Getting a letter about student finance can make your heart skip a beat. These notifications carry big news about your educational future, telling you exactly what support you’ll receive for your studies. The amount stated in these letters can open doors to higher education or require quick thinking about alternative funding options.
Reading through these notifications shouldn’t leave you scratching your head. Each letter follows specific patterns, but they can vary based on your situation and the type of support you’re receiving. Keep reading to see real examples that will help you understand exactly what these letters mean for your academic journey.
Student Finance Notification of Entitlement Letters
Here are examples of different notification letters you might receive, each showing unique circumstances and outcomes.
Letter 1: Full-Time Undergraduate Course – Maximum Funding Approved
Subject: Notification of Student Finance Entitlement 2025/26 Student Reference: 25690113 Course: BA (Hons) Business Management University: Manchester Metropolitan University
Dear Ms. Thompson,
Your application for student finance for the 2025/26 academic year has been processed and approved. Based on the household income information provided, you qualify for the maximum available funding package. This letter outlines your full entitlement and payment schedule.
Your funding package includes both tuition fee support paid directly to your university and maintenance support paid to your personal bank account in three installments throughout the academic year. The breakdown of your entitlement is as follows:
Tuition Fee Loan: £9,250 Maintenance Loan: £9,706 Total Package: £18,956
The maintenance payments will be made in the following installments:
- September 2025: £3,235
- January 2026: £3,235
- April 2026: £3,236
Please note that your first maintenance payment will be released once your university confirms your registration at the start of term. Make sure to complete the online registration process promptly to avoid any payment delays.
Keep this letter safe as you may need it as proof of funding for your accommodation provider or other services. Should your circumstances change at any point during the academic year, contact the Student Finance office immediately to update your information.
Best regards,
Sarah Mitchell
Student Finance Officer
Department of Education
Letter 2: Part-Time Postgraduate Study – Partial Funding Award
Subject: Student Finance Entitlement Notice – Part-Time Studies 2025/26 Student Reference: PTG256784 Course: MSc Data Analytics (Part-Time) Institution: University of Leeds
Dear Mr. Roberts,
After carefully reviewing your application for part-time postgraduate funding, we have processed your entitlement for the 2025/26 academic year. This letter details the financial support package available to you based on your course intensity and personal circumstances.
Your part-time MSc in Data Analytics, studied at 50% intensity over two years, qualifies for proportional funding support. The assessment takes into account your declared household income and other relevant factors submitted in your application.
Your approved funding package consists of:
Tuition Fee Support: £4,625 (50% of full-time equivalent) Postgraduate Master’s Loan: £5,500
Total Package: £10,125
The funds will be released according to this schedule: Term 1 (October 2025): £3,375 Term 2 (January 2026): £3,375 Term 3 (April 2026): £3,375
These payments depend on your continued engagement with the course. The university must confirm your attendance at the start of each term before funds are released. Should you need to change your study intensity or take a break from studies, notify both your university and Student Finance immediately.
Your entitlement includes access to additional support services through your university’s student services department. They can provide guidance on budgeting and managing your finances throughout your studies.
Yours sincerely,
Michael Brown
Senior Finance Assessor
Student Finance England
Letter 3: NHS Healthcare Course – Specialized Funding Package
Subject: NHS Student Bursary and Maintenance Award 2025/26 Reference Number: NHS25789 Course: BSc Adult Nursing Institution: King’s College London
Dear Ms. Patel,
Thank you for your application for NHS student support funding. This letter confirms your entitlement for the 2025/26 academic year, including both standard student finance elements and NHS-specific support.
As a student on an NHS-funded nursing degree, your package combines several funding streams designed to support your studies and clinical placements. The assessment considers your household income and placement requirements.
Your complete funding package includes:
NHS Training Grant (non-repayable): £5,000 Additional Location Supplement (London): £2,000 Exceptional Support Fund: £1,000 Maintenance Loan: £8,500 Practice Placement Expenses: Variable (claimed as incurred)
Total Fixed Support: £16,500 (excluding placement expenses)
Payment Schedule: September 2025: £5,500 January 2026: £5,500 April 2026: £5,500
Additional important information:
- Practice placement expenses must be claimed within 6 weeks of completion
- Your Training Grant payments depend on maintaining attendance above 80%
- Clinical uniform and equipment allowance will be paid separately
- DBS check costs will be reimbursed upon submission of receipts
Regular attendance monitoring will take place throughout the academic year. Please maintain accurate records of your placement hours as these affect your funding eligibility.
