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Further Education (Level 1–3) Full-Time Courses, including Apprenticeships |
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Most students do not pay course fees for full-time Level 1–3 Further Education courses, including apprenticeships:
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Level 3 Access Courses (Full-Time) |
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Additional Mandatory Costs |
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Some Further and Higher Education courses may include additional mandatory costs, which are separate from tuition fees. These are essential for completing your course and may include:
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Payment of Fees |
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You must arrange payment of your fees at the beginning of each academic year, regardless of whether your programme of study is one, two, or three years in duration. Fees for subsequent years (Year 2 and/or Year 3) may be subject to change due to annual increases in awarding body charges, such as registration or examination fees. We aim to clearly outline any additional fees, where applicable, on the relevant course information pages. You can pay your fees by:
If you have applied for funding, you must upload evidence to the online admissions portal. You will also be required to complete a hard copy of the Liability of Fees Form at Reception on Campus and pay additional fees, if applicable. Once your funding is confirmed, email confirmation to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk. Sponsor or Employer If you have a sponsor or an employer paying your fees, a signed Employer Consent Form must be uploaded to your online admissions portal. Direct Debit Payments If you have a UK bank account that allows Direct Debit payments, you can pay your fees in instalments if you are enrolling on a course lasting 16 weeks or more, and the total course cost is more than £200. To arrange this:
Fees greater than £400: You must pay a minimum deposit of 25% at enrolment with the balance paid over a maximum of 4 instalments.All part-time fees for autumn term courses must be paid by 28 February 2027. You will need to complete and return a Direct Debit form with your deposit to finalise your enrolment. If any payments are missed, your course enrolment will be invalid. Any exceptions must be approved by Assistant Curriculum Director. This applies to both Home and Overseas students with a valid UK bank account. If you are applying for funding for a part-time FE or HE course, make sure to:
If your funding application is not successful, you will be responsible for paying all fees by 28 February 2027. Contact Details Direct Debit or Payment Queries |
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Full-Time Higher Education Students: Payment Options |
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Option 1 – Apply for a Student Loan Option 2 – If you are not using a Student Loan Refunds will only be considered if the College cancels a course or in exceptional situations (for example, medical reasons). You must either pay a deposit or show proof of your tuition fee loan application to enrol. |
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Financial Support and Bursaries |
| Whether you are studying full-time or part-time on a Further or Higher Education course you may be eligible for financial assistance such as a bursary. You can also explore other support options, including scholarships and grants. |
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Glossary of Terms |
| • Course Fees (per year): This includes tuition and any exam/registration fees. Fees are payable at enrolment for each year. • Reduced Fees: These apply to tuition fees only and offer a 50% discount (minimum charge of £30). You must meet specific eligibility criteria. Note: This does not apply to leisure courses. |
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Reduced Fees: Eligibility Criteria |
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Reduced rates apply to the tuition fee only and are calculated as 50% of the tuition fee for the course, subject to a minimum of £30. This rate can only be claimed by applicants in the following categories. Please note: this does not apply to leisure courses.
* All circumstances are at time of enrolment. Only one discount or fee reduction may be claimed for each individual enrolment. |
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Refunds |
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Full-time Higher Education Refunds Full-time higher education students who have not formally withdrawn from their course before 7 November 2026 are liable for full course fees. We aim to deliver all advertised courses and programmes. However, to run a course, we require a minimum number of students to cover operating costs. In some cases, classes may be combined to meet this requirement. Unfortunately, if there is not enough demand, a course may be cancelled. If you enrol on a course, you have 14 days from the date of enrolment to cancel or transfer, and you will receive a full refund of any payments made, or the appropriate adjustment if you are transferring to a different course. If the College cancels or significantly changes your course, you will receive a full refund of all fees paid, unless you can transfer to another course. If you need to withdraw for medical reasons or due to Access NI clearance issues, you may be eligible for a refund. Any other refund requests will only be considered in exceptional circumstances, at the discretion of the Assistant Curriculum Director and the Head of Finance. If you need to request a refund because you have been awarded funding for your course after paying fees please contact studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk. To apply for a refund, you must complete a refund request form and submit it in writing within the academic year. |
You can also view our fees policy for further details on set-up and payment of fees.