Students urged to apply for finance now, even if waiting for a uni place

Radio and electronics rally

STUDENTS in the South East are being advised to apply for next year’s finance even if they are still waiting for a university place.

The early bird scheme takes just 30 minutes to complete and can be tracked online with most applications processed within two months.

Last year more than

£22 billion was paid out to over 1.5 million students in maintenance loans, grants and tuition fees and the Student Loans Company expects the same number of applications for the 23/24 academic session.

Jackie Currie, interim

SLC executive director of operations, said: “Deciding to pursue study through higher education is a big decision for

A GROUP of radio fans will hope Reading will be on the right frequency when it holds a rally and car boot sale this summer.

The annual McMichael Radio & Electronics Rally and Car Boot Sale will be held at Reading Rugby Club in Sonning Lane, Sonning on Sunday, July 16.

The event will let radio amateurs and electronics enthusiasts find that special every potential student and there’s a lot to organise and manage before their course starts.

“Many aspiring students will be in the middle of studying and getting themselves ready for important exams in the months ahead, which is why I highly recommend submitting a student finance application as early as possible. That way they can focus on their studies and working towards making their education goals a reality.”

Students should have their National Insurance Number, bank and passport details to hand before starting their application.

Full information, including guides on how to apply, what funding is available and videos component, start a new project, discover a retail bargain or meet-up with like-minded colleagues.

Groups attending include the Reading and District Amateur Radio Club (RaDARC) and Burnham Beeches Radio Club (BBRC) and Bracknell Amateur Radio Club (BARC).

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Search and Rescue will be in attendance to provide a First Response Service. to help students through the SLC executive director of operations, said: “Deciding to pursue study through higher education is a big decision for every potential student and there’s a lot to organise and manage before their course starts.

“Many aspiring students will be in the middle of studying and getting themselves ready for important exams in the months ahead, which is why I highly recommend submitting a student finance application as early as possible.

“That way they can focus on their studies and working towards making their application process.”

Organisers say there is good bar and catering will include a barbecue.

There is also free parking available.

Entry is £3 per person, and it costs £10 per table.

The rally runs from 9am, with set-up at 8am.