Bath Spa University

Teacher Training Bursary & Other Funding

Important Notice

Recently there have been some changes to the way PGCE programmes are funded. Primary and Early Years PGCE and some non-secondary shortage subjects programmes no longer qualify for the Teacher Training bursary. We would advise that you check the TDA website for the most up to date information. However all PGCE students who are eligible UK and EU students will still be able to apply for the Bath Spa University bursary up to £500.

Teacher Training Bursary

The Teacher Training bursary is a training grant paid through the University. There are no tax or National Insurance implications and it is paid in instalments over a nine month period within the academic year from October to June, provided you remain on programme. You apply for this bursary as part of the registration process when enrolling at Bath Spa University. Currently full time PGCE Bath Spa Teachers are paid between £6,000 and £9,000 from the TDA depending on the subject you train to teach (please see table below). You also need to meet the following criteria:

You are a graduate;
Meet the requirements for entry onto your PGCE programme;
Not employed as a teacher in schools or further education institutions at the start of the programme;
Not undertaking any other initial teacher education programme;
Meet the requirements of personal eligibility criteria for receiving student support. Eligibility covers complex areas such as residency (i.e. where you live), previous study (i.e. whether you've taken a higher education course before). If you have any concerns about these aspects please contact your Primary Funding Provider;
Not already have completed and gained QTS status or been registered on a PGCE programme and received training bursary payments.

Please contact Jacqui Gunthorpe for further information.

Please note:

You will apply for your Training bursary as part of the registration process at Bath Spa University
Should you cease your studies at any time during your programme the Bursary payments will stop
That it is your responsibility to provide promptly to BSU evidence of any changes to your eligibility for Teacher Training bursary entitlement, whilst studying as a Bath Spa Teacher. And you repay promptly any bursary overpayment.

PGCE Funding (check with the TDA for the latest information)
Secondary Subject	Teacher Training Bursary	Bath Spa University means tested bursary
Modern Languages	£6,000	up to £500
Combined Science	£6,000	up to £500
Biology	£6,000	up to £500
Mathematics	£9,000	up to £500
Physics	£9,000	up to £500
Chemistry	£9,000	up to £500

Statutory Funding via direct.gov.uk

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees £3,375 per year;
All eligible Bath Spa Teachers are entitled to apply for a non means tested tuition fee loan. This loan will be paid direct to your university to cover your tuition fees. You will apply for this loan at the same time as the maintenance loan and grant, through your primary funding provider.

Student Loan

Maximum loan up to £4,950

Maintenance Grant

Maximum grant up to £2,906

Childcare Grant.

For full-time students who have children in registered childcare.
Grant is means-tested and up to a maximum of £148.75 a week for one child and £255 a week for two or more children.

Parents Learning Allowance

For help with course-related costs for full-time students who have dependent children.
Grant is means tested and up to a maximum of £1,508 per year.

Adult Dependants Grant

If you have a husband, wife, partner or another adult who depends on you financially.
Up to a maximum of £2,642 per year.

Bath Spa University Bursary

Eligible UK and EU students can apply for a means tested bursary of up to £500 per year from Bath Spa University, which does not have to be repaid. You only have to fill in one application to access both National and Bath Spa funding, as above.

BSU Bursary

Possible additional funding through BSU:

Funding from the Inland Revenue

Child Tax Credits.

Students with dependent children are eligible to apply for Child Tax Credit.
The money you receive depends on your circumstances.
Students receiving the maximum Child Tax Credit are entitled to free school meals for their children.
To find out more contact the CTC help line on 0845 300 3900 or visit: www.inlandrevenue.gov.uk/taxcredits

Subject Knowledge Enhancement Courses

There are no course fees for UK and EU students and, depending on the subject, successful UK and EU applicants may receive a tax free bursary:

- Maths - £200 per week (£5,600 total)
- Physics - £200 per week (£5,600 total)

EU Applicants

PGCE tuition fees will be £3,375 in 2011/12. Applicants from the EU are eligible for the same TDA and Bath Spa training bursary payments as UK applicants.

International Applicants

Fees for international applicants on PGCE programmes in 2011/12 will be £9,690. In addition, international fees for subject knowledge enhancement courses will be £9,000 for maths and physics and £7,000 for science. International applicants are not eligible for the TDA bursary (or subject knowledge enhancement bursary), Bath Spa bursary, maintenance grant or student loans.

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