For those aged 16-18, our Entry Level, Level 1, 2 and 3 courses are free to study.
Depending on your circumstances, you could be eligible for financial support whilst studying with Wirral Met.
For more information please contact our Student Finance Team,
Free Travel
If you are aged 16-18 you could be eligible for free travel - terms & conditions apply.
Free Breakfast
Start your day in a positive way! We offer a free breakfast club with tea & toast. Monday - Friday from 8.15am to 9.30am (term-time only).
Free Meals
You may be entitled to free meals in college if you are aged 16-18, subject to eligibility.
Equipment & Uniform
You could be provided with equipment and uniform that is required for your course for free. We want to ensure you have access to everything you need to achieve your chosen qualification.
Educational Trips
You may be eligible for support with the cost of educational trips that are essential to your study programme goals and course objectives.
Support With Childcare
If you have children and are using a registered childcare provider, government funding for childcare is available through the Care to Learn scheme.
Click here to access our Student Financial Support Application Form
Support for Care Experienced Students
A bursary of up to £40 per week may be awarded to students aged 16-18 who are:
- In care
- Care leavers
- Receiving Income Support (IS), or Universal Credit (UC) because they are financially supporting themselves or financially supporting themselves and someone who is dependent on them and living with them, such as a child or partner
- Receiving Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Personal Independence Payments (PIP) in their own right as well as Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) or UC in their own right
The amount of support awarded will be based on individual circumstances and an assessment of what is needed to continue participation on your chosen course.
Student Discounts
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Students and apprentices can enjoy all the perks of student discounts with TOTUM.
TOTUM unlocks a wide range of discounts, perks and offers for students.
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