Kind regards,
David Wilson
NHS Student Bursaries Team
Department of Health
Letter 4: Distance Learning Course – Special Circumstances
Subject: Distance Learning Funding Confirmation 2025/26 Reference: DL789456 Course: BSc Computing & IT Institution: Open University
Dear Mr. Anderson,
Following assessment of your distance learning funding application, this letter outlines your approved financial support for the 2025/26 academic year. Your circumstances as a student with declared disabilities have been taken into account when calculating your entitlement.
Your distance learning package has been enhanced with additional support elements to ensure you can access all required materials and assistance. The funding detailed below reflects both standard distance learning support and supplementary disability-related allowances.
Your approved package includes:
Course Fee Loan: £6,935 Disabled Students’ Allowance:
- Specialist Equipment Allowance: £5,849
- Non-Medical Helper Allowance: £23,258
- General Allowance: £1,954
Total Package: £37,996
Payment Arrangements:
- Course fees paid directly to the Open University
- Equipment allowance available upon submission of quotes
- Non-medical helper payments arranged through needs assessment recommendations
- General allowance paid in three installments to your nominated account
Please submit any equipment quotes through your online account for approval before making purchases. Your needs assessment report provides detailed recommendations for using these allowances effectively.
Yours faithfully,
Emma Thompson
Specialist Support Officer
Student Finance England
Letter 5: EU Student – Pre-Settlement Status
Subject: EU Student Finance Confirmation 2025/26 Reference: EU256987 Course: MA International Relations Institution: London School of Economics
Dear Ms. Rodriguez,
This letter confirms your student finance entitlement as an EU student with pre-settled status for the 2025/26 academic year. Your right to study and access funding has been verified through your status under the EU Settlement Scheme.
Based on your residency status and course selection, you qualify for both tuition fee support and maintenance funding. The package reflects your status as a student ordinarily resident in the UK under the EU Settlement Scheme.
Your funding entitlement comprises:
Tuition Fee Loan: £11,836 Maintenance Loan: £12,667 Total Support Package: £24,503
Payment Schedule: Tuition Fees: Paid directly to LSE in three installments Maintenance Loan:
- Term 1: £4,223
- Term 2: £4,222
- Term 3: £4,222
Special Conditions:
- Continued eligibility depends on maintaining your pre-settled status
- You must update Student Finance if you leave the UK for more than 4 weeks
- Annual confirmation of residency required for ongoing support
Best wishes,
Robert James
EU Student Finance Team
Student Finance England
Letter 6: Returning Student – Change of Circumstances
Subject: Updated Funding Entitlement 2025/26 Reference: RS458962 Course: BA English Literature Institution: University of Bristol
Dear Ms. Carter,
This letter addresses your recent notification of changed circumstances and confirms your revised funding entitlement for the 2025/26 academic year. The adjustments reflect your switch from full-time to part-time study due to health reasons.
Your updated assessment takes into account your new study intensity (60%) and the supporting medical evidence provided. The package has been recalculated to ensure appropriate support for your adjusted study pattern.
Revised Funding Details:
Original Full-time Package: £18,625 Adjusted Part-time Package: £11,175 Difference to be returned: £7,450
New Payment Schedule: October 2025: £3,725 January 2026: £3,725 April 2026: £3,725
Important Notes:
- Previous payments will be reconciled against new entitlement
- No repayment required for funds already received
- Future payments adjusted to reflect new circumstances
- Additional support available through university hardship funds
Please continue to keep us informed of any further changes to your study pattern or circumstances. Your university’s student support services can provide additional guidance during this transition.
Regards,
Claire Bennett
Change of Circumstances Team
Student Finance England
Letter 7: Master’s Loan – Research Program
Subject: Postgraduate Research Funding Confirmation 2025/26 Reference: PGR789123 Course: MPhil Sustainable Engineering Institution: University of Sheffield
Dear Mr. Kumar,
Your application for postgraduate research funding has been successful. This letter details your loan entitlement for your MPhil program starting in September 2025.
The funding package supports your research-based master’s degree, taking into account the extended duration and research requirements of your program. The amount has been calculated based on the standard rate for postgraduate research students.
Funding Breakdown:
Postgraduate Master’s Loan: £17,475 Research Support Grant: £1,500 Total Support: £18,975
Distribution Schedule: Term 1 (September 2025): £6,325 Term 2 (January 2026): £6,325 Term 3 (April 2026): £6,325
Additional Information:
- Research Support Grant must be claimed with receipts
- Loan payments contingent on continued registration
- Additional funding available through university scholarships
- Progress reviews required for continued support
Keep this documentation for your records and reference. Contact the Postgraduate Support Team if your research timeline changes.
