You may be considering studying full-time, or, if you are local to north Wales, then the option of studying a part-time degree may be more attractive. Amongst the services that will be of interest to you are the Mature Students’ Adviser within Student Services, the financial advice and support offered by the Money Support Unit, and the Study Skills support offered by the Study Skills Centre (see page 57 for details).
Financing your studies
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A Mature Students’ Adviser within Student Services to offer assistance on a range of issues
We also have a Hardship Fund to assist students who experience unexpected financial hardship.
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The Students’ Union has a Mature Students’ Senator to make sure that the needs of mature students are fully represented
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The Study Skills Centre offers workshops and resources to support students throughout the transition to, and progression through, university
Money Support Unit Student Services T: 01248 383566/383637 E: moneysupport@bangor.ac.uk
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Money Support Unit offers financial advice and support for mature students.
While some of these services are outlined here, please visit www.bangor.ac.uk/mature for more information. We also urge you to contact the Mature Students’ Adviser for more information about the range of help and support available to mature students:
As a mature student and depending on your individual circumstances, you may be eligible for additional financial support. For example, students who are parents may be eligible for extra assistance such as the Childcare Grant or the Parent’s Learning Allowance, while there are also grants for those with adult dependents.
“Bangor University is my local university and the welcome, support and quality of education that I received there means that it turned out to be one of my best ever decisions.” Darleen Jones From Caernarfon, Childhood Studies graduate
Student Services T: 01248 383637 E: studentsupport@bangor.ac.uk
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