Fees, Funding and Finance
How can I pay course fees?
We accept most payment methods for Iron Mill College courses. For initial course payments and deposits, you can pay online by using the booking form on the right hand side of each course page. You can also pay all fees by credit / debit card, either in person at Iron Mill College in Exeter, or over the phone by calling 01392 219200. Please note that we are unable to accept payments via American Express or Diners Club cards.
We also accept cash paid in person at Iron Mill College in Exeter, as well as cheques, which should be made out to 'Iron Mill College' and dropped in or sent to 'Iron Mill College, Morwenstow, 7 Barnfield Crescent, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1QT'. We can also accept payments by bank transfer - please get in touch with us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for our bank details. Please use your name as the reference when making such payments.
For your remaining course fee payments, Direct Debit via GoCardless (in conjunction with Directli) is our preferred payment method. Once your invoices have been created, we'll email you with full details on how to set up your GoCardless Direct Debit Mandate.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
When do I need to pay course fees?
For a majority of Iron Mill College courses, an Enrolment Deposit will need to be paid in order to reserve your place on a course. Subsequent payments will be determined by the finance plan that you choose, with the first instalment typically due just before the commencement of the course.
For Iron Mill courses where an interview is involved as part of the process, you will need to pay the Enrolment Deposit to reserve your place on the course once you have been offered a place (i.e. following a successful interview).
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
Are bespoke payment plans available for course fees?
Bespoke payment plans, which can be tailored to meet your specific needs, are available for most Iron Mill courses. For all bespoke payment plans, the plan needs to be agreed with us prior to the start of the course and the course Enrolment Deposit also paid in advance to reserve your place as normal. Subsequent payments can be arranged to a schedule that suits you, but must be paid via standing order and the full course fees paid off by the 1st day of the month during which the course finishes.
Please see individual course pages and their 'Fees' tab for details of whether a bespoke payment plan is available or contact us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for further information.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
Can I apply for Student Finance to help fund my studies?
Applications for Student Finance, to help cover course fees and living costs, are available only for the following courses, validated by the University of Worcester:
Foundation Degree (FdA) in Integrative Counselling
BA (Hons) Degree in Integrative Counselling
For further information and to apply, see the Government's Student Finance Pages.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
Can I apply for an Advanced Learner Loan (formerly 24+ Advanced Learning Loan) to finance my course?
Unfortunately our courses are not eligible for Advanced Learner Loans.
Are there any bursaries or scholarships available for my course?
There are a number of bursaries/scholarships that are available to students enrolling onto our TA Psychotherapy Advanced Course (Transactional Analysis):
Margaret Turpin Training Trust (MTTT)
UKATA Training Bursary
For more information on all the potential funding options available on our courses, see our Funding Pages.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
How do I arrange for someone else to pay my course fees?
If an organisation is paying your course fees on your behalf, then you will need to complete the relevant section of the Finance Agreement, during the application process. You will be asked to provide an individual contact name and contact details as well as the organisation's name and address.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk for more information if an organisation is funding your studies, or if you represent an organisation and wish to fund a student on one of our courses.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
Can I get a refund if I decide not to attend a course?
For courses run and adminstered by Iron Mill College, where you have paid the full amount and the cancellation is made more than 14 days prior to the course start date, then any course fees that you have paid, less the Enrolment Deposit, will be refunded. The Enrolment Deposit is non-refundable.
If you are considering cancelling your place on a course, please contact us as soon as possible at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk to let us know and discuss your options.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
Can I get a refund if I decide to leave a course once it has commenced?
For most courses run and aminstered by Iron Mill College, if you notify us that you are leaving the course within one month after the start date, you will be entitled to receive a refund of any fees paid after the Enrolment Deposit, less £100 for each day attended. The Enrolment Deposit is non-refundable.
If you leave the course more than one month after the commencement of the course then no refund will be available.
If you are considering cancelling your place on a course, please contact us as soon as possible at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk to let us know and discuss your options.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
Can I change my finance plan once I have started the course?
For Iron Mill College courses, it is possible to change your finance plan once a course has commenced, but this may result in an increase in charges if the plan that you move to has a longer payment duration.
If you are considering a change to your payment plan, please contact us as soon as possible at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk to let us know and discuss your options.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
What should I do if I run into financial problems during the course?
If you find that you are experiencing difficulties making your course payments for any reason, then please contact us as soon as possible at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk to let us know and discuss your options.
For courses validated by the University of Worcester, all matters related to finances and fees are dealt with by Student Finance (for undergraduate courses) or directly by the University of Worcester. Please get in touch directly with them using the links for all queries on funding, finances and fees, or contact the university's Money Advisers at 01905 542551 / firstpoint@worc.ac.uk.
Is there any other additional expenditure that I should consider before applying for the course?
Depending on the course that you select and your own circumstances, there may be additional costs beyond the course fees that you should consider carefully, before applying for a course. This may include travel and boarding costs and costs to purchase books or other materials you may require to help you underake your studies. On our advanced and post qualifying courses, there may also be a need to pay for supervision, personal therapy and placement contact time, as well as other expenses associated with these activities such as travel costs.
Please look at the specific information regarding your chosen course carefully prior to eyour application, to familiarise yourself with any additional expenditure. If you apply for a course that involves an interview, then this area will be also discussed with you.
Please see the relevant course pages and FAQs for more information or get in touch with us at 01392 219200 / enquiries@ironmill.co.uk with any queries. Our Open Days and Open Evenings are also a great way to find out more before enrolling on our programmes.
