Funding

Currently, those who undertake an NHS funded degree course receive a means tested bursary. Tuition fees are paid, but the grant allowance received depends on the individual's income or that of their partner/parents.

Currently those who undertake an NHS funded diploma course receive a non income assessed bursary, with some students elligible for extra allowances - for example, those with chidlren.

Following a recent review of NHS student support by the Department of Health in England, from September 2012, the above funding arrangements will change. All new eligible students will be eligible for a £1,000 grant. They will also be eligible for a means tested bursary and a maintenance loan. Further information is available from the Department of Health website.