Thinking about going back into education......
markf87
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So been thinking for a while now that I'd like to finish my BA in Graphic Design and then do a Masters. I currently have an FDA in Graphic design
I didn't go on to get a BA at the time due to pressure from my family and telling me I needed to get a job / Also my health conditions stopped me from pursuing things further. The other option is to study something completely different - I'd like to do a course in Japanese
So i guess theres a few questions........
* Benefits.... what would happen to these?
PIP
ESA - currently a joint claim with severe disability (for me)
Carers - My partner gets this.
Housing benefit & council tax support
I've read about applying for DSA etc theres quite a lot to take in..... would it be best speaking to the university I'm wanting to apply to?
Also am I eligible to apply for a new student loan having previously studied?
Sorry its long winded, hopefully someone can shed some light on things
thanks in advance
I didn't go on to get a BA at the time due to pressure from my family and telling me I needed to get a job / Also my health conditions stopped me from pursuing things further. The other option is to study something completely different - I'd like to do a course in Japanese
So i guess theres a few questions........
* Benefits.... what would happen to these?
PIP
ESA - currently a joint claim with severe disability (for me)
Carers - My partner gets this.
Housing benefit & council tax support
I've read about applying for DSA etc theres quite a lot to take in..... would it be best speaking to the university I'm wanting to apply to?
Also am I eligible to apply for a new student loan having previously studied?
Sorry its long winded, hopefully someone can shed some light on things
thanks in advance
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Do it. It is never too late! What do you want to study? It should not affect your benefits.
You can also find more information here
https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/applying-university/individual-needs/disabled-students
Call your local college or university to find out more.1 -
I'd like to study more design but doing a degree in Japanese would be amazing!
Thanks for the link I'll definitely check it out!0 -
What about a language like French?0
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April2018mom said:What about a language like French?1
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Hi @markf87, Japanese would be a great language to learn, it's definitely one I've always considered.
With regards to your query:
PIP and Carer's Allowance aren't means-tested so studying and any potential student finance won't affect these, so as long as you and your partner still meet the criteria for these, they won't change.
Income-related ESA, Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support can all be affected by student finance and I'd recommend giving the Disabled Students Helpline a call: https://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/how-we-can-help/helplines/disabled-students-helpline2 -
Hi @markf87, both very different course options!
In terms of DSA, it is easier if you have a confirmed university place before you fill this out. It is also something that comes up while you are doing your student finance if you state you have a disability.
The form is just about showing how studying may affect you and then the evidence of disability.
When they have received the form you will be ask to attend an assessment. However, the people assessing you want to get you support and it is their job to justify this to student finance.
It can be non-medical support like a notetaker or someone to help you manage your time, or they can also provide you with equipment and software. This can include: ergonomic desk chairs, keyboards, Dictaphone, mindmap and dictation software, laptop stand... anything that will make studying easier!
I hope this helps1 -
Thanks will look into this
going to email them first as I'm having a bad day and can't deal with phone calls as I can't see the person - Sounds weird I know but I like to see body language and facial expressions to help me process things.0 -
That's understandable! We'll be here if you need anything else!1
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Off to Sheffield Hallam this afternoon to talk to head of graphic design to see the place and look at getting me starting next year hopefully1
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That's great @markf87! I really hope it goes well, that all sounds really positive.
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Chloe_Scope said:That's great @markf87! I really hope it goes well, that all sounds really positive.
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That's brilliant @markf87! I hope you get on well with student finance. Let us know how it goes.1
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Adrian_Scope said:That's brilliant @markf87! I hope you get on well with student finance. Let us know how it goes.
My partner is 100% behind me for doing the course.... I just want to discuss things with my mental health doctor and an ESA advisor.
I was slightly apprehensive after visiting as a load of thoughts came into my mind about money and how we would cope and what if the DWP decided to take my PIP off me and I loose my car etc but that could happen even if I wasn't studying so I'd still be in the same position.
So at the moment things are go go go......... Hopefully things work out.
I'll keep everyone informed how I get on through this thread1 -
Good luck @markf87!0
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Hi @markf87. It's great you're being so sensible with this and discussing it with your mental health doctor as well.
With regards to PIP and the DWP etc, as you said those things could happen either way, so you shouldn't let that worry hold you back from perusing something you want!
I can't wait to hear how you get on and I really and look forward to reading any future updates.0 -
This is all sounding really positive @markf87, thank you for updating us! I'm really excited for you and look forward to hearig all about it!
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