Hello, I am just looking for abit of advice with regards to a student finance appeal.
For my first year of University I was granted the lowest loan possible and so had to take a year out before leaving to study at University to work full time to try and save up some money (As my loan did not cover rent let alone food).
This year (which will be my second year of university) I have been granted an even lower loan (which I didn't think was possible?) Again it does not go near to covering my rent let alone food.
My parents have never sent me any money, not since I got my first job at 16, not a single penny. I know people that have partners who support them each week by sending them money but that is not the case for me.
My farther also gets a pension from the navy that is classed towards his income.
I was just wondering if anyone has every appealed to student finance? I wish to appeal on the grounds that my parents dont support me but I have a good relationship with them and don't think I would have grounds to class myself as independent (Even though I am nearly 21 years of age), would student finance out right reject this?
Before anyone answers with "just get a job" I have had 2 jobs whilst at sixth form (Mcdonalds and Bar work) and 3 jobs on my year out and have worked since day 1 of moving away for University.
Thank you for any responses in advance .