Learners must be aged 16 or over but under 19 on the 31st August 2021 prior to the start of the course.
Learners aged 19 who are continuing on to the 2nd year of the same study programme (19+ Continuers) they started before they turned 19.
Learners aged 19-25 who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan)
Learners must meet the residency requirements stipulated by the ESFA Funding Guidance and have the right to abode in the UK.
Household gross income must be below £30,000 or be in receipt of income based benefits.
To apply for the 16-19 Discreationary Bursary you will need to complete an application on Pay My Student and upload the evidence requested. Click here for direct access to Pay my Student Bursary form.