Taking you higher with affordable, job-focused University courses.
Fees and Funding
Fees and financing your studies
We strive to give you the best value for your money by offering you more than just a degree.
With access to state-of-the-art equipment, free professional qualifications in addition to your chosen course, and more teaching hours than traditional Universities, we ensure you graduate with the skills, knowledge and experience that set you apart in today’s competitive job market.
Full Time Programmes
| Honours Degree/Honours Degree (Top-up) | £9,250 per year |
| Foundation Degree | £8,500 per year |
| CertHE | £8,500 per year |
| CertED/PGCE | £5,000 per year |
| Higher National Certificate/Diploma | £5,000 per year |
Part Time Programmes
| Honours Degree (Top-up) | £4,625 per year |
| Foundation Degree | £4,250 per year |
| CertED/PGCE | £2,500 per year |
| Higher National Certificate/Diploma | £2,500 per year |
Meet Sam and Robyn!
Both are delighted to assist you from application through enrolment and all the way to graduation at UCM!
Sam (left), our fantastic Higher Education Administrator and Data Controller, is here to assist you with all your administrative needs. Whether you need a council tax exemption letter, proof of enrolment, grade confirmations, or any other requested letters or emails, Sam has got you covered.
Robyn (right) offers direct support to all students, including those facing additional challenges like learning needs, disabilities, or health conditions. She can also assist with reasonable adjustments and access arrangements.
3 year full-time degree with integrated foundation degree*
| Open University Degree at Middlesbrough College | Other Institute Equivalent | |||
| Duration | Qualification Received | Cost | Qualification Received | Cost |
| Year 3 | BSc or BA Honours Degree (Top-up) | £9,250 | BSc or BA Honours Degree (Top-up) | £9,250 |
| Year 2 | Foundation Degree | £8,500 | N/A | £9,250 |
| Year 1 | N/A | £8,500 | N/A | £9,250 |
| Year 0 | Access to HE Diploma | £0* | Foundation Year | £9,250 |
| Total Cost: | £26,250 | Total Cost: | £37,000 |
*Access to HE Diploma fee written off upon successful completion of an Undergraduate Degree/Foundation Degree
3 year full-time degree with integrated HNC/D
| Pearson HNC/D plus Open University top-up degree at Middlesbrough College | Other Institute Equivalent | |||
| Duration | Qualification Received | Cost | Qualification Received | Cost |
| Year 3 | BEng (Hons) Engineering (top-up) | £9,250 | BEng (Hons) degree | £9,250 |
| Year 2 | Higher National Diploma (HND) | £5,000 | N/A | £9,250 |
| Year 1 | Higher National Certificate (HNC) | £5,000 | N/A | £9,250 |
| Total Cost: | £19,250 | Total Cost: | £27,750 |
Changes to funding for home fee status
If your course started on or after the 1 August 2021 you will not be eligible for home fee status, undergraduate, postgraduate and further education financial support from Student Finance England unless you meet one of the following criteria:
- You benefit from the citizens’ rights agreements
- You are an Irish national living in the UK or the Republic of Ireland – benefits of Irish nationals under the Common Travel Area arrangement will continue
- You should ask the relevant student funding body if you’re eligible for any support if you’re studying in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.
Financing your studies
You’re ambitions shouldn’t be limited by your finances. If you’re worried about the cost of studying, there are a range of financial support schemes available to help.
Tuition Fee Loans
Full and part-time students studying a qualification worth at least 30 credits can apply for a tuition loan available through the Student Loans Company. You don’t have to begin making repayments on your Tuition Fee Loan until you’re earning £25,000 per year. Taking out a loan might seem nerve-wracking, but your credit rating won’t prevent you from getting loans in the future.
| Salary | Amount of salary from which 9% will be deducted | Monthly repayment |
| £25,000 | £4,000 | £30.00 |
| £30,000 | £9,000 | £67.50 |
| £35,000 | £14,000 | £105.50 |
| £40,000 | £19,000 | £142.50 |
| £45,000 | £24,000 | £180.00 |
| £50,000 | £29,000 | £217.00 |
| £55,000 | £34,000 | £255.00 |
| £60,000 | £39,000 | £292.00 |
Annual bursary for eligible Higher Education students
If you are a full-time student and your household income is less than £30,000 a year, you can apply for a £500 annual bursary to support you while you study with us. This bursary is means-tested, and to be eligible you must be studying a Higher Education course.
Maintenance Loans
As well as the Tuition Fee Loan, if you are a full-time UK student you can also apply for a Maintenance Loan from the UK government to help with expenses such as accommodation, food and bills.
Employer Sponsorship
Employers may be able to pay part or all of your fees up front if you ask them. This is a fantastic option if your study relates to your current job, as you will improve your work performance and advance your career.
Grants for Disabled Students
Eligible students can claim the Disabled Students Allowance via the Student Finance England/Student Loan Company.
Eligible conditions include a:
- Learning difficulty
- Mental health condition
- Physical disability
- Long-term health condition
Students can use the DSA to pay for specialist equipment, non-medical helpers or travel costs. For more information visit www.gov.uk/student-finance and search for DSA. Applications open from the February half-term and can take 14 weeks to process so make sure you apply as early as possible.
We can help you apply for the DSA! Please get in touch with University Centre Middlesbrough to arrange an appointment. Click here to email the team.
