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Understanding how to funding your studies is an important part of planning for university. There are two main options to do this.
Self Funding: Applicants may choose to either self-fund, which means you will commit to paying the
Student Finance England (SFE): SFE stands for Student Finance England, the government‑backed service (run by the Student Loans Company) that provides tuition fee loans, maintenance loans, and various grants to eligible students in England.
This must be in place prior to starting your course, and can take several weeks or longer to approve, so is essential to prepare in advance.
To self fund, you can make an application directly through our Admissions Team, and then get in touch to explain how you are planning to fund your studies through your own income. Do this by contacting admissions@ukmc.ac.uk
The Student Finance England website provides a full understanding of the service, and is updated from time to time. We advise all applicants to review and understand this guidance fully.
Student Finance England is part of the Student Loans Company (SLC). They manage applications and provide loans and grants to students attending university or college in England.
They have a range of criteria, and depending on your circumstances, they may be able to support eligible applicants with:
Other support may be available depending on your circumstance.
This page provides general guidance about student finance and where to find further information.
Eligibility depends on a number of factors, including:
Not every applicant will be eligible for Student Finance.
For full eligibility criteria, please visit the official Student Finance England website.
SfE have provided a helpful guideline for when to apply for SfE based on the date you are planning to study: Student schedule - Student Finance England
Applications for Student Finance are completed directly through Student Finance England.
If you already have an application you can log in at https://www.gov.uk/student-finance-register-login
If you are choosing to apply for a tuition fee loan, we recommend applying as early as possible once applications open to help ensure your funding is in place before your course begins.
The application process typically involves:
If you are eligible for a Tuition Fee Loan, Student Finance England will normally pay your tuition fees directly to UK Management College (where applicable).
If you are self-funding your studies, tuition fees will be payable directly to UKMC in accordance with your Student Contract and applicable fee arrangements.
Please refer to the relevant course page for current tuition fee information.
If you have already submitted your Student Finance application, you should regularly check your Student Finance account to:
If your funding has not yet been confirmed, this may delay tuition fee payments. If you already have an application you can log in at https://www.gov.uk/student-finance-register-login
Our Conversion Officer teams can provide general guidance about the Student Finance application process.
Please note that UK Management College cannot make decisions about eligibility or funding awards, create or submit any application. This is the sole responsibility of the applicant, and is a commitment to a financial loan. Any loan you borrow needs to be paid back, but not until you’ve finished or left your course, and you earn over a certain amount.
If you have questions about your application or funding entitlement, you should contact Student Finance England directly.
We are committed to create a welcoming, inclusive and respectful environment for all the students, so everyone can succeed. At UKMC, we recognise and celebrate the diversity of our student community and firmly believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences will enrich the learning experience for all members of our community.
We are dedicated to promoting equality of opportunity, removing barriers to participation and fostering a culture where every student feels valued, respected and empowered.
We strive to create an environment where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is embedded in our practices. We are committed to promoting a culture that is free from discrimination, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Through our policies, support services and student engagement initiatives, we aim to create a positive and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive to their full potential.
UKMC strives to provide a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all students. Bullying, harassment, discrimination, sexual misconduct and victimisation are not tolerated.
Students who experience or witness behaviour that causes concern are highly encouraged to seek support and report the matter. Reports are treated with utmost sincerity and handled in accordance with UKMC policies and procedures.
UKMC E6 Bullying, Harassment, Discrimination and Sexual Misconduct Reporting Form
UKMC Safeguarding and Prevent Reporting Form
UKMC Students Compliments and Complaint Form
We are committed to uphold the principles of the Equality Act 2010 and promote equality of opportunity for all students. The Equality Act protects individuals from discrimination based on the following protected characteristics:
We are committed to ensure that all students are treated respectfully, and regardless of their background, identity or personal circumstances.
At UKMC, student feedback plays a huge role in shaping the student experience. We encourage all students to share their views, participate in discussions and contribute to the continuous improvement of our learning community. Through student representation and the student association, students have opportunities to raise issues, contributed decisions that affect their educational experience.
At UKMC, every student should feel welcomed, respected and included throughout their time with us.
Creating a culture of belonging means recognising and valuing the diversity of our community, encouraging respectful dialogue and ensuring that all students feel able to participate fully in their education life. We play a role in creating an inclusive environment where differences are respected, individual experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunities to succeed.
Our EDI Calendar highlights key awareness campaigns, heritage months, faith observances, cultural celebrations, and inclusion-focused events throughout the year. It aims to promote understanding, respect, and belonging across our diverse community while supporting opportunities for learning, engagement, and celebrating the richness of different cultures, identities, and experiences at UKMC.
Students can access range of policies, procedures and guidance documents that support equality, inclusion, well-being and student safety.
Key documents include:
Students may find the following official resources helpful:
If you need general guidance about Student Finance or have questions about joining UKMC, please contact our Admissions Team.
Email: recruitment@ukmc.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)161 478 001