Best regards,
Thomas Lee
Postgraduate Funding Officer
Student Finance England
Letter 8: International Year Abroad – Split Study Location
Subject: Year Abroad Funding Notice 2025/26 Reference: YA365214 Course: BA Modern Languages (Year Abroad) Host Institution: University of Barcelona
Dear Ms. Walsh,
This letter confirms your modified funding package for your mandatory year abroad as part of your Modern Languages degree. The entitlement reflects the different costs associated with studying in Barcelona for the 2025/26 academic year.
Your year abroad package includes additional allowances for travel and settling in, while maintaining core support for tuition and maintenance. The amounts have been adjusted to reflect local living costs in Spain.
Funding Package:
Reduced Tuition Fee Loan: £1,385 Enhanced Maintenance Loan: £10,866 Travel Grant: £1,000 Total Support: £13,251
Payment Structure: September 2025: £4,417 January 2026: £4,417 April 2026: £4,417
Key Information:
- Travel Grant claims must include booking confirmations
- Exchange rate fluctuations may affect payment values
- Emergency funding available if required
- Local registration must be confirmed before payments
Remember to register with both your home and host universities to ensure smooth payment processing.
Yours sincerely,
Patricia Martinez
Year Abroad Support Team
Student Finance England
Letter 9: Mature Student – Career Development Loan
Subject: Career Development Funding Award 2025/26 Reference: CDP951753 Course: HND Business Administration Institution: City College Plymouth
Dear Mr. Thompson,
Following review of your Career Development Loan application, this letter confirms your funding entitlement for the 2025/26 academic year. Your status as a mature student returning to education has been considered in this assessment.
The package combines standard student support with additional elements designed for career changers. These funds aim to support your transition back into education while maintaining your existing commitments.
Support Package:
Tuition Fee Loan: £6,165 Maintenance Loan: £8,944 Career Transition Grant: £2,000 Total Package: £17,109
Payment Details: Term 1: £5,703 Term 2: £5,703 Term 3: £5,703
Special Provisions:
- Career guidance sessions included
- Additional support for study materials
- Flexible payment arrangements available
- Access to mature student advisor
Please attend the mature student orientation session where additional support services will be explained in detail.
Kind regards,
Mark Stevens
Career Development Support
Student Finance England
Letter 10: Teacher Training – Bursary Award
Subject: Teacher Training Bursary Notification 2025/26 Reference: ITT487596 Course: PGCE Secondary Mathematics Institution: University of Exeter
Dear Ms. Richardson,
This letter confirms your teacher training bursary award and associated funding for your PGCE course beginning September 2025. As a mathematics trainee, you qualify for an enhanced bursary package.
Your entitlement combines the tax-free training bursary with standard student support elements, providing comprehensive funding for your teaching qualification.
Complete Package:
Mathematics Training Bursary: £24,000 Tuition Fee Loan: £9,250 Maintenance Loan: £9,706 Total Support: £42,956
Payment Schedule: Training Bursary (monthly): £2,400 Maintenance Loan:
- Term 1: £3,235
- Term 2: £3,235
- Term 3: £3,236
Additional Benefits:
- Student teacher travel support
- Teaching practice materials allowance
- Professional development funding
- Mentoring program access
Your bursary payments will begin after you register and require continued attendance and progress.
Best wishes,
Jennifer Adams
Teacher Training Bursary Team
Department for Education
Letter 11: Joint Honours Degree – Complex Funding
Subject: Joint Honours Funding Statement 2025/26 Reference: JH159357 Course: BA Economics and History Institution: University of Nottingham
Dear Mr. Mitchell,
Your funding application for your joint honours degree has been processed. This letter outlines your entitlement for the 2025/26 academic year, taking into account the dual nature of your course.
The package reflects the combined requirements of both subjects, including specific provisions for additional study materials and research access needed for your course combination.
Funding Breakdown:
Tuition Fee Loan: £9,250 Enhanced Maintenance Loan: £9,706 Study Material Grant: £500 Total Package: £19,456
Distribution Plan: September 2025: £6,485 January 2026: £6,485 April 2026: £6,486
Course-Specific Notes:
- Additional library access included
- Dual department resources available
- Cross-faculty study support provided
- Special provisions for mixed assessment periods
Keep this letter as proof of funding for both departments.
