Advice Needed on Changing Course and Student Finance Implications

Hi everyone,

I’m currently in my first year of an undergraduate degree, but over time, I’ve come to the realization that the course isn’t the right fit for me. After much consideration, I’ve applied to a different university for a course that aligns more with my interests and have been offered a place.

My question is: Do I need to complete my current first-year exams and assignments in order to be eligible for student finance for the new course? Or is it acceptable to withdraw before completing the year without it affecting my funding for the new course?

I’d really appreciate any advice or experiences from those who’ve been in a similar situation.

Thanks in advance!

If you leave before the end of the year then you need to apply for next year as a new student (and won’t be funded for the summer). If you’ve already applied for funding for next year as a continuing student you would need to cancel that application and start again.
If you complete the year then you apply as a continuing student with a change to course/university and your funding would cover the summer.