Financial support while training
Our course fees depend on the type of training that you choose. Click here to find out what options are available. Whichever type of course you choose, there are a variety of sources of financial support that you can access during your training.
Student Loans
You can apply for loans to cover your tuition fees and maintenance at https://www.gov.uk/apply-online-for-student-finance
Bursaries
If you have a 2:2 degree or above and are training to teach a secondary shortage subject you may be able to apply for a bursary. Bursaries offered for 2022-2023 are:
● Physics £27,000
● Chemistry £27,000
● Mathematics £27,000
● Computing £27,000
● Languages £25,000
● Geography £25,000
● Design and Technology £20,000
● Biology £20,000
● English £15,000
Scholarships
If you have a 2:1 degree or above and are training to teach a secondary shortage subject you may be eligible for a scholarship from the relevant professional body. Scholarships combine a financial award with a package of additional benefits. Trainees awarded a scholarship cannot also receive a bursary. Scholarships offered for 2022-2023 are:
● Physics £29,000
● Chemistry £29,000
● Mathematics £29,000
● Computing £29,000
● French £27,000
● German £27,000
● Spanish £27,000
Extra Financial Support for Parents and Carers
You may be able to get extra financial support if you have dependent children or other caring responsibilities. For more detail visit the government website:
https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/funding-your-training
To apply now click here.
‘I am extremely happy that I have chosen this profession. Training with BEC Teacher Training helped me achieve this and I will always be grateful’