Frequently Asked Questions

For information about Student Finance England and what support is available, please visit the official Student Finance England website.

For current fee information, please visit our courses page where you'll find detailed information about tuition costs and any available funding options.

You may be eligible for funding from Student Finance England. Please check the eligibility criteria for more information. If you have already achieved an undergraduate degree (or a qualification at an equivalent or higher level) you may not be eligible for funding.

You can apply online through the Student Finance England application portal. Please refer to the official Student Finance England guidance for detailed instructions on how to apply.

The application process typically takes at least 30 days or more according to Student Finance England guidelines. The exact timeframe depends on when you apply and whether any additional information or evidence is required. We recommend applying as early as possible to ensure your funding is in place by the start of your course.

If you are eligible to receive maintenance funding, Student Finance England will pay this to you in instalments throughout the year, in line with your term dates. However, this will only be paid if you maintain sufficient attendance levels.

LCK Academy cannot provide assistance with Student Finance applications. For help with your application or any queries about Student Finance, please contact the Student Finance England helpline directly or visit their website for comprehensive guidance and support.

To apply for our courses, you can complete our online application form or contact our recruitment team directly at recruitment@lckacademy.org.uk / 020 8161 3300 to discuss your options and proceed with your application. Our team will guide you through the process and help determine the most suitable entry route for you.

At LCK Academy we try to make the application process as easy as possible. From initial contact to enrolment, our aim is to make each stage of the process clear to applicants and to provide you with all the help, support and advice needed to successfully apply and enrol on our courses:

1. Information Advice and Guidance
2. English Language requirements (If applicable)
3. Making your Application
4. Academic interview
5. Applying for Student finance (Help and advice available)
6. Enrolment – this is where your offer is confirmed

The application process varies slightly depending on course, and we have two potential routes to apply:

• Standard Entry (via Academic Achievement)
• Non-standard Entry (via Work Experience)

"The process depends on the applicant". Once we have received all the required documents and you have met the entry criteria the admissions team will issue an offer in principle within 48 hours.

At your first point of contact with the Academy, the Recruitment Team will discuss the various study options available to you during the Initial Consultation, which is usually conducted over the phone or online. They will also check whether you meet all entry criteria.

We do not at present admit International students.

Different documents will be required subject to the course and entry criteria. Please refer to the 'Entry Requirements' section of your chosen course. Alternatively, get in touch with the recruitment team who will be happy to help.