If you need help with any aspect of your financial situation or have encountered unexpected problems, read our guidance on ways to improve your position below.
Not sure if you should be paying tax or how much you can earn before being being taxed? The money support team can provide information, advice and guidance on income tax, council tax and national insurance for students.
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You may already have a bank account, set up direct debits and informed sponsors or Student Finance England for them to credit your bank account. However, it’s worth considering whether your existing account meets your needs as a student.
Independent guidance:
If you do decide to open a student account you will need a bank letter from us to provide proof of your student status.
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If you are concerned about debt, please seek help straight away by contacting the money support team.
Do you have questions about the cost of university and any financial support that is available to you? We’re here to help with information and guidance.
Cost of living support
We know that your financial challenges are greater than ever this year. Rising costs of bills, food and transport are affecting us all.
We recommend having a look at our cost of living information hub for advice, support and information about what the University and the Students' Union is doing to help you save money.
The Student Money team can assist with legal problems, including issues with landlords or employers and help with correspondence and forms. We can meet with you to discuss the issue and signpost you to relevant external support networks, depending on the nature of your query. If your problem needs expert legal support, we will do our best to help you find low cost legal support.
Tenancy and housing issues
You can see our housing advice page or Citizens Advice Bureau.
Protecting your deposit
Your landlord must put your deposit in a government-backed tenancy deposit scheme if you rent your home on an assured shorthold tenancy.
Employment advice
Please visit Gov.uk for employment advice during your studies.
General legal advice and information
You can arrange a meeting to discuss a legal issue with an adviser, please contact MySurrey Hive using Surrey Support.
