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Financial realities of university

There is lots to consider before moving to university, such as university finance and student loans. Watch Prof Gail Marshall explain more.

In the video, Gail introduces you to some of the financial realities that parents and supporters face and some of the help and support available to students when they get to university.

In the next Steps, we’ll look at finances in more detail, including loans, how the repayments work, as well as how they might be able to manage paid work alongside their study.

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A Parent and Supporter’s Guide to University Entry

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