Hi ,

Ahead of National Student Money Week (2–6 March), we’re highlighting the financial support available at Newcastle University.  

From one‑to‑one advice and the Cost of Living Hub to help you manage your money and support with unexpected costs, there are lots of ways to get help if you need it. 

All the best, 

Yvonne

Head of Student Life 

In this edition: 

💰 Student Financial Support team 

🤔 Concerned about your finances? 

🚀 Postgraduate study options

🎓 Spring Graduate Recruitment fair

🛒 Cost of Living Hub 

🏦 Claim your Child Trust Fund 

🗳️ Meet your 2026 Election Candidates 

📝 Working with Semester 1 assessment feedback 

👂 You said, we listened, we acted  

📰 Other news 

💰 Student Financial Support team

Our Student Financial Support Team offers a wide range of support to help you make the most of your time at 

university.  

The team can provide advice, guidance and support about a range of student finance related matters such as student loan funding and managing your money. 

You can book an appointment to meet a Student Finance Adviser or contact the team by email. 

🤔 Concerned about your finances?

If you’re experiencing unexpected financial difficulties and unable to cover essential, day-to-day living costs, you may be able to apply for the University’s discretionary financial assistance. 

"Thanks to the support I’ve received from the Student Financial Support Fund Award, I've been able to afford to live and eat because the student loan I was receiving only covered my rent. 

 

It's helped with travel costs to university and affording a meal every day, which is the essentials really. 

 

It’s meant that I’ve been able to focus on my studies rather than worry about financial stress.”  

- Ella, previous recipient of the Student Financial Support Fund 

🚀 Postgraduate study opportunities

We know financial considerations play a significant role when deciding your next steps after university

As a current student, you’ll already be aware of the cost-of-living advantages of studying in the North East.  

Did you know that if you chose to stay and study with us at a postgraduate level, we’ll support you further by offering you an alumni discount? 

You'll receive an exclusive 20% tuition fee discount if you choose to continue or return to study with us. This will be applied for all full years of study for eligible courses. 

Investing in a PG degree is a significant step. It gives you:   

• specialised knowledge   
• critical thinking skills and  
• advanced expertise that can be leveraged in a variety of career paths.

🎓 Spring Graduate Recruitment Fair

Searching for the right graduate role?

Join employers from across the UK on Thursday 5 March to explore graduate jobs starting in 2026. 

Meet recruiters, discover what they’re looking for and take the next step in your career.  

🛒 Cost of Living Hub

Our Cost of Living Hub is your go-to space for managing money at university, finding budgeting advice and accessing emergency financial help. 

Discover funding options, bursaries and wellbeing resources. You’ll also find money-saving initiatives on campus, student discounts, accommodation advice and transport offers to help make university life more affordable. 

🏦 Claim your Child Trust Fund

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging young people in England to claim their Child Trust Fund savings.

Around 758,000 young people have not yet accessed the money in their account. 

Child Trust Funds were set up for children born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011, each with an initial government deposit of at least £250. 

If you’re unsure where your account is, the quickest way to find it is through the Child Trust Fund locator tool.  

💼 Meet your 2026 Election Candidates

Your Candidates and their agendas for Student Elections 2026 are now available to view. 

This is your chance to get to know your future potential leaders and all students are encouraged to read their candidate agendas to help inform their voting decisions.

Each candidate has outlined their priorities and ambitions for representing students and enhancing the overall student experience, but the decision is yours.

There will also be an opportunity to meet candidates in person and hear directly from them at the Candidates’ Rally on Wednesday, 25 Feb 2026. 

Voting opens on Tuesday, 3 March at 13:00. Student Elections provide students with an important opportunity to have a voice in decisions that shape student life and all students are encouraged to participate. Voting ensures that your voice is heard and makes a huge difference. Don't miss your chance! 

📝 Working with Semester 1 assessment feedback  

Remember to make the most of your feedback from your Semester 1 assessments. Don’t just focus on your grades! Read the comments carefully, too. 

Written feedback is very important. It gives us an opportunity to assess our own work more objectively, take charge of our skills development, and improve our future performance. 

Which aspects of your work are already going well, and how can you build on these further? Which areas are you finding more difficult, and what do you need to improve?  

Use these insights to plan how you’ll take control of your own skills development. There’s lots of support and guidance to help you. For example, you can: 

• Explore Academic Skills Kit resources

• Book Your Skills workshops

• Book an appointment with the Academic Skills Team 

Remember – it’s not just about the grades! Try your best to take your written feedback on board, and then use it to develop your skills further. 

👂 You said, we listened, we acted

See how your feedback shapes improvements across the University.

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