Further information can be found at the following websites:
www.tda.gov.uk - Training and Development Agency for Schools: provides information about all aspects of teacher training, including financial support
www.scholarship-search.org.uk - provides a comprehensive list of funding sources and tips for helping you stay out of debt
www.slc.co.uk - the Student Loans Company website, which gives information about available loans and repayments
www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance - provides information about applying for financial support
www.offa.org.uk - Office for Fair Access: news about student support
www.nus.org.uk - information for current and prospective students about higher education
www.ucas.com/students/startinguni/managing_money/budgeting/budget_calculator - you will need to carefully balance income and expenditure to ensure that you keep on top of your finances. Although not designed specifically for teacher training students, you may find the budget calculator that we have developed helpful in planning your finances.