Funding and paying for your course

 

Course Fees

The cost of Lifelong Learning courses depend upon their level and credit value. Each course fee can be found on the individual course pages.

If you are a student or staff member at Aberystwyth University, the courses are free of charge. Find out more about these free opportunities for Aberystwyth University students and staff.

Fee Waiver Scheme

If you live in Wales you may be eligible to have your fees waived under the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales' Part-Time Undergraduate Fee Waiver scheme.

With the support of the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales (HEFCW) we are offering a fee waiver scheme (subject to availability) to support students who would not otherwise have access to higher education. Eligible students will have their course fees paid by HEFCW.

To be eligible for a fee waiver you:

  •  must not study more than 20 credits in this academic year
  •  must be living in Wales

You must also meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • you are from an area of socio-economic deprivation or low participation in higher education,
  • you receive qualifying benefits such as Universal Credit,
  • you belong to a Black, Asian or minority ethnic group,
  • you are a refugee or asylum seeker,
  • you have a disability,
  • you are a carer,
  • you are a Care Leaver or Care Experienced, You identify as LBGTQ+
  • you are studying through the medium of Welsh.

For more information read our Fee Waiver Scheme Guidance

Please be aware that the student Fee Waiver Scheme is subject to availability.

Apply now for the Fee Waiver Scheme. 

The fee waiver process can take up to a month to complete. Give yourself plenty of time before starting the course.

Please note: Successful applicants will be charged the full course fee if they enrol on a course but are unable to attend, or complete course assignments.

Pay by invoice

If your employer (other than the university) is paying for the course and would prefer to pay by invoice they will need to provide a purchase order. This should be included in your application to the course. If you are unable to attach a purchase order, please contact us at learning@aber.ac.uk