Further education initial teacher education bursaries available
The Department for Education (DfE) is offering bursaries of up to £30,000 to students training to teach eligible Further Education (FE) subjects.
By Beth Stamp | Published on 20 May 2024
Bursaries will be awarded by the DfE on a first-come, first-served basis.
To be eligible to receive a bursary you must:
- be eligible to receive student support
- have achieved a standard equivalent to GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English and mathematics, and at least a level 3 qualification in their subject of teacher training, or have relevant professional experience
- be taking a qualifying pre-service ITE course in England
The high priority subject areas for the 2024 academic year are as follows:
| Subject | Bursary |
|---|---|
| Computing | £30,000 |
| Engineering or manufacturing | £30,000 |
| Mathematics | £30,000 |
| Science, including biology, chemistry, or physics | £30,000 |
| English | £15,000 |
| Special educational needs and disabilities ( SEND ) | £15,000 |
For further information and guidance on the bursaries available, please visit the Department for Education website.
Nottingham Institute of Education's Further Education and Skills course will prepare you for a career in the sector by focusing on work-based learning in the local community.
For more information about the course or bursary, please contact Simon Justice, Senior Lecturer in Further Education and Skills.