Practical guides on university applications, student finance, and studying in the UK. Written by our team of education experts in Derby, England.
Every guide on the UniStart blog is written with a simple goal: to help you make clear, confident decisions about UK universities and Student Finance.
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Maintenance loan 2026-2027: up to £14,135 in London, £10,830 away from home, £9,118 at home. Income-based, here's exactly how much you can claim and when it's paid.
Learn how to apply for Student Finance in 2026/27. Step-by-Step guide for tuition loans, maintenance loans, maximum amounts, thresholds, and grants. Free with UniStart App.
Plan 2 student loan changes 2025 explained. Updated thresholds, interest rates, write-off rules and what UK graduates and future students need to know.
UK Budget 2025 brings minimum wage increases, frozen transport costs, and lower energy bills for students. Learn how these changes affect university funding and student living costs.
Academic credits explained in plain English for UK universities. What a credit is, how many you need, levels, ECTS conversion, and how they affect progression and funding.
Mitigating circumstances explained in plain English for UK universities. What counts, how to claim, evidence and deadlines, and how it protects your marks and funding.
