It’s important that you understand the full cost of your course and the support available. Here at SMB College Group, our Student Services team can provide advice and guide you through the process.
Below is an outline of basic age brackets and what may be involved.
Please contact us directly to discuss your personal situation if you are still unsure as to what may be applicable to you. You can contact us here
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College Course Fees
The following information is applicable to those courses eligible for funding by the ESFA (Education and Skills Funding Agency). The fee remission categories only apply if you meet all of the relevant eligibility criteria as set out in the ESFA Funding Rules.
If you are aged 16 to 18
If you are under 19 on 31st August of the year in which you wish to join us, the course will be fully funded and, in most circumstances, there will be no fees for you to pay.
If you are aged 19+
If you are unemployed, in receipt of an eligible state benefit, seeking employment, and studying up to a Level 2, course tuition and exam fees will be waived.
You can also receive free tuition if you are;
- 19 to 23* and studying an Entry or Level 1 qualification that supports progression to your first full Level 2 qualification.
- 19 to 23* and are looking to achieve your first full Level 2 or 3 qualification and studying one of the eligible qualifications.
(*The age applies on the day you actually start the course, as long as you are over 18 on the 31st August).
Other course-related fees (for example, materials) may still apply.
If you are aged 19 - 23 (or over) on 31st August and do not qualify for a fee reduction, you will be charged an annual tuition fee along with associated exam related fees. Other course-related fees may also apply. You may, however, be eligible for the Advanced Learner Loan to cover your tuition fees. You can find out more about the financial support here.
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English and Maths
All English and Maths courses are free to all students who have not yet achieved GCSE English and/or Maths at either grade A* – C or 9 – 4.
Fees will apply to those wishing to improve on their grades.
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Higher Education Fees
2025/26 Tuition Fees
Following a number of years of investment in both teaching and learning practices and facilities, the college can provide the highest level of support to recruit and retain students on Undergraduate programmes.
Our tuition fees for 2025/26 are as follows:
Awarding Body
Programme Type
Tuition Fee (2025/26)
University of East Anglia,
De Montfort University,
Pearson
Degrees, Foundation Degrees, Top-up Degrees, HNCs and HNDs
£8,250 per year
For the 2025/26 academic year, fees are to be set no higher than £8,250 per year for all Foundation Degrees, Degrees, Top-up Degrees, HNCs and HNDs.
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Paying Your Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees are to be paid on your first day of study, either by Student Finance or by yourself – if you are financing your own studies.
If you are applying for a Student Loan for 2025/26, you will be able to do this from February/March 2025. To cover the costs of studying, you can apply for:
- Tuition Fee Loan to cover your tuition fees in full
- A Maintenance Loan for living costs, such as accommodation, food and transport
- College Bursary
- Extra financial help if you have a disability, children, or adults depending on you
You can find out more about the financial support here.
Check out this handy guide from Student Finance England for more information.
You can contact our Student Services team for any help regarding fees and financial support.
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