Discretionary bursary fund
The Student Bursary Fund is provided to the College to help students with the essential costs of studying. We want to ensure that financial pressures do not prevent anyone from taking part in education. The bursary is designed to support learners from low-income households or those experiencing financial difficulty.
Who can apply?
You may be eligible for the Discretionary Bursary if you meet the following criteria:
- You have been a UK resident for at least three years.
- You are enrolled on a Further Education course (full‑time or part‑time).
- You are under 19 years old on 31 August of the academic year you start your course.
- Your household is either receiving certain benefits or the total household income is below £30,000 per year.
- Please note: bursary funding is limited and subject to availability.
We also offer a separate type of bursary called the Vulnerable Bursary, which supports students who fall into specific groups defined by the Department for Education (DfE). More information about these eligibility groups can be found on the DfE website.
What support can the bursary provide?
The bursary may be able to help with:
Travel Support
Assistance with travel to and from college, including travel passes or help with public transport costs.
Study Supplies
Essential stationery and equipment needed for your course.
Books & learning materials
Course books, specialist resources, or materials required for your studies.
(Please see our bursary policy for full information)
What evidence will I need to provide?
To assess your application, we will ask you to upload evidence of household income. The type of evidence required depends on your family’s circumstances and income type, but may include:
- Three most recent months of full Universal Credit statements.
(Screenshots must show: name, full payment breakdown, and assessment period). - Three most recent monthly payslips, showing the parent/carer’s name.
- A Self Assessment Tax Return (SA302) for the most recent tax year.
- Or the most recent P60.
- Pension statements.
- Disability Living Allowance (DLA) award letter.
- Any other relevant financial documents that show your current household income.
Providing clear and complete evidence will help us process your application as quickly as possible.
Guidance and support
We recommend that all applicants read through the guidance notes before submitting an application.
This will help you understand the process, the type of support available, and what you may be eligible for.
If you have any questions or need help with your application, our team is here to support you. Please use bursary@ke6n.ac.uk and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
How to apply
Applying is quick and easy. All applications must be submitted online through our application portal.