Study abroad and work placements

A year abroad as part of your studies can be an exciting and invaluable experience. Before you decide, there are cost and funding implications of a year abroad or work placement to think through.

Find out about some of the typical expenses of a period abroad, and about loan, scholarship and grant options.

18+ Student Oyster Photocard

Students living in a London borough during term-time can apply for discounted travel with an 18+ Student Oyster photocard.

Applying for your student loan

You can apply for both a Maintenance Loan to help pay for living costs while studying abroad or on a work placement and a loan for the Tuition Fee.

Calculating the cost of work placements

Whether you thinking about a work placement in the UK or abroad, there are certain costs you should consider before you start your placement.

Study Abroad and Work Placement funding information

Detailed information on SFE funding for a study abroad or work placement year, including facts and figures, how to apply for the loan, the SFE Travel Grant, late transfer onto a course.

Study abroad scholarships

Some study abroad students may be able to apply for a scholarship to help meet the costs of studying overseas.

UK and EU student tuition fees and maintenance loans - eligibility and amounts

If you're a UK or EU student and your course includes a placement year - studying abroad or working, either abroad or in the UK - your funding will change for the year.