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Fees Guidance - Part Time Courses

Course costs vary depending on individual circumstances. Some courses receive no government subsidy whereas others are partially, or in some cases, fully subsidised.

How much is my course?

When you are offered a place on a course, this is conditional on payment of the appropriate fee at enrolment. Fees are shown alongside the relevant courses to act as a guide when choosing your course. Not all fees are available at the time of print and some may be subject to change or may exclude material and exam fees. For these reasons we strongly advise that you find out the relevant costs before you enrol. We advise that you call our enquiry line on 0800 032 1986 or email enquiries@hlcollege.ac.uk to find out the relevant costs for when you enrol. When you are offered a place on a course, this is conditional on payment of the appropriate fee at enrolment.

Please note: if you wish to undertake a course which is funded by the government, and you are under 19 years old on September 1st 2019, you will not have to pay tuition fees.

See also - Free Tuition for Adults

Fee Reductions for Adults

Adults (aged 19 to 23 years) undertaking courses funded by the Education & Skills Funding Agency may be entitled to reduced course fees if they meet the following criteria:

  • Adults (aged 19 to 23 years) wishing to study at Level 2 who do not have a first full Level 2 qualification (i.e. do not have 5 GCSEs at grades 4 - 9, an NVQ at Level 2 or an equivalent qualification). You will be exempt from tuition fees, although other fees covering examinations, certification and materials may still apply.
  • Adults (aged 19 to 23 years) wishing to study at Level 3 who do not have a first full Level 3 qualification i.e. do not have 2 or more A Level passes or 4 or more AS Level qualifications, an NVQ at Level 3 or equivalent. You will be exempt from tuition fees, although other fees covering examinations, certification and materials may still apply.
  • Adults undertaking English or maths basic skills, including GCSE level if the student has not previously attained a grade C (grade 4), will be exempt from fees.
  • Adults who are in receipt of certain means-tested benefits (Job Seekers Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance in the Work-related Activity Group) may be entitled to apply for a reduction in fees.
  • Recipients of Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit, Income Support, Working Tax Credit, Pension Credit, Contribution-based ESA, DLA, Child Tax Credits or the new Universal Credit who are unemployed and wish to train in order to find work, may also be entitled to apply for a reduction in fees.

Valid documentary evidence of any qualifying benefits received must be provided in order for fee reduction to be allowed. Please note that disability related benefits such as DLA, Carers Allowance and Invalidity Benefit are not classed as means tested and therefore do not qualify for fees reduction. For further information please ring the enquiry line on 0800 032 1986.

Advanced Learner Loans

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Can I pay by instalments?

You can pay by instalments on certain high cost courses. We regret that we are unable to offer this facility on courses where the total cost payable is less than £200. The instalment plan consists of 25% deposit at enrolment followed by three equal monthly payments by standing order, commencing in December. Account facilities are available to employers, provided that written evidence is produced in advance of the student’s enrolment, indicating that the employer is willing to pay fees on the student’s behalf.

HLC accepts payment by cash, cheque (with banker’s card) or credit card (most types accepted)

What happens if I need a refund?

Classes need to be viable in order to run. If there are not enough students, a full refund will be paid. Refunds for any other reason are only granted in exceptional circumstances at the discretion of the College.

What fees will apply if I am an overseas student (non-EU)

HLC welcomes students from overseas and we’re sure that you will find HLC an ideal place to study. HCT has attracted students from all over the world, including Australia, China, USA and many other countries.

Fees for learners who are from overseas are applied at a different rate from those indicated in this guide. For information regarding course fees, when applying as an overseas student (this includes those who have not lived in the EU for more than 3 years). Please contact the Learner Services Team on the enquiries line 0800 032 1986.

Rules and regulations

  • Classes will not be formed unless enough students enrol to make them viable
  • Classes may be cancelled if numbers fall below the minimum required
  • HLC reserves the right to alter or cancel courses or parts of courses for whatever reason, without prior notice
  • The Principal’s decision is final as to whether or not a student may be enrolled for any particular class or course

Further details of HLC regulations are available from Reception at the Hereford Campus.

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.