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Support for 16-18 Students

At City College Plymouth, we’re committed to making education accessible for students aged 16-18. Most courses are fully funded, so you can focus on your studies without worrying about fees.

In addition to course funding, we offer a range of support to help you succeed, including free meals on study days, travel assistance, and help with course-related costs. For those aged 16-18-year-old caring for someone at home, we also provide extra financial support in the form of a grant.

Not sure of your options? Our Funding Office is available to assist you with everything you need.

Support Available

  • free College meal on study days on campus
  • travel assistance* 
  • travel assistance only – household income £28 – £35k**
  • support with compulsory course-related costs – depending on the course.***

*Bus pass available for students living more than three miles from the campus OR contribution for trains or areas not serviced by buses

** Eligible for travel support only

***Proof of purchase is required for payments to be released

Breakfast Club

  • every student can access a free breakfast on College days
  • available from the Refectory between 7.30am – 11.00am
  • choose from hot breakfast baps/wraps and a healthy breakfast bar
  • hot/cold drinks available
  • gluten free/vegan options available upon request

Travel Support Only- 16-18

Household income between £28,000 – £35,000 
  • free bus pass*
  • contribution payment towards train travel**

*Bus pass available for students living more than three miles from the campus OR contribution for trains or areas not serviced by buses

**Paid monthly

Course Equipment Cost

Proof of purchase for any equipment and confirmation of professional fees paid must be received by the student funding department to release your payments. Please ensure your student ID number is in the subject line to ensure your receipt is registered and processed correctly.

Please e-mail your receipts to studentlearningfund@cityplym.ac.uk.

Are you aged 16-18 and a carer for someone?

You could be eligible for the carer grant if you are currently caring for someone at home. This support is paid weekly – it is a grant and therefore does not need paying back.*

*Eligibility criteria applies.

Please contact the Student Funding Team for more information, studentlearningfund@cityplym.ac.uk.

  • apply online at cityplym.paymystudent.com/portal – please check that you are applying for 2024/25 Student Learning Fund
  • apply early to make sure your Student Learning Fund is available for the start of your course.

Need additional help? Contact the Student Funding team on 01752 305110 or e-mail studentlearningfund@cityplym.ac.uk

  • book an appointment to come into the College for a one-to-one session to complete your application – you will need to bring evidence of income
  • e-mail the Student Funding team to book your place at studentlearningfund@cityplym.ac.uk