Bursaries Information
Bursary Grant Information
A Bursary is a discretionary grant made by a college to help maintain a person in education beyond the statutory school leaving age of 16 years.
The criteria for Bursary Support is:
- Programme of study that leads to a recognised qualification up to National Certificate Level
- Generally bursaries are made available to support full-time attendance of more than 21 hours per week
- Only if a programme of study is unavailable in Shetland or where there are no places left on the course in Shetland, will bursary support be provided to attend college on the Scottish Mainland
- You satisfy the residency requirements. In most cases, if you have been ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom for the three years prior to the start of your course, and are resident in Shetland at least three months prior to the start of your course, you are likely to be eligible.
The below table details the different types of application available:
| Type of Application | Criteria | Assessment |
| Fees only Application |
Students over the age of 18 who wish to apply for fees only | No Assessment of Income |
Travel & Materials Application (Students under the age of 18 ) |
Students under the age of 18 are automatically entitled to receive a course materials award and may also be entitled to a travel award |
No Assessment of Income |
Bursary & EMA Application(Students under the age of 18) |
Students under the age of 18 may be entitled to an EMA as part of the bursary. This award is based on the gross household income. | Income Assessed |
| Full Bursary Application | Students over the age of 18 may be entitled to a full bursary award which includes maintenance, fees, travel and materials | Income Assessed |
To request a Bursary Application form and guidance notes for 2011/12, please contact the Schools Service on 01595 743848.
Alternatively, please click on the following links: