
International Students
Please enquire at Learner Services for current fees if your normal place of residence is not in the UK or in a member state of the EU/EEA.
Courses subsidised by West Berkshire Council:
Most of our part time courses which do not lead to a formal qualification are subsidised by West Berks Council. You can claim a discount of 50% in the
tuition fees for a local authority supported course if you receive one of the following benefits:
- ESA income - based
- Jobseekers Allowance
- Income Support
- Housing Benefit
- Pension Credit Guantee
- Council Tax Benefit
- Disability Allowance
- Registered carer of an adult who cares for those with a disability allowance
A discount of 30% in the tuition fees is available to learners aged 60 and over, and who are resident in the West Berkshire Council area.
Please note: course information and fee discounts may be subject to change and you are advised to check with Newbury College before you enrol.
If you cannot find the course you are looking for or if you require further information, then please contact our helpline Tel: 01635 845000 or contact us