Social work bursaries
Social work bursaries are available for students from England and Wales.
Depending on where you live before the start of your course will depend on who you apply to to fund your course. If you live in Wales before the start of your course apply to Social Care Wales. If you live in England before the start of your course apply to the NHS Business Authority.
Social work bursaries for Welsh students
Please note that the figures below are based on 2024/25 entry. Find out more at Social Care Wales.
| Bursary (contribution towards living costs & Tuition fees) | £12,715 | Not assessed on household income |
| Adult dependents grant | £2,645 | Assessed on household income |
| Parents learning allowance | £1,505 | Assessed on household income |
| Childcare grant |
One child - up to £8,330 per year Two or more children - up to £14,285 per year | Assessed on household Income |
Social work bursaries for English students
Please note that the figures below are based on 2024/25 entry. Find out more at the NHS Business Authority.
| Non means tested grant | £3,362.50 | Not assessed on household income |
| Means tested grant | up to £2,721 | Assessed on household income |
| Adult dependents allowance | £2,757 | Assessed on household income |
| Parents' learning allowance | £1,573 | Assessed on household Income |
| Childcare allowance |
£155.25 per week for one child £266.15 per week for two or more children | Assessed on household income |
| Disabled students' allowance | up to £5,414 for specialist equipment |
Students who are eligible for the Social Work bursary are not eligible to apply for the UK Government postgraduate loans.
