Fees Guidance - Full Time Courses
For learners who start their further education full-time course aged between 16-18 years, there are no tuition or examination fees. Some courses may charge for bespoke items such as materials, equipment, specialist clothing, etc.
For learners aged 19 years and above, tuition and examination fees are applicable. Last year’s tuition fee for a full-time course was circa £600 (subject to change for 2012/13). Examination fees are in addition, but vary from course to course.
Learners who qualify for free Level 2 / 3 courses (See Free Tuition for Adults) are exempt from paying tuition fees, but examination fees do apply. There may also be material/equipment costs, but these are dependant upon the course being studied.
We advise that you call our enquiry line to find out what costs you will incur at enrolment. When you are offered a place on a course, this is conditional on payment of the appropriate fee at enrolment.
See also - Finance for HE
Online Resources
The student finance section of the 'Student Room' website has the latest news and advice for all students, including those going to university.
www.thestudentroom.co.uk/studentfinance
Students can also follow Student Finance England at www.facebook.com/SFEngland and www.twitter.com/sf_england to take part in student finance surgeries.
Overseas Learners
HCT welcomes learners from overseas and are sure that you will find our college an ideal place to study. We have attracted learners from all over the world, including Australia, China, USA and many European countries.
Please note: separate fees apply for overseas learners. To find out more, please call Learner Services on 0800 032 1986.
Assistance with fees
You may be entitled to a reduction of course fees if you are in receipt of certain means tested benefits (Jobseekers Allowance or Employment and Support Allowance – Work Related). Documentary evidence must be provided. Please call 0800 032 1986 for further details.
N.B government priorities and legislation with regards to fee reductions are extremely uncertain at the time of publication of this prospectus. Prospective learners should contact the College directly in order to ascertain the most up-to-date information.
Payment of Fees by Instalments:
ALL ARRANGEMENTS TO PAY FEES BY INSTALMENTS MUST BE EFFECTED BY THE STUDENT COMPLETING A STANDING ORDER MANDATE AT THE TIME OF ENROLMENT.
In all cases 25% of fees are payable at the time of enrolment. Standing order payments cover ONLY tuition fees; certain courses may also have exam registration costs, etc. Based on a normal September / October enrolment, the following payment dates should be used:
1st payment after enrolment………1st December
2nd payment …………………………1st January
3rd payment…………………………..1st February
The instalment plan will only be available for courses whose fees exceed £200.
Further details can be obtained from the Herefordshire College of Technology Finance department.
These figures are for guidance purposes only and should be checked prior to enrolment.