Yours faithfully,
Richard Turner
Joint Honours Support Team
Student Finance England
Letter 12: Sandwich Year Placement – Industry Year
Subject: Sandwich Course Funding Confirmation 2025/26 Reference: SW753159 Course: BSc Computer Science (Industrial Year) Host Company: Tech Solutions Ltd
Dear Ms. Freeman,
This letter confirms your modified funding package for your industrial placement year. The entitlement reflects the different structure and requirements of your placement year with Tech Solutions Ltd.
Your package has been adjusted to account for the reduced tuition fees and different maintenance requirements during your placement year.
Modified Package:
Reduced Tuition Fee Loan: £1,850 Adjusted Maintenance Loan: £6,000 Placement Support Grant: £1,000 Total Support: £8,850
Payment Dates: October 2025: £2,950 January 2026: £2,950 April 2026: £2,950
Placement Specifics:
- Travel costs support available
- Professional wardrobe allowance
- Industry certification funding
- Placement insurance covered
Maintain regular contact with your placement officer and notify us of any changes to your placement terms.
Best regards,
Andrew Phillips
Placement Year Support
Student Finance England
Letter 13: Accelerated Degree – Intensive Study
Subject: Accelerated Degree Funding Statement 2025/26 Reference: AD852741 Course: LLB Law (2-year accelerated) Institution: University of Buckingham
Dear Mr. Gregory,
This letter details your funding entitlement for your accelerated law degree program. The package reflects the intensive nature of your studies, which compress three years of learning into two years.
Your funding takes into account the extended teaching periods and additional resources required for accelerated study. The package provides enhanced support to match the concentrated learning schedule.
Funding Package:
Tuition Fee Loan: £11,100 Enhanced Maintenance Loan: £11,354 Accelerated Study Support: £2,000 Total Package: £24,454
Payment Schedule: Term 1 (September 2025): £8,151 Term 2 (January 2026): £8,151 Term 3 (April 2026): £8,152
Program Notes:
- Extended term dates apply
- Additional study resource access
- Vacation period adjustments
- Intensive support services available
Contact the Accelerated Degree Support Team with any questions about your concentrated study schedule.
Yours sincerely,
Rachel Foster
Accelerated Programs Officer
Student Finance England
Letter 14: Returning to Study – Previous Qualification
Subject: Return to Study Finance Award 2025/26 Reference: RS963741 Course: Foundation Degree Healthcare Practice Institution: Birmingham City University
Dear Ms. Lloyd,
Your application for funding to return to study has been assessed. This letter confirms your entitlement, taking into account your previous study history and current circumstances.
The package considers your existing qualifications and provides support for your transition back into higher education. Specific elements have been included to support your return to academic study.
Support Details:
Tuition Fee Loan: £6,165 Maintenance Loan: £8,944 Return to Study Grant: £1,500 Total Support: £16,609
Payment Structure: September 2025: £5,536 January 2026: £5,536 April 2026: £5,537
Key Information:
- Study skills support included
- Academic refresher access
- Additional tutorial allowance
- Flexible study arrangements
Your university offers a returning learners program that complements this funding package.
Best wishes,
Helen Morrison
Return to Study Support
Student Finance England
Letter 15: Healthcare Placement Year – Clinical Practice
Subject: Healthcare Placement Funding Notice 2025/26 Reference: HP357159 Course: BSc Physiotherapy (Placement Year) Clinical Location: Various NHS Trusts
Dear Mr. Santos,
This letter confirms your funding arrangement for your clinical placement year. The package supports your practical training across multiple NHS locations while maintaining your student status.
Your entitlement combines standard student support with specific healthcare placement elements. The funding reflects the unique demands of clinical practice training.
Funding Elements:
Tuition Fee Loan: £9,250 Clinical Placement Support: £5,000 Travel and Accommodation Grant: £3,000 Maintenance Loan: £9,706 Total Package: £26,956
Payment Timeline: September 2025: £8,985 January 2026: £8,985 April 2026: £8,986
Placement Requirements:
- Uniform and equipment allowance
- Multiple site travel coverage
- Accommodation support for rotations
- Professional registration fees
Keep detailed records of placement-related expenses for reimbursement.
Kind regards,
Marcus Chen
Healthcare Education Funding
NHS Student Support
Wrap-up: Student Finance Notification Letters
Each of these letters represents different paths through higher education. They show how funding adapts to support various study patterns and course requirements. Understanding these letters helps you plan your academic journey with confidence, knowing exactly what financial support you can count on. Stay organized with your documentation and always reach out to Student Finance if you need clarification about your specific situation.