It is important for you to understand that funding in education depends on your personal circumstances. For example, the level of the course that you decide to do, the time that you are going to spend IN CLASS, whether you live with your parents or you support a family.

So, in order to help you identify how your circumstances will affect you, we have provided the following information (for further information about terminology please check the Glossary).

Please read the information below then select from the menu options opposite.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
A. Level of the course:
This is the ACADEMIC level of your course; it will be either non-advanced or advanced:

• NON ADVANCED: Non-advanced courses are those that are designed to give you an introduction to the selected topic. E.g.:
- Access Courses
- National Certificate courses
- Scottish Group Award courses

• ADVANCED: Advanced courses are those that require a more detailed examination. These courses are more complex and include Highers and advanced material. E.g.:
- Higher National Certificate
- Higher National Diploma
- Diplomas
- Advanced Diplomas
- Degrees
- Honours Degree