justgoogleit

Hi,

Im looking at the student visa option, as an agent has sent me an info pack and has recommended this type of visa for me. I dont know how I could possibly afford the to pay the college fees in one lump sum!

College: Silver Trowel, Perth
Cost approx: $28,950
They say on the website you can pay in 4 different payments, BEFORE the commencement of each semester. So, if I cant for example, pay my second semester due to lack of/no funds, Its going to take me a decade to complete it!

I dont own a house, so no equity to use. I will try save as much possible, but £15k-20k is not that realistic to me, if I plan to go in the next 2-3 years, my salary just would not cope.

Im 22 male and single status. Could anybody tell me if there are ANY options of affordability in my situation? Loans, a study grant, more flexible payments options? Have you been through this college and found a way of getting through these huge fees?

Look forward to your responses.

Regards

Nick

Pollyana

A lot of people have posted that they are looking at the courses. No-one has yet said that they've actually started at the college.
If you do a search on "silver trowel" you'll find quite a few threads.

Olias

From memory, I think the only possibility is a UK career development loan. Not worth it in my opinion, I think you can only borrow a small amount and there are so many conditions attached it wouldn't be worth it.

It's either pay the cash or forget it, sorry!

Nerine

Gosh that's a lot!!! I thought Bond Univesity fees were high but that makes them look like value for money.

Hope someone comes up with a solution for you.

comet555

Did they not suggest a working holiday visa? Or would that not work for you?

Also, I imagine it would be cheaper to retrain in something in the UK and then apply.

justgoogleit

I am considering this option as I can use the time I have.

Thanks