Fees and Funding
Study abroad funding is important to all students and requires some careful planning. Luckily, there are lots of funding opportunities available to students, both from Keele University and from other organisations.
The information provided on this page is accurate for funding to be provided to students going on study abroad in 2020/21.
Tuition fees
If you are studying abroad as part of your degree you will still need to pay tuition fees for that year to Keele University. You do not pay any fees to your host university.
Tuition fee loans will be available to eligible students to cover these costs through your student finance body.
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UK/EU Students |
International Students |
Semester Exchange |
Normal full tuition fees apply |
Normal full tuition fees apply |
Full Year Exchange |
15% of your full tuition fee |
15% of your full tuition fee |
You can find more information on the Undergraduate Tuition Fee pages for study abroad students.
Important: For students going abroad in 2020-21 who have chosen to undertake a blended mobility, the tuition fee rate of 15% is not confirmed and is subject to change once confirmed by the Student Loans Company.
Maintenance loan/grant
- You will still be eligible to apply for a maintenance loan/grant
- For students studying abroad, the amount of loan available may be slightly higher, please see the Student Finance pages for the latest figures
Student finance travel grant
Student Finance offers means-tested travel grants for students studying abroad as part of their course. For full details see the Gov.uk Travel Grants page but in summary, you can apply for funding towards:
- up to 3 return flights from the UK to your host country
- visas, medical insurance, and essential expenditure
You will need to pay the first £303 towards the above costs.
For students studying abroad, the amount of loan available may be slightly higher, see the Student Finance pages or contact the Keele Student Services Centre for the latest amounts.
The UK Government may provide some additional funding via loans and travel grants based on your programme and need. The process can differ based on region, so make sure to research the funding available to you.