Postgraduate Taught Student Finance
This is part of our information on money matters covering sources of funding.
You might need to use a combination of savings, family support and government loans to fund your Masters programme.
It is advisable to have adequate funding in place prior to commencing studies. A list of potential funding sources including bursaries is compiled here: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/fees-funding/masters-funding/
For more detail please see our "how much do I need for living costs" webpage which gives an indication of how much you need to live on. All figures are intended as guidance only and may vary depending on personal preferences and external factors that affect the cost of living.
Students intending to rely on the UK government Master’s Loan (£13,206 for 26/27 and £12,858 for 25/26 starters resident in England) should be aware this might only be sufficient to cover basic living costs but will not be adequate to also cover tuition fees.
Student Finance England also provides Disabled Students Allowance for eligible Masters students to help towards extra essential study costs incurred as a direct result of a disability, including a long-term health condition, mental-health condition or specific learning difficulty.
Postgraduate loans are different if:
‘Normally live in’ means where you have been living before starting your Masters degree.
How can the University Support you?
You can find webpages dedicated to various money related topics here. If you require further guidance you can book an appointment with the Student Advice and Support Service.
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Last Updated: 23rd February 2026