
University Centre Fees and Finance
Studying for a degree is an investment in your future, but we know that it can feel a little scary. Here's what you need to know to get prepared to study at University Centre Bishop Burton (UCBB).
Studying for a degree is an investment in your future, but we know that it can feel a little scary. Here's what you need to know to get prepared to study at University Centre Bishop Burton (UCBB).
Tuition fees for students studying at UCBB are as follows.
There will be additional costs for some courses, such as trips and specialist equipment and clothing. Further information on these can be found with the programme information.
Please see below a list of bursaries and scholarships we offer.
Here at University Centre Bishop Burton we have our roots in the land and environment. Our specialist courses take our students on to valuable careers in Agriculture, Animal, Equine and Environmental Conservation. To support these students* in their aspirations to keep driving forward a sustainable future for themselves and their sectors we have introduced a Scholarship to pay all their accommodation fees. Click below for more information
£12,782/year
Fees for part-time students are calculated on a pro-rata basis. Typical costs are as follows:
*Alumni students qualify for a £1,500 bursary when progressing to study a master's programme. This is paid during year one for full-time students and £750 each year for part-time students.
Paying for your higher education can seem daunting, but you may be able to borrow money to help pay for tuition fees and to help with living costs whilst you study for a degree.
You can find out more from the Student Finance section of gov.uk.
The important thing to remember about these loans is that you make repayments based on how much you earn not how much you've borrowed!
Once you leave your course, you’ll only repay when your income is above the repayment threshold. The current UK threshold is £27,295 a year, £2,274 a month, or £524 a week. For example, if you earn £2,310 a month before tax, you’ll repay just £17 a month.
Postgraduate loans are now also available for those studying a masters programme. Find out more.
*This information is accurate at the time of publication in March 2025, but may be subject to change. Visit Student Finance for the most up-to-date information.
There is a range of course and living costs to consider when budgeting to study for a degree or other higher education programme.
As well as tuition fees, make sure you consider:
Yes, we have a range of financial support available, including scholarships and bursaries.*
*Current bursaries are under review and will be updated over the coming months
We offer financial support from underrepresented groups to help students access higher education.
This support includes a bursary of £500 for those students who meet criteria such as;
We also offer support for eligible students who require financial support to access IT equipment and enrichment activities as part of their learning programme.
Application Forms will be provided to eligible students based on the information supplied through enrolment and Student Finance England.
Aimed at supporting low income, high deprivation or students with disabilities to complete additional qualifications or to engage in industry-specific development which will support their future career. There will be a number of employability bursaries available in this academic year. Students can apply for this bursary to support their employability ambitions and enhance their CVs. The award is up to a maximum of £300 per application.
Applications will only be considered from enrolled students. To be considered, all students must follow the college procedure which includes the completion and submission of an application form, available from Student Services, or by completion of an electronic application through PayMyStudent. All applications must be submitted with supporting documents, such as Student Finance award notice, bank statements and other evidence were applicable. Guidance will be given as required.
The successful assessment of an application, will be followed by a Request Form to ascertain your support requirements. This will then be reviewed and confirmation of the decision outcome will be made via email.
Please note that bursary funds are limited and funding may be closed before the end of the academic year once the allocations have been made.
Applications will only be considered from enrolled students. To be considered, all students must follow the college procedure which includes the completion and submission of a Student Financial Awards application form via Pay My Student with supporting documents, such as student finance awards notice, 3 months bank statements and other evidence were applicable. This will be followed by a short advisory interview.
Please note all bursary funds are limited and any bursaries applications and hardship funding may be closed before the end of the academic year once the allocations have been made.
For applications to be considered, all students must follow the college procedure which includes the completion and submission of a Student Financial Awards application form as well as any required supporting documents. Applications can be accessed via our PayMyStudent Portal. Alternatively, you can download a paper copy of our application form which can be found below. This can be returned as a digital copy to bursaries@bishopburton.ac.uk OR as a paper copy to Student Services. The successful completion of the application form will be followed by and advisory questionnaire to ascertain your requirements.
Childcare Bursary may be available through Student Finance England for Higher Education students with dependant children in registered or accredited childcare. It cannot be claimed for if a student is already claiming the childcare element of the Working Tax Credit from the HMRC.
This is an award for students with children under the age of five. It covers the 15% of the childcare costs that the student’s Student Finance England (SFE) Childcare Grant does not, and is paid directly to the childcare provider. This support is to cover the student’s days of timetabled attendance only, and is subject to available funds.
The Student Opportunity Fund may be able to offer help with childcare costs for those who have a shortfall in their Childcare Grant. Please contact Student Services regarding eligibility and how to apply by calling 01964 553114 or emailing bursaries@bishopburton.ac.uk.
If you are a full-time student with dependent children, you may be entitled to help from the Parents' Learning Allowance through Student Finance England. This extra finance (along with the Childcare Grant) can help pay for childcare and other costs related to your course.
You may be entitled receive between £50 and £2024 per year for course-related costs, which is paid in three instalments and is paid on top of other student finance you may receive. You can apply through Student Finance England.