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Changing to distance learning already have DSA award

I've been in university f2f and completed my first year of a BSc degree. I've had more bad health and don't feel able to do the rest in class.
If I transfer to distance learning with the OU can I take my maintenance loan with me? I've already had 24/25 approved. I already have a DSA award in place. Thanks
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Reply 1

"Providing you are studying with the Open University or another accredited institution you will be eligible. How much maintenance loan you receive will be dependent on where you will be living whilst studying, your household income and the intensity of your course." (WhatUni, 2023)

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Reference:
What Uni, 2023. Can you get a student loan for online degrees? Available at: https://www.whatuni.com/advice/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/can-you-get-a-student-loan-for-online-degrees/89636/#:~:text=Maintenance%20loans&text=Providing%20you%20are%20studying%20with,the%20intensity%20of%20your%20course. [Date Accessed: 24/06/2024]

Reply 2

Thank you. I've spoke to SFE and yes as long as my GP completes the medical declaration then I'm entitled to maintenance loan depending on the modules/credits I will be studying

Reply 3

Original post by CathyD71
Thank you. I've spoke to SFE and yes as long as my GP completes the medical declaration then I'm entitled to maintenance loan depending on the modules/credits I will be studying

Did they approve it ? If yes how ? I have completed the form by my gp and still didn’t get approved

Reply 4

Original post by CathyD71
I've been in university f2f and completed my first year of a BSc degree. I've had more bad health and don't feel able to do the rest in class.
If I transfer to distance learning with the OU can I take my maintenance loan with me? I've already had 24/25 approved. I already have a DSA award in place. Thanks

depends on the award, if they offer help with travel you may need to inform for example

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