NHS bursaries will no longer be available to students starting an undergraduate course in nursing, midwifery, podiatry or physiotherapy from September 2017 onwards. You will need to apply to Student Finance England for a loan to cover your tuition fees and living expenses.
Occupational therapy
If you started the Occupational Therapy BSc(Hons) degree in academic year 2017–18 you will be eligible to apply for an NHS bursary for living expenses. You will need to apply to Student Finance England for a tuition fee loan.
How to apply
Once you have accepted our offer, please visit the NHS website to create a Bursary Online Support System (BOSS) account and apply online.
Paramedic practice
If you have been offered a place on the Paramedic Practice BSc(Hons), your tuition fees will be paid by Health Education Kent, Surrey and Sussex (HEKSS), formerly the Strategic Health Authority. You will also be entitled to a living allowance offered by HEKSS.
How to apply
The university will send you an allowance application form in August or early September. You may also be entitled to apply for a reduced-rate maintenance loan from Student Finance England (residency rules apply).