24. Student Services

24.3. Bursaries, Grants and Scholarships

Student Loans

If you have applied for funding through Student Finance, your first instalment will be released after you have fully enrolled for the academic year.

If your payment is delayed and you are unable to resolve the issue directly with Student Finance, please contact the Student Enquiry Centre for assistance: AskQM Team

Queen Mary Bursaries

Queen Mary Bursaries are assessed using household income information provided by Student Finance.

If you do not wish to take out a student loan but would still like to be considered for a bursary, you must request a household income assessment.
Full details: QMUL Bursary Information

This page includes:

  • Eligibility criteria
  • Award amounts
  • Payment schedules

Queen Mary Financial Assistance Fund

If you are experiencing exceptional or unforeseen financial hardship, you may be eligible for support through the Financial Assistance Fund.

This fund is designed to help students with specific financial needs, though not all applications can be approved, and not all costs may be covered.

More information and application form: Financial Assistance Fund – Registry Services

CCLS Bursary Fund

The Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS) offers emergency financial support to students studying in London or Paris who are facing unexpected financial difficulties.

  • Support of up to £1,000 per eligible student
  • Aimed at covering essential costs such as food, accommodation, equipment, and travel
  • Designed to help students continue their studies without financial disruption

Full details and application form: Financial Assistance Fund – Registry Services

Dean’s Benevolence Fund (DBF)

The Dean’s Benevolence Fund provides financial support to students affected by unexpected extenuating circumstances.

Support may be offered as a grant, an interest-free loan, or a combination of both.
Please note: DBF is not intended to supplement standard student finance.

Contact: Kate McFarlane
Tel: 020 7882 2124
Email: k.mcfarlane@qmul.ac.uk

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